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I am a man who wears many hats, which is a good thing. It keeps the reflection from my hairless pate from blinding those who meet me. Among those hats that I have worn, being the Steward for the Business Channel on Helium.com was one of my favorites. I am

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Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Guide to Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Texas: 3 of 3
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo has become a tradition in Texas, largely because of the state's hispanic heritage. While the actual date of May 5th in Mexico is a celebrated military victory known as the Battle of Puebla, the celebration today is more of a celebration of Mexican heritage. Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and El Paso ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 Political commentary: Senator Obama says that words mean something: 2 of 2
Words mean something, according to Senator Barack Obama. "Come on! I mean, words mean something, you can't just make stuff up." That is a direct quote from his stump speech in Indiana on September 6, 2008. He aimed these remarks to Governor Sarah Palin about something that she had said, apparently. It was reassuring to hear h... More..
Personal Finance > Banking Basics Why you need a bank account: 2 of 2
Among the reasons why you should have a bank account, access to banking services must top the list. Unless you are a hermit living alone atop a hill, the need to receive payments for services and pay others for products involves banking. Those who lack banking access seriously limit their ability to interact financially wit... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Sports Archives 2007 US Open golfers: Allen Doyle: 2 of 2
Allen Doyle can usually be found at his driving range, about an hour out of Atlanta in LaGrange, Georgia. At least, when he is not competing in Senior PGA tournaments, or other events for which he has qualified. He is, literally, an accidental professional golfer, having turned pro at the ripe old age of 46. Doyle is as uniq... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues How to convert diesel cars to run on vegetable oil: 2 of 2
The conversion of diesel cars into vehicles that can be fueled with vegetable oil is an intriguing idea that has practical applications. When Rudolph Diesel invented the diesel engine in 1892, his design actually utilized peanut oil. Since the first diesels ran on vegetable oil more than one hundred years ago, it is not ro... More..
Jobs & Careers > Professionalism The value of keeping a good work ethic when working in an unethical environment: 2 of 2
Unethical work environments are abundant, but individuals can maintain a good work ethic in spite of it. When there is conflict, it is necessary to follow one's personal value system to survive the moral conflict that results from compromising moral values. This may put a job at risk, but is worthwhile in personal terms. Ma... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 One clear advantage for McCain/Palin versus Obama/Biden: 2 of 2
Both major political slates for the presidency of the United States have strengths and weaknesses. This year, Senator McCain/Governor Palin have a decided advantage over Senators Obama and Biden. This advantage is self descriptive by their own histories that are public knowledge, and not simply one man's opinion.Stated, and d... More..
Business > Human Resources Pros and cons of high employee turnover: 2 of 2
The pros and cons of high employee turnover are an interesting study in weighing opportunity against possible problems. While every business is different, a careful study of any business that displays high turnover can reveal reasons to embrace higher turnover rates. Instead of signaling problems on the horizon, it could si... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Biggest reason for small business failures: 2 of 2
The biggest reason for the high failure rate of small businesses lies in being under-capitalized. Many new small business start ups have great potential for success, but lack secure financial footing because many new business owners fail to realize the need for proper financial planning. Those who share the dream of owning ... More..
Personal Finance > Retirement How to replace a lost social security card: 2 of 2
How to replace a lost social security card is a simple process that costs nothing, and can be easily done at any social security office. All that is needed is a picture identification, and the social security number. If you do not remember the number, it is on all tax documents, insurance papers, and employment records. The... More..