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The start of a new year often carries the promise of a clean slate. For CEOs and mission-driven leaders, it also holds something less discussed: accountability. Responsibility for people and their families. Stewardship of capital. Ownership of outcomes. New Year’s goals don’t arrive in a vacuum. They come alongside unresolved decisions, inherited constraints, and calendars already under pressure. New Year's goals bring optimism, but also the same leadership pressures (Getty)

There are several traps you may fall into while planning for your retirement. Some aspects of your retirement planning may feel like a trap (Getty) Retirement can feel like stepping off a cliff: years of saving, planning, and sacrifice, only to find that one mistake, or one trap, can unravel it all. Many people imagine retirement as a smooth glide into freedom; in reality, it’s a landscape full of hidden pitfalls. The smart retiree doesn’t ignore them, they learn to anticipat

What if nobody ever saw LeBron James pick up a basketball? What if the "Chosen One" never even had a shot to be chosen? That's the question UNINTERRUPTED and Indeed explore in their new campaign , The Main Thing, a storytelling series that challenges outdated hiring standards and celebrates the skills people build through real-life experience. In the series, James sits down with cultural icons and innovators like Tony Hawk, Teyana Taylor, Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) and fashion

Discover how top investors build an edge through self-mastery. Learn the psychology of misjudgment and how temperament shapes lasting wealth. Dreaming of piles of money at the end of the hallway after passing through a door in the shape of a human head can be possible with the right focus. It is possible to attract money with the help of the subconscious mind thanks to the law of attraction. (Getty) The greatest opponent investors face isn’t the market; it’s themselves. Even

Discover 10 common investment myths and how understanding them can help you build a smarter, long-term retirement strategy. Investments play a significant role in retirement strategy for many Americans. It’s hardly surprising, then, that in the pursuit of attractive gains, half-truths and misconceptions can emerge. (Getty) The Federal Reserve’s 2024 Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households report found that “Sixty-seven percent of adults had assets that are specifically designa

Media headlines about the wealth and succession plans of famous enterprise families offer a window into how complicated—and often messy—wealth transfer can be. Yet, they also highlight how legacy and wealth intertwine through generations, drama aside. What’s clear is that with the right strategy and good communication, wealthy families can position their next generations for success. iStock-75406699 In my experience running a family office, I’ve seen this issue firsthand many

A mid-year tax review is more than just a routine financial check-in—it's a strategic opportunity to step back, evaluate where you stand, and make informed adjustments that could significantly impact your year-end tax outcome. Taking the time around the middle of the year (typically in July) to reassess your income, deductions, and tax withholdings can help you align your tax planning with any changes in your financial situation or goals. Completing a mid-year tax review can

KEY TAKEAWAYS The 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' introduced several new tax deductions, some of which will apply to the money you're making this year. Under the new law, taxpayers can deduct most of what they earn in tips and overtime, lowering the amount they owe come next tax season. Many taxpayers who purchase a U.S.-made vehicle this year can deduct the interest they will pay on their car loan. Many taxpayers 65 or older will also get an extra deduction of $6,000. 4 New Tax De

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This article explores the mechanics of panic selling, how it damages your portfolio, and what you can do to stay on track. Panic selling...

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