Chicago, December 14, 2022 — Investment professionals know that 99% of the time, identifying a good investment opportunity begins with identifying a good company. But, qualitatively, what makes any particular company “good”? Drago Dimitrov shows readers how to make such evaluations and comparisons across many industries in his new book, What Does This Company Do? Understanding a Business and its Risks. “You cannot understand the risk of an investment if you do not understand the business model of the company. The two go hand in hand,” he said. Dimitrov demystifies qualitative due diligence by using the concept of Spectrum Thinking to…
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The author and podcast host, Jay Shetty, is to start his first world tour. The bestselling author has announced tour dates for “Jay Shetty: Love Rules” in 2023. The former monk is a podcaster, life coach, social media sensation and motivational speaker. The tour would give an experience of 90 minutes where Shetty will show the audience live meditations, experiments and demonstrations related to health, wellness and love. “I have waited for this moment for years. I am so excited to be headed on tour to connect with my incredible community in person, to share space and energy. I promise…
If you’re planning to get into writing, then knowing different types of writing is essential. In this article, we will discuss the four different writing styles; take a look… 1. Expository Writing You must have seen journal articles that disseminate data and findings to peers in the same field. Such articles are known as expository articles. The expository writing style is used to share relevant data and information with readers. It’s a great tool for sharing information, whether that’s a method, an opinion, or some newfound wisdom. 2. Descriptive Writing Descriptive writing is a style of writing in which the…
Returning from Silence: Jenny’s Story from author Michèle Sarde is an intimate, first-person retelling of a mother’s unwavering determination to conceal her Jewish identity from the Nazis and to protect the life of her daughter, born at the onset of World War II. The story seamlessly interweaves the personal history of Jenny, her daughter Michou and their Judeo-Hispanic family from Salonica with acutely contemporary themes of concealed identity, assimilation and persecution, the women’s struggle for emancipation and the German occupation of France, all told poignantly, with flashes of dark humor. The daughter Jenny was protecting was just a little girl when…
Stephen King’s The Dark Tower is getting turned into a TV series for Amazon. The ambitious project is in the works from Mike Flanagan and Trevor Macy’s Intrepid Pictures under a new deal with Amazon Studios, according to Deadline. In an interview with Deadline, Flanagan and his producing partner Trevor Macy revealed that they have the rights to the series and to develop it themselves. “If you know anything about me, you know it has been my Holy Grail of a project for most of my life,” Flanagan said. The Dark Tower fuses science-fantasy and horror and is set in…
There are many budding writers who wish to become published authors, but they fail in their endeavors. More often than not, they write content that is not at all publishable. So, what could be the reason that many writers fail to make it big in the industry? Are you also wondering the same? If yes, then read this article to know why most writers fail to become published authors. So, let’s get started… 1. Lack of Creativity The lack of original thought among our writers is arguably the biggest issue that we face. Believe it or not, issues of lesser…
Professional writers include freelancers and staff writers. Staff writers are the ones who work on a company’s payroll. In comparison, freelancers are those who pitch editors or apply for contract writing employment. However, company staff writers are permanent employees. You can start as a writer by joining a company or becoming a freelance writer. All you need to be a great writer is the knack for writing. If you’re passionate about a new industry few people know about, you can get in and start writing for it while there’s less competition. Great Writers Always Needed Professional writing often requires special…
So many people want to become a writer but don’t know where to start with. Some people have a lot of ideas but they don’t find any inspiration to put those ideas on paper. If you want to become a better writer, this is the best place for you. In this article, we will share 5 tips that would help you become a better writer. These tips help you master your skill and craft with practice. Here are the tips:- Tip #1 Set a Goal To write anything, you need to do the work and that is you need to…
Firefighters run into burning buildings, police officers chase active shooters, and EMTs rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene. First responders are the action heroes of our time, but they are not invincible. Nearly 30% of first responders will develop PTSD, and many will experience increased suicidality and other psychiatric conditions, explained psychologist and traumatologist Marilyn J. Wooley. And far too many struggle in silence, asking themselves, “Am I normal for having these feelings?” and “Will I ever get better?” “Fortunately, the answer to these questions is a resounding yes,” Wooley said. “Yes, these…
You might have heard of creative writing on numerous occasions. Creative writing, which has more traditionally been referred to as literature, is the art of creating engaging content for readers. Creative writing is not scholarly or technical in nature, yet nonetheless manages to attract a readership. This form of writing allows the author to express themselves in their own way. For instance, a novel or poetry is an example of creative writing. These writings are done to convey the author’s innermost thoughts and emotions to the reader. A news item or a report does not qualify as creative writing because…