Oct 31 2009
Positivism is an interpretation of the methodology of physics ballooned into a general theory of knowledge for all fields. Such a course in economics would be likely to lead to grave errors.
By feeds.mises.org
Oct 21 2009
Political wisdom, dearly bought by the bitter experience of generations, is often lost through the gradual change in the meaning of the words which express its maxims.
By feeds.mises.org
Oct 13 2009
It all comes down to the post office in the history of public policy. And so it is in our time, with Obama’s admission/gaffe/slip concerning the post office and its analogy to what he wants to do with healthcare.
By feeds.mises.org
Oct 11 2009
My horseback riding instructor and I have one thing in common: We’re both self-employed. Today we were talking about how much we love it that we can set our own schedules.
If this is something that is important for you in your career — being able to set your own schedule — you can plan your education with this goal in mind. Think of your interests, and then try to brainstorm ways that you could turn these into your own small business.
For example, my instructor both teaches horseback riding lessons and trains horses. She does work with an established lesson barn, but many of her lessons — like the ones she give me — are also via her own business. Her background is extensive — she has been riding since she was a kid, and she also went to college to learn how to train horses.
As another example, I got my degree in English with a concentration in literature. After a year or so as a technical writer, I realized this was something I could do on my own, and I’ve been freelancing ever since.
Your niche doesn’t have to match either of ours. For instance, if you have an interest in the culinary arts, you could attend a cooking school to add to your knowledge and refine your techniques. With that degree, you could open your own catering business, bakery, or write a recipe book.
There is a way to turn just about any interest or education into a small business opportunity. Do you have any ideas for what YOU might be interested in doing?