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If for any reason you believe you received this email in error or if you no longer wish to receive these emails,  click here to unsubscribe. A  Dec 30, 2020   TIRED OF OFFICE POLITICS? This is Biden's reaction to the vaccine efforts Image source: Getty Images Yesterday Joe Biden critiqued how slowly the vaccination effort is moving, saying his team would "move heaven and earth" to speed things along.    "The Trump administration's plan to distribute vaccines is falling behind, far behind. As I long feared and warned, the effort to distribute and administer the vaccine is not progressing as it should," he said.    Biden suggested that when he takes office, he would ensure that one million shots were being given every single day. But even at that pace, it will still be months before most Americans are inoculated.    So far, more than 2.1 million people have received the first round of the vaccination, according to the most recent data. More Political Headlines   This is the latest on Brexit   Here are some big 2020 milestones This is what the early vote in Georgia isn't telling us YOU NEED TO SEE THIS BEFORE THIS STOCK SKYROCKETS Recommended Link: Perfect Stock Caught Trading Under Secret Name This is just bizarre... We have just uncovered perhaps the most unusual stock we've ever seen. It's expected to see massive revenue in 2020 - $100 billion. The company holds over 29,000 patents in the U.S. It pays an enormous dividend. And yet... It's ultra-cheap - less than $3. BACK TO BUSINESS This is how small-business owners got creative during the pandemic The global pandemic has made 2020 an unprecedented year for small businesses. Many previously brick-and-mortar businesses have been able to set up shop online. Others have been forced to get a little more creative with their offerings.  It should come as no surprise that so many small-business owners have become resourceful as launching a company and keeping it running has never been easy. Here are some examples of businesses that found inventive ways to adapt. More Business Headlines   This is how the latest coronavirus relief bill will aid small businesses   Small businesses need to know about this key tax change EASY MONEY ON THE SIDE Looking for passive income in 2021? Start here Image source: South Florida Reporter There are a ton of reasons that passive income is one of the most coveted sources out there. It can help you generate extra cash flow, stave off (some) economic upheaval and once you have one in place, turning on the next (and the next) just keeps on getting easier.    Passive income is great because it means you don't have to quit your day job, start a new career or invest a lot of sweat equity.   But here's where it can be truly life changing:   When you're worried about being able to save enough of your earnings to meet your retirement goals, building wealth through passive income is a strategy that might appeal to you, too.   Here's how you can unlock that passive income in your own life... More Side Money Headlines   If you got a raise, this is the first move you should make next year Three simple ways to boost your credit in 2021 How to put a little more money in your pocket every day PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 7 questions that will help shape your career goals If you're looking for professional development opportunities that can help you advance your career, there are seven questions you should ask yourself to better shape your career goals and professional development outcomes.     One question everyone should ask is "What do you not want to do?" Knowing what you don't want to do career wise is just as important, if not more important, as knowing what you want to do. To avoid getting stuck in a career that you absolutely detest, you need to ensure the professional development opportunities you are seeking won't send you in a direction you don't want to go.   Another question to ask yourself is "What have you accomplished this year?" Answering this question not only creates a positive mindset, but it helps you identify new skills you need in order to build on your success. What other questions should you ask yourself before deciding on which professional development opportunities you should pursue? More Professional Development Headlines   This is how to improve your customer service skills 10 virtual courses that will help boost your job skills MOTIVATION "Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago." - Warren Buffett Image Source: The Quotable Coach Real success takes time, but people are impatient. We tend to want immediate gratification. If we can conquer our need to want everything now, we can ultimately build success that will last a lifetime.   And as we plan to pursue our goals, we should do so in a way that benefits the world around us. Leaving the world in better shape than we found it should be central to our endeavors. Take time to plant the true knowing it will take years to enjoy its benefits fully. More Motivation Headlines   Five surprising ways to get motivated How to overcome the fear of failure Stay Informed, Rex Jackson   P.S. Know someone who'd love the Brief Updates? Be sure to send them to this link so they can get signed up: BriefUpdates.com   What did you think of Today's Edition? Very Useful Good Okay Not Useful @ 2020 Brief Updates 20 N. Orange Avenue, 32801, Orlando, United States     ARCHIVES | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS & CONDITIONS | UNSUBSCRIBE