Lawrence Tam

Funny dude who grew up in Houston, and retired from Mechanical Engineering at the age of 33. Has 3 kiddos and happily married and marketing full time since 2012. Learn how to take control of your life and health through a simple challenge to keep you healthier one day at a time - Click Here to Learn More.

How to Apply for Scholarships for Minorities

Thanks to scholarships for minorities being available more and more kids and continuing their education in order to get ahead in life. Minorities such as Hispanics, African Americans and Native American (but not so much Asian, why is that?) often have more scholarship opportunities because of the external companies that sympathize with the struggle of being a minority. Since I am a minority myself I understand how important it is to find a way to further your education.

I have found out that there are even quite a few Universities and Community Colleges that offer scholarships for minorities in order to get more students to enroll. It is almost impossible to not encounter another race in your area and when you are allowed to get the same education as others then you are just as qualified for the better paying jobs.

What Kind of Scholarships for Minorities Can I Get?

There are so many different kinds and amounts of scholarships out there for minorities so I always say that it is best to shop around first. Pick out which scholarships meet the criteria you are looking for as well as you meeting the criteria the scholarship is looking for. The available scholarships to you will really depend on where you want to further your education and in what career field as too. There are millions of dollars handed out each year to minorities by these scholarships in order for them to further their education to get a career. With all of that money being handed out don’t you think you should take advantage? I know I would! (more…)

By Lawrence Tam, ago

How to Start an Online Business

Have you got an idea in mind to start an online business but not really sure how to get it rolling? I was able to start up my own online marketing business with very minimal prior knowledge and now I make more money than some of my friends, working on my own schedule. There are plenty of 9 to 5 jobs out there that can help you make ends meet but unfortunately not everyone is able to fit into that mold of the working class. Students, stay at home parents, disabled, retirees and more may need an income that is a bit more flexible on the terms and the hours that can be working.

First you need to make sure that you are at least familiar with the internet itself because you are going to really needs things like social networking to help you get your business’s name out there. Luckily, even if you have no idea what “tweeting” means I can show you how to start an online business with just a few simply tips. (more…)

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The Top Successful Home Businesses

Whether you are a beginning entrepreneur or a veteran in the game you may be on the hunt for new successful home businesses to try out. Depending on what kind of things you are into or work you are looking to do there are plenty of options out there for you today. There are many reasons people seek to make money online I have found and whether it is because you are a student, stay at home parent or just looking for a way to make some extra income, an at home business can be a great way to do so.

Some are able to turn their hobbies into a successful business, especially women, by making crafts, jewelry, clothes and many more things. There is always a market for home made items, especially during holiday seasons so if this is something you are into it could work out for you. The home business you start up could also include babysitting, an in home day care, in home senior services or other similar services like this. Plus, these successful home businesses are often much more rewarding than some of the other options.

The home business you try out will also depend on how much money you need or want to make as well. There are some small online ventures you can explore like surveys, article writing, and even reading emails but these won’t give you more than a couple hundred dollars a month. (more…)

By Lawrence Tam, ago

Pros and Cons of Starting a Home Catering Business

If you love cooking, baking and serving the general public I have found it may be your calling to start up a home catering business. There are definitely pros and cons to starting up any kind of new business in today’s economy so I always recommend you consider all of your options before choosing.

Pros of a Home Catering Business

One of the biggest pros would have to be catering in general if it is something you love to do. Being able to find something you love and make money from it is like what I did with online marketing. Another pro is the fact that you can set yourself apart from some of the competition by offering foods and services that other catering businesses do not have. In some areas you may be required to do this just to see your business succeed since there is such a huge market for caterers.

Cons of a Home Catering Business

Home catering businesses are often some of the riskiest out there because you really have to work at getting your name out there in order to get clients. Food tastings, advertising, marketing and food costs can all put a damper on starting your new business so always factor in the costs of starting up the business compared to how much revenue you plan to generate. I have a few friends that have their own in home catering businesses and I saw firsthand the things they had to do in order to get the business they needed to stay afloat. (more…)

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