Literacy in the United States is defined as a person over age fifteen who is able to read and write. Literacy levels in this country vary greatly depending on various factors: urban vs. rural, the immigrant population level of a certain area and more. What is known is that one in four children will grow up without lear… read more

The progression from movie star or international musician to restaurant owner has become pretty standard these days. Celebrities have begun opening their own restaurants, bars, and night clubs either as silent partners or in many cases, even full-blown owners. Jay-Z has a chain of sports bars that are similar in a way … read more

Though many people feel intimidated by the idea of writing out a business plan, this is an essential and useful first step in organizing one's ideas and goals while outlining a realistic business strategy to build revenue and stability in the coming years. A business plan should lay out the scope of the company and the… read more

Spotify is undeniably popular. In fact, it's becoming so ubiquitous that people seldom stop to really consider just how groundbreaking it is. It's obviously a useful tool. And when a tool becomes perfectly intuitive we often forget it's even there. The focus shifts to what the tool does for us rather than on the tool a… read more

If you don't drink cow's milk, chances are you are already familiar with soy milk and other dairy-free alternatives. But did you know that you can also make your own at home? It's fresher, healthier and less expensive! Soy can be a healthful food, however it's important to know how to best prepare it for better digesti… read more