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Traits of a successful entrepreneur

Grandfather clocks serve as artistic decor pieces

  Ancient & Modern Clocks Grandfather clocks , also known as longcase clocks, are a type of mechanical clock that is renowned for their tall, freestanding design and pendulum mechanism housed within the tower case. Originating in the late 17th century in England, these clocks became popular due to their improved accuracy over older timekeeping methods. The name "grandfather clock" became widespread after the song "My Grandfather's Clock , " written by Henry Clay Work in 1876, which described such a clock that had been running for ninety years.       View More   Kieninger clocks   This is one of the world's oldest clock makers founded in Germany over 100 years ago. You can see more here Like this Ridgeway grandfather clocks The mechanics of a grandfather clock involve a weight-driven system where weights descend slowly pulling on gears to regulate the movement of hands on the dial. This system requires periodic winding to keep the clock running accurat...

Working in College Setting

  Today I did like to bring to your attention the question,  What do you enjoy studying? While working in College Setting, I meet with students regarding their concern about choosing right major; the path that will lead to a fantastic high paying position in growth industry. There is a hope that one decision, your college major will leave a huge impact on the rest of your life.  Alot of student often shy away from subject area they enjoy due to fear that such coursework will not lead to a job . Each time this happen I feel so disappointed in the approach. As a counselor I always ask students or clients the question, what do you enjoy studying?  The answer received generally,  makes it easy to choose a major or a family of majors. Overtime I discover the incredible pressure to secure employment after graduation. This usually take place, when you are forced to learn a course you have no interest in, you just fulfill all formality, graduate and dump further researc...