Carol Herrington
Ms. Herrington has a BA in Communications, AD in Journalism and 30 hours in a MBA/MSA program. She is a former investigative reporter who changed careers but never left writing behind. She was a Small Business Development Center Director and former retail sale manager. As a newspaper reporter she was a general assignments contributor but focused on investigative pieces. She later became an editor of special sections at the Houston Chronicle in Houston, TX.
She changed careers in her 30s to pursue business and business management. Her background includes finance, and accounting. She writes grants, owns/manages a 12+ acre ranch and remains active in the retail industry.
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She changed careers in her 30s to pursue business and business management. Her background includes finance, and accounting. She writes grants, owns/manages a 12+ acre ranch and remains active in the retail industry.
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Loyola University, New Orleans, TAMU system and MGCCC systemInterests
Raising, showing and selling Quarter and Paint Horses in the cutting, workingcow and barrell racing industries. Enjoys her Noah s Arc of dogs, cats and goats.Motto
Always Forgive. Always Love. Always Be Who God Made You To Be.Favorites
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3 Layoffs Later, There is a Trick to Finding a JobLearn how I have been successful (to date, praise God) on finding a job after three layoffs starting at age 40 and continuing to age 52. My friends are now turning to me to help them, and I want to help you.
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Saving Money in Small Ways Adds UpLearn how to save money in often overlooked ways, such as reviewing bills versus opting into auto payments. Start the new year off right!
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'Tis the Year for New FinancialsLearn how to make a budget you can stick to. New Year's resolutions are difficult at best, and unless achievable, next to impossible to attain. There are tricks to planning - learn them and be healthier financially by Dec. 31, 2012.
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Interviewing PreparationLearn a few tricks of interviewing. Make your time and their time worthwhile!
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Festival of Lights Brought Two Worlds TogetherThe High Holy Days have a special part in my heart. I was raised Christian and Jewish by my dual faith parents. Growing up like that was normal and a blessing.
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Inferility at Age 22I learned that pills don't make you feel better only accepting yourself and letting others love you for you are how you survive infertility either on your own or as a couple. -
Christmas Time All YearChristmas brings mostly the good out in people; don't you wish it were that way all year long?
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Using Credit Correctly'Tis the Season - to charge, according to retailers and the financial institutions. But buyer or user beware. Use credit but use it wisely. Learn what type of credit to use and how to manage it.
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How to Clean an A/CI am always on a tight budget. Learn how to save on electricity while keeping more money in your wallet by cleaning your air conditioner unit.
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24 Adoptions LaterEach furry child has a special place in my heart and a special place in my heart. We have survived domesic violence, surgeries and financial crises together. They have taught me a lot about survival and living.
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Water ConservationLearn how to conserve water and keep money in your pocketbook or savings account. Some inexpensive simple savings can go a long way toward saving money.
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Saving Money at Home is More Than Going GreenThere are many ways in which occupants can reduce their utility bill. Learn how to save on your electric bill and save the environment.
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Preparing for DisasterBe prepared for a disaster and learn in this article how to prepare yourself for a comeback. Any disaster can be devistating, but planning ahead can help ensure a quick recovery. -
Completing Schedule C:Today's economy is forcing many individuals to start their own business. A key to success is knowing up front what is allowed as an expense and what is not. Keeping accurate files will help keep the IRS away from your door.
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Tax TimeLearn step by step how to prepare for tax time. Tax returns are going to be scrutinized more than ever by the IRS, and you need your money back more than ever.
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Tax Dos and DontsLearn more about Schedule A documentation. Learn what you can and can't itemize.
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We Are Calling on Congress to Balance the BudgetLearn proven common-sense ways in which to save money, balance your budget, improve your credit and live as stress free as possible.
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Round or SquareFrom Jew to Christian - my amazing journey has taken me a long way. Even further from thought is the fact that I studied Catholicism, the Mormon scripture and Koran along the way, but that is another story.
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ShalomTwo inspirational Bible verses stand out for me. These two verses have only come to me recently in my time of need. This is the commencement of High Holy Days in the Jewish community; how approrpriate these words are. -
Marketing on a ShoestringMarketing does not have to be expensive. Use your personal touch.
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Writing a Business PlanLearn how to write a business plan in this first of several articles. The first step is the market analysis and that involves a lot of research.
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Starting Your Small BusinessIf you are pondering starting a small business, there is more than putting up your sign. Get an overview of what it takes.
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The Past, the Present and the FutureWhile I was quite young, Rosh Hashanah was special, as were all the High Holy Days. The Day of Rembrance and Atonement is especially poignant for me now.
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Customers Are in the Driver's SeatLearn how to drive customer sales and your profit margin. The first in a series of articles on customer sales, service and satisfaction.
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Designing Customer SurveysLearn what it takes to design simple, no nonsense surveys. Get the basic information you need without frustrating your customers.
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Messianic Jew Discovers Religion and Ethnicity Do Not Make Terrorists911 re-exposed what America wanted to hide - racism, McCarthyism. If you don't look like me, or think like me, you are a terrorist. An open nation is now closed from within, but not by terrorists.
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Cut, Cap the Wealthy, Not the PoorWe have two major U.S. Senators - Kay Bailey Hutchinson and John Cronyn, both career politicians. Neither have helped this economy move forward. Both are rich and both wish to avoid taxation on the wealthy as much as possible.
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Grants 101This is the first in several "how-to" write grants articles, as well as how to become a nonprofit. Each article is short, sweet and to the point. The author has a 70 percent success rate.
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Clowning AroundClowns are colorful, fun and bring joy to everyone. My retail employer promotes themes - this day it was circus day.
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Me, Mom and BessyMy favorite truck is a Chevy. I have had several, but my favorite was Bessy. A beauty born in Louisiana but bred to be in Texas. She saved my life and gave me wonderful memories.
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Texas' SummerThis is based on the record heat of the Texas summer season, which is almost 12 months long. It is freestyle, my preference. We, ranchers / farmers, live it everyday in Texas.
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City Slicker BoxerThis is the first of many about the misadventures of 10-month-old boxer and his new found friends, including a black cat with a white stripe down its back.
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Female Ranching in the 21st CenturyIntrospective, semi humorous look into rebuilding after a fire on a ranch. Insight into strength and human nature.
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Different is Special:Ranches and dogs still go together in the deep east Texas fertile bottom lands. Land is used for growing hay and in some places, goats. Ranching in the 21st Century has changed little - it is hard work; but what has changed is the gender of the rancher.
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Using Credit WiselyLearn how to build your credit, save money and wisely maintain a credit card. The key is saving money while spending money on necessities. This article will give you, the customer, an insider's edge.
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CouponingSave money while shopping by learning how to use coupons and reward points. Dress yourself and your children fashionably by using coupons retailers want you to use. Get the insider retail advantage.
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Female Ranching in the 21st CenturyMusings of a female rancher in today's century.
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Don't Let the Economic Downturn Bring You DownI was laid off from full-time jobs, twice in a row. I almost lost my home, ranch and truck. I learned to cut down and cut out much of what I found to be frivilous, and I became a great negotiator.
