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20th October 2004

How Much Will You Need to Retire?

“Retirees and future retirees have one big question: Which will last longer — me or my portfolio? The answer depends on many factors, including your asset allocation, your withdrawal rate, your other sources of income, and your health†– topics I regularly discuss in my Rule Your Retirement newsletter.”

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20th October 2004

The 25 most difficult questions you’ll be asked on a job interview

“If you are one of those executive types unhappy at your present post and embarking on a New Year’s resolution to find a new one, here’s a helping hand. The job interview is considered to be the most critical aspect of every expedition that brings you face-to- face with the future boss.”

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20th October 2004

Getting New Customers: A Dry Cleaning Story

“A local dry cleaning company has taken the leg up on competition, and Iíve happily given them all my business. Not only that ó they convinced me to pay more money than I was paying at the previous cleaner I had used for 3 years. How did it happen? There were a few things that enticed us to move our business to them and a few more that convinced us to stay.”

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