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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mark Cuban Says You Don't Need To Have Life Figured Out By 22 — He Got Fired, Slept on the Floor, 'Partied Like A Rockstar,' And Still Became Rich
Graduating college might feel like stepping off a cliff. After years of lectures, finals, and ramen-fueled cramming sessions, the question hits hard: Now what? Billionaire Mark Cuban has a surprisingly chill answer—literally. During a 2019 BOLD TV interview at the SALT Conference, the entrepreneur was asked what advice he'd give to young people, especially those stepping out into the real world for the first time. "If I'm talking to somebody who's just graduating from college," Cuban said, "just say don't stress, right? You don't have to have all the answers. You don't have to have your chosen career. You don't have to know what you're going to be when you grow up. You don't have to be, you know, focused on adulthood. Just, you know, get a job. Just do something." Don't Miss: Hasbro, MGM, and Skechers trust this AI marketing firm — Deloitte's fastest-growing software company partners with Amazon, Walmart & Target – Forget finding your life's calling by 22. Cuban's approach is refreshingly unpolished—because his own start was far from glamorous. After graduating from Indiana University, he moved to Dallas. At night, he bartended. By day, he sold PC software—until he got fired from that too. So he leaned into what he could control. "I was pissant broke, slept on the floor, got fired, was a shitty employee," he said. "Started the company, starved for a while, grinded it out, sold that company, used that money to buy and start another company, sold that company—partied like a rock star." No apologies. No polishing the past. Just the reality of someone who figured it out by doing, not overthinking. "I always knew I was an entrepreneur," he said, "but when I graduated from college in Indiana, I didn't know what I was going to do." Trending: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — "I'm just not employable," he joked. "So I started a company called MicroSolutions." It grew to 80 employees and pulled in $30 million in sales before he sold it. He used the money to buy a lifetime pass on American Airlines. "Traveled the world," he added, like that was just the natural next step. But it wasn't luck or timing—it was curiosity and effort. "I was always trying to learn something new," he said. "Learning how to learn, to me, was the greatest skill that I got at Indiana." That's the advice most people skip: learning is the job. Not knowing what you're doing? Totally normal. The trick is refusing to stay in that anyone flirting with entrepreneurship, Cuban didn't downplay the process: "If you have to ask if you're ready, you're not ready," he said. "If you think it's all about raising money, you're not ready." You'll get an idea, he said. You'll Google it. No one else has done it. You'll tell your friends and they'll say it's cool—and then you'll stop. That's the line in the sand. Most people freeze there. "That's where you've got to put in the effort to learn what to do," Cuban said. "Can you make a prototype? Can you find one customer that's willing to pay you?" The advice wasn't glamorous. But it was real. "You just grind it out," he said, "and typically, good things happen." Read Next:'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. Image: Shutterstock Up Next: Transform your trading with Benzinga Edge's one-of-a-kind market trade ideas and tools. Click now to access unique insights that can set you ahead in today's competitive market. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? APPLE (AAPL): Free Stock Analysis Report TESLA (TSLA): Free Stock Analysis Report This article Mark Cuban Says You Don't Need To Have Life Figured Out By 22 — He Got Fired, Slept on the Floor, 'Partied Like A Rockstar,' And Still Became Rich originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Jordan News
04-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
University of Petra Participates in "BOLD" Program to Strengthen Academic Partnerships - Jordan News
University of Petra Participates in "BOLD" Program to Strengthen Academic Partnerships The University of Petra took part in the award ceremony of the 'BOLD' (Building Opportunities for Learning and Development) program under the theme Celebration and Excellence. Representing the university were Dr. Abdul Rahman, Head of the Accounting Department at the Faculty of Administrative and Financial Sciences; Dr. Ahmad Al-Qasem, Director of the Quality Assurance, Planning, and Performance Management Unit; and Dr. Mayyas Al-Rimawi, Vice President of the University. اضافة اعلان During the event, Dr. Abdul Rahman presented a scientific poster emphasizing the importance of designing academic curricula using modern methodologies that accommodate diverse student learning styles. He praised the valuable guidance provided during the program's workshops by Dr. Sean Morrissey of the University of Strathclyde and Professor Fiona Smart of FSCCLTD. The ceremony was attended by Professor Dhafir Al-Sarayrah, President of the Higher Education Accreditation Commission, and the British Ambassador to Jordan, Philip Hall.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BOLD School Board votes 4-2 to seek new superintendent amid budget shortfall
May 2---- In a surprise move, members on Monday voted 4-2 to begin a search for a new superintendent instead of negotiating a new contract with Superintendent Jim Menton. The vote came after board members initially considered a motion to begin negotiating a new contract. Board members must now decide how to conduct that search under a relatively tight time frame. Superintendent Menton's contract ends June 30. Board members at the April 28 meeting cited concerns over the district's financial predicament — and worries that the community will not trust the board and current superintendent to solve it — in their discussions prior to the vote. Another factor — not mentioned by board members but referenced by Menton — was his recent interview as one of five finalists for the superintendent position with the Byron Public Schools in southeast Minnesota. BOLD board members Todd Sheehan and Greg Peppel voted "nay" on the motion for a new superintendent search, while members Todd Frank and Sandy Benson made the motion for the search and were joined in "aye" votes by MaryElla Clouse and Brad Aaseth. Brad Reffereth was absent. Board Chairman Todd Frank stepped aside from his role as chair so that he would be free to urge members to rescind the motion to negotiate a new contract with Menton and start a new search. School board members held a closed session with Menton one month earlier to evaluate his performance. Under the Minnesota Open Meeting law, a public body may close a meeting to evaluate the performance of an employee under its authority. Menton told board members that he left that meeting with the impression that he had the support to move forward and fix the district's financial situation. The district is on track for a $700,000 shortfall or greater in this year's budget. It could grow to as large as $900,000 in what Menton described as a "worst-case scenario." The district's financial mess came to light following the resignation of the school district's business manager in September. that the district had asked for a criminal investigation into the business manager's actions. He told the board then that the district was facing a shortfall of $700,000. The budget had not allocated sufficient revenues, nor identified sources for them, for significant transportation and payroll expenses included in the budget. Chairman Frank initially raised the concerns on Monday about negotiating a new contract. He said he had been contacted by 17 different community members, as well as by five former school board members, who said they did not want to see the board renew the superintendent's contract. "I don't think the trust will be there by the community, and once trust is lost, we've lost it," said Frank after explaining his concerns. Other board members expressed favorable opinions of the superintendent, as well as concerns about the fiscal dilemma. "The bottom line," said Clouse, "is he is responsible for balancing the budget and ensuring we do not go into debt." After the motion was made to search for a new superintendent, Menton said, "I understand. I understand completely and this has been a massive debacle. (There is a) need to accept responsibility and I certainly do. As everyone knows, there have been some pretty massive extenuating circumstances that (I'm) just not at liberty to fully discuss. ... It's been an extremely frustrating year." Menton explained that he had left the last board meeting with the impression that he would continue. He added that he had "taken a lot of flak for taking a job interview without the opportunity to fix what has happened here." He said he was not sure that the problem can be fixed in one year. "I am certainly motivated to fix this," he said. Sheehan said he had also left the last meeting with the impression that board members were going to give the superintendent a chance to fix what happened, adding: "All of this wasn't his issue." Clouse pointed out that the BOLD School Board does not have a finance committee in place. She said there were many extenuating circumstances, and that she felt partially responsible for not having spotted the budget problems in the making. "That is what makes this such a difficult decision. I believe in giving people a second chance," she said. Menton has served as superintendent of the BOLD School District since May 2021 He led an effort that saw voters in November 2023 approve nearly $40 million in financing to address facilities needs in the district serving the communities of Bird Island, Olivia and Lake Lillian. Prior to becoming superintendent, Menton had served for five years as BOLD's high school principal. He had been an assistant principal for the Westbrook-Walnut Grove School District before joining BOLD.
Business Journals
26-04-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
BOLD Named Top 20 by OBJ—Hispanic Marketing That Builds Brand Trust in Florida
Bold Hispanic Marketing Agency: The Brands That Win Tomorrow Don't Wait for a Cultural Moment — They Build with Us Daily What if marketing didn't just reach people — but resonated? What if campaigns didn't just translate — but transformed? That's what we do at Bold Hispanic Marketing Agency. We help brands move beyond generic multicultural messaging into a culturally rooted strategy that speaks with corazón. Whether building awareness, shifting perception, or cultivating loyalty, we believe marketing isn't just about visibility. It's about belonging. BOLD is a nationally certified woman- and minority-owned agency recently named one of OBJ's Top 20 Central Florida Minority-Owned Businesses. We specialize in Hispanic marketing, and our clients include AdventHealth, United Arts, the Orlando Magic, Prospera, OUC, and Heart of Florida United Way. In 2024, our founder Ana Carolina Salazar, was invited to the White House to advocate for Hispanic and minority-owned businesses on a national stage. She was named one of OBJ's Women Who Mean Business, selected as one of ALPFA's Latinas to Watch, and featured in Hispanic Stars Rising, a national book spotlighting 95 leaders reshaping Hispanic leadership in the U.S. That same year, Ana co-founded Mujeres in Marketing, a platform elevating Latina creatives and strategists across the country. Central Florida's Hispanic Community Isn't Emerging — It's Leading As some companies scale back on DEI efforts, the numbers tell a different story here in Central Florida: the Hispanic community isn't slowing down — it's driving the region's growth. In the Orlando metro area alone, over 35% of the population is Hispanic — a number that's risen sharply over the past decade. We're not just a demographic. We're familias, founders, caregivers, creatives, business owners, and voters. We're shaping the workforce, the schools, the consumer economy — and the future. Florida is now home to the third-largest Hispanic population in the U.S., with over 6 million Hispanic residents. In Greater Orlando, Hispanic entrepreneurs are fueling growth in small business, real estate, and tech — while Hispanic consumers are reshaping spending across healthcare, education, banking, and retail. Yet, even with this momentum, Hispanics remain underrepresented in leadership and underserved in marketing. At BOLD, we believe the brands that win in Florida tomorrow are the ones building intentional, long-term relationships with Hispanic audiences today — with consistency, cultural fluency, and purpose. We don't create campaigns to meet a quota. We build strategies to earn trust, spark loyalty, and grow together. Our Signature Products Transcreation Studio™ For companies with existing general market campaigns that want to reach Hispanic audiences authentically, and where words, visuals, and tone are transformed — not just translated — with cultural insight and nuance. Hispanic Market Launchpad™ For brands entering the U.S. Hispanic market. We bring the strategy, including segmentation, messaging, go-to-market plans, and cultural positioning, ensuring you land with meaning. CulturaConnect™ Campaigns For organizations ready to go deep. From brand storytelling to full campaign execution, this is where culture and creativity meet ROI. Launching in 2025: Digital Studio powered by BOLD is a creative division designed for small businesses, startups, and solo founders who need brand-forward, bilingual marketing delivered with agility, quality, and cultural fluency. From bilingual content creation and social media management to paid ads, email marketing, brand identity, UX-focused web development, and 2D animation, the Studio brings enterprise-level creativity to emerging brands — fast, affordable, and aligned with culture from day one. At BOLD, we don't just work for the Hispanic market — we are part of it. We grew up with Spanglish in our homes, abuela wisdom in our DNA, and brands that rarely spoke to us in ways that felt real. We're changing that — with strategy, with soul, and with stories that stick. If you're a national brand, a local leader, or even a fellow agency ready to lead with culture, we're ready to build with you. Let's talk — not just about marketing, but about movement. We don't just help brands show up. We help them show up con propósito — with strategy, with culture, and with the confidence to lead.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Golf roundup: Blackjacks take 3rd place at Marshall Invitational
Apr. 16—MARSHALL — The Dawson-Boyd boys golf team wound up third in the 15-team Marshall Invitational on Wednesday at the Marshall Golf Club. Dawson-Boyd shot a 328. Marshall won with a 296 and Lakeview was second with a 317. Central Minnesota Christian School was fourth at 331 and Lac qui Parle Valley took fifth at 335. Advertisement Also fielding full teams were Yellow Medicine East, which took 11th with a 395, MACCRAY (12th, 398) and BOLD (13th, 398). Medalist honors went to Marshall's Luke Ehlers, who shot a 3-under-par 69. He edged Lakeview's Carson Boe by one stroke. The top area finishers were LQPV's Carson Besonen and Central Minnesota Christian's Eli Gerdes, who tied for seventh place with 74s. Dawson-Boyd was led by Evan Mork, who placed 13th with a 79. The Blackjacks' Drew Hjemeland finished 14th with an 80. Renville County West's Ryan Schrupp was the area's other top-10 finisher. He placed ninth with a 75.
