There's a new study shows a surprising way parents can encourage their kids' success: Buy a house. The results suggest teenage children of homeowners are 2.6% less likely to drop out of school than teens whose parents rent their home, and are 5% less likely to get pregnant.
Today's economy is especially rough for the young members of Generation Y. And it's hard not feel sympathetic for them ... until you hear this alarming tidbit: Gen Y believes that success comes through luck. Yes, luck, not hard work.
Facebook's IPO has focused yet another spotlight on its founder, Mark Zuckerberg. But beyond the hoopla, there's another, quieter story to be found in the wunderkind CEO -- the lessons that can be gleaned from his life.
After more than a decade in the Gambino crime family, Louis Ferrante went to prison and changed his life. Now, he's a motivational speaker and author. His most recent book: Mob Rules: What the Mafia Can Teach the Legitimate Businessman. Here are a few of his tips for getting ahead in business.
Dr. Roy Baumeister is a research psychologist who has studied the science of self-control for many years. He's also co-author of the new book Willpower. We asked him how you can boost your willpower when facing financial temptations and decisions. Here are his secrets.
Jason Statham made his fortune as a top movie action hero several head-butts ago: His pictures have made well over $1 billion. But the British actor keenly remembers when being a well-paid tough guy meant selling jewelry and perfume out of a briefcase on the street.
Jenna Fischer's beer-guzzling dental hygienist in the dark indie comedy "A Little Help" isn't the best example of how to get ahead in your career. But she does think that her character from "The Office" has a bit to say on the subject -- and she brings a few real life lessons to the table as well.
In addition to chasing down answers to our readers' questions, we love to hear about your firsthand experiences with weathering this economic storm. And when we asked "Will you be better off next year?" at least one reader weighed in with a resounding "Yes!"
