10 Reasons Parents Get Calls From School

There a lots of possible reasons for a phone call from your child’s school; some good, others not so much. You may have heard them all by now, but it’s always a bit unnerving just the same. Your thoughts range between What did he do now? to How much is this call going to wind up costing me?

Submitted for your approval: ten reasons parents get calls from school:

1. Talk to teacher about grades. – If there are some concerns about your child’s progress – or even when there’s good news to report – you’re apt to get a call from the teacher. Make sure you keep positive and come up with a solution to any issues rather than arguing.
2. Child got sick in class. – It could have been nerves before a test, or the result of wolfing down two bowls of Cheerios in 47 seconds in order to make the school bus. Whatever the cause, it happens. Don’t get stressed out or jump to conclusions.
3. School is letting out early. – You’ll be advised if and when there’s a change in schedule, in order to arrange to pick your child up or be certain someone is there to meet her at the bus stop. If you are not available, make sure you have some emergency contacts who are.
4. Child is being disciplined. – You’d rather not get this particular call, but there are times when kids get into a bit of trouble now and then. Hopefully, it’s nothing more than class clown syndrome, in which case Bozo will be doing without dessert and his Xbox tonight, we’re sure.
5. Curriculum change. – In rare instances, as when new material is being introduced in class, parents are apprised of any changes so that they can stay abreast of their kids’ academics. Make sure you pay attention if it is important enough to warrant a call.
6. Child skipped class. – Another unpleasant possibility for a phone call from school. Spring fever is always in season, unfortunately. Talk to your child about responsibility and safety concerns and make sure they know what a privilege it is to be educated.
7. Advise about an upcoming event. – Field trips, school plays, parent-teacher meetings, open house, etc. You may be getting called about a calendar update. Make sure you write down the information so you don’t forget about it as soon as you hang up.
8. Emergency notifications. – In some school districts, an emergency notification system is employed which sends automated messages to the homes of all students, announcing emergency conditions. Stay calm and don’t overload the school with return calls. They will do their best to keep your child safe.
9. Reminders – In addition to emergency situations, calls and messages may be simple reminders for tuition payments, past due assignments, etc. Although these can be annoying, they can also be helpful reminders to the forgetful or busy parents.
10. Kudos – Yes, sometimes a teacher just wants to pass on a pat on the back and a thank you for the great job your child is doing in school, and for the great job you’ve done in raising her. It’s always a pleasure to get those calls!

The rule of thumb with school calls is to stay calm and composed. It won’t help anyone to get upset. Think clearly and be reasonable. Your children will thank you for it and so will their teachers.

Taken From Find a Nanny

10 Historic Times that Saw a Rise in Adultery and Why

Finding accurate statistics on adultery rates is very difficult. The most accurate way to get data is through face to face interviews and most people are unwilling to disclose extramarital affairs when they know their identity will be known. However, throughout history, there have been markers that indicate probable increases in infidelity. We’ve listed a few of those times below.

1. Ancient Greece – Ancient Greeks did not view human sexuality the same as we do now. There seems to have been a lot more freedom. As women became land owners and their position in society increased, sexual freedoms became more acceptable as it was considered a gift from the Gods.
2. The dawning of Christianity – There are scholars who have interpreted certain parts of the Scripture to indicate that some of the earliest Christians felt that because their sins were forgiven they had the freedom to commit all kinds of sexual immorality that had previously been denied them. The Apostle Paul addressed this issue several times in the Epistles admonishing early believers that they were to emulate Christ and abstain from sexual immorality and all other acts that were not in alignment with the teachings of Christ.
3. Middle Ages – During the Middle Ages adultery was seen as a diversion for the upper classes. Men were expected to marry a virgin and marry well. However, before doing so, there was the expectation that they would have proven their virility on several occasions.
4. Early U.S. History – At this time there were no divorces because there was no legal way for a couple to end their marriage. However in 1701, if you lived in Maryland, you were able to get a divorce. Divorces were only granted for adultery.
5. Early 1900’s – Divorce rates were still relatively low, but higher for women than men, which would indicate a rise in adultery since that was the only reason one could get divorced.
6. 1930’s – During the great depression divorce rates more than quadrupled for both men and women. Most likely the stress of the times caused an increase in adultery and the fact that during the 1920’s there was a much looser lifestyle on the rise than had been seen before.
7. World War II – This period of time saw another spike in the divorce rate, presumably due to the many wartime marriages that took place where people did not really know each other that well. Many marriages were the result of young people feeling that they had to get married since the males were going off to war.
8. 1950’s – This period of time saw the steady increase of divorce rates, over twice the rates of the Great Depression era. At this time divorce was still only granted on grounds of adultery.
9. 1960’s and 70’s – During this time of history, society was going through some major changes. This was the era of “free love,” the Vietnam War was in full swing, Civil Rights and Women’s rights were also being fought for. Once again the divorce rate spiked, this time, it is thought that the advent of no fault divorce played a part in the spike. Even so, history tells us that sexual exploitation was rampant.
10. 21^st Century – Once again, society has gone through some serious changes. People are viewing marriage and relationships differently. Statistically it looks like adultery is still on the rise and the disillusionment of marriage and our disposable mentality seems to be at the root of it.

Adultery still tears people and families apart and causes damage to the psyche and the emotional wellbeing of those involved. Children are the biggest losers when families disintegrate due to infidelity.

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10 Headline Bloopers that Probably Got Someone Fired

One of the most important skills a copy editor can have is a dirty, skeptical mind. If you can spot sexual innuendo from a mile away and pick up on unintended racial slurs, you might have a future in headline writing and proofreading. The people at these newspapers and websites clearly didn't possess that necessary ability and let these terrible (and sometimes terribly awesome) headlines slip through the cracks. These headline mistakes probably got someone in trouble, but at least we can all learn from or at least laugh at them.

1. Chink in the Armor

   This headline about Knicks star Jeremy Lin was almost as big of a story as Lin's rise to fame. Anthony Federico, an ESPN editor at the time, wrote and posted the now-infamous headline at 2:30 a.m. before heading out for the night. It was taken down from the site within 35 minutes because of its inappropriate use of the Chinese racial slur, chink. Federico, who had been at ESPN since 2006, was fired the day after the incident. He has apologized, saying that it was just a mistake and he hadn't considered the connotation of the word that appears in the common phrase.

2. Gook double earns victory

   You might think that the Lin headline fiasco would make ESPN.com editors hyper-sensitive to any ethnic slurs, especially against Asians. Apparently that wasn't the case, because just a week after the Lin debacle, the headline "Gook double earns victory" appeared on the soccer home page. The soccer player the title refers to is Lee Dong-Gook, a member of the South Korea national team. Considering Dong-Gook is his first name, in the style of many Asian countries, and that even if the headline writer didn't understand that, he should've written Dong-Gook rather than just Gook, this mistake is as offensive as the Lin blooper. Gook is a well-known derogatory term for Koreans and East Asians. The headline has since been changed to "Lee double earns victory."

3. Reader fingers murder suspect

   Commuters in D.C. were treated to a weird mental image when they picked up their free copy of The Examiner in early December 2011. On first read, it sounds like a reader and a killer were having a romantic tryst, which definitely should not make front-page news. The real meaning is more significant, with a reader helping police get a new lead in a cold case — more newsworthy, but not nearly as scandalous a headline. Those copy editors probably felt a little sheepish after they realized the meaning they had conveyed. Can we all just agree that "fingers" is no longer an appropriate verb to use for anything that you want to be taken seriously?

4. Tired Gay succumbs to Dix in 200 meters

   You can hardly blame the copy editor for going with this headline. When you get a chance like this to make a perfectly innocent, informative title so dirty, you take it. The story refers to runners Walter Dix and Tyson Gay and the outcome of a race. They just happen to have unfortunate last names to be put together. If Reuters got any complaints about this one, I'm sure they just told the reader to get his mind out of the gutter and then giggled when they got off the phone.

5. French B.O. up 9%

   The French are getting stinkier? Is that even possible? Most people associate the abbreviation B.O. with body odor, though it apparently stands for box office in some circles. It's unclear exactly why it needed to be shortened since it's on the Internet and there is plenty of space, so we can only assume that some headline writer had a personal beef (or maybe boeuf) with the French.

6. Pow wow wow yippee yo yippy yay

   The Union Weekly, a student newspaper at California State University, Long Beach, ran this headline on top of a review of a campus event involving American Indians. The event was called a Pow Wow, which may have prompted the headline writer to come up with this offensive line, but there's no justifying it. Not only is it offensive, basically mocking the way Native Americans sound, but it's bad writing — you have no idea what the story is about by reading the headline. It doesn't help that the article itself bashed the American Indian culture, as well. The newspaper apologized, and we wouldn't be surprised if someone's name stopped appearing in the masthead after this.

7. After sex sting, AP governor Tiwari ejects prematurely

   We'll cut this web editor a break since this headline is from The Times of India and his first language may not be English, but we kind of doubt he didn't know exactly what he was doing. He at least got a quick lesson in our language's sexual phrases after posting this gem of a headline. The story discusses a governor who was stepping down after being caught on film in the company of three women. Many readers blasted the paper for providing the serious news with such a sleazy, cheap-shot headline, but it's not clear if it cost anyone their jobs.

8. Politics in spades: why the Obama veg patch matters

   This headline, and others involving Obama and the word spade, might seem innocuous to the younger generation, but many older people might still recognize spade as a derogatory name for an African American. The term originated in the early 20th century and isn't used much today, but it's understandable that it could be incredibly offensive to put a racial slur as the title of a story about the U.S. president. Copy editors probably need to have a list handy of every racist term out there just to be safe.

9. Missippi's literacy program shows improvement

   Yes, you read that right. The literacy program in "Missippi" is improving. It apparently hasn't made its way to the newspapers there yet, though. This mistake wouldn't be so awful if it weren't for the glaring irony of it — and the fact that we all learned how to spell Mississippi in the second grade. This headline writer and everyone who proofread this paper should be temporarily suspended until they complete an elementary spelling class.

10. headline headghgh

    This mistake by the Times & Citizen in the United Kingdom isn't just a matter of missing the connotation of a word. This is full-blown carelessness. It's happened to papers all over the world: the dreaded filler headline that gets looked over and makes it into the published version. It's rare that it happens on the main headline of the front page, though, as it does in this case. The paper blamed a new production method they and other British newspapers were using, but it's still hard to pass the buck on something so glaring as a 50-size font, placeholder head on the front page.

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9 Oft Overlooked E-mail Etiquette Tips Every Young Worker Should Know

Ding! You've got mail. Welcome to the working world, youngsters. Chances are you've been e-mailing since the early years of AOL, but what do you know about work e-mails? If you're wondering where all the smiley faces are at or why your co-workers don't forward funny YouTube videos to each other, then you clearly have a thing or two to learn about e-mail etiquette in the workplace. Keep reading for the 9 oft-overlooked e-mail etiquette tips every young worker should know.

1. Use a courteous greeting and closing

   All business e-mails should begin with a courteous greeting and end with an appropriate closing. Greetings and closings make e-mails seem more personal and less demanding. Remember, if you're going to take the time to write a greeting, make sure you address the right person and you spell their name correctly.

2. Keep it short and sweet

   This one is pretty self-explanatory. Keep your e-mails as concise and clean as possible. Nobody wants to read an essay or have to skim through an e-mail to find the answer. Keep it short and sweet and you'll have no problems.

3. Think before you send

   Remember, there's no shredder for e-mails. Even if you're able to retrieve an incorrectly sent or embarrassing e-mail, forwarded notes may still exist and those may never get deleted. With that being said, you should always take caution before sending a sensitive or emotionally-charged e-mail out to co-workers or anyone else for that matter. Just like you've been told to think before you speak, you should think before you send.

4. Revise

   You wouldn't turn in an important essay without revising it first, right? The same care should be taken when writing any business e-mail. It's easy to make mistakes when writing e-mails, and sometimes these errors are overlooked, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't take three minutes to revise what you've written before you send it. Use spell check and other tools to help you get it right the first time, and if that still isn't enough, ask a co-worker to give it a look if they have a couple minutes to spare.

5. Get to the point

   Don't make your reader sort through an essay of an e-mail to find what they're looking for. When writing an important e-mail – get straight to the point. Just like the aforementioned tip to keep e-mails short and sweet, you should address the purpose of the e-mail up front, whether it's to ask a question or give an answer. No one wants to read through an in-depth description of your stomach problems that are preventing you from coming into work; a simple "I'm ill" will do.

1. Limit your abbreviations and emoticons

   Use of abbreviations and emoticons depends greatly on the context of the e-mail and the person you're communicating with, but it's generally a good idea to use them sparingly. If you're new to a job, observe how your co-workers converse in group e-mails before putting smileys and LOLs in your next message.

2. Use sentence case

   Work e-mails don't have to be formal and stuffy, but they should include proper sentence case. That means the first word in a sentence should be capitalized and all other words should be lowercase, unless of course it's a proper noun, acronym, or initial. This is a simple, elementary lesson that should always be applied. And for goodness sakes, DO NOT USE ALL CAPS. See? They're too abrasive and it looks like you're shouting.

3. Refrain from using "Reply to All"

   Young workers should refrain from using "reply to all," unless they're certain others need and want to see their response. Flooding your co-worker's and manager's inbox with your opinion on a previous message is rude and downright annoying. It's generally best to reply to the sender alone and keep your paper trail as small as possible.

4. Keep it informal, but clean

   E-mails, including work ones, don't have to be super formal and scripted. Formal e-mails have a tendency to be awkward and hard to read, but there's also a fine line between informal and sloppy. In other words, your tone can be informal, but your copy should be clean.

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10 Outstanding TED Talks on China

China is such an interesting country to learn about. As the world’s most populous country and the second-largest country by land area, China is poised to be quite powerful, and in many ways already is. These talks take a look at the power, heritage, and curious developments of China, offering intelligent reflections on the country as it has been and will be. Watch these incredible talks for an exploration of hidden China, interesting data, discussions of power, and the people who are changing the country as we know it.

1. Hans Rosling: Let my dataset change your mindset

   Traditional beliefs about the Western world versus the developing world (China) indicate that in countries like the U.S., we enjoy small families and long life spans, while third world and developing countries tend to have large families and short lifespans. But in this talk, Hans Rosling points out that that assumption hasn’t been true for about 50 years, and he charmingly shares the truth of data. Watch as he busts myths with his datasets, especially the idea that economic progress leads to social and health development, an idea that China proved to be amazingly wrong as they applied education, vaccines, and family planning that led to economic development, and not the other way around.

2. Martin Jacques: Understanding the rise of China

   What is so great about China? In this talk, Martin Jacques explains why China is on an incredible rise to power and what’s in store for the country in the future. Be sure to watch what Jacques has to say in order to learn how the Western world can make sense of China’s increasing prominence in the world.

3. Hans Rosling: Asia’s rise — how and when

   Martin Jacques’ talk explains why China is on a rise to power, but Hans Rosling explains how the Asian country will take over the world. Watch this talk to see incredible data charting China’s economic growth, along with Rosling’s prediction for when the country is going to outpace the U.S.

4. Yang Lan: The generation that’s remaking China

   In her talk, Yang Lan explains how a generation of young people in China are changing the country as they are highly connected, urban, and outspoken about injustice. This is increasingly in reaction to the country enjoying a more open means of communication. Lan discusses the triumph of shows that no longer have to follow government-approved scripts, and the fervent use of social media that has been met with much excitement.

5. Yansheng Huang: Does democracy stifle economic growth?

   This TED talk from Yansheng Huang takes a look at an interesting idea in China’s economic growth: whether the country’s authoritarian rule was a deciding factor in economic success. Follow this talk as Huang considers whether democracy might actually hold economies back, and why economists seem to love authoritarian governments.

6. Sylvia Ku: The amazing stories of Chinese-Indians

   In Sylvia Ku’s talk you can learn about the incredible heritage of Chinese-Indians, citizens from China who live and work in India. She offers an interesting look into the life of Chinese people who grew up in India, particularly in Chinatown areas like Tangra, Calcutta, the Chinatown where she lived. Watch her talk and learn about living in the protective bubble of Chinatown and beyond.

7. Carol Chyau: Social Enterprise in China

   Watch Carol Chyau’s talk to get insight into the issue of social enterprise, specifically what social enterprise can do for issues of inequality in China. Chyau explores why rich countries are rich and poor countries stay poor, as well as what the original socialist market economy meant to be. Follow along, and consider how social enterprise can make a difference in China and beyond.

8. Neville Mars: Taming the Beast That is Beijing

   In countries like China, urbanization is growing at an incredible rate. Experts like Neville Mars believe that it might even be spiraling out of control, especially in cities like Beijing. In this talk, Mars seeks to explain how designers can help "tame the beast" and ensure that urbanization continues to be a positive way of growth in China and beyond.

9. Peggy Liu: China as the Cleantech Laboratory of the World

   Cleantech developments are happening around the world, but Peggy Liu points out that China is a country that is poised to make a big difference. Although some may question whether China really wants to go green, Liu argues that China is ready and willing to be an innovator in clean tech. Watch her talk to learn about her vision of China as the clean tech laboratory of the world.

10. Secrettourhk: Why is Hong Kong’s Cultural Desert a Good Thing?

    Worldwide, Hong Kong and China overall are well known for their stereotypes, as references to Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan abound. But this speaker wants to point out the value of the hidden sides of Hong Kong, explaining why Hong Kong’s cultural desert might be a good thing. Watch this talk, and get a look into the secret sides of Hong Kong, as well as the Secrettourhk project that aims to make them known.

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The 9 Coolest Historic Bars Around the World

Going back to before the War of Independence, how many conversations in bars, over a beer, ale, or cider, have possibly inspired revolutions in art or in politics? When you take into account the pubs and cafes across the planet, trying to account for the number of historical dramas that unfolded after a few drinks can be overwhelming. Maybe this is why historical bars are so much fun. You can feel history, or at least imagine that you do, as you enjoy what may be the same bar stool Lord Byron, Ernest Hemmingway, or Jean Lafitte once sat on. Here is a list, by no means comprehensive, of some of the coolest historical bars to be found in the U.S., as well as London and Paris.

1. The Green Dragon Tavern (Boston, MA)

   Established in 1654, The Green Dragon Tavern's website insists the watering hole played a decisive role in the War of Independence, as it was there that plans for the invasion of Lexington and Concorde were overheard, prompting the famous ride of Green Dragon patron Paul Revere. This isn't completely accurate, although in those days, Revere certainly did enjoy a drink or two at the tavern. John Hancock was another famous patron, his brother lived next door. Full bands play onstage now in what is one of the oldest and most popular bars in Boston.

2. The Spaniards Inn (Hampstead, London)

   In London, there are no shortages of pubs and folks who love a good pint. The historic 16th century Spaniards Inn is mentioned in both Charles Dickens' Pickwick Papers and Bram Stoker's Dracula, and served both poets Lord Byron and John Keats, who wrote "Ode to a Nightingale" while sipping a claret. Today, the pub boasts a backyard "dog-friendly beer garden" complete with a dog-wash. It's the perfect spot to read, wash your dog, and enjoy a variety of ales and ciders.

3. Napoleon House (New Orleans, LA)

   Napoleon House, a building that includes a bar, opened up in 1797. The building's first occupant, Nicholas Girod, was mayor of New Orleans from 1812 to 1815. Being a proud French Quarter resident, Girod offered Napoleon himself refuge at the residence in 1821, a gesture that would give the establishment its name. Peeling paint, arched doorways, wood worn surfaces, and a clientele that includes artists, writers, and professional alcoholics, all give Napoleon House its justified charm and historical vibe.

4. McSorley's Old Ale House (New York, NY)

   Many of our county's oldest bars are located in New York City. Established in 1854, located at 15 East 7th street, McSorely's Old Ale House is the city's oldest, continuously operated saloon. It also enjoys the dubious distinction of denying women entrance through its swinging doors until 1970. Abraham Lincoln visited McSorely's, as did Woody Guthrie, and John Lennon (We're not sure if Yoko Ono was allowed in or not.). Visit McSorely's, and you can try to sort out its contradictory history over a draft or two (or three).

5. Harry's New York Bar (Paris)

   Harry's New York Bar is actually located in Paris, France. Originally located in New York City, the bar was dismantled in 1911, and brought over to Rue Daunou Paris in pieces to be rebuilt. Its famous patrons include Coco Chanel, Ernest Hemmingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Jean-Paul Sartre. Some sources say that George Gershwin composed his popular, programmatic orchestral piece "An American in Paris" on the bar's piano. The bar's interior is decorated with American memorabilia, which may or may not be of much interest to the French, but certainly helps 21st century expats feel right at home.

6. The Green Mill (Chicago, IL)

   Located on North Broadway Avenue in Chicago, The Green Mill Jazz Club is a hotspot for hearing jazz in all of it forms, played by musicians both young and old alike. Jam sessions until dawn are not uncommon. The Green Mill was established in 1907, and was a favorite hang of gangster Al Capone, silent comedian Charlie Chaplin, and singer Frank Sinatra. During Prohibition, The Green Mill was a speakeasy, and still has a trapdoor behind the bar leading to tunnels that were used to illegally deliver alcohol.

7. The Jury Room (Columbus, OH)

   There is a lot of history to explore throughout the city of Columbus, a major American test market that is currently enjoying a rep as a foodie's paradise. The Jury Room, located at 22 East Mound Street, was built in 1831, to serve those visiting the Courthouse across the street. It has operated continuously, even through the years of Prohibition, ever since. The building, like most of the historic bars we are listing, is haunted. Indoor lights that are turned off mysteriously come back on, and a back gate that's always locked sometimes squeaks ominously, as if someone is passing through.

8. The Rail Pub (Savannah, GA)

   Everywhere you look in downtown Savannah, you're confronted with history. Since it opened in 1890, The Rail Pub, located at 405 West Congress Street, has operated as a boarding house and a brothel, as its location used to be Savannah's own "Red Light" district. Day laborers used to gather in Franklin Square, across the street from the pub, and wait for work on the railroad. At the end of a day, they would come to The Rail for a drink, thus inspiring its name.

9. Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar (New Orleans, LA)

   This establishment, built between 1722-1732, is named after the privateer (i.e. "pirate"), entrepreneur (i.e. "gangster"), and sailor (i.e. again, "pirate") of the Battle of New Orleans, Jean Lafitte. Located in the French Quarter, and lit mostly by candlelight, Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop features well-priced drinks and plenty free-of-charge "old-world charm." The bar's website indicates it is "the only known watering hole that pre-dates our nation's independence." But what about the aforementioned Green Dragon Tavern which was established in 1654? The answer may be a matter of historical interpretation, best discussed and debated over a drink or two. Cheers!

Taken From Zen College Life

22 Big Reasons to Start a Small Business While Still in School

You’re young, strapped for cash, and totally busy with school. It sounds like a terrible time to start a business, but really, things couldn’t be more perfect. We’re seeing a boom in businesses started in tiny dorm rooms, and there’s a really good reason why: college is an ideal time to get your venture off the ground. With incredible support and resources, a low cost of living, and your life spread out before you, right now is when you should be making the leap. Don’t believe us? Read on, and find 22 compelling reasons to start your dream before you finish your degree.

1. All the cool kids are doing it: Mark Zuckerberg created "The Facebook" as a Harvard sophomore. Bill Gates and Michael Dell both left school behind when it was clear their businesses were taking them to bigger places. Sure, their stories are rarer than the failed ventures that sometimes come out of dorm rooms, but your idea just might be the next million dollar one.
2. You have the time available: Essays, exams, and extracurricular activities may be leaving you with little to no free time these days, but just wait until you have a job, possibly a marriage, kids, and a house. You may not realize it now, but you’re in the glory days of flexibility, so take advantage of it and get your business off the ground now.
3. It is just really cool: In some circles, "I have my own business" is the ultimate pick-up line. But seriously, having your own business at a young age really sets you apart on your resume, with your family, and even socially. People tend to respect those who own their own business.
4. Your professors are an incredible resource: There are few places where you can get more free knowledge and support than college, especially advice of such high quality. Talk to your professors, industry groups on campus, counselors, and more to get expertise and support for starting your business while you’re in school.
5. So are all the school "freebies" you pay for: Sure, they’re in your school fees, but you’re paying for them anyway, why not use them? Computer labs, copy machines, meeting rooms, free wifi, and more are all things you might be taking for granted but will have to pay an arm and a leg to use once you leave campus.
6. Entrepreneurship will give you a crash course in life management: If you’re having trouble keeping up with your grades and time management, being motivated by the possibility of cash just might make you shape up and start doing things right. Having a business just might force you to get organized and be more responsible with your time and money.
7. You might get a break on student loans: Recently-introduced laws on student loans make it possible for you to reduce your monthly payment obligation through your business, freeing up extra cash for getting off the ground and maintaining your finances.
8. You’ll stand out: Lots of young people are jumping in to business, but a college-aged businessperson is still a rare thing, and it can get you some attention. Your sales pitches will stand out because you’re different, and it’s much easier to differentiate yourself at networking events. This is, of course, assuming that you’re presenting yourself professionally.
9. Marketing on campus is crazy cheap: Word-of-mouth marketing is the best kind of advertising that money can’t buy. It’s at the student price of free and spreads like wildfire if you’ve got something exciting going on. Get your buddies on board and you can spread the word on campus and beyond.
10. It’s a great experience, even if you fail: That’s right, even if your small business blows up in your face, it’s a testament to your character that you even gave it a shot. Entrepreneurship shows that you’re creative, driven, and confident, all things that employers can respect.
11. Cheap labor is readily available: Help with your business tasks is typically not much farther than a case of beer and some pizza. Your friends may eventually tire of pitching in a lot for little reward, but almost-free labor is a great resource for getting off the ground.

12. Loyal partners surround you as well: Starting in college when you and your buddies have the time and energy to commit to a business means that you can enjoy a high level of commitment with employees and partners that are likely to stick around even after graduation.
13. You have fresh ideas: It’s sad, but true: after a few years working in a cubicle farm, your creativity and drive are almost certainly going to be dampened. In college, you are (hopefully) not yet jaded by the realities of working life, and you can take advantage of your open, fearless, and exciting opportunities unburdened.
14. There are college budget friendly businesses: While some businesses are capital-intensive, others are time intensive, and these are the ones where college entrepreneurs can really hit their stride. There are legitimate businesses that you can start for about $20, including housesitting and tutoring.
15. You just might make some cash: Chances are, you’re not exactly rolling in cash as a college student. But if you can create an effective business, you just might be able to actually earn some income in between classes. Do a great job, and you can pay off student loans early, graduating from school debt free.
16. Good luck finding a job otherwise: The job market is terrible these days, but not for entrepreneurs who make their own fortune. While your friends schlep their resume over the entire Internet and stand in line at unemployment, you can enjoy controlling your own future.
17. You may never have to work a corporate day in your life: As most college students prepare for a life of corporate drudgery, successful college business owners can rest easy in the fact that they can skip over the corporate world and go on to the exciting world of entrepreneurship.
18. It’s much easier to recover from mistakes: Even if you lose everything you own to your business, you’re probably still about on par with your peers. You can take a major financial hit, and even do some damage to your credit, but still have time to recover and get things right before major life events arrive.
19. You can live in your mom’s basement: OK, not everyone really wants to take advantage of this, but let’s be serious: it is amazingly cheap to move back home if you just can’t make ends meet while you’re launching a business. It’s lame now, but much less weird than if you tried to do it about 10 years from now.
20. An amazing network is waiting for you: Your college friends represent an incredible support system for your business. Chat up your friends in marketing, ask for website help from your computer science buddies, and get your most outgoing friends to help you gather clients and do market research.
21. Everyone wants to help: It’s not just professors and classmates who are willing to pitch in; major organizations offer resources as well. Last year, PayPal gave 20 teams representing entrepreneurs under 20 $100,000 fellowships for funding their big ideas. And they’re not the only ones. Often, colleges themselves will put on contests and grants for those brave enough to claim them.
22. You might not ever do it later: Putting things off until later is a great way to never actually get them done. Don’t wait to finish college to start your business, seize the day right now.

Taken From Online Universities