The Computer Group Sports Betting Syndicate (Billy Walters)

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What made the Computer Group’s sports betting approach so successful in the 1980s? Why did the FBI come after it? The Computer Group sports betting syndicate revolutionized gambling through sophisticated computer modeling. Their system analyzed multiple factors in sports matchups to identify and exploit inaccurate betting lines, achieving an impressive 60% win rate and generating millions in profits. Keep reading to learn about this pioneering group from the perspective of gambler Billy Walters.

The 2 Biggest Reasons Why You Should Get to Know Someone

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Why is getting to know someone so vital to our well-being? How can you improve your moral character and society at the same time? According to David Brooks, there are two reasons why getting know people is important. Knowing other people is a moral act that helps us develop our character as individuals, and it’s also a social act that can help us reverse negative changes in the modern world. Let’s take a closer look at both of these ideas. 

2 Key Business Metrics That Reveal Your Company’s Health

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What makes the difference between companies that consistently hit their goals and those that fall short? Which metrics should you track to ensure your business stays on course? Understanding key business metrics is fundamental to achieving sustainable growth and success. Verne Harnish’s Mastering the Rockefeller Habits provides a framework for measuring financial health and tracking progress toward company goals, emphasizing both profitability indicators and target metrics. Continue reading to discover how tracking the right numbers can transform your business performance.

How to Execute Your Vision: Expert Advice From Michael Hyatt

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How does a business vision turn into a reality? How can leaders ensure their companies stay innovative and adaptable in a changing market? From creating cascading strategies to understanding when to pivot, the successful implementation of your vision demands both careful planning and flexibility. Michael Hyatt’s approach breaks down this complex process into manageable steps while preparing leaders for inevitable market changes. Keep reading for Michael Hyatt’s advice on how to execute your vision from his book The Vision Driven Leader.

How Overindulging Parents Create Self-Centered Children

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Do you feel guilty when you don’t give your child something they want? How can you raise selfless children? According to psychotherapist Amy Morin, overindulging parents do more harm to their children than good. Even if the intentions are good, giving your child everything they want will turn them into a self-centered adult one day. Here’s why you shouldn’t feel guilty for telling your child “no.”

Ed Mylett on Leadership: 5 Ways to Bring Out the Best in Others

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What makes someone an exceptional leader? How can you inspire and empower others to reach their highest potential? Ed Mylett’s leadership philosophy centers on helping others surpass their perceived limitations. His approach combines practical strategies with the understanding that anyone can develop leadership skills through dedication and practice. Read on to discover five ways to transform your leadership style and create lasting change in your organization and the lives of those you lead.

How to Write Affirmations for Yourself: Stick to Positivity

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Do affirmations actually work? How can you adopt a mindset that radiates positive energy? While you’re envisioning what you want to achieve in the future, you need to think about what’s standing in your way. To overcome these blocks, you may find that writing affirmations will help. Find out how to write affirmations for yourself to get around mental blocks.

How Social Conditions Hardwire Us for Disease and Trauma

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What role does society play in trauma? What social conditions can harm your physical and mental health? In his book The Myth of Normal, Gabor Maté describes how certain deeply ingrained structures in Western society like racism, misogyny, and capitalism instill and reinforce trauma. These factors don’t just shape our societies—they have tangible, harmful effects on our physical and mental health.  Here’s a look at the role that society can play in trauma.

Billy Walters in Prison: Why He Went & What He Learned

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What’s it like to go from being a successful businessman to serving time in federal prison? How can someone turn a devastating setback into an opportunity for growth and positive change? Billy Walters’s prison experience transformed his perspective on life and sparked a passion for helping others. His journey from convicted insider trader to prison reform advocate reveals powerful insights about redemption, family bonds, and second chances. Keep reading to discover how Walters’s time behind bars opened up his life to good things.