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BILLIE EILISH: THE ESSENTIAL FAN GUIDE

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OUR SUMMER

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MUST-HAVES ROUND UP

Traci Bourque Johannson and Her

Three Sons Strive to Make the World a Better Place!

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08 | Our Summer Beauty

Must-Haves Round Up

Education

10 | How Are We Equipping Students to Succeed in Science?

12 | Students Emerge as Leaders During COVID-19 Through Service Learning 14 | Tips to Pay for Your Upcoming College Costs

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18 | Introducing Billie Eilish:

The Essential Fan Guide 46 | Beautyque NYC is Reinventing Retail Experience for Customers 64 | 4 Reasons to Support Your Local Bakery This Summer

Entertainment

22 | Top Kids-Themed

STYLISH WITH JEWELRY FROM OLIVIA & PEARL

68 | Flavor Fusion 72 | How to Clean Up Your Summer

Grilling Game 74 | Swerve® Reveals New Carb-Conscious, Better-For-You Brownie Mix 76 | Taste of Summer

Health & Wellness

80 | How to Treat Today’s

Exclusive Interview

Lifestyle

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38 | Hailey Weiner Introduces

Heiress Beverly Hills 42 | Tammy Hembrow Launches Originals Collection

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Most Common Skin Issues

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FASHION EDITORIAL

82 | Great Online Content Can Let You ‘Visit’ a Museum This Summer 84 | Thinking About Becoming a Freelancer?

6 Things to Consider Before Making the Jump 86 | 5 Ways to Help Pollinators Flourish

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OUR PUBLISHER’S NOTE beacon of hope for our community, and we’re thrilled to be moving our operation toward a better tomorrow despite the circumstances surrounding COVID-19.

Over the past few weeks, there has been concentrated focus on improving racial equality. Racial equality occurs when individuals and institutions give equal opportunities to people of all races. In other words, regardless of physical traits such as skin color, everyone is treated equality particularly from legal, moral, and other societal perspectives; quite simply “we love our neighbors as ourselves”. We’re profoundly moved by so many stories we get to hear of selfless service in our communities, and it’s so comforting to see challenging times bring out the best in many.

The Teen InFluential family is a small business, and we consider our staff family. We want to thank our advertisers and partners for making this edition possible, and for helping to keep us afloat. Again, we’re touched by so many who are moved to expand beyond themselves and think about others in an effort to embrace, understand, and accept differences as the spice that makes life so much more colorful, interesting, happy, and fulfilling.

Hello Teen InFluential Family, We’re continuing our journey through challenging times.

There’s no way anyone could’ve predicted with accuracy we’d ever experience a world-wide pandemic playing out during our lifetime. Our compassionate and empathetic hearts continue to go out to those whose families have been impacted.

I do my best to remain positive, though increasingly challenging, as the situation has resulted in months of uncertainty. Like many, our team has experienced several challenges, and has had to learn and incorporate new ways to conduct our regular business. We remain committed to doing whatever we must to continue to serve as a

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We’ve been missing you at all the meaningful community and philanthropic events, and we look forward to gathering again soon. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your precious lives. From our Family to yours, we wish you good health and prosperity!

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OurSummerBeauty MUST-HAVES ROUND UP

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elcome to Summer 2020!

We’ve rounded up a few exciting Summer Beauty MustHaves sure to keep you looking and feeling your absolute best. We invite you to come aboard!

1. For Face Starry Eyes from Popmask This self-heating eye mask allows you to close your eyes and drift into a beautiful la la land for 20 minutes. In that time, the mask will reduce eye puffiness, leaving you feeling refreshed and renewed. It starts warming within 30 seconds and the heat lasts 20 minutes. $5 per mask at CVS “Beauty on the go “checkout barriers.

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MyCHELLE Dermaceutials: Repair and protect your skin from UV rays and sun damage by using this reef-friendly, mineral based SPF sun care enriched with antioxidant fortified ingredients.

Also, now available at Ulta.com. This line is also the only sun care brand named with the prestigious Clean Label Project(R) Certification this year.

When it comes to skincare and sun care, MyCHELLE is at the forefront of scientific innovation, environmental advocacy, and an ethical and sustainable approach to wellness and beauty. Not only are the products free of parabens, petroleum, phthalates, silicones, sulfates, ureas, and artificial fragrances and colors, but the entire sun care line was tested for 150+ contaminants that are not regulated by the FDA.

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Aú Natural Skinfood: This clean line out of New Zealand has a FANTASTIC On the Go Brush On Foundation with SPF - it’s a brush-on mineral powder with broad spectrum SPF 25 sunscreen. Naturalizations, oil-free & non comedogenic.

It also reduces redness and improves the appearance of the skin.

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2. For Hair Popband features amazing, adorable hair ties and headbands that don’t hurt and look cute.

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SOPHI nail polish allows healthconscious women to have a worry-free, yet long-lasting manicure. Non-toxic, virtually odorless nail polish that is better than 9 or 16 free, because it’s free of ALL harsh chemicals. This water-based formula leaves nails healthy and doesn’t cause them to yellow or become brittle.

Plus, SOPHi is cruelty-free + vegan. Use with SOPHi Prime + Shine + Seal System for best wear – it’s a MUST HAVE with SOPHi nail polish. Since this water-based polish doesn’t have any harsh chemicals, this Primer + Sealer and Shine Topcoat duo gives the polish lasting power (for completely non-toxic manis.)

Zum Bar Goat’s Milk Soap -- Goat’s milk has a pH that is very close to that of skin, so it keeps oils in balance and won’t dry out your skin, which is especially helpful when you’re washing your hands multiple times a day. Of course, these beautiful bars with their signature “wavy” shape and marbled swirls of color aren’t just for hands – they’re super moisturizing and use essential oils to turn your shower into an aromatherapy session. They come in dozens of scents, from the ultra-popular frankincense and myrrh to anise-lavender and lime-basil.

Zum Mist – Not technically for cleaning, but many love this multi-tasking body and room spray. It can be used for shoer aromatherapy, a hair refresher, linen spray, air, and room freshener, and contains only purified water, essential oils, and vegetable glycerin – no chemical emulsifiers. l

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With the right online platforms, teachers can continue students’ science learning outside of school.

Scientists across the world are charging forward in the fight to prevent and treat COVID-19. And they’re harnessing the latest tech and science as they press down on the accelerator at a speed unattainable to date.

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ut another fight is also playing out during this unprecedented challenge: the urgent need to educate young people while schools remain closed. As science dominates headlines and dinner conversations, it’s integral that all young people better understand and appreciate science and

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SucceedinScience? the role it plays in society. Science literacy can no longer be a luxury or an add-on in an age when it should be embedded into how every sector responds to complex challenges.

The Shift to Remote Learning For many young people, their first introduction to science at school is through teachers, who clearly deserve appreciation and the deepest thanks right now. Yet as teachers everywhere - 63 million primary and secondary teachers around the world, according to UN News - have had to rapidly transition to online learning to reach the 1.2 billion children currently out of school around the world, many don’t have the resources and support they need to teach successfully.

Among schools in the United States, teachers in the most economically disadvantaged districts are least likely to be able to provide online learning opportunities for all students, according to Education Week. Today’s school closures magnify the inequities that were always present in society and schooling before COVID-19.

So how can science teachers, far from their classrooms, best encourage a scientific mindset that is needed now more than ever to understand the world? One solution is LabXchange, an online community for learning, sharing and collaboration. This free platform,

launched by Harvard University and the Amgen Foundation, makes science accessible to hundreds of thousands of high school and college students.

Online Science Platforms Support Teachers

Meeting Teachers’ and Students’ Needs

Well-designed programs should put teachers in the driver’s seat. In-person lab programs like the 30-year-old Amgen Biotech Experience have laid a strong groundwork for how best to reach students, especially those in underserved communities, by engaging them in science. While technology is best used to complement or supplement in-person instruction, the Amgen Biotech Experience labs are now available virtually through LabXchange, showing how an online experience can be used to teach lab skills remotely.

LabXchange’s virtual simulations remove barriers of expensive equipment, safety issues, and the extra time teachers need to prepare materials for school labs, which is beneficial now more than ever when teachers are shifting how they deliver science education. Free, comprehensive online platforms like LabXchange, Khan Academy and others can meaningfully advance students’ learning and interest in science, even With new online platforms, science when they aren’t at school. teachers can remix high-quality, curated resources into customized learning “When young people learn science, pathways for different groups of stuthey need to be able to make mistakes, dents with different needs. Teachers can to be creative, to try something again also embed their own content along and again by experimenting without with assessments to gauge their stuworrying about breaking something,” dents’ learning and understanding. says Dr. Scott Heimlich, vice president of the Amgen Foundation.

A Scientific Mindset For science to be accessible to all, “Failure is an inherent part of the especially now, the world needs more scientific process, but too often the way forward-looking educational technology science is taught in school leaves no time that gives teachers and students the for mistakes or creativity or play,” Heimlich tools they need to foster a scientific says. “Even with its limits, technology can mindset. All around us today, scientists indeed support teachers to meet their are leveraging the most powerful lesson goals by embedding our latest tools and platforms in the fight against understanding of how students lean into this virus. Science teachers - and their the design process.” students - deserve the same. (BPT) l

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Teen STUDENTS EMERGE AS LEADERS DURING COVID-19 As learning has gone virtual to curb the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, educators and parents have been left with a pressing concern: how will this experience impact social and emotional development?

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he pandemic is having profound effects on children’s mental wellbeing, their social development, their safety, their privacy, their economic security and beyond,” a policy brief by the United Nations stated. “While children are not the face of this pandemic, its broader impacts on children risk being catastrophic and amongst the most lasting consequences for societies as a whole.”

While maintaining progress in core subject areas is imperative, a curriculum that develops leadership skills is equally essential to ensure that emotional development continues virtually.

An independent research study commissioned by Lead4Change found that stu-

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dents who completed the Lead4Change Student Leadership Program experienced tangible emotional growth. The program involves lessons in leadership, as well as creating and implementing team projects to meet a need in the community. Those

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that completed the program experienced significant changes in leadership skills (60 percent of students improved), respect for others (54 percent) and ambition and innovation (53 percent). Programs of this nature can be completed virtually by adapting

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viceLearning “Being an adult leader for the Corona Relief Crew has caused a paradigm shift in how I view youth strength and their ability to lead,” educator Dr. Cleopatra Lacewell shared. “This experience has taught me when students have wellorganized plans, identified goals and established team structures, they can then perform as stellar leaders with minimum support.” projects to address current concerns, and they can not only succeed without physical contact, but offer unique challenges that help students to grow as leaders.

Students at Mohave High School in Bullhead City, Ariz. reconsidered their project when quarantine began, creating a readaloud library of developmentally appropriate books for preschoolers. With high schoolers reading preschoolers books and teaching them literacy and social development skills, this resource allowed an early childhood program to continue virtually.

“The students developed a ‘can do attitude’ while working collaboratively to

adapt to their new normal,” said teacher, Michele Leyendecker. “With so much uncertainty, this project truly gave them purpose.” The “T-Bird Readers” team was awarded Lead4Change’s grand prize, a $10,000 grant for a nonprofit of their choice.

The Corona Relief Crew was also honored with Lead4Change’s $10,000 grand prize for their initiative. For more information about the Lead4Change Student Leadership Program, visit lead4change.org.

In Garner, N.C., students participated in service learning and emerged as community leaders by directly addressing the local impact of the pandemic. The “Corona Relief Crew” collaborated with volunteers and vendors to create and distribute kits with essential food and supplies for the homeless and those in nursing homes who have been severely impacted by the pandemic.

While distance learning’s impact on students’ education has been unprecedented, this disruption also has presented a unique opportunity for students to overcome obstacles and grow as leaders. With a service-learning project, students can gain a sense of purpose, lead real change in their local community and maintain a sense of unity that is integral during challenging times. (StatePoint) l

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Teen TIPS TO PAY FOR YOUR UPCOMING

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ver four in ten undergraduate students are now concerned about their ability to pay for college, and feel the pandemic has impacted their academics, mental health and financial well-being, according to a recent College Ave Student Loans survey conducted by Barnes & Noble College Insights. Additionally, the survey found that many students are also worried about how the pandemic may affect their parent’s ability to pay.

If you fall into this category, consider these options for managing college costs:

• Scholarships: If scholarships were not part of your previous college payment plan, consider researching and applying to those you qualify for now. This “free” money option can alleviate some of the burden of a tuition bill without requiring any repayment on your part down the line. Don’t assume it’s too late to apply. There are many scholarship opportunities with rolling deadlines.

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Side gigs: Parents and students alike can consider earning some extra income through the gig economy.

Whether that’s tutoring, freelancing, or opening a store on a site like Etsy, there are a number of ways to bring in extra cash.

• Bite-size bills: If paying college tuition in a lump sum is no longer feasible for your family, find out whether your school offers an installment plan.

Even if this option was not offered during previous academic years, the bursar’s office may have changed its

policy in these unusual times. Be sure you understand the terms of the plan, as there may be fees or interest charges.

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Private student loans: After exhausting scholarships and grant options, seek out federal loans in the student’s name first, since these come with low rates and unique benefits such as income-based repayment plans only found with federal student loans.

If these options don’t adequately cover all your college costs, private student loans are another option to fill the gap.

Weigh this decision carefully. A student loan calculator, taking into account the number of years you are in school, the loan amount and the loan term, can be an invaluable tool in understanding what you can afford and if you should borrow to pay for college.

Heading off to college is exciting, and a time full of endless possibilities.

However, circumstances have changed for many American families over the past several months as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and you may be wondering how you will pay your upcoming college tuition bill and other school-related costs.

There are several private student loan options available at College Ave Student Loans, for example, including private parent loans. Their student loan application, which takes just three minutes to complete, offers an instant credit decision, so there is no period of uncertainty. To learn more, visit collegeavestudentloans.com.

“While you may have some uncertainty about the future, there are concrete steps your family can take to confidently tackle your upcoming college tuition bill, book expenses, housing costs and other school fees,” says Joe DePaulo, cofounder and CEO of College Ave Student Loans. (StatePoint) l

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BILLIE EILISH: THE ESSENTIAL FAN GUIDE We’re thrilled to announce a new book that will thrill Billie Eilish fans everywhere.

Billie Eilish: The Essential Fan Guide (Weldon Owen) was released in June to adoring fans everywhere.

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illie Eilish: The Essential Fan Guide tells the story of one of the most unique and exciting pop stars on the planet. Through lively text and brilliant pictures, it follows the rise and rise of Billie from bedroom singer to festival headliner with the No. 1 album in the world, detailing her songwriting process, her life in the spotlight, and how she developed her unique sense of style. Filled with quotes from Billie and her closest collaborators, discussing fame, fashion, fans and more, this book takes fans onstage, into the studio and behind the scenes with the most hyped artist of her generation.

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School is out and Summer is here and you’re probably wondering about entertainment selections.

If this were 2019, parents would be currently labeling kids’ clothes and water bottles and getting them ready for camp, but its 2020, and the families need something to do this summer.

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hen it’s too hot outside and families are ready to relax (or need an hour or two to clean house or cook dinner) we urge you to download one of these titles to own and enjoy. All titles are now available to own at major digital retailers, including iTunes, Amazon Prime, VUDU, and GooglePlay.

Top Picks of the Summer Season: LEGO® Scooby-Doo!: Blowout Beach Bash Scooby-Doo! and his pals Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Shaggy are no strangers to solving mysteries.

This time is no different. As Scooby-Doo! and his friends are on their way to Blowout Beach for a real swinging beach party in the Mystery Machine, the Ghost Pirates threaten to ruin the gang’s

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good vibes. It’s up to Scooby and the gang to get the party back on track, without missing a beat.

LEGO® Scooby-Doo!: Blowout Beach Bash is now available on Digital, Blu-Ray, & DVD and is fun for the whole family to enjoy. So, grab your Scooby Snacks, and get on the case for some fun in the sun with your friends from Mystery, Inc.

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The Jetson’s & WWE: Robo-WrestleMania

LEGO DC Batman Family Matters

WWE Superstars Big Show®, Alicia Fox™, Roman Reigns®, Seth Rollins® and Sheamus® team up with George, Elroy, and the rest of the Jetsons gang to save Orbit City from the wrestle-bot army.

Suspicion is on high after Batman, Batgirl, Robin and other DC Super Heroes receive mysterious invitations. However, family values must remain strong when Batman and his team encounter the villainous Red Hood, who is obsessed with destroying the Bat-family and all of Gotham City.

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Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!

Unikitty! (3 seasons)

The original animated classic based on Dr. Seuss’ story of a jungle elephant named xHorton who teaches us what it means to be a true friend, now paired with newly remastered Horton Hatches the Egg. Hearing a faint cry for help from a floating speck of dust, Horton finds a tiny planet of Whos living there.

Though he can’t see them, he hears them for sure and puts his safety on the line for the microscopic inhabitants. Dr. Seuss and animation giant Chuck Jones reteamed on this award-winning family-viewing treasure.

Transporting viewers to a joyous kingdom full of sparkle matter, happy thoughts and the occasional rage-out, this animated series follows Unikitty!, the beloved character from The LEGO® Movie, and a whole cast of friends into a world full of adventure, excitement, and dance parties. Through it all, Unikitty! and her friends make sure that every day is the happiest and most creative ever. l

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Traci Bourque Johannson is the Co-Founder and CEO of 3SonsFoods, LLC. She’s a single mom of three teenage boys ranging in ages from 12-17, who also happen to be her business partners.

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heir debut sauce, Diablo Verde, was originally sold as a fundraiser for rhino conservation which turned into a family business. In just under three years the company has won numerous awards, including Grand Champion for HEB’s Quest for Texas Best, raised over $4,700 and brought awareness to the issue effecting the rhino species. Diablo Verde is carried in over 250 stores throughout Texas, sold in stores in Colorado, Mississippi, and Alabama. They have a successful online commerce business, and are currently expanding their wholesale market throughout the United States. This summer, 3SonsFoods is excited to be launching their newest sauce, Diablo Vegan. Diablo Vegan is a dairy free, animal free, creamy cilantro sauce that will benefit wolf conservation.

Traci has been featured on ABC, KPRC, KHOU, FOX, Houston Chronicle, and Katy Times, among others. Traci and her sons are currently featured in a HEB commercial highlighting Diablo Verde and their journey to winning Grand Champion for HEB Quest for Texas Best. Starting with her careers in the performing arts and real estate industries, Traci is known for her entrepreneurial spirit, as well as her, excellent work ethic, positive spirit, drive, and passion for exceeding her goals. Traci is extremely proud to be in business with her sons and takes great pride in teaching them all about how entrepreneurship can make the world a better place by giving back.

It was awesome learning firsthand about the Johannson family of successful entrepreneurs and I’m honored to bring their riveting story to our readers of Teen InFluential.

William Jackson: Tell us about your remarkable business partners?

Traci Bourque Johannson: My business partners, are the most handsome, hardworking, and smart candidates I could locate to start this fabulous business. Fortunately, since they happen to be my kids, they didn’t mind signing up for this crazy journey with me and working for no pay for a long time.

Ayden, who is 17 years old, is the serious, quiet one in our group. He heads up shipping, wolf conservation, and is the voice of reason in 3SonsFoods.

Luke, the comedian of the group, is 15 years old. He makes sure we all have fun during all the hard work it takes to build

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a business brick by brick. Just be careful, one of those bricks might be thrown through the game room window by Luke, a Bull in a china shop kind of guy. Luke oversees inventory and rhino conservation. George, who is 12 years old, is a budding artist; creative and intelligent.

George acts as my mini me. Product development, marketing, business development, and social media; whatever needs to be done, George will rise to the occasion. He also has a passion for marine life conservation.

William: Traci, you and your sons are creating multi awardwinning products. You make business ownership look so easy. Tell us more about how your family got started. Was there always an interest in food?

Traci: Product development is NOT easy but good to know we make it look easy. There are many sleepless nights thinking of the correct amount of cilantro, heat levels of jalapenos, and fresh squeezed lime juice, but I do have a passion for food so it’s all part of why our sauce is so addictive and delicious. I personally love food and love food as medicine, and I’ve always taught the boys what effects, good and bad, food will have on their bodies.

All the boys cook, and we all started this business making sauce at night in our own kitchen as a fundraiser. When we decided to become a real business, the boys and I’d go to the commercial kitchen and work all day and night to make Diablo Verde. It’s been an amazing journey full of lots of hard work.

William: What makes you most proud of your sons?

Traci: Their work ethic and commitment to making a difference in the world through entrepreneurship.

William: How do you keep them engaged and excited about the business?

Traci: There’s no other choice (LOL). We’ve made a commitment and our Core Value as a Family and a Business is to be a person of your word.

William: Have you noticed each has begun to develop his own business expertise?

Traci: Yes. George has started a business on Goat reselling shoes, and if it wasn’t for his love of cool shoes, and sometimes keeping his inventory for himself, he would’ve made a bit more

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is the Co-Founder and CEO of 3SonsFoods, LLC. She’s a single mom of three teenage boys ranging in ages from 12-17, who also happen to be her business partners.

Their debut sauce, Diablo Verde, was originally sold as a fundraiser for rhino conservation which turned into a family business.

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How unique was it, as a family run business, when dealing retailers, suppliers, and other applicable entities at the start of your business?

Traci: Though there are many family businesses in every industry, there aren’t many kid-owned businesses. 3SonsFoods has competed in many salsa competitions, and that is when we really excel. Most salsa companies at these competitions are owned by men, usually a group of men, and sometimes a husband and wife. Then there’s us. Suburban Mom and her three boys in tow. We used to get some sideways glances, and now that we have a few trophies in tow, we receive more respect. However, we’re NEVER invited to any after ‘get togethers’ for a cold one.

As for dealing with retailers, vendors, and our suppliers, they all love to have the kids as a part of the process. I believe everyone with whom we come into contact through business is supportive and happy to be a teacher on our journey. Behind the scenes, the boys have learned much about negotiating different personalities in business, and the simple truth that we’re not all using the same play book in life. However, we’ll stay true to being people of our word and pride ourselves on offering the best customer service always.

William: How important is the name?

Traci: So important we’ve trademarked it.

William: Do things like mascots help with that?

Traci: I do refer to Diablo Verde as my 4th child or Green Boyfriend. As a kid-owned business, it was important to us to have an approachable Devil. The Diablo represents the

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who is 17 years old, is the serious, quiet one in our group. He heads up shipping, wolf conservation, and is the voice of reason in 3SonsFoods.

George, who is 12 years old, is a budding artist; creative and intelligent.

George acts as my mini me.

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Traci:We own 100% of our company, through being very conservative about how we spend our money we’ve built our company steadily and stayed debt free. We work hard to pay everything on time, and we know creating a good rating with Dun and Bradstreet is important to our future growth.

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the comedian of the group, is 15 years old.

He makes sure we all have fun during all the hard work it takes to build a business brick by brick.

spiciness of our sauce, even though it’s not going to make you cry. How we explain being a Christian family with a product with Devil in the name is two ways. First, we’re Christians with a sense of humor and secondly, since our goal is to save animals from extinction, we are doing God’s work.

William: Is advertising crucially important or secondary?

Traci: In any business, communicating to the consumer who you are and how your product can benefit their lives, is crucial.

We’re lucky, to have a raving fan base and Diablo Fans word of mouth is the best form of advertisement.

William: Your company’s Vision is “To make the world a better place through Entrepreneurship by manufacturing and selling healthy, all-natural great tasting food!” Tell us what is most important about this Vision?

Traci: Our family’s preference is to eat healthy, and all natural.

We believe making the world a better place is not only about saving endangered species, but by using foods in their natural state, without chemicals and additives, and this too, makes the world a better place.

William: One challenge of growing a food business are the many, every changing dietary preferences of consumers.

You also have unique insights into consumer behavior.

What trends are you seeing?

Traci: Of course, Gluten Free, Keto Friendly has recently been added to our marketing, and vegan. Since I’m also a consumer and lover of food, it’s not hard to stay updated. What is important to me and my family’s health will most likely be important to other consumers.

William: How do we get people to reflect on nutrition where money is also involved; what ís the balance?

Traci: Currently, in our society we’re seeing good nutrition is a luxury. Processed food with added flavorings and food chemicals is easier and cheaper to produce. We believe the more the consumer is educated about the effects of the food they are intaking, the better choices they’ll make, hopefully resulting in better health. For us, I’d rather spend money on buying blueberries that lower your risk of cancer and heart disease then buying highly processed food and medicine to combat the effects of an unhealthy diet.

William: Name a food trend you believe hasn’t peaked yet and might be the next big thing.

Traci: Clearly, cooking more at home has been true since March and in our current COVID-19 lives it’ll most likely continue. Hopefully, more people will look at food as preventative medicine.

William: Where else is there room for improvement in the industry as a whole right now?

Traci: Honestly, there are many things that can be improved.

From removing the ability for food companies to include chemicals and additives into our food, to making it mandatory all animals sold for consumption shall be raised cage free and free

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range. Our health is causally related to what we’re putting into our bodies. Every time a consumer decides to buy preservative free, all natural, cage free, range free, no added additives, they’re letting the industry know what they want and demand for a better life.

William: As a business leader, what advice would you give to local business leaders?

Traci: Visualizing is the key to making your dreams a reality.

William: Do you have any non-negotiables for when it comes to family time for allowing you all to slow down and not get caught up in the daily frenzy?

Traci: Dinner is spent together most evenings. As a busy working single Mom, I make it a point to stop somewhere throughout my day, make eye contact with each boy, and listen to what they’re saying. It’s not unusual for me to make an appointment on my calendar to spend one of one time with them. I’m a bit of a workaholic, so running a business with my boys demands

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we spend time together, and with these crazy kids, it often turns into fun. The other day, I stopped work, told all my deadlines to give me an hour, “I promised the boys we’d paint the floor” See, we were getting rid of our 16 year-old carpet that weekend, so we spray painted it as a way to say goodbye to the old carpet.

William: Have there been any consequences for 3SonsFoods, LLC because of the shutdown of the U.S. government?

Traci: When people go through stressful times, reaching out to a comfort food can help. Diablo Verde makes a great enchilada sauce, or sauce for pasta, on top of chicken it’s versatile and comforting. So, we saw a surge in orders during the initial shutdown.

William: What is your morning ritual? Nighttime ritual?

Traci: Morning sets the tone for our entire day. For me, my morning routine creates a positive momentum, and helps me combat the craziness I call my life. Coffee, yoga, and active meditation which I achieve through long distance running inspires my creativity,

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problem solving, and obtaining focus. Since this is the only alone time, I’m able to steal sometimes, it helps me deal with the stress of the constant interruption that living and working with three teenage boys can create. Nighttime is a bit of television, yoga, bed, and reading; however, if I can’t sleep, you’ll find me with a laptop just trying to get a few more things completed. I’ve been woken up several times by George folding up my computer, so clearly there’s room for improvement in my nighttime routine.

William: Who would you invite to your dream dinner party?

Traci: Ellen, Oprah, the boys, my best friends, and our team.

William: What does community mean to you and how has it supported you, your family, and your business?

Traci: We wouldn’t be where we are today without the support of our friends, neighbors, and Diablo Fans. We feel so blessed to have had the support of so many and thank God every day for every person we’ve met along the way.

William: Traci, how do you impress upon your young sons the value of education and the importance of being positive, contributing members of the community?

Traci: The value of education is important to me as a mother.

I didn’t complete my college education; however, I’ve continued to educate myself. In today’s world, with the internet at our fingers, education is easily achieved and important in everything we do. College is in my son’s future, but they also know it’s not mandatory. Continuous education, on the other hand, is mandatory throughout life.

“Integrity is doing the right things when no one is watching”, is a quote from C.S. Lewis and a lesson I learned from my friends which I’ve instilled in my sons. Helping others and contributing to our community and our global community is ingrained in who we are. There are no other options. Learn more about 3SonsFoods, LLC at ww.3sonsfoods.com. l

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Teen Easy Diablo Enchiladas Ingredients • 1 1⁄2 lb cooked chicken, or shrimp • 9 corn or wheat tortillas • 1lb shredded Monterey jack cheese • 1 Jar Diablo Verde Creamy Cilantro Sauce • 1 tablespoon of oil • 10x8 pan Steps • Preheat oven to 350 degrees • Lightly oil pan • Layer the following in pan: o tortillas, o chicken, o 4 oz. Diablo Verde Creamy Cilantro Sauce o cheese • Repeat layers • Top with tortillas and the remaining Salsa Diablo Verde, • Cover with foil and cook for 25 min at 350 degrees • Uncover, add Monterey jack cheese and cook at 350 for an additional 5 minutes

Diablo Bacon Brussels Sprouts Ingredients • 12 oz of Brussels Sprouts cut in half • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 2 teaspoons butter • 2 garlic cloves • 1/4 cup chopped onion • 1/4 cup of chopped bacon • 1/4 cup chia seeds (optional) • 1/2 a jar of Diablo Verde Steps • Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil over medium high heat • Add Brussels Sprouts lower heat to medium until Brussels Sprouts soften • Add bacon • Stir in Diablo Verde while on low heat

Steps • Oil baking dish, and place salmon, cover with foil • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes • Take out of the oven, pour Salsa Diablo Verde on top, put back into the oven uncovered for 5 minutes

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Diablo Salmon Ingredients • 2 lb filet of salmon seasoned with salt and pepper • Olive oil • 1⁄2 jar of Diablo Verde Creamy Cilantro Sauce

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Ingredients • 32oz peeled wild caught shrimp (marinated w/ salt, pepper & • garlic powder) • 1 green bell pepper (5 oz) • 1 red bell pepper (5 oz) • 1 squash (12 oz) • 1 zucchini (12 oz) • 4 gloves of garlic • 1 1/3 cup Diablo Verde Creamy Cilantro Sauce Steps • Sauté shrimp until fully cooked, drain any excess liquid

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Sauce with 4 ounces of balsamic vinegar • Toss all vegetables into a bowl and toss with Diablo Verde and vinegar mix.

• Enjoy! May be served over a half an avocado

Fish Tacos with Diablo Slaw Diablo Verde Coleslaw Ingredients • 1 Medium Purple Cabbage (sliced in strips) • 3 Medium Carrots (Shredded) • Chopped Celery (to taste, 3-5 stalks) • 4 oz. Diablo Verde Creamy Cilantro Sauce • 4 oz. Balsamic Vinegar • Salt and Pepper to taste • Chopped Radishes (optional) • Black Beans (optional • Corn Kernels (optional) Steps • Mix together 4 ounces of your favorite Diable Verde Creamy Cilantro

• 2 cups shredded purple cabbage • 1 cup shredded carrots • 3 radishes chopped thinly • 1 cup corn kernels Steps • Whisk together olive oil, lime juice and spices in a bowl.

• Add cod, tossing until evenly coated.

Let marinate 15 min. Meanwhile, make slaw--In a large bowl, whisk together Diablo Verde and balsamic vinegar.

Stir in cabbage, corn, cilantro, radishes, carrots. Season with salt and pepper.

• Remove cod from marinade and season fillets with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat vegetable oil, add cod.

Cook until opaque and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Let rest 5 minutes then flake with a fork.

• Assemble tacos: place fish, slaw and avocado on tortillas. Squeeze lime juice on top and garnish with Diablo Verde.

• Serve with additional lime wedges and enjoy!

For the Tacos: • 1 1⁄2 lbs. wild caught cod fillets • 3 tablespoons olive oil • Juice of 1 lime • 2 teaspoons chili powder • 1 teaspoon paprika • 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin • 1⁄2 tablespoon vegetable oil • Salt and pepper to taste • 8 corn tortillas (grilled) • 1 avocado diced • Diablo Verde Creamy Cilantro Sauce For the Slaw: • 1⁄4 cup Salsa Diablo Verde • 1⁄4 balsamic vinegar • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

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Heiress Beverly Hills Earlier this year, while in her senior year at the University of Miami, 21-year-old entrepreneur Hailey Weiner felt frustrated that fast fashion, with its low-quality fabrics and poor fit, had dominated the marketplace.

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H ailey started an online boutique called Mussier. Through Mussier she gained experience learning how the production process works. After Mussier took off

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quickly, she saw an additional demand and wanted to take our creative process one step further.

So, Heiress Beverly Hills was born. Every item within the Heiress Beverly Hills collection is created by a talented team of designers located in Beverly Hills, California. Each item has at least ten fittings

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with models of different shapes and sizes to ensure the pieces look good on everyone, not just a mannequin. Despite Heiress Beverly Hills being a relative newcomer, it has already gained highly influential customers like Gizele Oliveira,

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Lexi Wood, Jen Ceballos, Jourdan Sloane, Nitsan Raiter, Kelsea Moscatel, Julissa Bermudez, and Cass Dimicco.

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ammy earned her fame by documenting and sharing her post birth workouts. Now, her empire also includes Tammy Fit, a fitness app with workouts (including Booty workouts) designed for use at home and in the gym. The app has been downloaded by over a million people and has seen a spike in downloads since the impact of COVID-19.

Tammy’s focus on expanding her clothing brand has resulted in the Saski Collection release of its latest ‘Originals’ collection. The luxury athleisure label, available exclusively from Saski Collection, sold out within 12 hours

Tammy Hembrow Launches Originals Collection

when it was originally launched in 2017.

Its consequent ranges – The Pastel Collection, Saski Blue Hues, Saski Pink, Saski Unisex and Saski Mini – are also hugely popular and upon release have consistently sold out quickly.

The Originals come in an assortment of styles, including crop tops, sports bras, and mid and high-waist leggings in a range of colours, including dusty pink, khaki, nude, black, charcoal and white, and the sizes range from sizes XS to XL. Saski Collection has also introduced I=CHANGE onto the Saski website, where $1 from every transaction will be

donated to charities that help end violence against women, prevent women dying from breast cancer, and help children with cancer. Tammy says, “Through I=Change and our Saski Collection community, we’re committed to supporting three life changing projects that help women and children in need around the world. This gives us the chance to give back to those who need it most”.

Saski Collection general manager, Isabella Laws, adds, “We’re so passionate about these projects and are excited to be able to give our customers the chance to choose where our donation goes when shopping with us”. l

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FEATURE Amid the pandemic, a new way to experience beauty has launched disrupting the traditional retail space both for consumers and brands. Beautyque NYC Co-Founders Sonia Khemiri and Sylvie Giret, made a major pivot in their new interactive, virtual shopping, education, and beauty brand experience for customers – all from the comfort of the consumer’s home.

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oth Sonia and Slyvie are French born but US-based businesswomen who met and started collaborating after they created their own skin care lines.

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“Beautyque NYC is not only a place to shop. Before anything else, it’s a place to learn about beauty, wellness, and skincare and to discover new brands they connect to”, Sonia explains. “Too many times, consumers are influenced

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At Beautyque, customers are given the opportunity to understand and make their own choices for beauty and wellness. “Beautyque is a non-aggressive environment where consumers can browse, attend educational, or brand events, look up videos where they can hear directly from the founder what their brand is about, and choose wisely, also by discovering brands not necessarily popular yet, but set new standards in their category”, Sylvie explains.

Before shopping, Beautyque’s primary mission is to help consumers understand, learn, and even in some cases engage with its beauty partner brands.

“We want to bring people topics they’re interested in, that makes them grow and be more confident about their beauty,” Sylvie continues. “And brands that have a solid base, mission, and set of values, and of course high-quality products that deliver results.”

The store experience was important in the design for this new retail and brand experience model. “We want them to feel they’re visiting a store.

People miss going to a store, trying products first-hand, talking to someone to help, and shopping in a nice and exciting environment”, Sonia believes.

“Creating excitement is part of the shopping experience.”

Integrating a 3D virtual experience is a pivotal difference for Beautyque NYC. “Creating a Web site is so basic

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FEATURE Beautyque not only is about skincare and cosmetics, it’s about mental empowerment, sexual health, and nutrition.

“As the French saying ‘Etre bien dans sa peau’ (feel good about yourself ) is an overall thing we want to offer at Beautyque”, Sonia says. “We want women and men to come and visit us to feel good no matter their age, race, or skin/body issues. We are already starting to create events for mental health and nutrition.

And we are planning to do much more to cover whatever makes us feel beautiful even during these tough times.”

and boring, and there are already plenty out there. We wanted to translate and copy what we initially wanted to create in our physical platform”, both Sonia and Sylvie explain. “We did not invent the 3D technology, but we invented the process of combining them all together. The 3D and the Web site to be the closest possible to a real physical experience, combining a showroom and a store experience.”

This experience model also showcases Beautyque’s brands and gives them a place where they can shine and be displayed like in a real store and test the response from consumers to their products and messages.

“With the COVID situation and the ‘new normal’ that is going to come out of it, we believed it was a natural evolution in retail, that both brands and consumers can benefit from”, Sonia adds.

“As retail continues to shift, one thing for sure is much is going to be achieved through digital, and stores will become

more touchpoints and discovery places, more than ever before.”

This means brands have the challenge to be understood and seen through the digital channels, she continues. “Beautyque helps brands with being seen, and testing and adjusting their messages to strengthen impact. The learnings and adjustments they make through Beautyque will help them adjust their own marketing and expand from there.”

Another consumer benefit for this new retail model is people can join the BeautyQlub where they can be part of a product review and testing program, and access perks all from the comfort of their home and in one retail channel.

“As opposed to traditional stores, we don’t assess our choice of brands on how much success they already have in order to guarantee our own sales but according to how we can help and how their products can benefit the customer”, according to Sylvie.

Virtual events are a keystone to Beautyque’s educational value. To illustrate, Beautyque held an event in June with two boar-certified holistic health coaches on the topic of managing stress and anxiety both in and out of lockdown. The co-founders also hosted a live product demo with SNOW and Fresh Faced Skincare.

Moving forward, plans are to create both brand and wellness events weekly and welcome brands around Beautyque’s seven beauty pillars: Mental Empowerment, Nutrition, Sexual Wellness & Intimate Care, Skincare; Makeup, and Accessories.

“We’re building Beautyque in a way that it’s a resource center for brands related to Beauty, Health, and Wellness and THE SPACE to go learn and find the last best thing to make consumers feel and look more beautiful”, Sonia and Sylvie say. “In both ways, we love seeing these two communities of brands and customers thrive.” To learn more visit www.beautyque.nyc. l

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ell, if you’re Olivia, of Olivia & Pearl, you decide to make your own. Olivia & Pearl has so many ambitious, intelligent, and stylish friends who think pearls rock but can’t find affordable jewelry designed with the modern woman in mind.

Olivia & Pearl was born because Olivia has loved pearls since she was little and looking around it was clear there was nothing out there that would appeal to the women in her life.

Over time the #pearlgirl idea took shape in Olivia’s mind and now she looks to her friends as her ultimate inspiration: real, cool, and savvy. By savvy business practices, Olivia is able to offer the highest quality pearls and gemstones set in sterling silver, gold vermeil, and solid gold at an affordable price and bring beautiful pearl jewelry to a new generation of pearl lovers. Olivia focuses on entwining the contemporary with the classic and designing beautiful pieces created to celebrate the individualism, beauty, and power of women and celebrate their milestones with them. Visit Olivia & Pearl at www.oliviaandpearl.com. l

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COVID-19 has sent FEATURE many businesses into a tailspin. According Bakeries can practice social distancing and safe to a recent study, more than 100,000 sales.

If you find yourself craving sweets more small businesses during quarantine, you’re not alone. You have closed since probably have a favorite treat only your the beginning of local bakery can provide, but red velvet cupcakes were 113% more popular in the pandemic. the Midwest, and donut holes were 369%

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or those businesses able to reopen, it’s usually for limited hours with limited offerings, which dramatically cuts profit. Unlike chain stores, independent small businesses lack access to a large parent company and the resources - including large capital reserves that typically come with it.

As summer begins, we are starting to see more local businesses open safely. During this time of transition and beyond, these businesses need your support. Consider your local bakeries, for example. Recent coronavirus restrictions are impacting small and medium-sized bakeries particularly.

Beyond serving delicious breads, cakes, pastries and donuts, independent bakeries often play a vital role in their local communities, providing affordable baked goods made with skill and passion.

Bakeries also offer employment, and support the community in other ways, including sponsoring and participating in events and activities. Local businesses support their respective economies, and now more than ever, they need the help of their residents. One way to help your community thrive is to support your local entrepreneurs. While there are many, here are the top four reasons to support your local bakery this summer and beyond:

more popular in the West during the first month of social distancing, according to a recent Grubhub report.

Fortunately, quarantine and social distancing don’t mean giving up your favorite treats from local bakers. Many independent bakeries are modifying services and menu options to continue to serve customers in a safe way. This includes things like limited hours, curbside pickup, and at-home assembly kits so people have everything they need to decorate a delicious treat at home with the bakery quality they enjoy.

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the freshest variety of specialty treats.

The baking spirit has inspired many people while social distancing. The Economist reported that searches for flour and other ingredients soared, as did other Google searches related to baking. Baking at home is a wonderful activity, but your treats probably don’t taste the same as your favorite baker’s offerings. Why? Bakers have years of expertise and the finest ingredients to make foods that just can’t be replicated at home.

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from specialty companies like Dawn Foods that manufactures and provides high-quality ingredients sourced from top suppliers around the world. Dawn’s specialty baking supplies enable bakers to create treats that are impossible to replicate at home, like gourmet donuts.

3. Bakers give back to their communities.

Bakers are the heart of a community.

They help memorialize important moments and events in everyone’s lives.

Supporting your local baker means supporting your community. In honor of its 100th anniversary, Dawn recognized the efforts of ten bakers across the United States, who give back their time, talents and means to local causes, and helped them expand their local efforts. For example, Pasticcini Bakery in Weymouth, Massa-

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chusetts, donates on an as-needed basis to community fundraisers in addition to an annual donation to the Cardinal Cushing Center, an organization that educates and prepares children and young adults with a disability or special needs for life experiences. The SmallCakes Cupcakery and Creamery located in Baltimore, Maryland, recently donated to a local farming co-op that looks to open a grocery store dedicated to bringing healthy food options to a community experiencing food scarcity.

No matter what the cause, local bakers go above and beyond to identify needs within the community.

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morable milestones. While graduations, anniversaries, and family get-togethers look a little different during COVID-19, a delicious baked good from a local bakery is a simple yet effective way to celebrate and bring a smile to everyone’s face during difficult times.

Call your local bakery to check availability and open hours. Placing an order and picking up a treat helps you make any day special. You’ll be able to chat with your local baker - a simple pleasure many have missed as we shelter-in-place. As an added bonus, you can feel good about supporting someone who’s dedicated to the community and working hard, rising at the crack of dawn, to keep their dream alive and maintain a small business during tough times. (BPT ) l

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A distinctive and unexpected ingredient like rice vinegar is an easy way to bring faraway flavors to your favorite summer dishes. This pantry staple adds an Asian-inspired flavor to recipes of all kinds, from marinades to high-end meals.

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Include seasonal produce like cucumbers, bell peppers and tomatoes to enhance your summer flavor fusions. Pantry staples like black beans and canned corn also offer accessible ways to make elevated summer classics.

Capture Asian flavors with ingredients like NAKANO Rice Vinegar, which has perfected its rice vinegars over eight generations to offer unique and delicious flavors perfect for making mouthwatering Asianinspired recipes at home. Find more flavorful ways to put an Asian twist on your summer dishes at nakanoflavors.com.

Sizzling Shrimp Fajita Stir-Fry Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 6 1 1/2 pounds large, raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (21-25 shrimp total) 2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided 4 teaspoons cornstarch, divided 1/4 cup NAKANO Roasted Garlic Rice Vinegar 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 1 red onion, cut into thin slivers 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips 1/2 pound shishito peppers, stemmed 6warmed corn or flour tortillas 1/2 cup finely shredded red cabbage 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions 1. In medium bowl, combine shrimp, 2 teaspoons soy sauce and 2 teaspoons cornstarch; let stand 5 minutes to marinate.

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3. In large nonstick skillet over mediumhigh heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil until shimmering. Add half of shrimp; cook 1 minute on each side. Transfer to clean bowl; repeat with remaining shrimp.

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4. In same pan, heat remaining oil until shimmering. Add red onion, bell pepper and shishito peppers. Cook, stirring, 2-4 minutes until peppers begin to blister.

Add vinegar mixture; cook, stirring, 1-2 minutes, or until sauce is slightly thickened. Add shrimp to pan. Cook, tossing well until shrimp and vegetables are coated with sauce.

5. Fill tortillas with shrimp mixture, cabbage and green onions.

Spicy Steak and Broccoli Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 6 1 beef tenderloin (1 1/2 pounds), cut into 2-inch cubes 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 3 tablespoons avocado oil, divided 2 cups multicolored, mini sweet peppers, cut into thin rings 1/4 pound broccolini, cut into 3-inch sections 2 large shallots, chopped 1/4 cup NAKANO Seasoned Rice Vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar

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1 teaspoon sambal oelek (Asian-chili garlic sauce) or sriracha 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1. In medium bowl, combine beef, soy sauce, cornstarch, black pepper and garlic powder.

2. In large nonstick skillet over mediumhigh heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add peppers, broccolini and shallots; cook 3 minutes, or until tender crisp. Transfer to clean bowl.

3. In same skillet over high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil until shimmering. Add half of beef in single layer. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes, or until bottoms are browned.

Stir. Cook 1 minute, or until outer surfaces are no longer pink. Transfer to bowl with

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vegetables. Repeat with remaining oil and beef. Return beef and vegetables to skillet over medium-high heat.

4. In small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, sambal oelek, salt and ginger. Add mixture to pan. Cook 2 minutes, or until sauce is slightly thickened.

Glass Jar Layered Taco Salad Prep time: 10 minutes Servings: 1 1/2 avocado 1/4 teaspoon serrano pepper 1 tablespoon cilantro 2 tablespoons NAKANO Organic

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Seasoned Rice Vinegar 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon lime juice 1/3 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup corn 1/2 cup red cabbage, shredded 1/2 cup jicama, diced 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed 1/2 cup shredded green cabbage 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup extra-firm tofu, diced 1/2 cup corn chips, crushed 1/2 cup spinach 1 tablespoon queso fresco 1. In bowl, mash avocado and add serrano pepper, cilantro, rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice and salt. Stir to combine.

2. Build salad in layers of corn, cabbage, jicama, black beans, cabbage, tomatoes, tofu, corn chips, spinach and queso fresco while adding drizzles of dressing between layers.

Pro Flavor-Fusion Tips The key to a successful stir-fry is to use high heat to quickly cook meats and vegetables in stages without overcrowding the pan. This ensures that veggies stay slightly crisp, and meats develop a delicious sear instead of steaming.

Avocado oil has one of the highest smoke points, making it a great choice for high-heat cooking like stir-frying.

Hoisin sauce, which you can find in the Asian section of most grocery stores, is

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used frequently in Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine. It’s a salty, fermented soybean paste often combined with garlic, chiles and fivespice powder, which adds a sweet, umamirich, aromatic flavor to the dish.

Shishito peppers are slender, mild, green Japanese peppers available in the produce section of well-stocked grocery stores or Asian markets. If shishito peppers are unavailable, substitute with multicolored mini peppers.

To accommodate those who love a lot of spice and those who prefer less spice, serve mild-to-medium-spicy foods with additional chili sauce on the side.

Swap out heavy, high-calorie salad dressings for a splash of additional flavor with NAKANO rice vinegar. (Family Features) l

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here’s something about summertime that ushers in an easygoing spirit. The long, hot summer months are often celebrated with backyard barbecues, beach days and spending time with friends and family. It’s a time to fire up the grill, slow down and roll with the punches.

So, when you’re thinking about what to feed your family off the grill, it should be a breeze, and you shouldn’t have to choose between good and good for you.

Next time you turn on your grill, consider these tips for creating healthier, flavorful meals you can feel confident serving.

Keep it simple. Skip the complicated recipes that call for a wide variety of ingredients, a multitude of steps and long cook times. Instead, seek out products and dishes that are made with ingredients you recognize and have just a handful of instructions. This will ensure less time in the kitchen and more time with loved ones.

Focus on seasonal, clean ingredients. Get inspired by your local farmer’s market. One of the best

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Simple, Don’t forget the sides. Food flavorful should be a source of confidence, ingredients make with everything enjoyed in moderation. To balance your for instant family spread of burgers and hot dogs, favorites consider serving fresh asparagus or

parts about summer is the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables that can add flavor and nutrients to your plate.

Plant-based meat, like the burgers, ground, and sausages from Lightlife, are also a healthier swap for traditional animal meat products. The pea proteinbased product line features only simple ingredients, like pea protein, beet powder and red bell pepper, and are non-GMO, gluten-free and soy-free, perfect for use in recipes like this Burger with Grilled Pineapple and Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce.

“I know how hard it can be to create fast and flavorful meals that the entire family will love,” said Dan Curtin, president of Greenleaf Foods. “That’s why we’re focused on making delicious food with the cleanest ingredients possible.

The fact that they’re all plant-based is just a bonus.”

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sweet corn in place of other salty, processed options. Fruits like peaches and pineapple work well on the grill, too, but remember to group produce by similar cooking times.

Aim for a quick and fun cleanup. Perhaps one of the most overlooked secrets to a stress-free meal is to cut down on cleanup. A backyard barbecue can be one of the easiest messes to maintain as most of the prep is done outside on the grill.

Try setting up a buffet line on your deck or patio where your family can build their burgers with customized toppings, like cheese, veggies, and sauces.

Then add a little bit of fun by putting on your favorite music playlist to help make a simple, everyday meal feel even more special.

Visit lightlife.com to discover more plant-based recipes and solutions.

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Burger with Grilled Pineapple and Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce Total time: 30 minutes Servings: 2

1 cup baby arugula 2 sesame seed burger buns, lightly toasted 1/4 cup crispy fried onions 2 tablespoons honey garlic barbecue sauce

2 rings freshly cored pineapple 2 Lightlife Plant-Based Burger patties, thawed salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Heat grill to medium heat. Grill pineapple slices 4-5 minutes per side until grill-marked and slightly caramelized.

Cut slices in half and set aside. Wipe down grill to cook burger patties.

Season burger patties with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill 4-5 minutes per side until burgers are evenly browned with internal temperature of 165 F. To assemble, layer handful of baby arugula leaves on toasted bottom buns, top each with burger and two cut slices each of grilled pineapple. Sprinkle on crispy fried onions, drizzle with honey garlic barbecue sauce and place toasted sesame seed bun on top. (Family Features) l

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Swerve®

REVEALS NEW CARB-CONSCIOUS, BETTER-FOR-YOU BROWNIE MIX

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werve®, the makers of The Ultimate Sugar Replacement™ and Swerve Sweets™ bake mixes, has announced the launch of a new grainfree, keto-friendly, undeniably delicious Brownie Mix. The mix is sweetened with Swerve, a natural, zero-calorie sugar replacement made with a blend of erythritol and prebiotic fibers, so each brownie has all the crave-worthy chocolatey goodness but no added sugar. With simple, carb-conscious ingredients like almond flour and organic coconut flour, each serving contains only five net carbohydrates, satisfying your sweet tooth without the spike in blood sugar.

“Most folks are focused on healthy living right now, but we’re focused on something a little different: making life sweeter,” says Swerve CEO and President

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Andress Blackwell, “What gets us out of bed is thinking about how we can help celebrate life in a better-for-you way.

Swerve’s Brownie Mix really just screams that to us - a rich, chocolatey celebration you can feel great about eating.”

Swerve’s new Brownie Mix is non-GMO certified, sugar free, grain free, gluten free, keto-friendly and made with natural ingredients including blanched almond flour, Swerve (erythritol, prebiotic oligosaccharides, natural flavors), cocoa, organic coconut flour, tapioca starch, organic coconut flour, natural flavor sea salt, and baking soda. All Swerve products are available through Amazon, so people looking for a quick, easy, better-for-you brownie fix can have it delivered to their homes. For more information visit Swervesweet.com. l

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TASTE OF

Summer

A MENU MADE FOR SUMMER INDULGENCE

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o create the perfect main dish, start with high-quality protein, like Omaha Steaks’ Private Reserve Boneless New York Strips. Thick, juicy, and full of flavorful marbling, these premier steaks are meticulously aged for optimal taste and tenderness with robust, beefy flavor brought out when cooked properly on the grill.

If you’re opting for burgers, elevate your menu with flavorful accompaniments like crisp candied bacon, sauteed shrimp and zesty homemade pickles for a menu you won’t soon forget.

Find more ideas for upgrading the grilling experience in your own backyard at OmahaSteaks.com.

Candied Bacon

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Servings: 8 1pound (1 package) Omaha Steaks Applewood Smoked Steak-Cut Bacon 1tablespoon fresh ground black pepper 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1. Heat oven to 375 F. 2. Place wire rack on foil-lined baking sheet. Place strips of bacon on wire rack and sprinkle with black pepper.

Lightly pat brown sugar on top of bacon in thin layer.

3. Place baking sheet on center rack in oven and bake 25 minutes, or until brown sugar melts and bacon is crisp.

4. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes. Using tongs, transfer bacon to parchment-lined baking sheet and cool to room temperature.

5. Store in airtight container up to three days at room temperature.

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A SUMMER WEEKEND ISN’T COMPLETE UNTIL YOU FIRE UP THE GRILL, BUT FLAME-KISSED STEAKS ARE JUST THE START TO AN UNFORGETTABLE MEAL THAT CELEBRATES ALL THE BEST OF THE SEASON.

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Connecticut-Style Shrimp Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 4

Quick Pickles Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Yield: 1 1/2 cups 1/2 cup white vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon mustard seed 1 teaspoon salt 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1 teaspoon dried dill, chopped, or 2 tablespoons fresh dill leaves

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1 bay leaf 4 cucumbers, cut into angled 1-inch slices 1. Heat small saucepan over medium high heat. Add vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, salt, garlic, and red pepper flakes, if desired; cook until mixture begins to simmer and sugar dissolves. Remove from heat.

2. In heat-proof bowl, toss dill, bay leaf and sliced cucumbers. Pour simmering liquid over cucumbers and stir to evenly coat. Cool to room temperature or chill before serving.

Note: Pickles may be made up to 3 days in advance. Refrigerate in covered nonreactive container.

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4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons chives 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 12 large, cleaned, uncooked Omaha Steaks Wild Argentinian Red Shrimp 1. Heat medium skillet to medium-high heat. Add butter; cook until melted.

2. Add chives, salt, pepper, and shrimp to pan. Cook 2 minutes, turn shrimp, and cook 2 minutes, or until shrimp is opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and serve.

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Dry-Brined New York Strips with Grilled Brown Butter Balsamic Onions Prep time: 1-12 hours Cook time: 30-40 minutes Servings: 4 Dry Brine: 4 tablespoons Kosher salt 1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper 4 (11-ounce) Omaha Steaks Private Reserve Boneless New York Strips, thawed Butter and Balsamic: 4 tablespoons salted butter 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons fresh thyme Grilled Onions: 2 large sweet onions 4 wooden skewers, soaked 1 tablespoon olive oil salt, to taste pepper, to taste

1. To make dry brine: Combine salt and pepper; season steaks generously on all sides. Place steaks on elevated rack on baking sheet and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.

2. To make butter and balsamic: Heat small skillet to medium high heat. Add butter and cook until butter begins to brown and smell nutty. Remove from heat and add balsamic vinegar and thyme. Set aside.

3. To make grilled onions: Peel off outer layers of onions. Slice into 1/2-inch slices.

Lay onions on flat surface. Push skewers through centers of onions; two onion slices per skewer. Brush onions with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

4. To cook steaks and onions: Make two-zone fire on charcoal grill

with coals on one side and no coals on the other.

5. Place onions on cool side of grill; flip and rotate every 10 minutes until golden brown, approximately 25-30 minutes. Total time will depend on how hot coals are and how close onions are to fire. When onions are golden and tender, brush with brown butter balsamic mixture.

6. On hot side of grill, during last 15 minutes of cook time for onions, cook steaks to desired temperature. When steaks are 5 F from desired temperature, remove from grill and let rest 5-10 minutes.

7. Remove onions from grill. Carefully remove onions from skewers and place in serving dish. Top with remaining brown butter balsamic mixture and serve with steaks. (Family Features) l

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Teen Spending a lot more time at home indoors these days or adjusting to going back outside? New habits and big lifestyle changes can have an effect on one’s skin.

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ere are some of the more common skin care issues associated with life today and their solutions, some of which can be easily found at the drugstore:

• Dry skin: Our new reality of wearing masks can have a drying effect on our skin. But you can easily enhance your skin’s own moisture-retention with a serum-containing dermatologistrecommended hyaluronic acid.

“Using gentle and lightweight skincare, especially now that the temperatures are rising, will properly hydrate your skin without clogging the pores, even under a mask. Hyaluronic acid products, such as serums, that are correctly formulated will also help plump the skin and reduce wrinkles,” says Dr. Rocio Rivera, VP of scientific communications, L’Oréal Paris.

For long lasting hydration, apply two to three drops of L’Oréal Paris 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum to the face and neck every morning and evening – its lightweight and fast-absorbing texture works well under a mask.

• Not prioritizing me-time: If you have a lot going on these days, you

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HOW TO TREAT TODAY’S MOST

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may forget to take some time for self-care.

Beyond your skin care routine -- which you should continue to maintain -- you can also promote a healthy-looking glow by prioritizing sleep, eating a well-balanced diet, staying hydrated and getting regular exercise.

“Sun protection equals skin health and it is the most important age preventive product in your skincare routine. A broad spectrum SPF formula is always a must: Rain or shine, indoors, outdoors, and yes -- all over the face, includes under the mask,” says Dr. Rocio Rivera.

• Light exposure: Spending large portions of the day indoors unfortunately doesn’t eliminate risks associated with light exposure.

With more screen

time comes increased exposure to blue light. What’s more, you are still susceptible to incidental sun exposure coming in through windows of your home and car.

Refresh and protect your skin with a moisturizer that also has broad spectrum SPF, such as L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Triple PowerSPF 30, which can be smoothed over the face and neck every morning.

Formulated with pro-retinol, vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, it will make your skin feel smooth, soft and refreshed after use.

• Lack of glow: For many, skin glow is a key sign of skin health, and while you may not be catching as many rays outdoors these days to achieve this, there is an aesthetically-pleasing and much healthier way to achieve a sun-kissed glow without the damage and pre-mature aging caused by UV exposure. Stash your cabinet with the latest innovation from L’Oréal Paris, Sublime Bronze Water Mousse. Its clear

liquid formula delivers a seamless, streak-free application and quick absorption for a natural-looking bronze tan that does not transfer. Infused with coconut water and vitamin E, it leaves skin soft and beachy-smelling. For best results, shake well. Pump into hands and smooth evenly over clean, exfoliated skin. Allow four to eight hours for the color to fully develop before showering.

For a longer-lasting tan, apply three times over 12 to 24 hours. Wash hands thoroughly after use. Let skin dry completely before putting on clothes.

More skin and beauty tips can be found by visiting lorealparis.com/skinhub.

Your new lifestyle means now, more than ever, you should not neglect your skin. A few simple steps can keep your skin refreshed and healthy-looking. (StatePoint) l

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Teen GREAT ONLINE CONTENT CAN LET YOU

‘Visit’aMuseum ThisSummer

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he museum has lots of free content available for both adults and kids, including digital learning tools for students of all ages and online versions of many of its most popular exhibitions. Access to this content is through the museum’s website: AmericanIndian.si.edu.

For Students Native Knowledge 360° (NK360°) is the museum’s national education initiative to inspire and promote improvement of teaching and learning about American Indians. NK360° provides educational materials and teacher training that incorporate Native narratives, more comprehensive histories and accurate information to enlighten and inform teaching and learning about Native America. The initiative’s website has digital lessons for K-12 students, teacher

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If you are looking for new things to this summer do while staying home or social distancing, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian has you covered.

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LIFESTYLE guides, videos and websites. Several lessons are also available in Spanish.

Online Exhibitions Many of the museum’s most popular exhibitions are available to explore online. “Americans“ shows how American Indians have been part of the nation’s identity since before the country began.

Visitors can click on some familiar images and learn why images of American Indians are everywhere in our country.

The bilingual exhibition “The Great Inka Road: Engineering an Empire” examines why the Inka Road was built more than

500 years ago, and how its construction—without the use of metal or iron, the wheel or stock animals to pull heavy loads—stands as one of the greatest engineering feats. The exhibition “Infinity of Nations: Art and History in the Collections of the National Museum of the American Indian,” which features some 700 works of Native art from throughout North, Central and South America, demonstrates the breadth of the museum’s collection and highlights the historic importance of many of these iconic objects.

“Developing Stories: Native Photographers in the Field“ is the museum’s

newest exhibition. It features the work of two Native photojournalists who are using photography to break down stereotypes and portray stories that show the diversity and complexity of their contemporary lives.

Explore the Collections Through its online search, visitors to the museum’s website can learn more about the history of the museum’s holdings, which have their foundation in the collection largely assembled by George Gustav Heye, beginning in 1897. The collection currently contains more than 800,000 items from across the entire Western Hemisphere. And for more from the collections, visit the museum’s new Google Arts & Culture website.

Blog For in-depth stories about objects in the museum’s collection, insights into new exhibitions, or news from Indian Country, visit the museum’s page on the Smithsonian Voices blog.

Shop The museum’s online store offers an array of books for adults and kids, cards, CDs, and DVDs. The best part?

Your purchase helps to continue the museum’s important work.

You can also get more content from the museum by following it on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

“Americans” at the National Museum of the American Indian is available online.

Thanks to great online exhibitions, educational materials, and yes, even shopping, you can spend this summer “visiting” an amazing museum from wherever you are. (StatePoint) l

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Teen THINKING ABOUT BECOMING A

Freelancer?

6 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE MAKING THE JUMP Considering the economic challenges, the world is faced with today, including some of the highest unemployment numbers in recent history, now could be an excellent time to begin a career as a freelancer.

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ecent nationwide furloughs and layoffs caused by the struggling economy and the social distancing necessitated by COVID-19 make that particularly true. But statistics show the number of freelancers has been growing over the past decade, partly because people enjoy the flexibility, control and better work-life balance that can come with the role. And independent contractors span a range of

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professions these days, from law to graphic design to engineering.

In a survey conducted in the nation’s top 30 cities for freelancing last year, for example, some six million independent contractors were collectively earning $150 billion.

Some of the largest markets for freelancers these days? New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, D.C. Nashville and Austin are also up-and-comers, with the population of skilled freelancers growing by 26% and 27%, respectively, between 2012 and 2017. Miami’s skilled freelance workforce contributes most to its overall city GDP, making up a full 2.3%.

Here are notable advantages to consider if you’re mulling a move to the freelance lifestyle.

Control Over Your Schedule Freelancing empowers you with much more control over your workload and when you choose to complete it. Not only can you accept or decline assignments based on your availability

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LIFESTYLE and preferences, but in many cases, you can finish them during the hours most convenient to you. That can be invaluable when you’re juggling other family or business commitments or simply wish to reserve certain time periods for other endeavors.

Relaxed Work Environments As your own boss, you establish your own workspace, rules, dress code and core values. Having that kind of flexibility in this uncertain world can be a huge boon to your health, comfort, and sense of individuality.

Unprecedented Reach

Job Satisfaction

Digital technology enables work-athome capabilities for those who may not have had that option in the past, allowing those in many professions to work entirely online while keeping a safe distance from COVID-19 and other possible threats.

Though many people find their freelance work through word-of-mouth or social media, a full 18% now find their clients through online marketplaces such as Fiverr, according to the survey. Last year Fiverr connected 2.4 million customers with independent contractor clients from more than 160 countries across the globe.

Those who freelance often see their work as more rewarding than others.

In the Fiverr survey, for example, seven of 10 U.S. freelancers called their work highly satisfying, compared to about half of U.S. workers in general. The primary reasons for that added satisfaction?

The freedom to work from home, the flexibility of the work schedules and the interesting nature of their work.

Healthy Paychecks Because they can control their own pricing, profit margins and productivity, many freelancers earn more working for themselves than for others. And they’re not expecting their revenues to change significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic; the Fiverr survey found that 59% of independent contractors surveyed expected to earn equal or increased revenues in 2020.

Income Equality Men and women both find success through freelancing, and the gender pay gap seems to be a non-issue among freelancers. Of freelancers worldwide working through Fiverr, for instance, 44% are women - and they earn almost 20% more than the men.

For many, the option of becoming an independent contractor is becoming more and more attractive.

Ready to become your own boss? Fiverr connects employers with digital service workers in more than 300 categories across eight fields, offering transparency, efficiency and ease as work is managed and completed. Contact us to learn more. (BPT) l

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WAYS TO HELP

Pollinators Flourish

You may already be aware that pollinators are important to everyone on the planet. But did you know that one in every three bites of food is made possible by native pollinators?

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ollinators such as bees, butterflies, flies, bats and hummingbirds transfer pollen between flowers and other plants, helping them grow and produce the fruit and vegetables we all eat - and that our beloved pets eat. Because pollinators help grow the pumpkins, apples and cranberries used to make Beyond, a sustainability-minded natural pet food, the team has collaborated with The Nature Conservancy to initiate Project Blossom, with the mission of helping protect the declining population of pollinators. Purina’s Beyond has donated $100,000 to The Nature Conservancy to help its mission to support a healthy planet, to protect pollinators.

“The Nature Conservancy works around the globe to protect pollinators from challenges such as the loss and degradation of habitat, climate change and more,” said Chris Helzer, director of science for the Nature Conservancy in Nebraska. “By

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partnering with Beyond and being a part of Project Blossom, we are advancing our work to support a healthy planet for pollinators and all the other species we rely on for a healthy ecosystem.”

How You Can Help Here are some simple things you can do to help pollinators thrive. They are fun, easy, and educational projects you can enjoy with the whole family, especially while you’re spending more time at home and in your own yard and garden.

1. Learn Kids find pollinators fascinating, and there’s a lot to learn about what they do for our ecosystem.

Visit The Nature Conservancy website as a starting point to discover more about how pollinators work.

Check out other websites, books or local outdoor gardens to explore native plants and pollinators that live in your area.

Make a list, map and/or photo project

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to describe what kinds of pollinators help which plants grow in your region.

Seek out resources to learn more about different types of pollinators and the threats they face. For example, when most people talk about bees, they assume honeybee, but there are more than 5,000 species of bees found in North America alone that need our support.

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2. Plant Once you’ve identified regional plants, flowers, and shrubs that pollinators love, decide which ones to add to your outdoor space.

Involve the whole family in growing a variety of pollinator-friendly plants outside your home.

Avoid using pesticides in your yard or garden and learn which ones are least likely to affect bees and pollinators.

If you have limited outdoor space, use a small raised garden bed or a planter on your deck, balcony, or patio.

Set up a pollinator window box.

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LIFESTYLE 3. Make Collect supplies, like pieces of wood, and involve your kids in making a small project to help sustain pollinator communities in your own backyard.

Build a bee house, bat house or insect house to attract pollinators and give them shelter.

Create a freshwater feature like a pond or bird bath that pollinators can use for drinking.

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Post pictures of your pollinator projects or gardens to inspire others to join your efforts.

“We’re committed to keeping pets healthy and happy, which is why we’re committed to helping protect our planet and ultimately, pollinators that play an important role in our ingre-

dient sourcing,” said Diane Herndon, senior manager of sustainability at Purina Beyond. “At Beyond, we hope Project Blossom will inspire people everywhere to help protect pollinators that play a vital role in nutritious ingredients that go in our cat and dog recipes.” Visit BeyondPetFood.com/ProjectBlossom to learn more about what you can do to help your neighborhood be a friendlier place for much-needed pollinators. (BPT) l

4. Donate Make a monetary contribution to the cause.

Make a donation to The Nature Conservancy, which helps conserve and protect land and water around the world.

Consider encouraging donations from friends and family.

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5. Share An easy way to spread awareness about pollinators is to create a conversation about them on social media.

Share the Project Blossom website with friends and family.

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