My mom has built an incredible life for herself in her 60s. I still learn valuable life lessons during our weekly visits.

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Author Alexa Mellardo smiling with her mom
My mom gives great advice and always reminds me to cherish the small moments in life.

Alexa Mellardo

I'm a trained chef. Here are 12 of my best tips for making foods that everyone should know how to prepare.

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Chicken pot pie in skillet wiht puff pastry crust on top
Dishes like chicken pot pie may not be as tough to make as you think.

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I was born and raised in Mexico. These 5 mistakes stop tourists from fully enjoying my country.

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An aerial view of Mexico City.
Mistakes, like not trying local food or not visiting museums, prevent tourists from fully enjoying Mexico.

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Money lessons from generational family businesses

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We spoke with three families who told us what it really takes to inherit and keep a family business alive. They run a decades-old Chicago barbecue sauce brand, a Greek bakery, and one of the last fabric-flower businesses in New York.

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Warren Buffett's life advice: 'Decide what you would like your obituary to say and live the life to deserve it.'

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Warren Buffett attends the Forbes Media Centennial Celebration at Pier 60 on September 19, 2017 in New York City.
Warren Buffett attends the Forbes Media Centennial Celebration at Pier 60 on September 19, 2017 in New York City.

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The best advice I ever got about work-life balance came from a past boyfriend's mom. It's shaped my life for 2 decades.

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Ashley Archambault and her son
The author (right) homeschooled her son (left).

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My grandma looked fabulous well into her 80s. She taught me how important it is to be a little selfish.

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Woman with gray hair, flowy dress facing away from camera in courtyard
I remember my grandmother (not pictured) as always looking polished and taking good care of herself.

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I rolled my eyes at my mom's pre-wedding advice when I was 22. Two divorces later, I'm so glad I listened.

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Author Lucie Frost and her mother smiling
By following my mother's pre-marital advice, I saved myself from a lot of financial headaches and struggles through two divorces.

Lucie Frost

I'm a billionaire CEO who's acquired 9 companies in 8 months. Here's what I look for in an investment.

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TransPerfect cofounder Phil Shawe
Phil Shawe, the billionaire cofounder of TransPerfect, told Business Insider what he looks for in an investment.

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How soccer and ballet taught top Goldman and KKR execs to bounce back after rejection

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Lizzie Reed, Alisa Wood
From left: Goldman Sachs partner Lizzie Reed, KKR partner Alisa Wood

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