David S. Chang, Author at The Art of Thinking SMART

4 Things to Keep in Mind Before Buying New Furniture

August 14, 2018
David S. Chang

Whether your new home has extra space to fill or that hand-me-down couch you’ve owned for years is looking shabby, you may be in the market for new furniture. While you may be excited to select some new pieces and make your house look more like a home, you most likely are limited by your […]

July 24, 2018
David S. Chang

Going the extra mile to increase the energy-efficiency of your devices is a great idea. It makes them run longer, prolongs their overall lifespan, and saves on energy. You end up cutting down your power bills and doing your bit for the environment as well. For Mac owners, making your system energy efficient requires just […]

July 21, 2018
David S. Chang

Investing in land is considered one of the top strategies for putting your money to good use in today’s economically uncertain world. Buying land, however, can either result in profitability or ruin if you aren’t careful. To get the most benefits from investing in land it is important to do your due diligence. While investing […]

July 11, 2018
David S. Chang

The world of business has changed an awful lot over the last few years. With more people gaining the ability to start their own company, the fields which businesses can start in broadening, and the ease of creating an online store, it’s no wonder that it can be hard to compete in the modern world. […]

Certifications for IT Professionals

July 10, 2018
David S. Chang

One of the highest paying jobs are those in the IT sector. The tech sector is expected to continue growing with more demand for people with IT skills for the foreseeable future. One of the easiest ways to develop your IT skills is to get certified in a specific IT field. A popular IT certification […]

Giving It a Go in the Gig Economy

July 9, 2018
David S. Chang

Nearly one in four Americans are taking part in the booming “gig economy,” according to Forbes magazine. The gig economy includes jobs like taxiing passengers in your car, online work like writing, photography, cleaning, turning a passion into a business, or picking up odd jobs in and around your neighborhood. Side gigs can become a […]

July 8, 2018
David S. Chang

Managing your finances is a very tricky business. At times you might be required to take out a second mortgage and the reason for the same could be anything. You may decide to pay off an old debt or consolidate all your various small debts and do a lot more with this money. A second […]

How to Hire the Right Employees

July 5, 2018
David S. Chang

In order to build a great company, you need to have great people. To have great people, you need to hire them. If your employee recruitment method isn’t up to par, you may hire the wrong people and pass up the right people! Getting the recruitment process right is important to ensure you bring in […]

The Top Habits of Successful Leaders

July 5, 2018
David S. Chang

Regardless of one’s level of experience, successful leaders know there is always room for additional improvement. It often requires having to break yourself of old and potentially damaging habits. What may have worked in the past doesn’t necessarily mean it will work in the future. This is a feat that is never easy to achieve. […]

The Top Skill You Need to Achieve Your Goals

July 5, 2018
David S. Chang

Meeting the goals we set for ourselves is not easy. It takes a tremendous amount of energy, focus, and discipline. If you are like me, you probably have your purpose and priorities all laid out. However you may often find yourself off track at times. It is easy to become overwhelmed by obstacles and distractions that get in the way. So what is […]