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Biz Kid$
How to Be a Smart Consumer
Season 1
Episode 114
Get the most for your money. Join the Biz Kids and you’ll explore smart shopping strategies. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and traps set by savvy marketers and high-pressure salesmen. Meet some smart consumers and successful entrepreneurs.
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Learn about budgeting, researching, negotiating, and more!

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Learn to avoid the pitfalls of overspending by sticking to a budget.

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Learn about the importance of federal, state, and local taxes and learn what they pay for.

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Learn how to recognize and act on new opportunities in your life.

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Discover how different families work out “allowances.”

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Discover tips for stretching your dollars.

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Learn about the importance of following a financial plan.

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Explore the skills of goal setting, budgeting, saving, and money management.

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Discover how mistakes can make you stronger by examples from Einstein, Steve Jobs and more

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Learn about “behind the scenes” careers in sports, music, entertainment, art, and more!

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Identify your target market and learn about the four principles of business success.

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Learn about the many ways to pay for your education and how to maintain consistent growth.