That is the million dollar question and trust me, if you want to stand out, you better be prepared to answer it.

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If the kid is an infant now, you had better be prepared to keep those records for 20 years.

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The barrister you had on was right - if you want to fight an unjust or illegally issued ticket you had better be prepared for a long, rough ride.

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If a time comes when you must step into the decision-maker role, you will be much better prepared if you have a trusting relationship with those who are there to help preserve assets, manage them and offer you their expertise about your decisions.

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If you focus on mastering whatever equipment you have at your disposal, then you'll be better prepared for whatever news situation you encounter.

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But before you can pass anything important and controversial, you'd better be prepared to put 60 votes on the board.

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If you are employed and worried about the future of your job these same sites may help you to be better prepared to stay employed or find your next job.

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If you want to continue the life you lead and be better prepared for the future, instead of saving you want to aggressively invest.

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From coverage of commodity-based and inverse ETFs to Jim Lowell's ranking of the best and worst, you'll be better prepared to make intelligent investment decisions with your money.

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