Without Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886-1969), there would not have be the International Style we know today as the impetus for mid-century modernism. Born in Aachen, Germany, Mies (who was born Ludwig Mies and adopted his mother's maiden name, Rohe, in 1921) worked, in his early years, in the office of Peter Behrens, which employed Le Corbusier, Walter Gropius, Hans Meyer, and Peter Grossman at the same time as well. Inspired by the work of Karl Friedrich Schinkel, Mies lay his first monumental foundations in the early 1920s with an office building and skyscraper in Berlin (though, of course, they could have been placed anywhere), both sheathed in glass. His 1929 Barcelona Pavilion--from which also comes the Barcelona chair produced by Knoll--became iconic of the International Style and its use of modern materials (like glass, steel, and, here, marble and travertine) meant for any and all locations. Like many German modernists, Mies immigrated to the United States during the Nazi reign and found his home in Chicago. In the U.S., he created American masterpieces like the S.R. Crown Hall at the Illinois Institute of Technology, the Seagram Building in New York, and the Farnsworth House, just outside of Chicago. Though he passed away in 1969, his legend, like his influence, continues to live loudly.

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The Keyboard Rich Challenge is a five-day live training program that teaches individuals how to control their income and schedule, learn bookkeeping, and start a successful home-based bookkeeping business. With this challenge, individuals can genuinely afford the lifestyle they desire while enjoying the freedom of working from home. Bill Von Fumetti, the creator of the Keyboard Rich Challenge, exemplifies this success. Without prior experience or a degree, he went from struggling to make ends meet to earning a six-figure income annually. The five-day challenge is based on Bill's Wall Street Journal bestselling book, Keyboard Rich: How Anyone Can Earn Six Figures from Home with a Simple Bookkeeping Business. Participants only need a computer, a free QuickBooks account, and a straightforward roadmap. The Keyboard Rich Challenge brings the book's concepts to life with live training that teaches bookkeeping skills and helps participants acquire the essential client acquisition skills to launch their businesses. The challenge starts on December 2 and runs for five days, with each session lasting 90 minutes. During this time, individuals will learn how to earn the money they need without sacrificing the time they want for their families and personal lives. Along with in-depth bookkeeping training, participants will receive support in marketing their new businesses, attracting clients, and getting their operations off the ground. By the end of the program, students walk away with the confidence and skills needed to run a successful business that generates income immediately. Since its launch in 2018, the Keyboard Rich Challenge has helped more than 8,000 individuals achieve financial independence by learning bookkeeping and starting their businesses. Many of these participants now earn six figures annually. Virtual bookkeeping is in high demand due to its essential role in business operations, and this demand is not fleeting. Bookkeeping is a recession-proof industry that will always remain valuable to businesses of all sizes. Throughout the five-day program, participants will be guided through building their businesses. Day 1 covers the basics of starting a virtual bookkeeping business, showing that no degree, prior experience, or startup capital is required. On Day 2, participants get hands-on training in QuickBooks, learning how to manage business finances effectively. On Day 3, they set up a free QuickBooks account and receive additional practical training to ensure their work is accurate and professional. Day 4 focuses on simple marketing strategies for landing the first client. At the same time, Day 5 provides a script for converting prospects into paying clients and tips for turning the business into a passive income stream. Students consistently rave about the impact of the Keyboard Rich Challenge. One student shared that they landed their first client with a monthly contract and a $10,000 cleanup fee. Another former student, earning over $75,000 annually, credited the program’s marketing guidance with helping them regain their confidence and learn to market themselves effectively. In addition to the Keyboard Rich Challenge, Bill offers a comprehensive course and coaching program that includes video lessons, live support calls, and personal guidance to ensure participants successfully launch their bookkeeping businesses. The Keyboard Rich Challenge continues to empower individuals, providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to build a profitable business while working from home.