Powerful Success Quotes Celebrating National Women's History Month

We Are Family Foundation Honors Dolly Parton & Jean Paul Gaultier

Nile Rodgers (co-founder of the group Chic) and Dolly Parton attend the We Are Family Foundation honors in New York City. (Photo by John Lamparski/Getty Images)

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It such an honor for The BIG 957 WKML and the Beasley Media Group to celebrate ladies everywhere during National Women's History Month.

Below, you will find a list of some of the most powerful success quotes ever.

It is our hope that these words will greatly inspire you during your success journey.

---Country music legend and entrepreneur Dolly Parton: “If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.”

---Legendary singer Barbra Streisand: “I only began to sing because I couldn’t get a job as an actress.”

---American businesswoman and co-founder of her own cosmetics company Estee Lauder: “No one ever became a success without taking chances… One must be able to recognize the moment and seize it without delay.”

---Singer, actress and dancer Jennifer Lopez: “I’m not here to be perfect and I’m not here to be anything but my best, whatever that means for me.”

---Actress Carol Burnett: “Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me.”

---Author of "Harry Potter" J.K. Rowling: “It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all – in which case, you fail by default.”

---Actress Meryl Streep: “True freedom is understanding that we have a choice in who and what we allow to have power over us.”

---Actress, model, and activist Emma Watson: “If you truly pour your heart into what you believe in, even if it makes you vulnerable, amazing things can and will happen.”

---Singer/songwriter/actress Taylor Swift: “To me, ‘Fearless’ is not the absence of fear. It’s not being completely unafraid. To me, fearless is having fears. Fearless is having doubts. Lots of them. To me, fearless is living in spite of those things that scare you to death.”

---Actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer Mindy Kaling: “If you don’t see a clear path for what you want, sometimes you have to make it yourself.”

---Civil rights activist and author Coretta Scott King: “Women, if the soul of the nation is to be saved, I believe you must become its soul.”

---TV talk show giant, actress & author Oprah Winfrey: “Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.”

---Actress and comedienne Lucille Ball: “I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than regret the things I haven’t done.”

---From the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle: “Women don’t need to find a voice, they have a voice, and they need to feel empowered to use it, and people need to be encouraged to listen.”

---Tennis star Serena Williams: “Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.”

---Journalist Katie Couric: “You can’t please everyone and you can’t make everyone like you.”

8 Things You Need To Know About Sports Betting In North Carolina

After much anticipation and hype, the day is finally here as online sports betting is now officially legal in North Carolina! Now all NC residents over the age of 21 will be able to place online bets and wagers for almost every major sporting event, including the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

Here's everything you need to know about the new betting craze in North Carolina, how you can get involved, and how you can do so responsibly.

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North Carolina was technically approved for online betting late last year, but for a while there was little to no word on when it would take effect. Shortly after the NC General Assembly set a deadline for June 15, an official launch date was made for March 11.

The excitement is palpable throughout the state. In a recent survey by BetCarolina.com nearly one in three North Carolina residents said they were "likely" or "very likely" to participate in online sports betting now that it's legal. The survey also revealed that one in six NC residents plan on placing sports bets as often as once a week.

With so much buzz surrounding the new sports betting venture, it makes sense why North Carolina is projected to have the highest first-year handle in the market. The Tar Heel state is expected to generate over $6.5 billion through betting sites. A few key factors go into this projection, including North Carolina's population, economic status, and thriving sports scene.

There's a lot to be excited about with online sports betting now legal in NC, especially with March Madness underway. Now you can literally put your money where your mouth is when cheering on your favorite teams to victory. There are a few key pieces of information to help you get started. Here's everything you need to know about sports betting in North Carolina!

1. The Sites You Can Bet On

If you've been online anytime in the last couple weeks, chances are you have seen some (or... a lot) of ads for the various sites you can bet through. Yes, these are all legit companies.

But it's important to know that there are only EIGHT companies that you can do this through.

Eight sports-betting started taking wagers today. These sites include Bet365, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, DraftKings, ESPN BET, Fanatics, FanDuel and Underdog. According to a recent poll, DraftKings and FanDuel are the most popular apps among new North Carolina betters.

Most of these sites have been promoting bonuses for new NC customers, seen here.

The difference between all of them is mostly just brand preference. They all functionally do the same thing. They let you see games going on, and the various ways you can bet on them.

The differences are mostly in the small details, like how they package special bets and promotions. It's overwhelming at first, but once you find one you like, stick with it. As we said, DraftKings and FanDuel are the big dogs in the hunt.

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Common Sports Betting Terms

You'll see words like "moneyline" and "parlays" thrown around often on nearly every online sportsbook. While these words can be confusing at first, they're incredibly simple to understand once you get the hang of it.

The good folks over at BetCarolina.com have some good primers for you on major terms.

Here's the big stuff though:

Here are a few other words you'll need to know in the world of online sports betting thanks to BetCarolina.com:

Physical Sportsbook Locations

While statewide sports betting is online only, there are physical brick-and-mortar sportsbooks open at North Carolina's three tribal casinos.

You can find these sportsbooks at Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain, Cherokee Casino in Cherokee, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort which is also in Cherokee.

March Madness Betting

The NCAA Tournament is exactly why sports betting went live today. State Lottery officials wanted to take advantage of letting North Carolina residents bet on one of the most gambled on sporting events of the year. To not be ready for that would have been a major loss.

So it's just in time, as Selection Sunday is coming this weekend, and the Tournament will begin next week. There will be TONS of opportunities to bet on it. If you get signed up now, you'll have a week or so to get used to things before the Tournament.

A new poll reveals that 55% of people are the most excited to place wagers for the upcoming NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. If you plan to place your own bets for March Madness, it would behoove you to pay attention to Selection Sunday on March 17 so you can form your bracket.

Stick To What You Know

When participating in online sports betting, it's suggested that you stick to the sports that you're most familiar and comfortable with. For instance, if you're a big football fan you would be better off placing wagers for NFL or college football games. The more well-versed you are with a sport, the more likely it is that you will make smart, well-educated wagers.

Sports betting can be dangerous. And if you're going to do so, you should do it responsibly. So it helps to focus on things you feel extremely comfortable with your knowledge on.

Betting On Players Versus Betting On Teams

Most every online sportsbook will allow you to place wagers on individual players for any given game rather than betting on the whole team. If you think a football team will lose an upcoming game but also believe that team's running back will rush for 40 yards, you can bet on them doing just that.

This strategy could prove especially fruitful come NFL season in North Carolina. Betting on the Panthers as a whole may be risky, but Thielen could be a safe bet for receiving yards.

This is sometimes more entertaining, as it basically gives you a financial stake on a player you might otherwise not care about. It's also the spot that gives security experts the most concern, as it's far easier for an individual to alter their own stats than it is the full team they play on.

Bet Logically, Not Emotionally

While you're more than welcome to bet on your favorite teams, do remember that you'll have money riding on each game you place online bets for. It's encouraged that you bet with your head more than your heart in most cases. If the Carolina Hurricanes don't look too promising, you might not want to weather that particular storm.

Problem Gambling Helpline

Resources are available in North Carolina for those experiencing problem gambling. If you or someone you know needs help, call the North Carolina Problem Gambling Program helpline at 877-718-5543.

Please visit morethanagame.nc.gov for additional resources.

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Powerful Success Quotes Celebrating National Women’s History Month

It such an honor for The BIG 957 WKML and the Beasley Media Group to celebrate ladies everywhere during National Women’s History Month. Below, you will find a list of…