I had an important meeting the other day and needed to dress up a bit. So I grabbed my dress shoes and noticed that I needed to shine my shoes. But where was my shoeshine kit? Dressing for work has gotten so casual in recent years, I couldn’t tell you the last time I actually…
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One of our local TV stations recently let go of a few on air talent. An while many people say it’s ageism, it’s likely more budget related than anything. And that’s an even sadder truth that we all will experience many times as we get older…
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It’s my anniversary. No, not my wedding anniversary. I know that’s coming up in November. Last week I started get emails congratulating me on my anniversary. But I didn’t have a clue what anniversary these people were talking about. Had I missed something?
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In yesterday’s podcast we talked about people who have a problem getting to the point. There’s another phenomena that goes along with that; avoiding the question. It seems that people today are also having a hard time being direct. You can ask direct questions, and so many people ignore them completely…
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We have so many tools that help making communications easier than ever before. SO why do people seem to have such a hard time getting to the point. I’ve noticed it’s become a problem for so many people. And it seems to be getting worse…
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Out with the old and in with the new. We say goodbye to 2015. And many, including me are saying good riddance. Last year was a rough one on many levels for me and for many others. But I’ve got my ‘half-full’ glass sitting here and ready ready for a great 2016…
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The end of the year is almost here, and we should be wrapping things up. That’s what all of us try to do. I keep waiting for the slow time around the holidays, but it never seems to happen for me. I guess that means a few projects I hoped to get done by the…
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For the most part I don’t mind shopping, except when I’m going computer shopping. For me, buying a computer is more difficult than buying a car. And it’s almost up there with the chore of buying a house. Okay, it might not be as costly or time consuming as buying a house, but for me…
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This may seem like an odd question, but are you ready to utilize YouTube? Now I’m not just talking about for business, but I’m also talking about creating content in your personal life. It may be a way for you to connect with your kids, or perhaps even make a buck or too…
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My wife has been on a rant lately. And it’s all about the phrase out of pocket. In recent years it’s come to have multiple meanings. And it drives her crazy…
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