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Pay Cuts (MM #4447)

Many companies continue to struggle with the balance between going back to the office and working from home. While many business owners want to turn back the clock to a pre-covid world, workers have another opinion. A recent study by the Washington Post proves there’s still a big divide in the workforce. Many workers say…

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Safe Deposit Boxes (MM #4446)

If you’ve ever watched any cops and robbers storylines on TV or in the movies, you’ve likely seen bank robbers stealing from safe deposit boxes. Soon, they may be a thing of the past. Many financial institutions have done away with them. And most banks, when they build new branches, don’t include them. The reason…

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Publicity Stunt (MM #4445)

I viewed the world from a marketing perspective long before I knew what marketing was. Media and advertising hype are things I started noticing even at a young age. So, at this point in my life, I usually spot a publicity stunt from a mile away. In the last week, you might have heard that…

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Going to Court (MM #4444)

In today’s world, if people or companies can’t get what they want, they’re quick to hire a lawyer. Sometimes a lawsuit makes sense. But, then, often, it seems like it’s just a test of endurance. Two fast food giants are going to court over the phrase; Taco Tuesday. Taco John has used the term for…

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AM Radio (MM #4443)

As we get older, many people accuse us of being stuck in the past. Sometimes, it’s true; we get sentimental remembering the good ole days. Like many baby boomers, I grew up on AM radio. And, of course, working in the business, I had the good fortune to work at a few legendary stations. Sadly,…

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Harmony (MM #4442)

Like most, music has always played an integral part in my life. Some of my earliest memories involve music. It likely explains why my career path. Becoming a professional singer was never an option. I learned, in elementary school, I couldn’t sing on key. But that’s never stopped me from singing harmony to my favorite…

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Rice Krispie Treats (MM #4441)

One of the many sweet treats I enjoyed when I was young was Rice Krispie Treats. On the back of the box, you could always find the recipe. Or was it on the side? They were easy to make and fun to eat. They’re still popular today with my nieces and nephews. But sometimes, people…

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Mix Your Flavors (MM #4440)

The Coca-Cola Freestyle machines have become extremely popular in recent years. They let you create hundreds of variations for your favorite soft drink. The machine’s popularity has inspired another company to create a machine where you can mix your flavors to create custom dipping sauces. Kraft-Heinz has announced that they’ve built a machine where you…

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Features On Demand (MM #4439)

Automakers aren’t happy with the money they’re making these days. Even though monthly new car payments average over $700, they’re looking for new ways to make money. BMW was the first to start offering features on demand. It hasn’t rolled out in the US yet, but more car makers want you to subscribe to new…

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Blaming Others (MM #4438)

Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about mental health, but very little seems to get done. Any time there is gun violence, mental health comes into play. And for some people, it’s a big issue. But many don’t want to take any responsibility for their actions. They spend their time blaming others for everything…

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