While I’ve always felt strongly about Memorial Day, this year, the meaning of this holiday hits closer to home. Earlier this year, I discovered that I had a family member who lost his life in service to our country. My great uncle, Clarence Ling, was listed as missing in action during World War II. He…
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If you ask someone their favorite day of the year, many would say their birthday, wedding anniversary, or a holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving. I know I’ve said it before, but my favorite day is always the Sunday before Memorial Day. Today I’ll enjoy the Indy 500 and Coke 600 on TV and do little…
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Most workplaces are somewhat similar, especially when it involves office small-talk. In most workplaces, you’re only close to a few people. But since there are many people in the office you only know casually, it can sometimes be challenging to carry on a conversation. Luckily if you run into one of those people in the…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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