Businesses facing deluge of resignations
People with jobs want new jobs, and why not? They are lured by better positions, big sign-on bonuses and higher salaries in the very loose job market. But…
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Small businesses find success on Etsy
Amazon dominates the online marketplace in the United States and many other countries, too. The online behemoth accounted for roughly 47 percent of…
Book Review: Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment
Ever wonder why people make bad decisions? If so, Noise: a Flaw in Human Judgment by Daniel Kahneman, Oliver Sibony and Cass R. Sunstein should make your…
Here’s why emotional marketing plays such a vital role during the holidays
The holiday season is fast approaching. Hot cocoa, warm fireplaces, kids smiling, time spent with loved ones — the holidays drum up a lot of warm and…
The quirky history of mascots and their impact on marketing
Many companies use mascots to engage with their audience and promote their brands. Turns out that lovable, quirky mascots are an effective marketing tool….
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We really want to buy a house, but we are struggling to come up with a down payment. Any ideas? If you have a regular work history, a reasonable credit…
How a town disappeared under the sand
In the 1800s, it was possible to start a town, but not to save it from nature and bad decisions. The town of Singapore, Mich. was a town started by a…
Big bargains lurk in ghostly properties
If you think Lizzie Borden with her axe is scary, imagine you are the real estate agent trying to sell her house. Haunted houses can be a tough sell, but…
Brush up on table etiquette before the holiday season
Good dining etiquette is about more than knowing which fork to use and when — good manners are about respecting others and yourself. And a quick brush-up…
This cure for boredom also perks up the brain
You’ve got 900 channels and nothing to watch. Those cat videos are getting a little old. What do you do with those precious leisure hours? You could visit…