Guilty pleasure can rule buying choices
Guilt and pleasure are oddly intertwined, says Yale Professor Ravi Dhar. In fact, in his experiments with researchers from Northwestern and Penn State…
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Sick leave laws become problem for small business
For small businesses, paid sick leave is about to become an issue if it isn’t already. President Barack Obama, following a trend established by 36 cities…
A message you can use or change: A wish for you this holiday
As the year draws to a close, we want to thank you for your help, your support, and your good work in 2016. We wish you the joy of giving, The pleasure of…
Holiday shoplifters hit retailers
A study by Checkpoint Systems shows that holiday shoplifting accounts for about a third of all losses during a retail year. The Retail Holiday Season…
Swap or auction? Office gifting can be fun
Christmas gift swaps in the workplace can be a fun way to bond with coworkers. Here are five themes for Christmas gift swaps at work: 1. The ever-popular…
What’s the skinny on using a title company?
We take so much on face value. That guy whose house you are buying, for example. We assume if he is selling the house, then he owns it. He does own it….
Ask the Expert: Why do I need PMI?
If you paid less than 20 percent down when you purchased your home, you’ve probably got another bill to pay along with your mortgage. This one’s called…
Travel Bag: Hawaii tops destinations; Cruise lines stop at Sitka
People looking for sand, sun, and palms have been headed to Hawaii this year. Island tourism hit new highs every month for the last 19 months. In August…
(Brief version: The Art of Conversation) How to have a satisfying conversation
At one time, good conversation advice was ‘stick to the weather’, but today even that can be treacherous. Satisfying conversations are still possible, and…
The Art of Talk: How to have a satisfying conversation
Conversation is not just about meeting new people. It is a way to learn and grow. The catch is, not just any conversation has that potential. To have a…