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DECEMBER 15, 2023

Often, the holidays serendipitously morph into a time we reflect on the past year, to take stock of what and who we’re proud of and give thanks for how far we’ve come. Whether the recipient is new to personal development or just looking for a spark of inspiration, you’ll find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2010

On Monday, Consumer Reports published its first Naughty and Nice Holiday List. The input came from reporters and editors and covered shopping, travel, hospitality, and telecommunications, and identifies some good and some frowned upon shopping policies of 20 popular organizations. Publix offers some antibiotics for free.

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DECEMBER 11, 2022

In fact, early in the pandemic, Black business ownership rates fell 41% from February to April 2020, according to a report from the House Committee on Small Business. It’s time to put our money where our mouths were when we marched for equality and social justice—which is the kind of holiday spirit I want to be a part of. Sheet masks.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Consumer Reports just came out with their holiday report card giving holiday shoppers some interesting facts Santa’s helpers will surely want to consider before buying gifts either at the mall or online. photo credit: kholkute. Is customer satisfaction exploited by the fine print?

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DECEMBER 28, 2010

Returning holiday gifts really do vary from store to store, but most stores aren’t in it for an argument, so it is always best to check each retailer’s return policies. All of this gift returning does make one think about a store’s reason for assessing re-stocking fees. What’s on the hard drive?

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 7, 2010

Plenty of time to put the finishing touches on the month end staffing report. No sooner do you start to enter data, than Jane wanders in, sits down and asks if you’ve heard the latest rumour about Bob down in purchasing. Before you know it, your hour has dwindled to 17 minutes.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

AUGUST 7, 2012

Find or make an org chart so you understand your boss' direct reports and their direct reports. If you have to purchase stuff for your boss - ask to xerox the credit card, both front and back now. Don't forget about official, company, school, and religious holidays. Get your boss' personal information now.

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JUNE 23, 2023

If you received money as graduation gifts, that is a perfect start to an emergency fund. It’s like stealing from yourself now to pay for purchases later. As you make purchases, your deposit is reduced until you make your payment, which restores the balance for the next month. That deposit usually becomes your credit limit.

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MAY 11, 2011

Still a birthday card, a letter or a small gift honoring the occasion, gives you another opportunity to connect personally with someone. Even if you decide to send a holiday greeting, why not tie a small candy cane, a bell with a ribbon, or even a sealed piece of festive candy? I like to educate customers using newsletters and reports.

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MAY 10, 2011

Still a birthday card, a letter or a small gift honoring the occasion, gives you another opportunity to connect personally with someone. Even if you decide to send a holiday greeting, why not tie a small candy cane, a bell with a ribbon, or even a sealed piece of festive candy? I like to educate customers using newsletters and reports.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Fun fact – the traffic person doesn’t even sit there and it’s the same one or two traffic people that give the traffic report for the entire city for all the different radio stations, except they change their name. The timing of the gift is also crucial. One station they might be Bob from WXYZ, another Bill from ABCD.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 10, 2010

I guess it depends on the circumstances and size/importance of the purchase. We’ve seen deaths reported via Twitter that didn’t actually happen and lies seem to be more viral than truth. Keep in mind that the article discusses the initial conditions required to be in place for a first-time purchase.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 10, 2010

The Spiral Notebook Purchase (and then use!) If you need to write/send your holiday cards then look at your calendar and schedule it in. " If I miss a deadline, if I don't return a call or email, if I haven't finished that report - will it kill anyone? Use it to manage overwhelm when your world is freakin'!

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FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Leigh Burgess is a creative strategist who uses her gifts to help others. Celebrated annually on September 25, it is the first-ever global holiday day dedicated to activating ideas, goals and dreams. She is the author of five New York Times best-sellers and the host of the Spotify Original podcasts Unlocking Us and Dare to Lead.

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