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Why Supporting Small Businesses This Holiday Season Is More Urgent Than Ever

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In 2020, U.S. So, although this holiday season’s Black Friday deals may be tempting, consider shopping smaller than the S&P 500 and put money back into local economies by supporting small businesses. And thus in 2014, mumi was formed. Essentially, regularly shopping small is like giving your whole city a stimulus check.

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The 2021 Productivityist Holiday Gift Guide

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It’s 2020 and it’s time for a new holiday gift guide. This year, I’ve got 20 other ideas for you – some ideas that you may want to steal and buy for yourself this holiday season! They’re a thoughtful and practical gift that I believe is worth gifting this holiday season (or anytime, really).

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The 11 Best Books on Mental Health

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Plus, depression and anxiety peak for many people during the holiday season. The quick read features the stories of 33 people who have dealt with mental illness in some form, with their commentary on why we don’t talk about it enough—and why that needs to change. This article was published in February 2020 and has been updated.

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Ep 142: Planning Events in a Post-Covid World with Lacretia Adamski and Meagan Strout

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If you, or someone you know, are getting excited about hosting in-person or virtual events this holiday season, I know you’ll enjoy their conversation. Ken and Elise and their team can accommodate large or small orders for all your holiday gifting needs this season. THIS EPISODE’S FEATURED SPONSOR.

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What Being Pregnant During the Pandemic Taught Me About Cultivating Contentment

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His mouth is blocked by a powder-blue medical face mask, but I can see a smile forming in his eyes. I often anticipate things I know will make me happy (weddings, big trips, holidays with family) instead of learning to find joy in the small, everyday moments that comprise my life. Paint peels from the walls. OK, let’s do it,” he says.

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25 Holiday Gift Ideas That Support Minority-Owned Businesses

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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.

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If You Think You’re Unbiased, You’re Wrong

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in 2020, according to the “Missing Pieces Report” by Deloitte and the Alliance for Board Diversity. Or how, according to a 2020 study published by AnitaB.org, women make up just under 29% of the tech workforce. We need to stop thinking about diversity programs in the workplace as a form of affirmative action. Start at the top.

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