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Hasty communication can ruins relationships and careers. Too often we write an email or send a text without double-checking the content or being mindful of the tone of the message. We have no idea how that message will get interpreted. Once you hit the “send” button, it’s kind of too late. Here are some communication tips that […]

As if texting and e-mail weren’t enough to capture people’s attention as they are walking or driving, now Pokémon Go is creating yet another reason to take your eyes off the road or not watch where you’re walking in the airport, at the mall or on the street. It’s only been available for a week […]

Three virtues of an ideal team player: humility, hunger and smarts. These are not inherent traits. Team players aren’t born that way, but they come to embrace the essential qualities through life experiences, work history or personal development. Humility. Humility is the most important virtue of the three. Great team players, Lencioni writes, don’t have […]

One of the real joys of the Holiday season is the opportunity to say “Thank You”; and to wish you the very best for the New Year.

You’re probably looking at your to-do list and getting a little bit anxious. There’s a lot to do today and, it might seem, not enough hours in the day to do it. Breathe and take a step back. Prioritizing will help you figure out what’s most important to do right now … or was tackling […]

With a newer version of calling via a wireless network on land lines, cell plans are now offering a similar way to use your smart phone. And by using wifi, it’s FREE. It relies on Wi-Fi connections rather than cell phone towers. FreedomPop and Scratch Wireless offer a basic package that costs nothing. Republic Wireless charges […]

Summer is here and swimming pools are the place to be for relaxation and keeping cool. However, there are some dangers to being by the water. Luckily there are also some simple tips that can keep you safe during your summer fun. Here are some things to consider; Pool Surroundings: It is important to be […]

Rosemary Blue Cheese Steak Recipe – a restaurant quality steak at home! There is so much flavor in this amazing steak recipe!  Ingredients 4  Beef Steaks (choose your favorite) 8 Tbsp bleu cheese crumbles 4 Tbsp roughly chopped fresh rosemary Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste 1/4 tsp kosher salt per steak Instructions: As steaks are […]

Peaches, blackberries and blueberries make up the filling of these irresistable mini pies. By baking separately in ramekins, each pie feels like a special homestyle treat made especially for you. Ingredients 4 cups  peaches, pitted, peeled and sliced 1 1/2 cups  blackberries 1 cup  blueberries 3/4 cup  plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided 1/4 cup  all-purpose […]

Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who died in service of the United States of America. Why is this needed? Memorial Day started off as a somber day of remembrance; a day when Americans went to cemeteries and placed flags or flowers on the graves of our war […]