I read a press release the other day saying W.C. Fields had been appointed President Biden’s Chief of Staff. When asked what his specific advice was for the President, Mr. Fields said, “Never give a sucker an even break or smarten up a chump.” As it turns out, that seems to have been translated into […]
We have studied ways to best serve our customers ad nauseam. We use numerous metrics to gauge customer sentiments. We sit through seminar after seminar to learn the latest tactics to enhance the customer experience and spend thousands of dollars on certification courses signaling to our peers our “expertise”. And countless experts have built impressive […]
I remember the first time I wrote about 25+ ways to wear a scarf and the photo I included about how to wear a head scarf without cultural appropriation was with another woman’s image. Because I felt strange trying to wear a scarf that way. Quote of the day: “You can start late, look different, […]
Have you been able to purchase any decent celery lately? Although celery isn’t one of my favorite vegetables, and it’s not one of the more nutrient-packed ones, I do like to eat it once in a while. In addition, I’ve just started drinking smoothies and celery is a good thing to add occasionally along with […]
The idea of “Working for FUN” as a retirement theme is fascinating. Retirement often comes with slowing down, relaxing, and not having to work. However, I would like to suggest that this approach to retirement is counterproductive and can lead to a boring life and a premature death. Instead, we need to remember that retirement […]
I call myself a writer now. Sometimes words flow like a river; sometimes they are dammed up. Not elegantly locked behind a Grand Coulee-Hoover architectural-engineering wonder, but stuck in mud and sticks and crumpled leaves emerging in tiny trickles from the buck-toothed beaver monstruction or clogged in neural ruts unable to break free. Yesterday morning […]
The other day a friend sent me the link to a video. Watch it here: https://fb.watch/lmUjSTcQw1/?mibextid=YCRy0i What I loved most about it was that it dispels society’s precepts about what older adults are capable of learning, and doing, especially the idea that they can’t learn or appreciate technology. I’ve heard it not only from those […]
Profitability ratios are essential metrics that provide insights into a company’s financial performance. By analyzing these ratios, businesses can assess their profitability and make informed decisions to improve their financial outlook. In this article, we will explore three crucial profitability ratios: Gross Profit Margin, Operating Margin, and Net Profit Margin. Gross Profit Margin = Cost […]
India Brazil Business Chat Special Series Exploring Business Opportunities Between India and Brazil The discussion encourages taking the first step, overcoming barriers, and seizing the available opportunities in India and Brazil. In this episode of a special series on India and Brazil, the conversation revolves around the vast business opportunities that exist between these two nations. The discussion […]
Have you ever heard of a death doula? If not, don’t worry, you’re not alone. This term may sound a bit ominous, or even mystical, but in truth, the role of a death doula is one steeped in love, empathy, and most of all, compassionate companionship. Let’s dive into the world of death doulas and […]
