How to deal with a debt collector
So, you’ve been getting calls from a debt collector. What now? Believe it or not, all hope isn’t lost when an account go to collections. Read on to learn how to deal with a debt […]
Traveling to Europe? Leave this tech at home
It can be hard to decide what to pack and what to leave behind. Being away from the United States is pretty fun — you get to take a break from greasy food and expensive […]
Everyone ought to have an IRA
In his classic Broadway musical comedy, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,. Steve Sondheim tells us that “Everybody ought to have a maid”. I agree. I also believe that everybody ought […]
10 ways to save at fine-dining restaurants
If you consider yourself a bit of a gourmand, but your finances are aligned more closely with pho than foie gras, we have good news. You can eat at some of the world’s best fine-dining […]
9 ways Amazon Alexa can help you in the kitchen
Between playing music, reading the news, sounding morning alarms and playing games, the Amazon Echo smart speaker and its Alexa assistant can be useful all over the house. The kitchen, though, is arguably where Alexa […]
10 simple things every leader needs to stop doing
I’ve spent my entire life turning struggling companies around. After working with dozens of organizations, I’ve begun to see the patterns that led to their challenges. Unfortunately, these patterns are not unique to them. It […]
Everything you need to know about Google Smart Displays
The battle between Amazon and Google for control of your smart home is about to kick up a notch — Google is preparing to sell Smart Displays. These devices give the Google Assistant a screen and will […]
5 examples of toxic corporate behavior
Suffering has become a hallmark of the modern workplace. In my work as a coach and consultant, I’ve listened to employees talk about coercion, being forced to betray themselves for the “good of the organization,” […]
How to deal with a terrible college roommate
Your freshman college roommate is often the first and most important relationship you form at school. But it’s a crapshoot. This person might become a lifelong friend. Or they’ll just become another stranger after that […]
The best young chef in every state
Knowing who’s who in the culinary scene can make a big difference when planning a trip or looking for a new favorite restaurant. Watching new chefs scale that scene with bold talent and bolder ideas […]