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Brilliant Gift Giving…for next year
My 50 something brother-in-law appreciated my gift to him–a book that I ordered from Amazon. In fact, he raved about it as soon as he opened it up–a book about a naval explorer of China from the 15th century (famous, if you are into this period of world history). It was one of the best…
Read MoreHow Gen Y Celebrates
Birthdays are now opportunities to make meaning in a larger way–supporting a creative artist or organization. I recently received a birthday invitation from a Gen Y-er that was part celebration, part philanthropy, part concert–held at a local theatre with a blues singer on stage, donations going to a Denver art center. While the wealthy may…
Read MoreRising Tide Lifts All Boats
Article from the Wall Street Journal, dated November 17, 2007: Moving Up in Mumbai Subtitle: A Job at the Mall Lifts Young Indians Out of Poverty The article talks about young workers from the slums, who previously worked in garment factories for less than $50 a month, now making $1,600 a year, in the Indian…
Read MoreRocktober
I’m coming to the party late. And enjoying it. Haven’t been to a Rockies game in years. Don’t watch the regular season games on tv. But I’m enjoying the gatherings with family around the tube during the post season. And I’m turning down invitations to other events in favor of hanging out with my sons…
Read MoreShifting Gears in Your Career Path
On October 4, I’ll be part of a panel of experts at the Texas Conference for Women, on "Shifting Gears in Your Career Path," discussing ways to make your career work for you. If you are a reader and you are attending the conference, please stop by after the panel. I’d love to connect.
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