Recent Articles
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Rise of new fall flavor puts pumpkin spice in sticky situation
Katherine Radin Food & BeverageSweater weather and students going back to school once signified the beginning of the fall season, but in recent years the launch of everything pumpkin spice has done the trick. As pumpkin spice lattes, desserts, products and more largely become available around Labor Day, customers flock to stores to partake in the limited edition goodness.
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How to serve your internal customers with excellence
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityThe church administration role involves serving those within your congregation, the community and fellow staff members. From processing purchase requests to maintaining the event calendar, your efforts directly impact the ability of other staff members to complete their projects.
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America’s 10 best urban public parks
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureIf you're like most RVers, you tend to avoid large cities. There comes a time, however, when you might feel the urge to heed the siren call of the city — perhaps to visit a museum, savor a fancy dinner out or take in some nightlife. Or it could be that you need for goods or services that require a drive into a busy metropolis.
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Metals Thoughts: NoKo a go go
Brad Yates Natural ResourcesOn Friday, gold failed the $1,350 breakout resistance among a stronger dollar and higher yields as Hurricane Irma shifted away from the most disastrous course and North Korea (NoKo) did not launch an ICBM ahead of their Founder's Day celebration. I've even heard some pundits say that disaster recovery is actually the fiscal stimulus we have been waiting for.
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Travel is good for us, but do we need scientists to tell us so?
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementAmong all the articles I shared on my Facebook page last week, one of them received substantially more attention than the rest from my network. This post reached three times more audience than the "least popular" update of the week. So, what was this popular article about?
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Secret weapons of successful leaders: Sleep
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIt is easy to find MBA programs, seminars, conferences, books and podcasts teaching the various traits and characteristics of successful leaders. While many of us can use these tools to become more strategic, focused, confident and inspiring, having those traits does not guarantee leadership success.
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How the 356 shaped the Porsche we know today
David Hurth Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe Porsche 356 was the first production model to wear the Porsche crest. It was a car that started with humble beginnings, but it helped shaped the future of the German performance car maker. This was the beginning of one of the most sought-after marques money can buy.
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Ethology and veterinary practice: Emotional contagion
Dr. Myrna Milani Pet CareThe quality and intensity of the human-animal bond plays a much more significant role in the analysis and resolution of companion animal problem behaviors than it does in studies of wild animals in their natural environments.
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Black triangles: An increasing problem with adult orthodontic aesthetics
Carolina Pickens Oral & Dental HealthcareAccording to information published by the American Association of Orthodontics, adult orthodontics are on the rise. Since 1996, the use of adult orthodontics has risen around 40 percent. Additionally, the British Orthodontic Society saw a 10 percent increase in adult patients in the last 10 years.
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9 simple tips to become a powerful presenter
Shiv Khera Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementGood public speaking and powerful presentation skills are essential tools for effective persuasion. Persuasion skills are the ability to influence, convince, negotiate and sell — something all of us will need at some point during our lifetime. And I'll bet that most of have been in situations where we've had to say a few words in public but got cold feet.