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Tag Archives: Business
Happy Hump Day!
What is it about this crazy camel that makes me laugh my head off every time I see the commercial? I think it’s because we’ve all worked with this guy. Plus, you know, talking animals are funny. Plus it’s about … Continue reading
Dressed To Kill…The Mood
It’s that time of year…the time when traditionally I rotate from my spring/summer wardrobe into my fall/winter wardrobe. It occurs to me that this year, my wardrobe is…not really a wardrobe. I’m not a stay-at-home mom; no carpools or PTA … Continue reading
Government Shutdown = Family Breakdown
Much has been written about this government shutdown and the idiot hyenas we call Congress (with all due respect to hyenas). I won’t attempt to out-pundit or over-think or under-mine the situation. But if you want to know how this shutdown … Continue reading
Idiot Of The Week: HR Edition
OK, let’s try this Blog Hop again. I came in 2nd place last week (out of 2 entries) so please get your act together and Like this post early and often! As a former manager and human resources professional, I … Continue reading
It’s A Big, Furry Deal
Well I’ll be damned. I’ve been so busy promoting my book, I neglected to score endorsement deals for my cats. The so-called “Grumpy Cat” (aren’t they all?) on the other hand, is set for catnip and chow for life. I don’t … Continue reading
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Tagged Animals, Business, Celebrity, Culture, Humor, Social Media, Television, Writing
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I Hope You’re Happy Now Craig Price
A little less than a year ago I was at a conference and I heard a keynote speaker who made me laugh, and made me think about things a little differently. The laughing is one thing but I’m usually not … Continue reading
The Cab Fare Was Only $50,000…It Was The $20,000 Tip
Old habits die hard, and I can’t help but keep up with the law firm world. Today I read about a partner of a major law firm who submitted $120K in false expense reports over 5 years; $69K on fraudulent … Continue reading
Warm And Fuzzy Greetings!
I have a little book of postcards called Breaking Bad News With Baby Animals. It is absolutely inspired. One postcard features an adorable kitten playing with pink, blue and yellow balls of yarn and says “Your baby’s ugly.” Another has a … Continue reading
Who Am I And Why Am I Here?
This weekend I was tasked with writing a one paragraph bio for the back cover and online listing of my book. I know I claim to be a writer, but this was one tough assignment. I grabbed dozens of books and … Continue reading
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Tagged Animals, Business, Career, Childhood, Culture, Exercise, Family, Irreverent
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Putting The Human Back in Human Resources
Well, last weekend brought another romantic date night for Dan and me; dinner at the local diner. If you must know I had a tuna melt. As usual I wouldn’t let Dan talk because a couple I’m going to call … Continue reading