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Can you believe 'National Professional Secretaries Week and National Secretary's Day' was created back in the early 50's. Harry Klemfuss recognized the importance and value of this position to each...

Holidays away from home can be difficult for both the family at home as well as the one away, especially if you are stuck at college or university studying for...

While we all have a huge soft spot for sick children, my heart broke last month when I got the call about an 8yr old at Vancouver's Children's Hospital with...

Ever felt stuck giving the same type of gifts year after year? If you are thinking of something new for friends and loved ones that evokes curiosity, outdoor play, learning...

Small Business Saturday started in 2010 by American Express, as a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday at big box retailers and as a reminder to holiday shoppers in...

When gift cards first hit the mass market they were given a bad rap; people thought they were an 'easy out' gift. They felt the cards didn't take any thought......

Ever year without fail, I am shocked when the holidays arrive, do you feel the same? Even though we all complain about the wrapping paper and glowing lights on display...

Don't disappoint family and friends by sending your holiday cards or presents too late... here are the deadlines for Canada Post. Some international surface options of parcels have already passed....

With Halloween being on Saturday this year, the party invites are flying fast and furious. One trend I have noticed is that more parties are on Friday evening, so people...

There are so many facets of this amazing holiday; but with each component comes its own pressure. My goal with this post is to offer some resources to relieve some...

It's a known fact that people do business with people they like, where they feel appreciated and/or where they make a difference. I don't go to Starbucks DAILY because I...