Lately I have felt like a lump of coal pushed in from all sides, so much so, I've said, "I'm 'pooping' diamonds." More >>

...At 15, I was a year too young to get hired at most jobs, but I was desperate to have a job and prove myself. I wanted to be a veterinarian at the time and a new vet was opening up at the shopping center... More >>

A cornucopia that's overflowing with produce is a symbol of Thanksgiving and often the perfect centerpiece for the holiday table. Why not take a cue from that symbol and try to innovatively sneak more nutritious vegetables into your holiday feast? Here's how... More >>

Without a doubt, hands down, the most common question I get from new clients is: "I'm thinking of starting a business, but I'm afraid that if I make a mistake, someone is going to sue me"... More >>

"While I plan to continue my networking program, I'm thinking that I may also want to do some 'cold calling' on some of these companies, for example by sending them e-mail newsletters and other 'news release' communications that may generate interest... What do you think of that idea?" More >>

Halloween is done, but sometimes the inclination of kidlets - and some adults - afterward and any time of year confronted with candy is to eat as much and as frequently as they can. The saying, though, that a little goes a long way couldn't be more true. More >>

Denise's son was ticketed for driving under the influence. He is on probation, gets drug-tested and must perform community service. She pays his rent. At what point should Denise tell him he's on his own? More >>

Our son received a D.U.I. early in the summer before going off to school. He just got his first job, has probation for several months and has to get drug tested each month. More >>

I began my career in high school actually. I took a graphic design class and knew it was for me. As I looked into college and this career I discovered how flexible it was for a family. I knew I could work from home, work in the middle of the night and/or work part time. More >>

Recently, I had the privilege of attending the 2012 New York Business Expo at the Javits Center in New York City... As I do when attending any trade show, I look for the 'little' exhibitors that are just getting off the ground. Here is some advice from people who have 'walked the walk' and are struggling to build a successful business in the icy crucible that is the Big Apple. More >>