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Nine in 10 college students still want snail mail even in the digital age.
That, according to Ricoh Quick Query/Harris Poll survey of 2,053 Americans ages 18-65. Also credit USA Today and staffers Terry Byrne and Veronica Bravo.
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Enjoy this Independence Day. Check out the laws and do not do anything foolish.
http://www.americanpyro.com/state-law-directory
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According to USA Today’s Jae Yang and Janet Loehrke, 68 percent of college graduates this year (2016) are graduating with student-loan debt.
Source: Accenture Strategy survey of 2,018 college graduates from 2014, 2015 and 2016.
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(From USA Today)
College seniors — 42 percent of them — expect to earn more than $50,000 at their first jobs while 23 percent of companies pay that amount.
Source: ICIMS analysis of 400 college seniors and 400 hiring managers. Jay Yang and Vernon Brave, USA Today.
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(From USA Today)
Where do you stand? Fourteen percent of people have shoes at least 20 years old. Note: Most pairs aged 5-9 years. Women average 30 pairs overall — men 11. Source: Alliance Date “Strictly Shoes” survey of 1,152 people. Terry Byrne and Paul Trap, USA Today.
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This week we tap the Dale Carneigie newsletter.
By Anita Zinsmeister, President of Dale Carnegie®Training of Central & Southern New Jersey
But FIRST: Tips for holiday shopping —
Here are four things you should not buy on Memorial Day. You won’t get the best prices, according to NerdWallet research. They are barbecues, pools, swimsuits and camcorders. And don’t let the sale-shopping mentality overtake common sense. Lots of products will be discounted, but not every discount will be a good deal. (Thanks to USA Today – May 24, 2015 for this.)
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From everyone at Dale Carnegie® Training of Central & Southern New Jersey, we would like to wish you and your family a happy Memorial Day.
While enjoying time with your family and friends this coming weekend, take a moment to remember the heroes who have fought for our great country.
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A Little About Memorial Day . . .
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who died while in service for the United States of America.
Over two dozen cities and towns claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day. While Waterloo, NY was officially declared the birthplace of Memorial Day by President Lyndon Johnson in May 1966, it’s difficult to prove conclusively the origins of the day. |
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Grilling Tips For This Memorial Day Weekend:
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With the holidays fast approaching why not results of a study revealing why holiday shoppers go to physical stores (source: uSamp for 1010data holiday survey of 1004 adults via USA Today):
Want gifts now = 52%
For inspiration = 47%
To view then buy online = 43%
Compare prices = 41%
Don’t trust shipping = 41%
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The Voice of Philadelphia Sports has been silenced. This is a sad day for the Litwins. I have lost an incredible mentor whom I met back in the early 50s when I visited the Robin Roberts Show at Channel 10. Mr. Campbell — as I called him — took a few minutes after the first show I attended, and answered every question that 7-year-old had. Yes, I already knew I wanted to be in radio and I loved listening to Bill Campbell on the radio and watching him on WCAU-TV. He made sure I met my pitching idol, personally. Over the years, I was fortunate enough to stay in touch and eventually that casual relationship grew into an incredible friendship — especially when he was on the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association Board of Governors. Thanks to Bill, I became friends with my beloved Robbie, too — No. 36. He often reminded me of that.
Bill’s passing has left a void in so many lives. He taught me so much — especially how to call football play-by-play (although baseball was my favorite sport) and an unmatched work ethic. He stressed preparation, preparation preparation and writing writing writing. He told me to become a good writer one must be an avid reader. Advice I tell my students and advice I keep with me every single day. “Soupy” was and remains a GIANT among giants. His legacy will live on for generations.
May Bill and Jo Campbell be a Blessed memory.
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(The following appeared in USA Today on May 24, 2014)
Americans love Memorial Day and, according to various polls, celebrate it in o variety of ways: 55 percent have picnics or barbecues, 21 percent take a trip somewhere, 21 percent go to a parade.
However, many Americans aren’t quite sure what the holiday represents. When a USA TODAY/CNN/Gallup poll asked Americans in 2000, “Would you hope to know why we celebrate Memorial Day?” only28 percent correctly answered that the day honors those who died while serving in the armed forces.
The most common misperception: 40 percent said the holiday is for remembering veterans,” confusing it with the November celebration of Veterans Day.
That takes us to: “What were we thinking in 1967?”
Memorial Day first come into existence during the Civil War and was celebrated annually on May 30 for more than 100 years before being officially recognized as a federal holiday in 1967. One year later, Congress passed a low moving the holiday from May 30 to the last Monday in May. lt was not a popular move. Only 38 percent of Americans favored the idea in a Harris Poll conducted in late 1962 while 59 percent were opposed.
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This is Tip 176 from The ABCs of Strategic Communication. Check it out on www dot larry litwin dot com.
Heed this advice:
If you’re preparing to travel here
are thoughts on how to avoid
lost luggage stress.
• Remember to keep valuables,
such as prescriptions, electronics
or jewelry, on you or in a
carry-on bag.
• Have with you, in a carry-on,
whatever you might need to get
through a 24-hour period if your
bags are lost.
• Make a list of what you pack so
if your luggage is lost you can
file a claim more effectively.
Include a good description of
the items.
• Wear clothing suitable for your
trip.
• If traveling on business, dress
appropriately in case the rest of
your items are lost.
Make a list of what you pack so
if your luggage is lost you can
file a claim more effectively.
Include a good description of
the items.
• Wear clothing suitable for your
trip.
• If traveling on business, dress
appropriately in case the rest of
your items are lost.
• Check to be certain that you
have an ID tag on the outside
and also put identification
inside your bag.
• If you check luggage, confirm
that the three-letter destination
tags attached to your bags are
actually for your location.
Diana Dratch – www.bankrate.com
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