PinnedRed Flags of Toxic Managers & CompaniesHow to help new college graduates identify problematic workplaces Given our obsession with wealth and power on social media, the majority of us can easily fall prey to corporate fraud. In fact, white-collar crime costs Americans $3 billion per year. And if you’re a new college grad, lacking business experience…Fraud4 min readFraud4 min read
PinnedMember-onlyNegative SEO Attacks and How to Fight ThemThe Danger of Negative SEO Attacks A hidden well-organized negative SEO (search engine optimization) campaign against you can wipe out your Internet footprint, obliterate online rankings, or cause you to be de-indexed by Google. It can do irreparable harm to your reputation and earning potential. And if these malicious actors circumvent the current laws by targeting…SEO7 min readSEO7 min read
PinnedMember-only10 Financial Tips They Never Tell Young WomenAs my daughter and her friends finished their first year working in Manhattan, it became evident that equal pay and sexual harassment are still challenges for most women. As they navigated difficult hurdles at their offices, they would ask me my thoughts on a supervisor’s actions, a co-worker’s response, or…Finance4 min readFinance4 min read
PinnedMember-onlyVisiting the Big Apple with Your FamilyNew York City is a fantastic place to bring children. We have Broadway, the Statue of Liberty, Yankee Stadium, and even the Museum of Ice Cream. In addition, America’s history is embedded in every district. For example, George Washington lived in the presidential mansion on Cherry Street during New York’s…Family Travel4 min readFamily Travel4 min read
Jan 12Member-onlyThe Lasting Damage of Narcissistic Fathers on DaughtersWe cannot underestimate the long-term damage inflicted on the daughters of narcissistic dads or how these relationships become the templates for future partners. With their disregard for personal boundaries, these charismatic men expect everyone including their children to satisfy their smallest whim. If they do not receive the demanded narcissistic…Narcissism4 min readNarcissism4 min read
Dec 28, 2022Member-onlyWhat I Learned in 3 Months from 20 Men and a MatchmakerWhat I Learned in 3 Months from 20 Men and a Matchmaker Five and a half years after my divorce, I decided to jump into the dating pool for at least three months. Instead of saying no to first dates, I decided to say yes. Was I crazy? Perhaps. But…Dating6 min readDating6 min read
Dec 13, 2022Member-onlyAlexis Azria on Assistive Technologies Being Used in ClassroomsIn the U.S., the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act guarantees that all eligible children who require special education, regardless of the nature or severity of their disability, receive a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. These students also have to be provided with reasonable accommodations. …Assistive Technology2 min readAssistive Technology2 min read
Dec 13, 2022Member-onlyAlexis Azria on the Best Museums to Visit With Your Children Around the United StatesChildren’s museums are known for their interactive exhibits, which encourage kids to explore and learn. If you’re looking for great educational opportunities for your children, consider putting one of these institutions on your next travel itinerary. Liberty Science Center The Liberty Science Center is located in Liberty State Park in Jersey City near…Children4 min readChildren4 min read
Nov 10, 2022Member-onlyFire on the 20th Floor — A Parent’s Worst NightmareFirefighters fought a four-alarm blaze at my daughter’s building in midtown Manhattan. The blaze, caused by an e-bike’s lithium-ion battery, engulfed the 20th floor. Nearly 40 people were injured, and 7 were critically harmed. The water and smoke damage displaced numerous families. Some ceilings collapsed, and toxic fumes filled the…Safety2 min readSafety2 min read
Nov 9, 2022Member-onlyAlexis Azria on Educational Travel Opportunities for Lifelong LearnersUnlike traditional guided tours, educational travel programs are led by highly experienced experts in history, architecture, and art, explaining in depth a country’s past and present, and its culture. The disadvantages of these tours are the higher costs and lack of opportunities to explore by yourself. Although they are usually…Education3 min readEducation3 min read
