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
Nov 10Member-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 3Member-onlyWhy Do You Alway Sabotage Yourself?When my cousin, Scotty, told me he wasn’t going to apply for his dream job and then sat glued to his smartphone, I immediately knew something was wrong. …Psychology5 min readPsychology5 min read
Oct 14Member-onlyBody Language — So much information!“It is only shallow people who do not judge by appearances. The true mystery of the world is the visible, not the invisible.” -Oscar Wilde, The Picture of Dorian Gray. All of our gestures, expressions, looks, and even how we take up personal space broadcast our true feelings to people…Psychology5 min readPsychology5 min read
Oct 3Member-onlyThe Best National Parks to Visit With Your FamilyAs a former educator, I looked for every possibility to teach my daughter about history, geography, biology, even culture, and movies. I found that our 423 American National Parks are the perfect classrooms for children, regardless of age. …4 min read4 min read
Sep 29Member-onlyToxic Friends and 8 Ways to Identify ThemDo You Attract Toxic Friends? We all know that solid friendships are vital to our mental and physical health. But do you find yourself constantly choosing people who aren’t good friends, who prefer to tear you down instead of lifting you up? …Psychology3 min readPsychology3 min read
Aug 31Member-onlySupporting Veterans in Your Community | Alexis AzriaMany veterans often face enormous challenges when they return home. They may be dealing with permanent injuries, PTSD, or changes in their families. As they re-enter civilian life, we can show our appreciation by donating our time or money to help. https://www.operationgratitude.com Operation Gratitude is a nation-wide nonprofit dedicated to…Community2 min readCommunity2 min read
