In a great scene from the sitcom “The Office,” Dunder Mifflin office manager Michael Scott haphazardly assures his employees that their in-house “backend” jobs are safe from the encroachment of…
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Some of my opinions make me unpopular with certain people. I like to consistently challenge the status quo and I strive to do what is “right” but that is not…
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In a recent rush-hour subway commute, I was struck by an inscription on a fellow commuter’s shirt. It simply said, “Live Generously.” As I continued my harried trek to the…
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Wear What You Want; Mean What You Say I’m a mom, I’m a spouse, I’m an athlete, and I’m a successful business executive. In the recent past, these facets of…