Beyond the Rhetoric

One of the most amazing features of the human existence also happens to be one of the greatest sources of inner angst. With our sense of self-awareness, we are able to separate ourselves from the world around us, but it also means that we are constantly comparing ourselves to others. As social animals, we are [...]

There are many ways that you can deal with the recession. Many of us are trying to save money during these tough economic times and it seems that one of the places where we are cutting back on expenses is on food. We simply cannot afford to have steak and lobster every night. It turns [...]

Three days ago, we were flying the maple leaf in celebration of Canada’s birthday. Today, we take the opportunity to fly the stars and stripes to celebrate America’s Independence Day. I’d like to wish a very happy Fourth of July to all of readers from south of the border. Get out there and enjoy your [...]

There is a lot of mindless garbage on television these days and while some of this entertaining drivel certainly serves a purpose, you can expand your horizons through some selective channel surfing. Contrary to popular belief, it is very possible to find educational TV shows that are also entertaining and fun. Here are five of [...]

While you could certainly get the gist of your meaning across with improper grammar, this can reflect poorly on you and your company. Having good grammar is paramount for establishing and maintaining a professional image and the respect of your colleagues. Some time back, we discussed the difference between “less” and “fewer.” Both of these [...]