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RISMEDIA, Jan. 2, 2008-While the advent of the iPhone seemed to be the "end-all" as far as technologies were concerned for 2007, there are other electronics making their debut that have been making the lives of professionals both a little easier and not to mention, fun.
RISMEDIA, Jan. 1, 2008-Each year people around the world celebrate the turn of the new year. In New York City's Times Square, and on millions of television screens across the nation, party-goers watch the annual descent of the legendary New Year's Eve ball.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 31, 2007--Sticking to New Year's resolutions is simple when visiting any of the urban destinations that are part of America's Greatest Cities (AGC) -- a marketing collaborative that includes Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle. Whether the goal is to save more money, stay healthy or see something new, there are plenty of ways to honor those personal commitments in 2008.
By Jaclyne Badal
RISMEDIA, Dec. 28, 2007--(The Wall Street Journal Online)--Careers are easy to neglect. If the paychecks keep coming and the boss is tolerable, most people get into a routine and direct their attention elsewhere.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 27, 2007-In its ongoing quest to know the executive job market inside-out, TheLadders.com, an online marketplace for $100k+ jobs, has been surveying its members since its launch in 2004. Over that time, TheLadders.com has covered everything from the frequency of office romances to the value of advanced degrees.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 24, 2007-If Perry Como was recording "I'll Be Home for Christmas" today, he might have to expand the lyrics to include, "I'll Be Home the Day Before Christmas." According to a survey by The Regus Group, nearly half (49%) of all Americans will be out of the office on December 24 this year.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 24, 2007-If Perry Como was recording "I'll Be Home for Christmas" today, he might have to expand the lyrics to include, "I'll Be Home the Day Before Christmas." According to a survey by The Regus Group, nearly half (49%) of all Americans will be out of the office on December 24 this year.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 21, 2007-Come January 2008, instead of hitting the gym to get in shape more Americans will go to their savings bank to get serious about their financial fitness, according to a national survey conducted by InsightExpress for Countrywide Bank. More than two-thirds of respondents (67%) said that becoming more financially fit, and thus, saving more money, is a top 2008 New Year's resolution, while
RISMEDIA, Dec. 20, 2007-FranklinCovey released the results of its third annual New Year's Resolutions Survey, which polled 15,031 customers. The survey found that respondents' top three New Year's resolutions or goals for 2008 are to (1) get out of debt or save money, (2) lose weight, and (3) develop a healthy habit like exercise or healthy eating.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 19, 2007-Dallas or Houston? Tampa or San Antonio? While there may not be any snow, and you're more likely to need sunglasses than a coat, these southern cities are tops when it comes to decking the halls. According to data provided by Superpages.com, Dallas outdoes New York as this year's Holly-Jolliest City - Houston takes third, and Tampa is fourth.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 18, 2007-A recent survey shows that while more than half of the companies polled have year-round green programs, few have instituted special procedures to take advantage of sparsely populated offices during the second half of December.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 17, 2007-In a month filled with several major holidays including Kwanzaa, Hanukah, Christmas, and New Year's Eve, the halls of offices everywhere are not only decked, but very, very quiet.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 14, 2007- Eventful.com recently revealed which cities have the most going on, providing a valuable insight into the character and vitality of each area. In its first annual ‘Most Eventful Cities' rankings, Eventful.com lists U.S. cities by the
RISMEDIA, Dec. 13, 2007-According to a survey, a surprising number of customers rated being kissed on New Year's Eve as more important than meeting someone new, watching their weight over the holiday season, or getting all the right gifts this year.
RISMEDIA, Dec. 12, 2007-It happens once a year. The holidays creep up on us with family gatherings, presents, and shopping lists. Everybody seems happy and has somewhere to go. Even with all of the food and good cheer going around during the holiday season the truth is that a lot of people suffer from depression and aren't sure why they feel so blue.
