Category Archives: FAQ

Free Stuff

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Gandalfe

“The best things in life are free.” ~ American Proverb It’s a foggy, northwest winter morning and I am on vacation from work. I have been meaning to capture some of the cool free stuff (or near free) I’ve discovered … Continue reading →

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WordPress Reader Statistics

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Gandalfe

WordPress has upped their game when it comes to blog statistics. I’m loving the new counter that not only tracks views but now provides the number of vistors. Thank you WordPress!

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New Christmas Icons & Tracking Cookies

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Gandalfe

How much do you like this from All Things D? Times they are a changin’. Two things that pop out at me with this comic. This is a funny but poignant cartoon.  And all Things D warns you about tracking … Continue reading →

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Protect Yourself from ID Theft

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Gandalfe

“I don’t need to worry about identity theft because no one wants to be me.” ~ Josie Fleschute Approximately 15 million United States residents have their identities used fraudulently each year with financial losses totalling upwards of $50 billion. On … Continue reading →

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Kids are Shopping Online

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Gandalfe

“Shopping tip:  You can get shoes for 85 cents at the bowling alley.”  ~ Anon How do we introduce younger consumers to online retail? With limited research, I can say with 0% certainty that nothing comprehensive exists to teach young … Continue reading →

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Lou Adler ~ How to Win Friends and Influence People Using the Anti-DISC – Part 2

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Gandalfe

This intro to Lou’s book talks to me so much that I have to share it on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and here. I put it here because I do not want to lose this. Full disclosure, I’m an Influencer type … Continue reading →

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Guide: Boots for Seattle

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Gandalfe

“Some people wear their heart up on their sleeve. I wear mine underneath my right pant leg, strapped to my boot.” ~ Ani DiFranco I started commuting on the Seattle bus systems in January. I was an avid bus commuter … Continue reading →

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Severe Weather Plan 2012

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Gandalfe

“Climate is what we expect, weather is what we get.” ~ Mark Twain Here is what I advise my employees about work and handling severe weather. It really could go unstated, but I would feel so guilty if one of … Continue reading →

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Mr. Romney’s home town paper sez…

Posted on October 21, 2012 by Gandalfe

I couldn’t have said it better.

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Car Accidents Happen ~ Tips to the Wise

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Gandalfe

“I don’t want to die in a car accident. When I die it’ll be a glorious day. It’ll probably be a waterfall.” ~ River Phoenix This tip du jour taken from an interesting thread at work. I wanted to share … Continue reading →

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