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Does Private Browsing Really Shield You from Prying Eyes?

You can find the “Private Browsing” or “Incognito” mode in Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Safari, and Chrome browsers, but, is this feature doing what you think it’s doing? “Going private” sounds reassuring, but there may be misconceptions about what using this mode of internet browsing really accomplishes. The Conversation says, “A common misconception is that these […]

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Book Review: “Bezonomics”

Review by Myra Salzer This exploration began when more than one of our clients asked that Steve avoid investing in Amazon. I thought, “What’s wrong with Amazon?! Jeff Bezos is my hero! Has been for many, many years.” It started in the ‘90s when all he sold online were books. At the time, it was […]

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What is the Swedish Secret, “Lagom,” and How Could It Lead to a Balanced Life?

“Swedish people take their time. They stop, they look, they listen, and they wait. The beauty of slowing down, I’ve learned, is that it helps you be more in the moment and enjoy the simple pleasures in life. And there’s something very relaxing and satisfying about it, too.” – Brantmark If you found yourself getting […]

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How to Handle Tough Conversations: Advice from a Hostage Negotiator

Do you fear having a difficult conversation with someone in your life? Not all conversations are easy to have with loved ones or children or co-workers. Discussing politics, money, racism, health concerns, and other tricky topics can lead to intense talks, and you may wonder how you should navigate those potentially rocky seas. The WSJ […]

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Keeping the Bombing out of “Zoombombing”

Zoom has exploded in popularity since virtual social gatherings and remote work have become a thing of normality during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, with popularity comes an opportunity for some to exploit the service. Have you heard of Zoombombing? Iconic IT describes it as, “an action taken by a bad actor to disrupt your meetings, […]

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How to Spruce Up Your Home While Staying Safer at Home

What should you do while you’re stuck at home? You may have already gone through the stages: home workouts, baking sprees, catching up on your favorite TV shows – even yard work. But how about those long-overdue home projects? Here is a list of easy projects that can be completed indoors: Rearranging for a fresh […]

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