More tales of Chutzpah
Chutzpah is seen in every day life, but it is always amazing to realize that it is there pretty much every day of your life. Maybe you need it?
Fight For Your $10 A Case Study
I was ready for a battle to get $10 back from Costco, in 2009. I was (as usual) pleasantly surprised to have the money refunded happily. Costco seems to be an exception in this area.
Earth Day: Another Idea
What does Earth Day mean to you? How are you trying to leave this world better than when you first found it?
The Eaton’s Catalog and The Sweater
This article reflects on the nostalgia of the Eaton’s Catalog, once a staple of shopping in Canada, and its connection to the classic Quebecois story The Sweater by Roch Carrier. The post draws parallels between past and present shopping habits, comparing the catalog’s anticipation to today’s fast-paced online shopping. It highlights how the evolution of consumer behavior, from waiting months for a mail-order purchase to two-day delivery, has reshaped personal finance and shopping expectations.
Keywords: Eaton’s Catalog, The Sweater, Roch Carrier, shopping habits, online shopping, consumer behavior, personal finance
St. Valentine’s Random Financial Thoughts
Uncover the financial blogs around the world for St. Valentine’s Day. Explore the urban sprawl in ‘The House that Jack Built’ and what the ‘Bank CEO Pay Cut’ can mean. Find out if there is such a thing as ‘Financial Pornography’ and if ‘Job Losses’ and ‘Unemployment’ can be prevented. All with great NFB shorts!
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