Last week, Virgin chairman Richard Branson made a surprising announcement. According to him, about 170 members of his personal staff are allowed to take days off whenever they like, without having to … [Read more...]
Why Passenger Shaming Exists
This summer I took a flight to visit friends. As I boarded the plane, I noticed that a woman in the front row was sprawled out and was eating a sandwich while resting her bare feet on the seat next to … [Read more...]
Dining Etiquette To Remember
When I was growing up, my mother always insisted that it was rude to ask someone a question just as they were taking a bite of food. It’s an etiquette pointer that I firmly believe in to this day. You … [Read more...]
Be A #Girlboss
A friend of mine has a daughter who just recommended the book #Girlboss to me. Having now read it, I too am convinced that it’s a must-read for any young career woman. The book, which is sort of a … [Read more...]
What Parents Really Think When You Give Them Unsolicited Advice
A lot of the mothers I know complain about being approached by strangers who can’t resist offering unsolicited advice. Somehow, this person thinks he or she knows better than the child’s mom as to … [Read more...]