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Tony Connor has agonized over what to get people for their birthdays, Christmas etc. for many, many years. In order to build upon this foundation of angst he set up www.brightgiftideas.com, a resource for people who need inspiration when it comes to gift

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Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice How to receive a lousy gift graciously: 7 of 31

Unless you are an Oscar-worthy actor it is really quite difficult not to show at least some disappointment when presented with a putrescent gift. Here are some tactics you might want to use in this situation. 1. Go for the Oscar anyway and say it's just what you always wanted. This has the advantage of minimizing any embarra...
Jobs & Careers > Job Search (Other) Tips for networking your way to a new job: 2 of 8

There have been many, many studies that show networking to be the number one way to get a new job. It depends on the type of job and the industry you're in, of course, but even wait staff who want to (say) move ten miles closer to home are more likely to get a job in a local restaurant by talking to their boss and acquaintan...
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts Traditional and modern gifts for wedding anniversaries: 1 of 4

The traditional and modern gifts for wedding anniversaries have both good and bad aspects. The good part about it is that it focuses the mind in terms of what to get, demonstrates you have thought about it and has sentimental value. The bad is that is restricts the things you can get and in some cases makes it very difficult...
Computers & Technology > Internet Troubleshooting Beginners guide to Google PageRank: 1 of 3

Google PageRank is very much like the size of a man's you-know-what. Everyone thinks it's important, no one admits it's important (unless they have a huge one) and everyone is interested in the size of everyone else's. I started a small website earlier this year to investigate whether I could supplement my income. In researc...
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts Ideal Father's Day gifts: 3 of 8

It used to be that personalized gifts were one or two initials on a few leather goods. I used to think it was in case you lost something or it got mixed up with someone else's. That would mean every watch and pen I have should be personalized; as well as my glasses, sunglasses, car keys, shopping list, remote controls, slipp...
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift givers: How they vary in intent and execution: 1 of 2

We all approach giving gifts for birthdays, anniversaries and other occasions in different ways. Some of us are very organized, some of us let it creep up on us and some of us remember the day of the party. Outlined below are some character-types when it comes to gift giving. Which one are you? THE STOCKPILER has been know t...
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts Romantic birthday gift ideas for her: 7 of 13

First off it's important to understand what her definition of "romantic" is. It may well be very different from yours so you need to take the time to understand the sort of thing that touches her heart and would demonstrate your love for her. Find a romantic photograph, perhaps your first date, first vacation, wedding etc. a...
Celebrations & Holidays > Engagements & Proposals Gift registry tips for the engaged: 5 of 9

Yes a gift registry makes it a lot easier for you. You don't need to worry about getting three ice buckets (which I got by the way), you can be sure you'll get what you want (or at least 80%) and that most of the gifts go together. The other side of it, of course, is that it makes it easier for the guests. Trying to think of...
Relationships & Family > Married Life Great gift ideas for a tenth anniversary: 8 of 14

The tenth anniversary is a significant milestone that needs to be celebrated together and in the best way possible. The traditional symbol for the tenth anniversary is tin or aluminum - demonstrated the toughness and durability of their relationship, and their devotion to for each other. Having said that, at first glance it ...
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts 1st wedding anniversary gift ideas: 4 of 6

The first year of marriage has many challenges establishing a home together, sorting out finances, planning for the future to name but a few. It is also a time to really enjoy each other's company and get to know each other. Each of you has to make sacrifices and the first anniversary is a time to reaffirm your love for each...