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I have enjoyed a dynamic operations management career leading international organizations through start-up, accelerated growth, acquisition, change and revitalization. After 10 years in the restaurant business followed by 12 years in the corporate world,

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Autos > Buying & Selling Cars Negotiating tips for buying a new car: 1 of 14

When buying a new car, as in any negotiation, "Knowledge is power". In order to successfully negotiate a great deal on your new car, let me share with you the key pieces of information to arm yourself with before you walk into the dealership, where to find that information and how to use it to your advantage: (1) KNOW WHAT Y...
Jobs & Careers > Professionalism Careers: Handling the revolving door above you: 1 of 8

If you've worked for any one company for very long, chances are that you've been exposed to the revolving door above you. Change at the top could be evidence of growth in the organization (your boss has been promoted), or it could be a sign of serious trouble (you're on your fourth supervisor this year, and it's not even Eas...
Jobs & Careers > Getting Ahead How to get that promotion: 2 of 14

As a director at a Fortune 500 company with 10+ years of management experience, I have promoted quite a few people over the course of my career. The most important factors that I have considered in my decision-making process are the following: (1) ATTITUDE: I look for a candidate who is positive about their current role, the...
Travel > Travel Services & Resources Travel website reviews: Priceline.com: 1 of 6

Priceline.com, which also operates Travelweb.com, Lowestfare.com, RentalCars.com and Priceline.co.uk, is one of the leading online travel providers for deal-seeking leisure travelers. Offering a complete range of travel services including pricing, availability and reservations for flights, accommodations, car rentals, cruise...
Jobs & Careers > Career Path & Goals Careers: How not to burn bridges when you leave your job: 3 of 16

Whether you've worked for your employer for a few months or for several years, chances are that you've built some relationships, expertise and a reputation. Now you've decided to leave for greener pastures or you have been asked to leave. Either way, despite your feelings about your imminent departure, it is important to pre...
Travel > Travel Services & Resources Travel website reviews: CheapTickets.com: 1 of 5

Cheaptickets.com is another of Travelport's successful brands (they also operate Orbitz.com) providing discounted leisure travel products to online buyers. Although Cheaptickets.com started out selling discounted airline tickets back in 1986, the site has expanded to include discounted accommodations, rental cars, cruises, v...
Travel > Travel Services & Resources Travel website reviews: Travelocity.com: 1 of 5

Don't be deceived by Travelocity's dim-witted Roaming Gnome - this company is no lightweight! With the recent acquisition of LastMinute.com, Travelocity.com has become one of the biggest contenders in the online travel market with $10.1 billion in gross global travel bookings in 2006. Travelocity.com provides users with comp...
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Romantic ways to show your love: 5 of 21

Romance is all about the distinct emotional connection you share with your partner. As such, showing your love in a romantic way must also be a unique, personal and private expression of your feelings. Instead of ponying up for a dozen roses, invest some thought and a little creativity into a gesture that will truly dazzle t...
Jobs & Careers > Nonprofit & Service Sector Waiting staff: How to double your tips: 4 of 14

I worked in the restaurant business for almost 10 years before I traded in my apron and notepad for a suit and a PC. During that time, I realized that waitressing was a very rewarding gig since the bulk of my earnings were generated from tips - and the size of the tip I received from each guest was reasonably within my contr...
Travel > Travel Services & Resources Travel website reviews: STATravel.com: 1 of 3

STA Travel is an IATA (International Air Travel Association) certified, privately owned travel agency that boasts 450+ walk-in retail locations in more than 75 countries around the world, with partners extending that reach to 1500 branches. STATRAVEL.com is the online division of this successful brick & mortar travel retaile...