Massive Relief for New Yorkers in 2025: Government Stimulus Checks Are Coming — See If You Qualify Before It’s Too Late

Massive Relief for New Yorkers in 2025: Government Stimulus Checks Are Coming — See If You Qualify Before It’s Too Late

Big news for New York residents in 2025! The state government is sending out new stimulus checks to help people...

by Kitty JamesMay 16, 2025
Social Security Surprise in May: Why Millions of Retirees Won’t Receive Their Checks This Week – The Reason Will Shock You

Social Security Surprise in May: Why Millions of Retirees Won’t Receive Their Checks This Week – The Reason Will Shock You

In a surprising update that’s leaving many American retirees scratching their heads, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that...

by Kitty JamesMay 16, 2025
$1,425 Social Security Payments Are Rolling Out This May—Find Out When 64-Year-Olds Will Get Paid and How Much You’ll Actually Receive

$1,425 Social Security Payments Are Rolling Out This May—Find Out When 64-Year-Olds Will Get Paid and How Much You’ll Actually Receive

If you're 64 years old and already receiving Social Security benefits, you may be due for a $1,425.42 payment this...

by Kitty JamesMay 16, 2025
Is Your State Sending You $120 Per Child This Summer! SUN Bucks Program Kicks Off to Help SNAP Families Feed Kids During School Breaks

Is Your State Sending You $120 Per Child This Summer! SUN Bucks Program Kicks Off to Help SNAP Families Feed Kids During School Breaks

This summer, millions of families across the country will receive a welcome boost to their grocery budgets thanks to SUN...

by Kitty JamesMay 16, 2025
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Trump vs. Biden: Where 2024 Presidential Candidates Stand On Social Security, Medicare

Trump vs. Biden: Where 2024 Presidential Candidates Stand On Social Security, Medicare

Rejecting Trump's proposition categorically, President Joe Biden unveiled a budget blueprint that would bolster Medicare and Social Security. One supporter...

by BenjaminApril 30, 2024
The Man known as “Blue Plaid Sprayer,” Arrested for the Jan 6 Riot

The Man known as “Blue Plaid Sprayer,” Arrested for the Jan 6 Riot

Another of the Jan 6 rioters was arrested after more than two years of online investigation into the riot.  ...

by EmilyJanuary 26, 2024
Kansas Arrests Related to the Jan 6, 2021, Capitol Riot 

Kansas Arrests Related to the Jan 6, 2021, Capitol Riot 

Many people living in Kansas have been arrested for the “Stop the Steal” rally that took place on Jan 6,...

by EmilyJanuary 24, 2024
Gov. Kelly Announced Three Personal Changes to her Administration

Gov. Kelly Announced Three Personal Changes to her Administration

Governor Laura Kelly announced three changes in her office based on her personal preferences. The changes were announced on Jan...

by EmilyJanuary 24, 2024
Floridians could have gotten $120 to help feed their kids. The state wasn’t interested

Floridians could have gotten $120 to help feed their kids. The state wasn’t interested

              Florida Opts Out of Federal Program Providing Grocery Assistance to Needy Families: Summer...

by WilliamJanuary 21, 2024
Failure to Stop the Conflict Now Turned into War: Failure for Biden Administration

Failure to Stop the Conflict Now Turned into War: Failure for Biden Administration

The U.S. has been waging a war in the Middle East with airstrikes in three countries. The military expense in...

by EmilyJanuary 24, 2024
The New Surfaced Deposition Video: Trump’s Attempt to Save the World from “nuclear holocaust” and More 

The New Surfaced Deposition Video: Trump’s Attempt to Save the World from “nuclear holocaust” and More 

A new video of Trump has surfaced from an April 2023 deposition of a fraud suit case against him by...

by EmilyJanuary 24, 2024
Andrew Cuomo in a Legal Battle with Attorney Letitia over His Sexual Harassment Case

Andrew Cuomo in a Legal Battle with Attorney Letitia over His Sexual Harassment Case

Andrew Cuomo, the former Governor, filed a complaint against New York Attorney General Letitia James. The complaint was filed regarding...

by EmilyJanuary 20, 2024
The Ongoing Legal War has Left Both Sides Impatient as the Elections are On-Top 

The Ongoing Legal War has Left Both Sides Impatient as the Elections are On-Top 

Federal judge Tanya Chutkan rejected Trump's plea to hold Jack Smith in contempt over his election interference case. Defense's Accusation...

by EmilyJanuary 19, 2024
New Mexico Lawmakers Determined to Impeach the Governor over Gun Restrictions

New Mexico Lawmakers Determined to Impeach the Governor over Gun Restrictions

Two Republican legislators have aimed to impeach Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham over her decision to restrict firearms in some public...

by EmilyJanuary 19, 2024
Trump’s Victory in Iowa: DeSantis and Haley Determined to Stay in the Race for Presidential Election

Trump’s Victory in Iowa: DeSantis and Haley Determined to Stay in the Race for Presidential Election

With Trump's victory in the Iowa Caucuses on Monday, DeSantis and Haley remain the two candidates now battling for the...

by EmilyJanuary 17, 2024
Joe Tacopina’ Withdrawal from Trump’s Legal Team During Two Major Cases Against Him 

Joe Tacopina’ Withdrawal from Trump’s Legal Team During Two Major Cases Against Him 

Trump's highly influential lawyer has decided to withdraw from his cases on Monday. Joe Tacopina, who has been Trump's lawyer...

by EmilyJanuary 17, 2024
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Read How CD Baby Turns a Mundane Email Into an “Exceptional Conversation”

by stevedigioiaJuly 10, 2017

Correspondence from most members of the retail industry is reduced to little more than a form letter with a few...

Good Leaders Never Want To Be On the Email Chain – Tip #32

by stevedigioiaJune 3, 2021

I once worked for a boss who led through intimidation. Whenever there was an issue to be resolved or a...

8 Things That Prove You’re Not Ready to be a Manager

by stevedigioiaDecember 7, 2015

Those not in management think a manager’s job is easy.  You get to “come in or leave when you want”,...

Why Great Service is a Trap That Will Ruin Your Business

by stevedigioiaMay 1, 2023

It’s the age-old mantra: “Provide great service and customers will come.” But is that really true? In this article, we’ll...

The Best Companies Do This Even When They Don’t Have To

by stevedigioiaAugust 5, 2019

Buffer, one of the industry-leading apps used to schedule and share content on social media, recently had a “bug” that...

Simple Yet Effective Ways to Enhance the Experience of Your Customers

by stevedigioiaAugust 2, 2021

Last weekend, my wife, daughter, and I spent a lovely afternoon at a local farm, which also happened to be...

New Laws Regarding ADU a Game-Changer for California Housing

by EmilyJanuary 11, 2024

The new year needs new updates in laws, one such pertains to the existing laws of ADU. ADU stands for...

This is How You Can Tell You’re a Customer Service Professional

by stevedigioiaSeptember 30, 2019

Many hold the title but never seem to accomplish the task. Some tout the certification letters after their name but...

At Least Grumpy Old Guys Know What Great Customer Service Is

by stevedigioiaApril 15, 2021

As I’ve gotten older, I better understand why many “old folks” (speaking from the viewpoint of me as a kid)...

The 5 Best Ways to Deal With an Upset Customer

by stevedigioiaJuly 12, 2015

Regardless of your business, there will be the inevitable situation where a customer is dissatisfied with your product or service.  It...

What Can the Mandalorian Teach You About Your Customer Service?

by stevedigioiaFebruary 15, 2021

The Mandalorian. The blockbuster hit on the Disney Channel. A keen and faithful observer can see many takeaways that relate...

All Three Suspects Arrested in the Murder of the Young Texas Couple 

by EmilyJanuary 11, 2024

The third suspect has been caught in the brutal murder of a Texas young couple. A woman, who is expected...

How Good Service In a Restaurant Affects Your Family Budget

by stevedigioiaAugust 10, 2015

You know the drill…money is tight so your spouse tells you to not spend too much.  No more $15 lunches,...

Do This Instead of Worrying About a Good NPS Score

by stevedigioiaSeptember 24, 2018

Net Promoter Score®, or NPS, measures customer experience and predicts business growth. This proven metric transformed the business world and...

What Does an Allergy Have To Do With Customer Service?

by stevedigioiaMarch 22, 2021

Those of us in the customer service industry focus much on procedures, ease of use, product availability, and the steps...

How Dunkin Donuts Made the Super Bowl Better – Tip #27

by stevedigioiaFebruary 4, 2021

Earlier today I got into a silly conversation with a friend about one of the biggest issues that we face...

How to Be a Better Retail Customer During the Holidays

by stevedigioiaDecember 16, 2019

The “holidays” are everyone’s favorite time of year. Time to share a meal with great company, whether family, friends, or...

4 Ways to Stop Being a Business of NO

by stevedigioiaAugust 13, 2018

You took out a big loan to open your business; maybe even got a second mortgage on your home. Then,...

Every Great Leader Has an Experience Book. Do You?

by stevedigioiaMarch 30, 2020

The actions of leaders should focus on common-sense decisions. A good “business-sense”, extensive life experience, having a good judge of...

12 Rules to End Bad Customer Service – Part 1

by stevedigioiaAugust 31, 2015

Much has been said and written about the “secret to customer service”.  Do this, don’t do that.  Customers want this...

Here’s How to Keep Customers Coming Back for More

by stevedigioiaNovember 2, 2015

A long-term repeat customer is the goal of every business, one who continues to purchase from you time and time...

How to Use the Starfish Story to Grow Your Business

by stevedigioiaAugust 27, 2015

One day a man was walking along the beach when he noticed a boy picking something up and gently throwing...

Make Your World Revolve Around The Customer – Tip #24

by stevedigioiaJanuary 14, 2021

Customers need to know that you have their best interests at heart. As business owners or managers, we get too...

Why Are You Hating on Your Customer So Much?

by stevedigioiaJanuary 7, 2019

My ham and cheese omelet was delicious, cooked perfectly, and piping hot. Bite after bite I tore into the food...

8 Reasons Why Customer Service Will Never Be Perfect

by stevedigioiaOctober 15, 2019

Stop, just stop it. You’re not perfect and neither are the people you have working for you. And don’t even...

6 Reasons Why Senior Managers Get So Soft

by stevedigioiaJune 6, 2015

Remember that guy you used to work with years ago, the one that was always “burning the midnight oil”, and...

5 Questions That Prove How Ethical You Really Are

by stevedigioiaFebruary 12, 2018

Look, look, there he is. Yeah, I see ‘em. Come on, let’s go – we gotta head him off before...

Big or Small Customers, Which is More Important?

by stevedigioiaNovember 9, 2015

We must nurture each customer as we do each flower in our garden.  Yes, there are the larger and more...

Do We Really Have to Tip for This?

by stevedigioiaOctober 22, 2018

I don’t like seeing tip cups on store counters in coffee shops. Some think it’s tacky, but others think it’s...

Your Customers Don’t Deserve To Be Treated This Way

by stevedigioiaJanuary 2, 2017

It was the attitude I disliked the most.  Why do they feel this way?  Where did they get their lack...