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Is it Time to Eliminate the US Cent-Penny?
The US cent has been with us for over 225 years. First as the Large Cent, then the Flying Eagle/Indian Head Cent and then the Lincoln Cent. The Lincoln Cent has been around nearly 100 years. The correct terminology is cent even though many refer to the coin as a penny. […]
Coins to Own Now for the Regular Coin Collector Part I
I am often asked what coins should the common collector own. If you are like me, and most coin collectors, I cannot plunk down 7 figures for a coin. Heck, I cannot afford 4 figures for a coin.
Yet most of us have a desire to see our collection grow in value. While […]
The Top 5 Things to do to Waste Time at Work
It’s another dreary day at work. Way too many boring meetings. Do you have a boss that does not appreciate your hard work? (Are you reading this at work??) Your job is just really boring. What is a person to do? Fear not, let’s discuss the top 5 ways to […]
Do You Have a Smelly Coworker?
Let’s face it, if you work, you undoubtedly have run into a smelly co-worker. These folks come in all types and even are in all different levels of authority. Yes, even those on the upper level of the corporate ladder may be a smelly reeking, stinking coworker. You can try to hide […]
Shoplifting Is On The Rise At Wal-Mart
For years Wal-Mart led the retail market with below average shoplifting rates. Recently though, shoplifting rates at the largest retailer are on the rise.
Industry wide, shoplifting rates have been in decline as retailers have implemented more security systems such as closed circuit TV and other anti-theft devices that are encoded into products. Even […]
Do You Love or Despise Wal-Mart?
Wal-Mart has become the largest corporation in the world employing hundreds of thousands of people in the United States and over a million world-wide. The big retailer posted revenues of $351.1 billion and profits of $11.3 billion in 2006. Wal-Mart has topped the Fortune 500 list five out of the last six years. […]
