Apple has unveiled its groundbreaking Apple Intelligence platform to the public, extending its reach across the iPhone, iPad and Mac, and debuting the software with a new sleek, ultra-thin iMac model—the first to feature integrated AI powered by the latest M4 chip. This refresh includes vibrant new color options and enhanced hardware, setting a new … Read more
As a business owner, your to-do list might seem miles long. Add to that list a new government-mandated action item to prioritize by the end of the year. This new requirement—which could cost businesses up to $500 per day for a continuing violation—applies to many businesses in the U.S., but not everyone knows about it. … Read more
Mario Badescu occupies a niche unlike almost any other in the skin care market. It’s a legacy brand, founded in the 1960s by the Romanian immigrant whose name it bears, and its lengthy list of celebrity clients includes Martha Stewart, Heidi Klum and Jennifer Aniston. But here, legacy is not a euphemism for luxury; they … Read more
Chicago-based entrepreneur, author and podcast host Kate Kennedy did not set out to become an internet sensation, but when an Australian radio station shared her “turn off your straightener” doormat on their social media a decade ago, the post went viral. “I was in a very Pinterest-forward era where I wanted cute home decor,” Kennedy … Read more
“All you’re going to lose is what was built for a person you no longer are.” ~Brianna Wiest I’ll admit it. I stayed in a failed marriage for five years past its expiration date. I got especially good at faking smiles in public and relegating myself to my laptop most evenings. I also sentenced myself … Read more
“That’s not my job” has been a banned phrase in many workplaces, as companies tout the “all on the same team” mindset. Yet Harvard Business Review cites “workload” as one of the top six causes of burnout and emphasizes the importance of balancing rest, relaxation and workload as the key to workplace success. Setting work … Read more
We’ve all heard the quote, “Consistency is key,” but, in reality, maintaining consistency is, ironically, a little hard to do. Whether it’s struggling to plan effectively, failing to implement long-term goals, or unsuccessfully keeping up with day-to-day tasks, inconsistency is a boldly unapologetic reminder of how we keep getting in the way of our own … Read more
Bourbon expert Fred Minnick is a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, entrepreneur, award-winning podcast host and founder of the American Spirits Council of Tasters. Yet 20 years ago, he was battling deep emotional scars and PTSD from his time in the Iraq War. He found healing using a newfound mindfulness technique that transformed his life … Read more
I cringe at my 5-year-old’s request to start a garden. The idea overwhelms me. We live in a desert city where the soil demands conditioning or needs to be replaced completely. Quality dirt isn’t cheap. Then there’s the issue of water. Will I be disciplined enough to water my plants daily? Past images of my … Read more
In a world where business success depends not only on financial performance but on the health and happiness of its workforce, human sustainability has emerged as a key priority. The term refers to creating an environment where employees can thrive, both personally and professionally, without burning out or feeling undervalued. With increasing recognition of the … Read more