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Stolen identity thieves using payday loans to fund bank accounts
I noticed a post on Facebook today that really intrigued me. A friend posted that they had their identity stolen by someone who used this to open up a bank…
Do you help friends or family who need money?
This has to be one of the most difficult financial situations through which to navigate. Important relationships are at stake and it seems to me that the most socially acceptable…
WWYD: How do you handle server errors on restaurant bill?
'œWhen you make a mistake, admit it. If you don't, you only make matters worse.' '“ Ward Cleaver Last night, Jeanine and I ran a quick errand at South Coast…
WWYD: Hire a Friend or More Qualified Candidate?
The hiring process can be a unique one. Whether the organization is large or small or simply a solopreneur looking for subcontractors, the question of who you hire for the…
WWYD: Witnessing illegal transactions; say something or mind your own business
'œSee everything; overlook a great deal; correct a little.' '“ Pope John XXIII Not too long ago, I noticed a drug deal going down at my gym. The alleged drug…
WWYD: Workplace Email Transgressions
Someone takes credit for your work. A project falls short of its objectives. When the boss asks how this happened, your co-worker throws you under the bus. Social ineptitude. Imperious…
WWYD: How Well Do You Tip Your Worst Enemy?
I try to get along well with everyone. While I may disagree with another's opinions or find their behaviors distasteful, I don't think there's any reason we can't be civil.…
WWYD: Be Transparent or Try and Hide Something?
The other day I was talking with a colleague that I collaborate with about how to communicate our working relationship to potential clients. I am pretty transparent in all my…
WWYD: Avoid or Accept Responsibility for a Lost Wallet?
A strange experience I had this past weekend made for a great What Would You Do? question: what level of responsibility will people accept for a lost wallet? I was…
WWYD: Profiting from the goodwill of others
It's that time of year when I pull out the file to prepare for our tax appointment and I'm always amazed at the number of receipts in there from Goodwill…