Rethinking Tax Refunds as Forced Savings
The piece critiques overpaying taxes to receive refunds, noting Americans typically lose cash flow and rely on refunds for bills. It cites a $2090 average refund, urges adjusting withholdings, and suggests using refunds for genuine saving goals like an emergency fund or planned expenses.
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Parents should curb teen cell phone use, says columnist
A columnist argues that many parents enable excessive teen cell phone use driven by marketing. He cites cost, distraction, and missed funds for college or car savings, urging parents to simplify and rely on traditional norms to curb smartphone dependence.
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Workplace conflicts and the power of open dialogue
A Washington Post survey finds 89 percent experience workplace backstabbing or incivility, while 99 percent say they are not the rude cause. Trudy McCrea recounts daily clashes with a Microsoft sales partner, resolved through a candid discussion and adjusted work styles. Experts urge conflict conversations to improve morale and collaboration.
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Resumania on rambling in job applications and letters
A satirical look at resume mistakes and rambling cover letters. It mocks overblown claims and vague objectives while noting common missteps like uncertain availability, dubious education phrases, and improper formatting. It cites a fictitious firm and mailing details.
Outsourcing of U.S. Jobs Raises Election Issue
Dear E J Indiana asks how to handle outsourcing of jobs to foreign countries and losing trained work to cheaper labor. Mr Walberg notes that outsourcing moves job functions abroad for lower costs and implications for workers and policy in an election year.
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