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Saturday, January 30, 2010

Get a bigger donation with a handshake

by Gabrielle on January 30, 2010

When collecting donations for Haiti relief, the SPCA, your kid’s soccer team, church or another organization, try touching a potential donor on the arm or shaking their hand before you deliver your pitch. Gentle touch triggers a [more…]

A guitar can guarantee your kids’ success

by Gabrielle on January 30, 2010

So can a drum set, violin, voice lessons or anything else that encourages them to be musical. A recent Harris Poll reveals that students involved in music—regardless of whether it’s a school group or a garage band—are more likely to go to college and post-graduate school. They’re also about 10% more likely to earn $150,000 or more [more…]