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Dec 2021
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Backstories of Christmas Songs and Tradi...

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media
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We all know how easy it is to overspend when we go shopping. Plus, it is no secret that retailers do everything they can to encourage you to spend even more while you are in the store. This episode begins with some strategies to help you spend a bit less and avoid those impulse purchases that you often wish you hadn’t made once you get home. http://www.womansday.com/life/work-money/g1877/how-to-stop-impulse-buying/

Why do people kiss under the mistletoe? Why do we drag evergreen trees into our homes and decorate them with ornaments? Why is Jingle Bells such a popular Christmas song when it is really a Thanksgiving song? Ace Collins author of Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas (https://amzn.to/2QfN1NA) and Stories Behind the Best Loved Songs of Christmas (https://amzn.to/2Up4wtg) joins me to reveal the fascinating stories about some your favorite holiday traditions and songs.

Do you have the “It” factor? It’s that thing that makes people want to get to know you and perhaps become part of your life and maybe even help you succeed. Mark Wiskup is a top communications expert and coach and he is author of the book The It Factor (https://amzn.to/2EbHMXX). He joins me to explain how anyone can acquire the It factor even if you consider yourself shy or introverted.

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