Archive for December 29th, 2008

Who Will Become Greater Philadelphia's Fittest Mama? Who Will Become Greater Philadelphia's Fittest Mama?

The Open Press: One Fit Mama™ is excited to announce the arrival of its second annual ‘Fittest Mama Challenge’. Mothers in the Greater Philadelphia area will have the opportunity to participate in a 12-week intensive fitness and nutrition competition, get in the best shape of their lives, and compete against other Mommies for fantastic prizes [...]

 

Eastside Women Mean Business Eastside Women Mean Business

Bellview Reporter.com: A new networking organization on the Eastside proves once again that women mean business. Eastside Women In Business, a networking community for professional like-minded women to promote and grow their business, exchange leads, share ideas, build relationships, explore opportunities and celebrate camaraderie, hosts monthly lunch networking meetings and mixers. The organization is based [...]

 

As 2008 Ends, It’s Time For Some Trash Talk As 2008 Ends, It’s Time For Some Trash Talk

Rhonda Abrams, USA TODAY: It’s time, once again, for my annual December tradition. No, I don’t mean eating fruitcake or sending out chocolates (which I do every year). I’m talking about cleaning off my desk and files. So wear comfy clothes — jeans preferably. Go to the office. Play some lively music and start cleaning. [...]

 

Cop’s Invention Like Handcuffs For Socks Cop’s Invention Like Handcuffs For Socks

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: One of the great modern mysteries is one that plagues almost every household: the missing sock in the dryer. Some have given it a name: Missing Sock Syndrome. A relatively new product aims to prevent Missing Sock Syndrome. The Sock Cop, plastic clips that clip two socks together, was invented by Tampa, Fla., [...]

 

Five Ways To Succeed On The Web During A Recession Five Ways To Succeed On The Web During A Recession

The Wall Street Journal: Last year, consumer Internet startups sprung up left and right, looking for U.S. traffic growth and relying on the robust growth of the advertising market to make money. We enter 2009 looking down the barrel of a recession. In this environment, I predict the following trends for consumer Internet companies: 1. [...]

 

Amazon Posts A Huge Holiday Season Amazon Posts A Huge Holiday Season

MarketWatch: Amazon.com Inc. said that the 2008 holiday season “finished as its best ever.” It said it sold over 6.3 million items worldwide on its peak day, Dec. 15. The online retailer also said it had shipped more than 99% of orders in time to meet holiday deadlines. Amazon said top sellers in consumer electronics [...]