by Patricia Rossi | Aug 30, 2013
Labor Day seems like a great opportunity for a weekend away or a poolside barbeque. This day of rest was created just for that! The first Monday in September is Labor Day, a United States holiday to celebrate the contributions of our nation’s workers. In honor of our country’s hard-working men and women, many businesses [...]
by Patricia Rossi | Aug 29, 2013 |
It was 17 years ago during a European cruise when my husband and I first met the Arrudas. They were celebrating their honeymoon and we were celebrating our 3rd anniversary. We experienced 10 days of whirlwind travel alongside them. Walking through romantic Sorrento, exploring the majestic ruins of Pompeii, surviving a rented Jeep through Greek [...]
by Patricia Rossi | Aug 26, 2013
This month, I had the good fortune of working with 30 neurosurgeons at the University of South Florida. I was so impressed by these individuals; even though they worked on the head, they were all heart! They were eager to learn more about putting others at ease and honoring everyone they come in contact with. [...]
by Patricia Rossi | Aug 20, 2013
Stay Graceful on the Greens – 10 Etiquette Tips for the Golf Course Whether you hit the golf course every weekend or only go to the occasional charity tournament, there are simple etiquette rules surrounding the game of golf. Even non-golfers know to yell “FORE!” after hitting a ball that is headed in someone’s direction. [...]
by Patricia Rossi | Aug 12, 2013
Beyond leaving gratuity for meals, the tipping world can be difficult to keep track of. Is 15% too low or too high? Does a service charge cover gratuity? Is a one-time gift appropriate? With cost-of-living in the U.S. increasing and wages not quite keeping up, tipping is turning into a necessity in the eyes of [...]
by Patricia Rossi | Jul 26, 2013
Successfully working from a home office can be one of the most satisfying endeavors you take on during your professional career. Forbes reported 30 million Americans are working from home at least one day a week. That’s one in five! You can learn the value of your time and balance your schedule by your own [...]
