Hillbama Magic
Politicians are always cautious about raising taxes too fast, for fear of inciting the masses. After all, a revolt could result in their failure to be reelected
Word to the Wise: Syncretic
Something that’s “syncretic” (sin-KRET-ik) unites and blends together different systems (e.g., philosophical, moral, or religious).
How I Learned to Love My Glass Cooktop
“Don’t re-invent the wheel,” we’ve cautioned you in ETR. No matter what major or minor problem you’re facing, someone has already faced – and solved – it.
Switch on Your "Longevity Gene"
Resveratrol’s power to enhance your life goes beyond anti-aging…
The Sales Letter Length Debate Rages On
Michael Masterson tackled in his recent article, “How Long Should a Sales Letter Be?” You may have agreed with him that long copy wins – but not all of your fellow ETR readers did.
We Aren’t Watches, So We Shouldn’t Be Timing Things
Many economists are finally starting to use the “recession” word to describe the U.S. economy. Almost daily, someone is calling the bottom of the market.
Loose Talk Costs
Loose talk in business may not be a life and death situation, but it, too, can be costly.
Get Off the Internet
If you’ve got an Internet business, I’ve got a secret to getting your business to leap forward: Get offline.
The Art of Letting Bad Things Happen (and Weapons of Mass Destruction)
It’s not that I go out of my way to irritate people – not at all – but I recognize one critical fact: Oftentimes, in order to do the big things, you have to let the small bad things happen.
Alternative Medicine for Sleep, Part 3
If you have no trouble staying asleep, but find yourself lying awake for hours before finally drifting off, you may have onset insomnia. Here are two herbs that can help…
A Company’s Misstep Can Lead You to Profits
Starbucks (SBUX) CEO Howard Schultz recently announced that the company would start offering energy drinks in its stores. He also mentioned that Starbucks would be getting into the “health and wellness business.”
Alternative Medicine for Sleep, Part 2: A Natural Way to Get Your Zs
If you’re having trouble getting to sleep, don’t ask your doctor to pull out her prescription pad just yet. Prescription sleep drugs are often effective, but can have side effects.