Take Back Your Lunch Hour

Once a revered staple of the working day, "lunch hours" have become a relic of the past. Lost are the days when employees would leave a note on their chair saying "Out to Lunch."  Sadly, these breaks from the office have been replaced with meals eaten at the desk with our eyes glued to our Blackberries or computer screens. According to a 2012 survey of North American works by Right Management, only one in five workers reported taking a real...

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Have Them at Hello - Conversation Starter Tips

"I like men with quick wit, good conversation and a great sense of humour. I love banter. I want a man to like me for me - I want him to be authentic." -- Emma Watson  You spot someone across the room, your eyes lock, you feel a little giddy and there's a sense of excitement in the air. What do you do? Walking up to a total stranger and starting a conversation can be terrifying. Learning to overcome your fears and approaching the person...

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Date Tips: Top Picks for Italian

There's nothing more romantic than Italian food. -- Elisha Cuthbert Most of us would agree.  According to a recent It's Just Lunch survey, Italian takes first place for top cuisine choices on the first date with 46% of the vote.  At 19%, steakhouses came in second, followed by Japanese (16%), Mexican (11%) and French (8%). Since many dates start with deciding where to meet, it is a good idea to have a restaurant of choice ready to...

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