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Do Consumers embrace changes?

August 31st, 2014

I like dependable products and services so I don’t readily accept change. This lack of flexibility has given me some grief as I struggle to get on board with new technologies and the nickname of ‘dinosaur’ by some of my frustrated friends. I just don’t like change, as the old saying goes, ‘If it isn’t [...]

What is the solution for unruly customers?

August 26th, 2014

I have often used this platform to call out those businesses who provide poor customer service. This is because the motto of every business should be based on the concept that, ‘The customer is always right.’ What though if the customer is wrong? A number of customers show total disregard for the store’s policy or [...]

What is the true cost of the fare increase?

August 23rd, 2014

I can’t keep up with the ever changing increases in bus fares. I understand that the once $60.00 that was to be paid by senior citizens will now be reduced to $40.00. I read a news report in which it was suggested that the fare was reduced because of consultations with various interest groups. This [...]

Is Ignorance Bliss? – Do Consumers want to know about the products they buy?

August 19th, 2014

Do you use toothpaste? Well on behalf of those of us who have to interact with you I would certainly hope that the answer to that question is a resounding yes! Recently a news report highlighted that recent research had revealed that a chemical linked to cancer has been found in a prominent brand of [...]

How to Save money when you clean!

August 15th, 2014

I am by no means an obsessive cleaner but I like when my house is clean. Unfortunately, since I have developed seasonal allergies, cleaning has become a hazard as the chemicals often provoke allergy attacks. Another problem is the cost of these household chemicals. The typical cost for a bottle of household cleaner is between [...]

How to entertain children on a budget!

August 12th, 2014

So it’s summer and that means the children are home for the holidays. Summer classes are over and they are begging you for some entertainment but the problem is you have no extra money! In fact summer is the worse time to spend a lot of money since in a few weeks parents have to [...]

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