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The Ultimate Christmas Movie Watch List (1935–2020)
The Ultimate Christmas Movie Watch List (1935–2020)
Turn on the Christmas lights, pour a glass of eggnog and curl up to these 80+ movies for holiday love, laughs and adventures.
Jeff Shibasaki
Nov 18, 2020
14 Thanksgiving Movies About Family
14 Thanksgiving Movies About Family
Watch these movies about different families in the days preceding, including and following Thanksgiving.
Jeff Shibasaki
Oct 27, 2020
11 Things You Should Spell Over the Phone to Improve Communication
11 Things You Should Spell Over the Phone to Improve Communication
Learn what you should spell over the phone to avoid mistakes and improve communication.
Jeff Shibasaki
Sep 30, 2020
6 Reasons Why You Should Set Up a Medical ID on iPhone
6 Reasons Why You Should Set Up a Medical ID on iPhone
Learn why you should set up a Medical ID on your iPhone for emergencies.
Jeff Shibasaki
Sep 17, 2020
How to Write Effective Business and International Emails
How to Write Effective Business and International Emails
Learn how to write effective business and international emails in 12 steps.
Jeff Shibasaki
Sep 16, 2020
8 Ways to be Friendlier When Greeting People
8 Ways to be Friendlier When Greeting People
Use these tips to be friendlier when greeting people in everyday situations.
Jeff Shibasaki
Sep 14, 2020
Accept vs. Except
Accept vs. Except
Understand the difference between accept and except. Learn to pronounce and use each word correctly.
Jeff Shibasaki
Sep 12, 2020
The Best Way to Start Phone Conversations
The Best Way to Start Phone Conversations
Learn the best way to start phone calls with family, friends and colleagues.
Jeff Shibasaki
Sep 12, 2020
9 Quick Steps to Proofread Business Emails Like an Expert
9 Quick Steps to Proofread Business Emails Like an Expert
Become more efficient at proofreading business emails with these quick steps.
Jeff Shibasaki
Sep 8, 2020
How to Prepare, Address and Send International Mail from the U.S.
How to Prepare, Address and Send International Mail from the U.S.
Learn how to prepare, address and send international mail from the United States — the right way.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 31, 2020
How to Address U.S. Mail — Postcards, Envelopes & Packages
How to Address U.S. Mail — Postcards, Envelopes & Packages
Learn the correct way to address U.S. mail, so it doesn’t get returned or sent to the Mail Recovery Center (MRC).
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 28, 2020
How to Spell Your Name, Email & Address Over the Phone — NATO & Western Union Phonetic Alphabets
How to Spell Your Name, Email & Address Over the Phone — NATO & Western Union Phonetic Alphabets
Learn how to spell information over the phone with the NATO and Western Union phonetic alphabets.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 27, 2020
How to Decline Giving Your Personal Information at Retail Stores
How to Decline Giving Your Personal Information at Retail Stores
Learn how to decline giving your personal information (phone number, email, ZIP code) when asked multiple times at retail stores.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 26, 2020
How Much Should You Tip? A Guide to Gratuities in the U.S.
How Much Should You Tip? A Guide to Gratuities in the U.S.
Learn how much to tip (gratuity) in the United States. Who do you tip? How much do you tip? When do you tip? Get the answers.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 25, 2020
When and How to Apologize (50+ Examples)
When and How to Apologize (50+ Examples)
Learn when and how to apologize in multiple situations with family, friends, colleagues and others.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 24, 2020
How to Understand and Cope with the 4 Stages of Culture Shock
How to Understand and Cope with the 4 Stages of Culture Shock
Understand the stages of culture shock and learn how to manage getting through each stage.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 24, 2020
6 Sure-Fire Ways to Start an Engaging Conversation
6 Sure-Fire Ways to Start an Engaging Conversation
Learn how to start an engaging conversation. If you show that you enjoy meeting others, they’ll most likely enjoy meeting you.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 24, 2020
Listen to Songs About America on Apple Music
Listen to Songs About America on Apple Music
Listen to my free Apple Music playlist on U.S. holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day.
Jeff Shibasaki
Aug 24, 2020
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