Scientific researchers continue to prove the benefits accrued to people with healthy interpersonal relationships and wide-ranging social circles. Those blessed with multiple positive interactions tend to live longer, are less depressed, and even have fewer health problems in general.
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I love my job as a life and business coach. Why? One, it is rewarding to see my clients implement strategies allowing them to overcome challenges that would have at one time brought them to a complete halt. Two, I love when my clients express surprise at their ability...
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Back in the late 1960s, a young man travelling through Europe decided to treat himself with a luxury watch. He paid roughly $600 for the Rolex Oyster Cosmograph Daytona. More than 30 years later, he brought the so-called 'Paul Newman' to Greg Aron of Toronto's Knightsbridge Jewellery. It's modern...
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As a professional appraiser, I pride myself on accuracy, clarity, and a defensible methodology. I believe what I'm doing and how I'm doing it is 'right.' Recent experiences have somewhat shaken my belief system, and I thought I'd share my concerns with the hope others finding themselves in any...
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Saying 'I do' with a little sparkle is not just for the bride. Given the time-consuming task of picking an engagement ring and matching band, bling for the boy may seem like an afterthought. Yet, with the multitude of styles, metals, and materials available, gents can't help but select...
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The fair's focus on instilling optimism among exhibitors and buyers alike came to the fore in its theme, "The Future. Now." In fact, fair president Roberto Ditri's emphasis on the word, 'now,' when speaking about the theme at various press events helped convey the message that today's work lays...
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One in 10,000 natural diamonds has enough colour to be deemed a fancy-coloured stone. Browns are the most common, and some mines like Rio Tinto's Argyle in Australia produce large quantities of these diamonds, which are marketed as 'champagne' in the lighter yellowish brown range and 'cognac' for the...
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Even when you follow all security precautions at your business, you can become a victim of a jewellery crime. If that happens, sharing your information with other jewellers and law enforcement is the best way to fight crime and help keep you safe.
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Pack your bags and don't forget Lady Luck. As the main event for Canadian and U.S. retailers alike, the Vegas shows set you up with the year's hottest products, laying the groundwork for a successful holiday season. Check out JB's preview of must-haves you can expect to find in...
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The best part of Darwin Copeman's day is sitting down for a coaching session with a member of his executive team. As president of Jewelers Mutual Insurance Co. (JM), he's partly tasked with growing talent in the organization, as well as adding to it. It's something he takes very...
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