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If you feel terrible about giving a late gift to a friend for Christmas or their birthday, this study has good news for you. Researchers found that recipients aren't nearly as upset about getting a ...

It’s a familiar dilemma; we sense something important in someone’s behavior or performance, something we feel they really need to hear. But should we say it? When? And how? In our professional and ...

The idyllic holiday scene — piles of presents, smiles all around — rarely matches reality. Who among us hasn’t faced the awkward silence of a gift that falls flat? Who hasn’t been disappointed by one ...

Have you planned out your holiday gift giving yet? If you’re anything like me, you might be waiting until the last minute. But whether every single present is already wrapped and ready, or you’ll hit ...

When birthdays, anniversaries or holidays come around, some people carefully craft meaningful gifts, while others scramble for a last-minute present or even forget altogether. These habits aren’t just ...

It’s been a tough year for many nonprofits — government cuts, rising prices, tariffs, and economic uncertainty. Not surprisingly, organizations are looking to shore up their fundraising dollars. While ...