Posts by Richard Steed

It’s a random Wednesday morning, and Linda walked into the office with a vase of purple hydrangeas and placed them on my desk. Linda: Here. These are for you. Me:…

I just returned from my vacation, sat down at my desk, and started getting organized for my first day back at work. My colleague, Joanne, who sits next to me,…

The concept of “buy local” isn’t just a heartwarming catchphrase; it holds tangible short- and long-term benefits. Whether you are looking to enhance the security of your confidential information or…

In a world where goodness is innate and nature is considered inherently good, it’s only natural for us to strive towards environmental friendliness. Yet, in our daily lives and businesses,…

In today’s digital age, data holds immense value, offering insights into consumer behaviors and preferences. Yet, amidst its benefits, personal data also attracts malicious intent from identity thieves and fraudsters…

Have you ever heard the phrase, “Oh, to be a fly on the wall”? It refers to the desire to witness the unseen, to know what’s happening behind closed doors.…

On February 2, 2024, as Punxsutawney Phil’s shadow takes center stage for some, it also marks the end of Tax Identity Theft Week—a period that sheds light on critical lessons…

You’ve made the decision to outsource your document shredding, whether to ensure compliance with privacy regulations or as a cost-effective solution that allows your staff to focus on essential business…

When? December 21, 2023 is the Winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, when the North Pole is positioned at its maximum tilt away from the Sun. Even though this day…

Last-Minute Report Due On a Thursday afternoon I remembered I had to write a report for the upcoming General Annual Meeting by the end of the week. To help with…