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Everyone deserves a gift they get to keep all to themselves. But gifts the entire family can enjoy are always a hit. Anything that brings a family closer and gives them quality time together will be their favorite gift of the year.  A solo stove firepit to make backyard memories There is nothing quite like gathering around a warm fire in the backyard on a cool night. Try a Bonfire Bundle big enough for the entire family to gather around for storytelling or s’mores. A virtual Nex Playground A Nex Playground system keeps everyone in the family active. This AI-powered gaming system senses players’ movements as they dance, play virtual sports or even slice fruit with their hands as it flies through the air. The Nex Playground comes with five complimentary games, and additional games can be accessed with a subscription.   An axe-throwing game Even if the kids are too young to chop down trees, they can still try their hand at a Hammacher Schlemmer axe-throwing game . K...

My boys played with a drone in elementary school. When I saw the inexpensive toy nosedive in the backyard, I didn’t think their drone operating skills should be curated further. Fast forward to 2024, and ZipRecruiter states that the average annual pay for a drone pilot in the United States is $130,916 annually. A high salary for someone who doesn’t need an advanced education or to pass a challenging exam. With my oldest son graduating high school in 2026, I’m now wondering if I should have rescued that fallen drone years ago—pursuing a career as a drone pilot can now really pay off. Rapid expansion in drone use Global demand for commercial drone pilots has rapidly expanded in recent years, according to Flying magazine , with no sign of slowing down. Even as many industries are narrowing, drone pilot employment opportunities have only expanded as more and more industries are embracing evolving technologies . According to Drone Industry Insights , estimates indicate that the glob...

Wilmer Valderrama ’s habit is one that his social followers may be familiar with (#MyHourADay). But it all started offline during an early morning out in Afghanistan’s arid desert while traveling with the USO. “Everything was very quiet. I looked up—you could see every star,” he says “The air of the desert was crisp and cold, and I took a deep breath. In that moment, I found this peace that was so much more energizing than calming.” He also found time . “I [was] running out of hours in the day to get all the stuff that I’m doing done, [but I knew] I should not negotiate with my fitness,” he says. “So what I did was, I said, ‘Well, then I have to wake up earlier. Then I have more hours in the day.’” With his current roster of projects, he’s going to need all the hours he can get. An American Story He details all these projects in one of his latest undertakings, a memoir that came off Harper Select’s presses in September 2024. In An American Story: Everyone’s Invited , Valderrama c...

A good book can make you laugh, make you cry and keep you guessing. A great book can inspire you, help you see the world differently and—in the case of the four titles listed here—lead to powerful transformation in your personal and professional lives. Maybe you’re feeling like something is keeping your startup from operating at its highest potential or struggling to manage your team in ways that feel effective. Perhaps you’ve had trouble setting goals and sticking with them, or you’re dealing with imposter syndrome as you attempt to pursue your passions. Or maybe you just feel… stuck! Whatever it is, these are the books to reach for when you’re ready for a radical change. 1. The 6% Club: Unlock the Secret to Achieving Any Goal and Thriving in Business and Life By Michelle Rozen, Ph.D. We’ll give you the bad news first: In a 2023 study, Michelle Rozen, Ph.D., found that just 6% of people who decide they want to change something in their lives succeed. Hey, change is difficult! ...

Raise your hand if this sounds familiar: “Work, it’s getting harder to stay connected to the good things. Too often you take over my life. And when this happens, my priorities, happiness and even my confidence seem to hinge on you.” Author and workplace expert Sara Ross opens her book, Dear Work: Something Has to Chan ge , with this honest summation of how many of us feel about our work life. In the past four years, we’ve become consumed by work. This can be particularly true for anyone working remotely . The workday can have no clear ending or beginning, and you might have a difficult time walking away from your computer or not responding to after-work emails. “When that’s all we can think about, when our identity is our work…, the challenges we feel at work… [feel] personal, and it takes up more brain space, it takes up more heart space, and we start getting into this place where it’s hard to disconnect,” says Ross, founder of BrainAMPED, a research and strategy firm dedicated to ...

Workplace gift giving can enhance team dynamics, morale and company culture by fostering positive relationships and recognizing achievements. But when should you give gifts? And what types of gifts are appropriate? It can take time to decipher what may or may not be suitable. We asked etiquette experts, HR professionals and company leadership for tips on navigating workplace gift-giving nuances, ensuring your gestures are appropriate and appreciated. When to give gifts Determining the right occasions for gift giving in the workplace can ensure your gesture is well-received. According to the experts, gifts are appropriate not only during traditional holidays but also to mark significant milestones and achievements. Elaine Swann , a lifestyle etiquette expert, emphasizes the importance of recognizing big moments.  “It’s important to recognize pivotal moments like promotions, retirements and personal achievements,” Swann says. “These occasions are often overlooked but are essenti...