This Morning With Gordon Deal This Weekend with Gordon Deal November 30, 2024
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Nov 30, 2024 This discussion highlights the intriguing connection between spending habits and cultural conflicts. It dives into the growing demand for workplace etiquette, especially among younger professionals. The exploration of rising homeowners association fees reveals a financial strain many face. Additionally, the 'buy now, pay later' trend reshapes consumer behavior, particularly around the holidays. There's also a light-hearted look at airplane bathroom design and social norms during flights, showcasing the complexities of modern travel.
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Educational Divide and Politics
- President-elect Trump's era has deepened the educational divide, impacting political donations and media consumption.
- Educated Americans, who lean Democrat, donate more and spend more on reading materials, influencing media readership.
Workplace Etiquette
- Demand for business etiquette classes has surged as young workers lack professional skills, impacting workplace interactions and customer relations.
- COVID-19 and remote work partly contributed to this by reducing opportunities to learn workplace norms.
The French Fry Incident
- A high-potential employee was only ordering French fries at business dinners.
- The company hired an etiquette coach after discovering he didn't know how to use silverware.