Quotes of the Day

Set aside at least 15 minutes a day to phone or e-mail people and make plans. Practice actually speaking to people rather than messaging them. (It's much harder.) [2004] - Nicholas Boothman

Owning both a large cap and small cap ETF will give you an average return very similar to mid caps but with considerably less volatility because large and small cap stocks tend to move up and down at different times. Generally, small caps do well in good times and market recoveries because people are less afraid to jump into growth stocks. Large caps tend to outperform in periods of uncertainty, when stability and brand name familiarity are key. [2013] - Russell Wild

If you have two or more of the exact same item listed at once, there is no urgency on the part of the buyer. [2005] - Adam Ginsberg

The popularity of location-based mobile dating apps--technology that allows you to find and meet matches nearby--is growing rapidly: MeetMoi is a social introduction app that auto-intros you to new matches while you go about your day. MeetMoi sees the most user activity on Wednesdays from six to seven P.M. eastern. Badoo is a social network centered around meeting new people rather than connecting with acquaintances. [2013] - Laurie Davis

Throwing in a false time constraint (I'm in a hurry, so I can't talk long) works anywhere, not just on public transit. It puts her at ease, letting her know you won't necessarily be taking up much of her time if she isn't interested. You can actually extend the conversation as much as feasible. In fact, the longer it is the better, since if it is flowing naturally and she's enjoying herself, her interest in you will rise, the time constraint will be forgotten, and she will feel more comfortable about giving you her contact information. [2012] - Christopher Gray