About Author: Luanne Kadlub

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Luanne Kadlub is communications editor for the BBB of Northern Colorado and Wyoming. Follow her @BBBLuanne and on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Posts by Luanne Kadlub

  • Does it really take a $10 coupon to get me into a store? Apparently so. And I’m not alone. This week JC Penney released its first quarter 2012 report showing a $163 million loss in revenue. Mostly because of coupons. Or, rather, lack thereof.

    Influenced by Coupons

    Posted on May 17, 2012 | 1 Comment
    Does it really take a $10 coupon to get me into a store? Apparently so. And I’m not alone. This week JC Penney released its first quarter 2012 report showing a $163 million loss in revenue. Mostly because of coupons. Or, rather, lack thereof.

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  • A while back my daughter dropped in to an empty house to find the TV left on and Bella, our golden retriever wannabe, sitting on the sofa watching – intently!

    A New Breed of TV

    Posted on April 25, 2012 | 1 Comment
    A while back my daughter dropped in to an empty house to find the TV left on and Bella, our golden retriever wannabe, sitting on the sofa watching – intently!

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  • What may have seemed like a smart marketing strategy at the time – using phony news websites to sell products – has six online marketers of acai berry supplements and other weight-loss products paying big time.

    News vs. Phony News – an Online Dilemma

    Posted on February 2, 2012 | 1 Comment
    What may have seemed like a smart marketing strategy at the time – using phony news websites to sell products – has six online marketers of acai berry supplements and other weight-loss products paying big time.

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  • Cold and dreary winter months allow plenty of time for gardeners to study planting guides, check out new floral varieties and devise – or revise – garden beds.

    How Hardy is Your Zone?

    Posted on January 27, 2012 | 1 Comment
    Cold and dreary winter months allow plenty of time for gardeners to study planting guides, check out new floral varieties and devise – or revise – garden beds.

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  • My daughter started her first full-time job this month. My jaw dropped when she recited the list of benefits that come with her position. Along with medical/dental/vision/life insurance, her new employer offers pet insurance.

    Employers Up the Ante

    Posted on January 13, 2012 | 1 Comment
    My daughter started her first full-time job this month. My jaw dropped when she recited the list of benefits that come with her position. Along with medical/dental/vision/life insurance, her new employer offers pet insurance.

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  • Still puzzled about what to give friends and family this holiday season? The BBB offers a few nontraditional ideas.

    Ideas for Nontraditional Gifts

    Posted on December 15, 2011 | 1 Comment
    Still puzzled about what to give friends and family this holiday season? The BBB offers a few nontraditional ideas.

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  • In a few short days it will be everybody's favorite holiday - Black Friday! It's time to make your plan and head out for all the great sales. But are the deals really that much better than any other day?

    Do Black Friday Deals Live Up to Hype?

    Posted on November 21, 2011 | No Comments
    In a few short days it will be everybody's favorite holiday - Black Friday! It's time to make your plan and head out for all the great sales. But are the deals really that much better than any other day?

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  • This year, shopping for the holidays is not just about location – online vs. brick and mortar – but about how to get the best bang for your buck. And dare I say, it will also be about customer service.

    4 Keys to Being a Good Customer

    Posted on November 3, 2011 | 1 Comment
    This year, shopping for the holidays is not just about location – online vs. brick and mortar – but about how to get the best bang for your buck. And dare I say, it will also be about customer service.

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  • Heavy, wet snowstorms in Colorado and New England have taken a toll on deciduous trees and now communities big and small are dealing with an overabundance of broken limbs and trees that resemble peeled bananas.

    How to Find Trustworthy Tree Service

    Posted on November 1, 2011 | 3 Comments
    Heavy, wet snowstorms in Colorado and New England have taken a toll on deciduous trees and now communities big and small are dealing with an overabundance of broken limbs and trees that resemble peeled bananas.

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  • October is the season for ghosts, goblins and ghouls. Unfortunately, they’re not all friendly like Casper nor are they like neighborhood kids ringing your doorbell in search of treats. Instead, you need to be on the alert for those who will play tricks on you while you’re playing, doing business or shopping online.

    Online Spooks Aim to Scare

    Posted on October 18, 2011 | No Comments
    October is the season for ghosts, goblins and ghouls. Unfortunately, they’re not all friendly like Casper nor are they like neighborhood kids ringing your doorbell in search of treats. Instead, you need to be on the alert for those who will play tricks on you while you’re playing, doing business or shopping online.

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