As part of a careerbuilders.com annual survey on absenteeism, the site shared some of the unusual excuses that hiring managers had heard from employees.

Gargaro's World: An HVAC Bailout?

January 23, 2009

By Kyle Gargaro

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Everywhere you turn there are government bailout discussions. Everyone from major financial institutions on Wall Street to domestic auto companies are looking for some cabbage from the taxpayer.

Gargaro's World: Is Air Conditioning a Luxury or Necessity?

January 7, 2009

By Kyle Gargaro

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There is no doubt that air conditioning is an important product for America. However, a recent survey from the Pew Research Center reaffirms what all of us know.

Gargaro's World: A Blast From the Past

December 22, 2008

By Kyle Gargaro

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All of the quotes here are attributed to Thomas Jefferson. With the backdrop of this very volatile time, this is some pretty scary foreshadowing.

Gargaro's World: Business Lessons

December 14, 2008

By Kyle Gargaro

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A good owner is always looking for some solid management advice. In addition, every solid employee should be looking for ways to be a better worker.

Gargaro's World: Old School HVAC

December 2, 2008

By Kyle Gargaro

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One of my google alerts provided a link to this web page that showcases the three coolest ancient air-conditioning devices. Obviously this is very subjective, but I thought each of my three readers might enjoy.

Gargaro's World: Invest in a 401 Keg

November 19, 2008

By Kyle Gargaro

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The following info was sent into me by one of my three readers. As an investor with very limited knowledge of the stock market, this makes perfect sense to me.

Gargaro's World: Polls, Polls, and More Polls

November 3, 2008

By Kyle Gargaro

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During this election season, which thankfully comes to a close this week, we have been inundated with polls. However, a Zogby Poll that recently crossed my desk did peak my interest.

Gargaro's World: IAQ Radio Show Broadcasts 100th Show

October 24, 2008

By Kyle Gargaro

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I am not sure if it has the number of listeners of a Rush Limbaugh or Howard Stern. However, IAQ radio is celebrating show No. 100 today (Oct. 24).

Gargaro's World: Did Not See This in Rocky IV

October 16, 2008

By Kyle Gargaro

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I guess they do things a little differently in Russia. The picture below shows a resourceful young man attempting to install some product in a very unconventional manner.

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