ShAARP Session: Observations from AARP

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Oct '09 13

Correy Robertson | 12:01 PM | 0 Comments

According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency that oversees service programs, volunteering rose 1.5% in 2008. That's great news for a statistic that, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, has "stayed static" for 40 years. A great story from USA Today is worth checking out - it's all about volunteerism and I Participate, a program of which AARP is a partner.


The story talks about how television networks are raising awareness of the importance of volunteering in unconventional ways, tying good deeds and charity work into the plotlines of popular sitcoms and dramas, hoping to have an impact on the audience without shoving the idea in our faces via PSAs. Pretty subtle, and a good idea!


Another great story...If you haven't checked it out already, the Wall Street Journal has an enlightening series called "Laid Off and Looking" on the current job search in America. The WSJ is following out-of-work M.B.A.s on their quest to find jobs and sharing their trials and tribulations along the way. Each story is a little different, but all of the posts have garnered motivational comments from readers. Check it out.

Jun '09 26

David Goldstein | 9:54 AM | 0 Comments

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It shouldn't come as breaking news to anyone at this point, but on the off chance you hadn't heard, Michael Jackson died yesterday. For those of you who have followed the blog for a while, you may remember that I posted not too long ago on MJ turning 50 and lauded his continued vitality. Woops, might have spoken a bit too soon on that one. I can't help but wonder if my little post may have made some small contribution to the King of Pop's demise.


The 'gloved one' was without question one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Just take a look at his legacy. He broke records in album sales, and became one of the first artists to own his own and others' works. He was one of the first celebrities to go commercial with his famed advertising deal with Pepsi.


All in all Michael Jackson was one of the best out there (creepy years aside) and he will be missed by millions of fans. Also, I promise to never again give celebs the kiss of death with a post congratulating them on aging well. At least Barbie should be safe!


Goodbye Michael Jackson.

May '09 28

David Goldstein | 10:11 AM | 0 Comments

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As you can see, director Ron Howard graces the most recent cover of AARP The Magazine. Howard offers up a mix of insight into his life along with his aspirations for the future in his interview. The director talks about some of his best known works, his family life, what he's really like and much more. Also, Howard mentions that he'd like to direct films "'til he drops." It's great to see someone who is so passionate about his work.

Aug '08 29

David Goldstein | 9:30 AM | 0 Comments

Well the ranks of the over 50 crowd grew one incredible musician (and quite the eccentric) richer yesterday. Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, the Thriller himself turned 50 and was interviewed by ABC. In many ways, Jackson is the poster child for the constantly changing and adapting life of the baby boomer. Over the course of his career, Michael Jackson has gone from this:

To this:

And then sadly to this.

These days, Jackson still loves music but his focus has shifted toward his children and providing them with the childhood he never had. Michael says he can still pull off all of his old moves and he isn't showing any signs of slowing down.