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 A Vacation FaceTime with the Content Guy – “Sleepless City”

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Content Guy’s Note:  Yes, I know I’m supposed to be on vacation.  But while I’m off, I figured I’d file a daily series of FaceTime videos about a variety of off-the-beaten-path subjects that offer relevant business lessons.  I don’t want you to forget me, and I don’t want you to think I’ve forgotten you.

Just like last Friday, I’m bringing a little “OffBeat” to FaceTime – with a review of a terrific new thriller, “Sleepless City,” by Reed Farrell Coleman.

Monday is Labor Day, so I’ll see you Tuesday – MNB will be back with its usual fresh news and hand-crafted commentary.  Have a great weekend.

Sláinte!

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