As the business that went through digital disruption in such a highly visible way, we can be grateful that we now know what not to do.

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"The original London streets on the traditional board will now take on a distinct island twist but we need the public's help to do this and would be very grateful if suggestions could be offered, " he said.

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And yet I do feel lucky -- lucky to be alive and grateful to be in the midst of a season of fewer struggles.

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But I found a different gratitude prompt: I remind myself to be grateful every time I sit down at my computer or laptop (which I do, oh, about 20-30 times a day).

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The owner ceases to be grateful for his current customers and switches his loyalty away from the real men and women who currently do business with him and toward the imaginary men and women whom he hopes will do business with him when he makes it big.

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