3 tips to help you Make It | | DAILY DOSE OF INSPIRATION | "Every morning I read a book. That's my exercise time. Some people exercise their body — I exercise my mind." Lolly Daskal, executive leadership coach | | Three Things to Help You Make It | 1 | | | | Deal site Simple Thrifty Living calculated the average amount it costs to light a Christmas display for 34 days — from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day — for six hours a night in each U.S. state. | | 2 | | | | If you have tons of cash — or are just fantasizing about what you might give if you could — here are some over-the-top gifts that are the height of luxury. | | 3 | | | | Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella isn't a fan of "work-life balance." He has his own take, and it allows him to pursue passions and give his work meaning. Jeff Bezos swears by the idea too. | | To ensure delivery to your inbox, please add makeit@response.cnbc.com to your address book. If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely unsubscribe. | |