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Spring Forward! The Surprising, Funny History Behind Changing the Clocks
Discover the funny, surprising history of changing the clocks! Learn how clocks and Daylight Saving Time evolved from a joke to a global practice.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
22 hours ago3 min read


Is Technology Shaping You More Than You’re Shaping It?
I walk down the street, sit at my desk, hit the gym—and everywhere I go, technology follows.
Notifications, AI, algorithms… convenient, even comforting. But who is really in control? Am I making my own decisions, or is technology nudging me without me noticing?

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Feb 262 min read


Love Is in the Air… But What About at Work?
Valentine’s Day is a reminder that relationships matter.
But when relationships develop at work, the conversation shifts from personal to professional.
The recent Coldplay concert incident showed how quickly a private dynamic can become a public governance issue. The real lesson isn’t about romance. It’s about leadership responsibility, transparency, and culture.
As HR professionals and business leaders, we don’t manage emotions. We manage risk, fairness, and trust.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Feb 123 min read


Surviving the Midwest Warehouse Winter
The post offers HR-guided advice for Midwest warehouse workers in severe winter conditions, focusing on warmth and safety

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Feb 52 min read


🎄 The AVAY Holiday Survival Guide: Eat, Drink, & Don’t Go Broke
As the holidays approach and winter weather kicks in, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a party, relax, and spread good cheer. But it’s also a time when overspending, waste, and icy roads can sneak up on us.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Dec 9, 20253 min read


Winter Is Coming… and So Is the Heating Bill!
Here’s the cold truth: about 90% of U.S. homes use some form of heating, and nearly half of all home energy costs go straight to staying warm. So, if your wallet starts shivering in January, you’re not alone. The good news? A few small changes can make a big difference.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Nov 10, 20252 min read


AI's Spooky Side Hustles: When Tech Gets Trick-or-Treat Weird
Strange ways people are unleashing artificial intelligence this fall

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Oct 30, 20253 min read


💀 Death, Candy, and Coffins: What the World Teaches Us About Life (and Waste)
Every October, people around the world celebrate death — but not always in the same way. For some, it’s about ghosts and candy. For others, it’s about honoring loved ones or even trying out their own funeral. It’s a strange, beautiful reminder that how we face death often reflects how we live

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Oct 21, 20253 min read


AVAY at SCTE EXPO 2025 + Join Us This Weekend at Westerville’s Repair Café! ♻️
Our team had an incredible time at the SCTE Expo, where leaders from across the broadband, telecom, and cable industries gathered to discuss the future of connectivity. The energy was electric — and so was the passion for sustainability.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Oct 6, 20252 min read


Why E-Waste Recycling Events Matter (and How You Can Join the Next One in Akron!)
Have you ever wondered what happens to that old laptop gathering dust in your closet, or the phone charger tangled in a drawer that you haven’t used in years? You’re not alone. Most of us hold onto outdated electronics because we’re not sure what to do with them. That’s where community e-waste recycling events come in—like the ones we host at AVAY.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Sep 19, 20252 min read


Falling for Fun: Leaves, Learning, and the Wild World of Pumpkin Spice
Fall is here! The air turns crisp, the leaves transform into fiery shades of red and gold, and everywhere you go, you can smell the unmistakable scent of pumpkin spice. Fall is a season that invites cozy sweaters, hot drinks, and—if you’re up for it—a little bit of weirdness. At AVAY, we love celebrating the season in ways that are fun, sustainable, and educational.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Sep 5, 20253 min read


How to Make E-Recycling a Household Habit
Every household has that drawer—the one stuffed with old phones, tangled chargers, and gadgets that haven’t seen the light of day in years. Multiply that by millions of households, and it adds up fast: the world generated 62 million tons of e-waste in 2022, but less than one-quarter was properly recycled.
That means billions in valuable materials are literally being thrown away. According to the United Nations, 2022’s e-waste contained $91 billion worth of precious metals an

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Aug 26, 20253 min read


Back to School — and Let’s Talk About That Old Laptop
New pencils, fresh notebooks, first-day jitters... you’ve got enough on your plate, right? Yet tucked quietly in your home is a growing pile of chargers, old tablets, maybe a relic smartphone from last school year. This year, let’s give that tech a happy retirement—before the backpack chaos begins.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Aug 11, 20252 min read


Making AI Work for You (Even If You're Not a Tech Expert)
We talk a lot about smart tools and smart recycling at AVAY—but let’s take a moment to talk about smart living.
Artificial Intelligence isn't just for coders or tech companies anymore. It’s becoming a practical, everyday tool that anyone can use—especially adults who want to save time, get more organized, or make better decisions. And it doesn’t require knowing how it all works behind the scenes.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Jul 31, 20253 min read


More Than Just Recycling: How Diversity Powers Innovation at AVAY
When people think about recycling, they imagine bins, cardboard, e-waste, maybe a baler or two. But at AVAY, we know the real magic behind our operation isn’t just the machines—it’s our people. And our people come from all over the world.
We’re not exaggerating. On any given day in our warehouse, you’ll hear conversations in Spanish, French and English—sometimes all in the same breakroom. We’ve got team members from over 10 different countries, all working side by side to ke

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Jul 24, 20252 min read


Labubu Craze: Cute Collectibles, Viral Chaos & Why AVAY’s the Place for Your E-Gadget Graveyard
It’s official: Labubu has taken over the world — and yes, we’re talking about that quirky, snaggle-toothed creature from Pop Mart blind boxes.
From Cincinnati to Singapore, people are waiting in long lines, spending big money, and totally losing their chill for these tiny toys.

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Jul 17, 20252 min read


Sunscreen, Sandwiches & Sudden Screen Cracks: Summer, Learning & E-Waste, Oh My!
Ah, summer. That magical time of year when iced coffee flows freely, flip-flops become acceptable work attire (well… almost), and your...

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Jul 10, 20252 min read


☀️ Heat Safety at Work: Keeping Cool While Staying Productive
As summer kicks into high gear, temperatures aren’t the only thing rising—so are the risks of heat-related illnesses. At AVAY, safety...

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Jun 19, 20252 min read


🌍 What Is World Environment Day 2025? Make It Count—Because Every Day Counts
At AVAY, we believe that every day matters —and World Environment Day 2025 is a powerful reminder of that truth. Celebrated every year...

Sonia Martinez de Simon
Jun 4, 20253 min read


A Big Week at AVAY: R2v3 Audit, Pizza Party, Recycle Drive, and Honoring Memorial Day ♻️🍕
It’s been a powerful and productive week at AVAY , full of milestones that reflect our values— integrity, teamwork, and sustainability ....

Sonia Martinez de Simon
May 28, 20252 min read

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