But maybe the most amazing thing about Yo-Yo Ma is that everybody likes him. (Laughter.) You've got to give me some tips. (Laughter and applause.) It's remarkable.

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But I was also hoping he would give me some tips on the media, because he's got that quiet, reserved personality -- (laughter) -- and I was figuring I'd stay out of trouble if Tony gave me some advice on that.

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The chef at Fuchun was even kind enough to give me a few tips.

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Let me give you some tips for how you can reduce the stress of the season.

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To get things started, I asked tax professionals around the country to give me their top tax tips.

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