Recover Used Solder by Melting It and Turning It Back Into Foil
If you do a lot of soldering work , you probably have a ton of solders around your work area. With a few tools, you […]
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Increase Your Emotional Intelligence by Expanding Your Vocabulary
We all have feelings and emotions, but it is more difficult for others to accurately express them. If this sounds like you and you want […]
Continue reading »Most Popular Budget Computer Monitor: 27-Inch Monoprice IPS-Zero-G Display
If you’re looking for a screen upgrade for your computer but don’t want to go broke, you have tons of great options. Last week, we […]
Continue reading »I Am Anvita Gupta, a Bioinformatics Researcher and This Is How I Work
We often look to veterans of life and business to share the wisdom they have accumulated over their careers, but today we look to the […]
Continue reading »Make Homemade Frozen Pizza for Cheap and Easy Meals
Pizza is a favorite of many people, but it can be expensive when ordering delivery or buying frozen brands. If you make your pizza in […]
Continue reading »Find a Suitable App to Open a File Using the App Store on Mac
Sometimes you come across a file format that you’ve never seen before and that won’t open on your Mac. A quick Google search will point […]
Continue reading »Kindlebox Automatically Sends Books From Dropbox to Your Kindle
It’s pretty easy to send anything to your Kindle , but if you’re looking for an even more automated solution, Kindlebox will get the job […]
Continue reading »US Finally Drops Outdated Cholesterol Guidelines
You don’t need to limit cholesterol in your diet. We’ve talked about this here before , but now it is also said by those who […]
Continue reading »Change Your Life With These Writing Exercises
Regular journaling has been shown to improve your mental health and productivity . However, if you are not journaling, even simple writing exercises can help […]
Continue reading »Debt Versus Retirement: Figure Out Where to Focus With the 6% Rule
We all need to save more for retirement , but many of us are also in debt, be it student loans or credit cards. Figuring […]
Continue reading »Consider the Sweetness and Acidity of the Wine When Making It
It is believed that you should only cook with the wine you actually drink (that is, good wine). Serious Eats has tested this rule and […]
Continue reading »Most Helpful Little-Known Services From Your Local Pharmacy
Pharmacies are known for their recipes and cheap chocolates shortly after their holiday. However, if you never risk before the flu season starts, you may […]
Continue reading »The Printer You Won’t Hate, the Best Headphones and More
If you’re still struggling with a cheap inkjet printer at home, indulge yourself with this reliable, low toner consumption Brother laser printer. It won’t print […]
Continue reading »Protective Gear Every DIYer Should Have in Their Toolbox
We talk a lot about tools, but proper protective gear should be a constant companion to any do-it-yourself project. It might not be as fun […]
Continue reading »Exchange Your Money Habits With Your Partner to Understand Their Point of View
In an ideal world, you and your partner will have the same financial prospects. But this is not always a reality. Many couples resolve their […]
Continue reading »What to Do If You Have Lost Your Master Password for Password Manager
Using a password manager is smart security. Nothing new . However, the best password managers store your credentials with one “master” password that only you […]
Continue reading »Why You Need to Look for More Than Just Certifications From a Coach
As with a spouse or a job, everyone has their own personal trainer, and it’s up to you to decide which one is right for […]
Continue reading »Make the Rice Fluffier by Trapping Steam With a Kitchen Towel
Rice is a versatile food base because it is suitable for a wide variety of cuisines and dishes, from cereal bowls made from leftover food […]
Continue reading »Sprinkle It All Over With a DIY Alternative to Parmesan (It’s Vegan!)
Parmesan cheese has such a wide range of uses that it can be difficult to find a legitimate alternative for those on a plant-based or […]
Continue reading »Why Do Bartenders “bite Off” Mint Before Adding It to a Cocktail
Mint looks nice in a cocktail, but if you just add it, the mint flavor will not work. You’ve probably seen people “smack” mint before […]
Continue reading »If You Do Not Delegate Authority As a Manager, You Are Not Doing Your Job.
Managing others means you have many additional responsibilities. However, if you don’t delegate tasks to those who are best suited to get them done, then […]
Continue reading »This Video Shows the Best Practices for Using Different Types of Hammers.
The hammer is such a common tool that most people probably don’t think too much about how to use it. However, this video from This […]
Continue reading »Mobile Passport Simplifies Paperwork When Returning to One US Airport
Android / iOS: When you are returning from an international trip, the customs clearance process becomes difficult. A mobile passport from US Customs and Border […]
Continue reading »How to Make Reading Less Like a Lecture and Get Sucked in Every Time
Reading can be extremely rewarding, but forcing yourself to do so can make it tiresome. A smarter solution is to improve the reading experience, so […]
Continue reading »How We Work, 2015: Equipment and Tricks by Melanie Pinola
Every week we interview famous people to explore their secrets to productivity and attitudes. As we answer our own questions this week, it’s my turn […]
Continue reading »Entice Yourself Into Meeting Your Deadlines by Making Them Urgent
Setting a deadline for yourself can be great or completely useless, depending on how you feel about it. You can improve your chances of meeting […]
Continue reading »Get Better Deals at Flea Markets by Collecting Items at the End of the Day
If you enjoy frequent flea markets and yard sales, you know great discounts can be found here. If the seller is willing to bargain, you […]
Continue reading »Build Better Habits by Explaining More Specifically How and Why
New habits are difficult to form , but if you approach them with a vague understanding of how to form them and why you want […]
Continue reading »Spotlight: What I Do As a LEGO Model Designer
Would you like to play with LEGO all day? For kids and adults alike, the multitude of LEGOs offers such possibilities – whole worlds and […]
Continue reading »Short Finds Short Articles From Your Reading List
iOS: If you use services like Pocket, Instapaper, or Readability, you probably have a long list of articles that you were going to read forever. […]
Continue reading »Siri Keeps a History of Everything You Shazam, Here’s How to Do It
One handy new feature for Siri is to ask him to identify songs using Shazam . However, if you are not recording this song at […]
Continue reading »Choose the Right Electronics for Your Wearable Projects With This Guide
Making your own wearable electronics is a lot of fun, but choosing the right sensors can often be tricky. Make has a manual for this. […]
Continue reading »Treadmill Physics: Why Indoor Running Isn’t Cheating
Is training on a treadmill the equivalent of running outdoors? Some runners say it’s easier because the belt does some of the work for you, […]
Continue reading »DeGeo Updates With IOS 8 Support to Quickly Remove Location From Photos
iOS: If you post a lot of photos on social media, you might accidentally share your location too. DeGeo is a simple application that removes […]
Continue reading »Assess Yourself As a Programmer With the “Simple Programmer Test”
There are many ways to start coding , and as long as you get past the learning curve , you may be well on your […]
Continue reading »Three Small Things You Can Do for Your Partner to Make Love Last Long
Long term relationships and marriage are hard work. But take some cues from older couples who have shared the secrets of keeping the spark after […]
Continue reading »Dropbox for IOS Adds a Share Extension for Easy Saving From Anywhere
The iOS version of Dropbox has been updated today with a new sharing extension that lets you instantly save files to Dropbox from any app. […]
Continue reading »How to Compete With Cheap Freelance Sites If You’re a Pro
With online talent platforms like Fiverr, outsourcing work is now easier than ever . For less than twenty dollars, you can find a writer, designer, […]
Continue reading »Format Your Resume Differently to Minimize Job Interest
Changing jobs is a big red flag for recruiters and employers and can hurt your career . However, if you have a few short jobs, […]
Continue reading »Best GoPro Sale, Cheaper IPads, Das Keyboards, and More
There were some good package deals on the incredible GoPro Hero4 Black on the eve of Black Friday, but this is the best pay-off we’ve […]
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