Why You Shouldn’t Wear the Same Pair of Leather Shoes Every Day
As much as you want to wear these new leather shoes to work every day, don’t mix them up. Normal daily wear can ruin the […]
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Try Five New Free Google Docs Templates Designed by Industry Experts
Google Docs recently released five new templates for documents, slides and tables that you can use for free. Each is designed by an expert in […]
Continue reading »9 Common Shopping Myths That Won’t Go Anywhere
Can You Really Save On Sales Tax By Shopping Online? Is everyone really rushing to the store for a new big screen TV for the […]
Continue reading »Build a DIY Amazon Echo With a Raspberry Pi
The Amazon Echo is a pretty nifty little device, but both options cost $ 180 for the Echo and $ 130 for the Amazon Tap. […]
Continue reading »PSA: Expired Certificate Means You Need to Remake Any OS X Bootable USB Drives
Making a bootable USB stick is the easiest (and fastest) way to install the latest version of OS X on multiple machines. However, if you […]
Continue reading »Request a Duplicate Passport If You Travel Abroad Frequently
If you want to see the world, you need a passport. If you want to see the world with more safety and ease, you can […]
Continue reading »Tell Yourself What Time You Want to Wake up in the Morning and Drop the Alarm.
Ideally, you don’t need an alarm to wake up . You slept and woke up at the same time every day. However, if that doesn’t […]
Continue reading »How to Pre-Order an Echo Dot Without Going Through Amazon Echo
Earlier today, Amazon announced two new Alexa-powered devices: the Echo Dot and Amazon Tap . Curiously, the only way to order an Echo Dot is […]
Continue reading »“Getting Rich Is More Mental Than Tactical.”
It’s important to learn the basics of personal finance , but perhaps more important is how you think about money. A lot of personal finance […]
Continue reading »Best Cheap or Free Places for a Great Workout
If paying for a standard gym membership just doesn’t fit your budget, there are many inexpensive or even free options that offer effective ways to […]
Continue reading »Top 10 Usernames and Passwords That Hackers Try to Infiltrate Remote Computers
We know that people are usually bad at choosing passwords , often using “12345” or “letmein”. But what passwords and usernames are most often used […]
Continue reading »How the Raspberry Pi 3 Compares to Older Models
The Raspberry Pi 3 was released this week, and while the built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are a big topic of conversation, it still gets a […]
Continue reading »Amazon Unveils Echo Dot and Amazon Tap, Two New Alexa Devices
Amazon today announced two new Alexa-enabled devices, both cheaper than the existing Amazon Echo: the $ 89 Echo Dot and the $ 129 Amazon Tap. […]
Continue reading »Choose the Best Frequent Flyer Program With This Extensive Guide
If you are not using the Travel Rewards program, you are missing out on a free flight. However, there are so many programs out there […]
Continue reading »Avoid “independent” ATMs When Withdrawing Cash Abroad
Here at home, an independent ATM machine may mean lower fees and convenient cash, but abroad it can mean problems. If you don’t need cash […]
Continue reading »What to Smell to Check If the Oil Is Rancid
You are probably familiar with rancid oil, but less familiar with its smell. When checking oils in greasy foods for rancidity, smell metal, bitterness, or […]
Continue reading »What Makes Your Muscles Grow and How They Get Stronger
Despite all the confusion about the best exercises and methods to bulk up, many of us buy into complex training methods and forget that sometimes […]
Continue reading »Diversify Your Income the Same Way You Diversify Your Investments
No financial advisor in their right mind would advise you to put all your investments in one company. In terms of your income, you should […]
Continue reading »Make Your Meetings More Efficient and Effective by Standing Up
One of our most popular productivity tips is to stand during meetings , and for good reason: Sitting makes everyone comfortable and complacent, while standing […]
Continue reading »You Can Now Share PDFs Via WhatsApp Conversations
WhatsApp is still one of the most popular alternative messaging apps out there , and it’s getting a little better now. The company is introducing […]
Continue reading »Unexpected Reasons Why You Pay More for Car Insurance
In high school, car insurance is cheaper if you get good grades. When you turn 25, the award will change again. Car insurance companies set […]
Continue reading »Sunset Firewatch Desktop
We used to introduce Firewatch Desktop , but now that the game is out, we see more than a few – and who can blame […]
Continue reading »Chop the Potatoes Into Triangles for the Best Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, delicious mashed potatoes make a great side dish any time of the year, and Alton Brown has a secret to making yours better: Chop […]
Continue reading »Rest of the Day: Fresh Finds Spotify Playlists Drive Music Discovery
Finding new music that you like can be tricky. This is similar to when Columbus went in search of indie, but eventually discoveredNew America . […]
Continue reading »This Video Explains Which Beers and Cocktails Can Ruin Your Diet.
You probably know that drinking alcohol adds calories to your diet, but some drinks are worth spending less money on than others. This video explains […]
Continue reading »Better Sleep and Better Start in the Morning With the Formula “10-3-2-1-0”
A productive day starts with a great morning, and you can’t have a great morning if you haven’t gotten some rest the night before. This […]
Continue reading »I’m Jake Knapp, Design Partner at GV (Google Ventures) and This Is How I Work
If you don’t follow the day-to-day operations of Silicon Valley, you may not realize that Google is not just acquiring startups – they are also […]
Continue reading »Perfectly Light up Your Video Chats With This DIY LED Laptop Frame
The glow of a laptop screen is not flattering to anyone, especially if you are video chatting in a dark room. This bright LED light […]
Continue reading »Added Automatic Night Mode to Drafts, Improved Interface, Added New Icons, and More.
iOS: Drafts started out as an easy way to take notes on iOS , but has since evolved into a powerful text-based automation tool. Today […]
Continue reading »Know When to Skip a Difficult Conversation by Asking Yourself These Questions.
Difficult conversations are painful for everyone involved. However, they are not always as necessary as we think, and the Harvard Business Review has compiled 11 […]
Continue reading »Make Every Friday the 13th Day of Checking Backups
Your backups are only good if you can recover data from them, but too often we don’t test our backups to make sure they actually […]
Continue reading »Find Your Most Productive Working Hours Using This Chart
We all have certain times during the day when we are most focused and have the most energy. We are most productive during these good […]
Continue reading »PSA: There Is a Secret Button for Raising the Armrest at the Aisle of the Plane
The aisle seat armrest may not appear to rise, but the appearance can be deceiving. Many aisle seats have a hidden button or lever to […]
Continue reading »How the FBI’s Fight With Apple Could Change the Future of Smartphone Security
Congress heard testimony yesterday in an important security case. The FBI demands help in jailbreaking the iPhone. Apple, with support from other tech companies, is […]
Continue reading »Three Major Life Decisions Affecting Your Finances
Your finances matter, but there are much more important things in life, and some decisions must be about more than money. However, these decisions can […]
Continue reading »How to Choose and Use the Best Cleanser for Healthy and Beautiful Skin
I used to think that my mom’s 20 minute skincare regimen was overkill, but maybe she knew something. Her face looks amazing and her skin […]
Continue reading »Check If Your Vehicle Has Been Subject to a Safety Recall
Some car safety reviews make headlines, but others go unnoticed, which means there’s a good chance some drivers will miss or ignore it. A recent […]
Continue reading »Pros and Cons of Three Different Types of Furniture Paint
Painting a piece of furniture is one of the easiest ways to turn it into something that looks like new, but you have several paint […]
Continue reading »Skip Vermont and Make Delicious 2-Ingredient Maple Candy
Maple candy is a New England staple, but – the good news – you can make a batch in your own kitchen no matter how […]
Continue reading »Allocate Some of Your Investment to Invest in Yourself
When we talk about investing , we always mention how you can earn more with your money. However, there is one asset that you should […]
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