If you studied a foreign language, here are some things that you’ll immediately be able to relate to. If you’re only able to speak one language (English), these are references that you can look forward to. 1. It’s easy to get started. But so hard to master it. Language learners understand that like any skill, getting started is the easy part. But to go from beginner to intermediate level, then intermediate level to advanced is another ball game....

Listed here are 15 essential life skills that determine your success yet aren’t part of a typical school curriculum, although they really ought to be. 1. Spotting a Scam As a rule, schools don’t tend to teach children about how to spot the signs of a swindler, and getting fleeced at least once is currently the only way to learn about the incredible amount of scams that plague the world....

Tips 1: Shop the right aisles To eat healthy, it is a pretty logical step to start by buying food from the fruit and vegetable aisle. Try to avoid the aisles with unhealthy and processed foods. What you don’t see, you most likely won’t crave. Focus on the fresh food aisles. Tip 2: Eat before you shop One of the most common pieces of advice when it comes to shopping: don’t shop on an empty stomach....

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1. Get a part time job Idle hands are the devil’s playthings as the old saying goes. Sediment lifestyles are poisonous to the mind and the body and if you’re having trouble finding a reason to get off your chair and move around then maybe a part-time job can help. Something that’s low pressure where you can interact with other people, make a couple of bucks, and get out of your house for a bit....

As busy and as hectic as the world of business is, there is one huge benefit we can all make use of – free online resources aimed at helping small business owners and entrepreneurs. There’s a stack of great stuff out there; if you know where to look. To help you, we’ve compiled a big list of all the best free resources (including guides, tutorials, articles, tools, & services) that will help you take another step towards success....

So many candidates exclude themselves from the phone interview by being unprepared or by failing to take this screening session seriously. A phone interview should not block you from living the life you have always imagined. Here are 17 tips to help you ace your next one: 1. Clear the deck. If you are reading this blog, you are likely busier than you would prefer or even imagine. Even when you schedule or accept phone interviews, they are likely sandwiched between meetings....

According to Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck, that situation I mentioned isn’t hypothetical. There are many of us who don’t know where our work or effort would take us. But there are those who do know. How much people can achieve comes down to their mindset — a growth mindset. Dweck outlines all of this in her book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. In the book, she outlines what a fixed mindset is and how a growth mindset thrives from challenges and failures alike....

Becoming a competent, rather than just confident, speaker requires a lot of practice. But here are a few things you can consider to start sharpening your presentation skills: What tips do you have for making killer presentations?

An electrical surge is a problem that can ruin your devices. To keep your devices, including computers, fax or printers, and other electronics safe, it is critical to have a backup for your battery and protection against these surges. Surge protection will ensure that your expensive equipment is protected in the case of an outage or downed power lines. There are several ways of creating a main battery backup and surge protector....

Despite pasta being branded as unhealthy in the past due to its level of carbohydrates, it is actually relatively healthy, with only about 131 calories per 100 grams. Also, depending on what you eat with your pasta, you can increase the health benefits, for example, a pasta salad that is full of green vegetables can be a healthy and filling meal. A healthy pasta salad will also leave you feeling less bloated than some other pasta dishes....

1. You had someone to protect you. In the mission to become a better person and enjoy the adventures life has to offer, your older sister was there to have your back. She didn’t just protect you; she also made sure you were always safe from the terror of the world. 2. You had someone to look up to. An older sister is there to act as a pacesetter to all the achievements you will forever make....

~Judy Collins People watch movies for a lot of different reasons. Some watch for escapism—to leave their everyday lives and experience the exotic, exciting lands that are in the movies they watch. Some watch movies to be thrilled or even scared, They watch action movies and horror movies to get the blood pumping. I watch movies for another reason—to be inspired. I love inspirational speeches. When I come out of a movie, I want to feel like I can conquer the world, that everything is possible, and that good will win out in the end....

When it comes to cakes, France, Poland, Egypt and Venezuela have some delicious choices ranging from Chocolate Souffle to Basbousa. If you prefer pastries like Strudel and Pavlova, then you’ll love what Germany, Israel, Belgium, Iceland and Australia have to offer. There’s even a deep-friend candy bar made in Scotland, which is often served with a side of fries. Many of us think of soup as part of a main course, even though sometimes it’s eaten with bread or crackers for lunch or before a meal as a palate cleanser....

The truth of the matter is that we’ve all been there. We’ve all made a healthy resolution at one point only to have it squashed by a chaotic schedule! The truth is that how your morning goes affects how the rest of your day will go. That being said, if you indulge in a quick morning of skipping breakfast or grabbing fast food, healthy habits will be harder to keep later in the day....

1. Smoothie. Smoothies are great, especially if you are fond of milkshakes. They aren’t quite as rich as their dairy based cousin, but still hit the sweet tooth spot. Simply blend some ice and fruit together, add a little yogurt or protein powder for texture, and voila! It’s like dessert, but healthy. Here’s a list of recipes to get you started! 2. Blueberries. A humble bowl of blueberries works wonders when you’re craving something sweet....

1. Blendme.in plugin 2. CSS3Ps plugin This nifty plugin is amazing for web designers. What it does is convert your Photoshop layers to CSS3 so you can put them onto your website. It installs a single button that you press and make it all happen. It’s a great shortcut and it’s absolutely free. 3. Cut&Slice Me 4. GuideGuide 5. Pixel Dropr Pixel Dropr is a unique little tool that lets you save various objects and elements separate from the whole project so that you can create a library of assets....

1. Hide your money…from yourself. Begin delegating a portion of your paycheck, even if it’s a very small amount, toward savings. Have this amount automatically transferred from your paycheck to an account you can’t conveniently access, so the money never enters your checking account and you are less likely to spend it. Tricking yourself into thinking you have less per paycheck to spend will help you save. 2. Forget about late fees....

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