Avoid “Uptalk” to Communicate With More Confidence

Confidence is important when youre trying to build credibility. But you might sound like Walk all the way to 148 Townsend? And your listener will not know if you are giving them directions or asking for them. How you sound with your statements will determine if people believe you or not. If you uptalk every declarative sentence, people will read it as uncertainty and lack of knowledge. I didnt realize I did this until a stranger pointed it out to me....

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 195 words · Daniel Scott

Betterment Now Lets You Automatically Save Your Extra Cash

Betterment has already become one of ourfavorite tools for long-term investingdue to its dead-simple investment choices. you’re able to set the thresholds yourself, so you wont end up accidentally withdrawing rent. Currently, the feature only supportseleven banks, but the company aims to add more over time. SmartDeposit: Auto-Deposit, But Smarter| Betterment

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 51 words · Mark Park

Chop Garlic Quickly with an Egg Cutter

Grab your egg cutter for the job. This tip comes from the ever-inventive Alton Brown. Alton Brown Timeline Photos| Facebook

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 20 words · Brandon Rivera

Find the Wi-Fi Password for Your Current Network with the Command Line

But sometimes you forget that password. Revealing a Wi-Fi password is a little different on both Windows and Mac. On Windows, you need toopen up a command promptin administrator mode. How to Get the Password of WiFi connection You Are Connected To| Digital Inspiration

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 44 words · Sandra Winters

Google Drive Now Lets You Block Downloading or Copying of Shared Files

One of the best features of Google Drive is the ability to share and modify files with other users. Now, you’ve got the option to lock it so these options arent available. Disable downloading, printing, and copying of any Google Drive file| Google viaAndroid Police

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 45 words · Daniel Frederick

How I Used Mint Bills to Finally Simplify My Bill Payments

As if taking all your money werent enough, theyre a nightmare to organize and remember. I have a confession to make: I dont really use Mint all that much. The latter was always the worst, as Id forget which month I had already scheduled a payment for. The problem is, this shifts my effective due date. So, some of my bills show accurate due dates, but others need to be adjusted....

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 169 words · Mr. Christopher Craig Jr.

How Selfies Can Help You Achieve Your Fitness Goals

Theyre actually a very useful weight loss tool for measuring progress, and for keeping you motivated. There are anumber of reasons people stop exercising, and understandably so. Fitness ishard work, plain and simple. They might think, Whats the point?, and give up in a huff. (This evenworks for non-fitness related endeavors!) These metrics are all useful, butnumbers only tell a part of the story. At least when physique is concerned, numbers are often poor predictors of appearance....

July 15, 2015 · 2 min · 277 words · Steven Martin

How to Choose the Right Paint Brush for Your Next DIY Project

Painting your interior walls isan easy, popular way to customize your space. Anyone can do it, but results may vary based on the punch in of brush you use. Good paint brushes, when properly cared for, can be used over and over again. First of all, skip the cheap brushes if you want to get multiple uses and high quality results. You know the ones: theyre in the bargain bin or sold super-cheap in packs of 3....

July 15, 2015 · 2 min · 261 words · Jordan Armstrong II

I'm Marques Brownlee (MKBHD), and This Is How I Work

If youre not familiar with his channel you should be; his videos are insightful and slick. (I feel like a lackadaisical old man by comparison.) Honestly its a different answer every day.Current computer:8-core Mac Pro running OS X Yosemite. Id try the El Capitan developer preview, but that tends to mess with Premiere CC. What apps, software, or tools cant you live without? My life is in Google services. Whats yourworkspace setuplike?...

July 15, 2015 · 3 min · 501 words · Miss Sherry Green

Make Beer Popsicles from Your Favorite Can of Beer, No Mold Required

Beer seems to get the short end of the popsicle stick, but no longer! Im excited about all of the possible flavor combinations, but I amobsessedwith the idea of abeer push-pop. Just be careful not to cut your mouth on the edge of the can! How To Make Ice Pops With Beer| The Daily Meal

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 55 words · Tina Lambert

Personalize Your Debt to Motivate Yourself to Pay It Off

When its time to pay it off, however, its just one big number. As personal finance blog Money After Graduation points out, you probably got into debt because ofthings. You appreciate the thing you bought and tie your progress to something tangible you enjoy. Personalize Your Debt And Pay It Off Faster| Money After Graduation viaRockstar Finance Photo bylemonjenny.

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 59 words · Linda Booker

The Key to Saving at Drug Stores Is to Never Shop When You're Desperate

Drug stores like CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid can have some exceptional deals on necessities. When something isnt on sale, however, it can cost you more than anywhere else. Instead, shop when the price is right. Plan ahead and shop for toiletries and other items when youre halfway through them.

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 50 words · Jackson Franco

The Top 5 Job Skills Employers Are Looking For

Time to brush up on your communication skills, jobseekers. More than half of the job ads analyzed included a communication skills requirement. Check out the post below for the top desired skills by industry. The Top Job Skills Employers Are Looking For| ZipRecruiter

July 15, 2015 · 1 min · 43 words · Hayley Rosario