Start Your Day Off Right by Indulging In Something You Love

Make your morning routine 100% positive by doing something you absolutely love every morning. Jason Zook at Medium has an alternative. I smile and conjure up feelings of happiness by reading a handful of comic strips. Start off positive and the rest of the day can be taken in stride. My Weird Morning Ritual and Why You Need One Too| Medium via99U Photo byPascal Maramis.

April 8, 2015 · 1 min · 65 words · Tommy Hoffman

The Best Days and Times to Check for New Job Postings

There are a couple days and time periods you should be ready for. Miss that first wave, and landing the gig can be a lot tougher. Hiring managers likely use Mondays to catch up on work after the weekend. Keep checking early in the week during those morning and afternoon slumps. Why You Are Most Likely to Get Recruited on a Tuesday| Fast Company Photo byKate hiscock.

April 8, 2015 · 1 min · 67 words · Jeffrey Dawson

The Best Duplicate File Finder for Windows

You download too much crap. Sometimes you download thesamecrap multiple times. Even if it’s crucial that you keep those files, you dont need two of them. To get rid of the dupes, we recommend dupeGuru. Matches across file key in (i.e. matching a JPEG to an identical PNG). Customizable filtering allows you to adjust the rules and strictness of matching. Automatically remove empty folders during file deletion. One-button selection to delete dupes....

April 8, 2015 · 2 min · 272 words · Roberta Myers

This Periodic Table Compares Natural and Artificial Sweeteners

Sugar in the raw. This chart highlights all these sweeteners positive and negative attributes. Head to the Post for the interactive version and more details. As with most other things, moderation is key here.

April 8, 2015 · 1 min · 34 words · Troy Lopez

This Video Shows How Easy Rice Pudding Is Without a Recipe

“Our rice pudding technique,” Amanda says, “is basically to have no technique.” Watch the video for more takeaways. Our newest insight: Rice pudding makes an excellent start to the day. We know what we’re having for breakfast tomorrow. Make Rice Pudding Without a Recipe| The New York Times

April 8, 2015 · 1 min · 48 words · Benjamin Sullivan

Use a "Reverse Diet" to Raise Your Metabolism After Aggressive Dieting

This makes it more difficult to maintain your new weight. Obviously, the best thing to do ismake sure that your diet is sustainable from day one. But perhaps, like that horrible tattoo with your ex’s name, the damage is already done. To be clear, there’s nothing magical about “Reverse Dieting.” It simply allows you to undo some of the metabolic sluggishness that crash dieting inflicts. In addition, don’t use reverse dieting as a justification to gain weight back or indulge....

April 8, 2015 · 1 min · 100 words · Jeffrey Scott

Work Like an Intern For a Better Chance at Success

Everyone wants to get ahead in their job. As business blog Entrepreneur states, interns have an enthusiastic mindset that leads to getting things done. How well an intern performs at their job over the next few months can determine their entire career trajectory. However, when people get comfortable in a job, they can lose that enthusiasm. Can someone run down and pick up lunch from Sprout? The swag hasnt gone out to the users....

April 8, 2015 · 1 min · 154 words · Adam Thompson

Apply to Small Companies Early On to Build Career Momentum

Large companies get a ton of job applicants when a position opens. This reduces your chances of getting a job because youll lose out to someone who has more experience. The trick is to apply for companies with between one and 20 employees. 8 Tips to Gather Experience to Land Your Dream Job| Entrepreneur Photo byKathryn Decker.

April 7, 2015 · 1 min · 57 words · Christopher Nelson

Are Smoothies Healthy?

Dear Lifehacker,I love smoothies and figure they’re pretty healthy. After all, they’re mostly fruit, sometimes even with some leafy greens and protein. What’s the deal? Aren’t smoothies healthy? There are, of course, worse things you’re free to drink. Smoothies sometimes have a decent amount of protein, which can be another point in their favor. This varies widely, though. Here are some strategies: Don’t use juice as the liquid. Use unsweetened ingredients, and sweeten to taste....

April 7, 2015 · 1 min · 125 words · Ryan Kennedy

Avoid Streaky Windows by Not Washing Them In the Sun

The sun can heat up the glass, making streaks a lot more likely. How to Wash a Window| Apartment Therapy Photo byAndrew Gustar.

April 7, 2015 · 1 min · 23 words · Amy Phillips

Bake Mini Pies in Mason Jar Lids for Easy Crust Removal

You dont need special pans to make awesome bite-size desserts. Cut your pie pastry about 1-inch wider than the mason jar lids and press it down into the lid. How to Use Mason Jars to Make Adorable Mini Pies| Brit+Co

April 7, 2015 · 1 min · 40 words · Nathan Ponce

Body, Structure, Grip: What All Those Wine Descriptors Really Mean

Think about the difference between skim milk and whole milk. That something is structure. Wine Tasting Notes: The Wine Vocabulist Parses Somm-speak| Americas Test Kitchen Feed Photos byJeff KubinaandEvan Wood.

April 7, 2015 · 1 min · 30 words · Scott Sanchez

Career Spotlight: What I Do as an Officer in the U.S. Army

Serving in the armed forces is a noble career path, pursued by people from all walks of life. In short, preparation, training, and more prep. Tell us a little about yourself and your experience. My name is Chris Morrow; I am a Captain in the U.S. Army. Im 29, from Austin, Texas and Ive been in the Army for seven years. What drove you to choose your career path? I became an Officer for two reasons; to test myself and because I enjoy the challenge of leadership....

April 7, 2015 · 4 min · 795 words · Ryan Lewis