Russian-based art director/designer Vadim Sherbakov has a stylish home office mixing dark wood furniture and antique-looking objects and artifacts. it’s possible for you to see more photos of this workspace in the link below. confirm any photos you include are at least 640x360. Keeping them to 16:9 helps, too! If your clever organization and good design sense catches our eye, you might be the next featured workspace. My work place v2| Dribble

Don’t stress too much about your workspace unless it’s actually slowing you down. Things might seem a little disorganized to others, but it might be just right for you. It’s your workspace, not theirs, so do whatever works best for you. If your space doesn’t pass the test, it’stime to get things decluttered. 5 Fake-Productive Things You’re Doing That Are a Waste of Time| Fast Company Photo byThe Lone Traveler.

But both have their advantages and disadvantagesso which should you use for your project? DIYers will typically use plywood as it has a natural wood look. Plywood is available in various thicknesses with 12" being the most popular for general construction. For all those advantages, though, it is more expensive than OSB. The strands are then mixed with wax and adhesives and hot pressed to form wood sheets. Waterproof and exterior grade sheathing isn’t always available off-the-shelf....

Getting a job in a creative field can feel stifling. You have your own unique style, but employers have their own ideas. However, you need your personal weirdness to keep those creative juices flowing. Your ideas are part of what inspires you to do creative work in the first place. The ‘problem’ is that they were good at the stuff I wasn’t wired to do. Our boss started giving me the kind of projects that allowed me to draw monsters and make weird lettering....

Let’s break it down. How about a networking event or conference directly related to your chosen career? If you paid the price of admission you should deduct it as well. As long as the primary purpose of your travel was job hunting, the IRS won’t ask questions. As with anything tax related, there is some fine print. For more details on the above deductionsas well as otherscheck out the link below....

You have to make a lot of decisions every day. However, some things aren’t really decisions at all. For the routine things you have to get done, embracerather than avoidrunning on autopilot. As productivity blog Barking Up the Wrong Tree explains, we run on autopilot more than we think. This part of your brain that knows how to get things done is a powerful tool. Not having to make decisions uses less willpower....

Comic book movies are the most popular thing since they started releasingmagic movies during the holidays. Comics themselves, on the other hand, are much harder to get into. Here’s how to find a place to jump in if you’re overwhelmed by decades-long comic book stories. But where did Ultron come from? And who the heck is thatother weird robot dude? If you’re asking questions like this, you may try taking a character-centric approach....

How long a vacation can you take before you dive in falling “out of shape”? Over at Greatist, Nick English runs through the possibilities. But it depends on why you take the break. The good news is that cardio fitness is easier to gain back. If you’re new to exercising, the rules are a little different. Since newbies are progressing so quickly, they may have an easier time keeping their gains....

All you need is the right technique. This style of cupcakes are perfect for special occasionslike parties, birthdays, and weddings. Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Spoon the first color of frosting onto the plastic wrap in a rectangular shape. Do the same thing with the second frosting color. Guide the sealed frosting, edge first, into a pastry bag, if you have one. Cut the plastic wrap on the edge of your frosting “log” off....

Building wealth is simple. Noteasy, but simple. There are only these four basic rules. That doesn’t mean it’s equally easy for everyone to build wealth. Spend Less Let’s start with the thing you have the most control over: your spending. Most people in America can spend less, although we often don’t feel that way. Everyone I know who travels to a poor country comes back shocked at how well we live here....

Create your own custom drawer pulls for an easy and inexpensive fix. you might use your new pulls to spruce up your kitchen, bathroom, and any furniture with drawers. For an example project and more details, check out the full post linked below. How to Make DIY Drawer Pulls from Just About Anything| Apartment Therapy

One TED speaker coach offers advice for moving better on stage. you’re free to step forward and or back, but not rock." These are just as bad as swaying they create that lull. “Practice moving to make a new point,” she says. “Try coming closer to the audience when the content of your talk calls for it.” One technique she likes for this rehearse while standing on newspapers spread out on the floor....

You are a resource. That means the only one you’re able to trust, really, is you. Here’s how to keep a cool head and stay in control of your career. Sure, there are great jobs and companies out there that truly care about their employees. It sucks, but it’s a reminder thatyouare your best ally. They were the ones most satisfied, most assertive, and happiest at the end of the day....