Windows: CCleaner is easily one of ourfavorite utilitiesand now it’s updated to version 5.0 and learned a sweet new trick: analyzing your hard drive to find which files are taking up the most space. We’ve featured other disk analyzers before (and we even havea favorite), but CCleaner can now do it without installing a separate utility. The app will analyze your hard drives and show you which types of files take up the most space, as well as provide a list of the biggest files you’re able to remove....

Consider his or her position and attempt to see the bigger picture before you get too upset. I often deliver this advice to friends who haven’t been in management. 5 Tips to Get Along with Your Boss| WorkAwesome Photo byCydcor Offices.

you could find the mosttax-friendly placesto retire, and you could find the best places tostretch your dollarin retirement. But the best places to retire, overall? The answer will depend greatly on your personal situation and preferences. This interactive tool helps you decide where to retire, based on factors that matter to you. To try the tool out for yourself, check out the link below. Your own ‘best places to retire’ list| Zillow viaReuters

Emergency funds are great for minimizing the financial blow of a disaster. It can also help to have a survival plan in place in case a money emergency arises. Your survival mode plan might be as simple as creating a emergency budget. For more detail, be sure to check out the full post. 3 Ways to Stop Being Your Own Financial Enemy| MoneyNing Photo byMaria Morri.

The dictionary in OS X is one of ourfavorite unsung gems, but it’s certainly not perfect. If you’re unhappy with the results you get, Macgasm points out that they’re easy to customize. Just open up the Dictionary app, then hit Dictionary > Preferences. Here, you’ve got the option to reorder the search results and remove dictionaries entirely. Remove Reference Sources from the Dictionary App| Macgasm

We’ve all gotten into heated arguments with adults. When it comes to children, though, we don’t rationalize. We treat emotional outbursts as what they are. Try applying that same strategy with adults. Trying to talk them out of being angry rarely works, however. Of course, treating them like you would a screaming child doesn’t have to mean being condescending. I say, “Yes, absolutely.” If you’re a parent, what do you do with a tantrum?...

This can be especially effective when you’re taking photos of kids. So smile and sell it. How we grin and bear it - the science of smiling| The Guardian Photo bycheriejoyful.

Although Kagan was nice enough to continue the interview past the allotted time, you shouldn’t expect that. When time is up, prompt the other person out of courtesy. How to Connect with VIPs: 5 Tips for Cold Emails| Okdork via99u Photo byDru Bloomfield.

If you’ve received a gift card you don’t think you’ll ever use, pay it forward. Give those gift cards to charity or a homeless shelter to help someone in need. MarketWatch predicts that $750 million worth of gift cardswill go unspent this year. Gift card donations may even be tax deductible depending on the non-profit you give them to. There’s a high chance they can match the gift card with someone who actually needs it....

You’vereviewed your resume,practiced your elevator pitch, and feel ready for your job interview. How do you prepare an anecdote when you don’t know what the question will be? This post originally appeared onThe Muse. Okay, so maybe that doesn’t sound like youyet. Let’s take a step back and talk about how you could get there. As a hiring manager, it’s incredibly unsatisfying to interview someone who has no stories to share....

Here’s what to do when you notice water damage and how to safely begin the process of remediation. The longer water is allowed to stand, the more severe the damage will be. You must respond to a flooding crisis quickly and efficiently. Check for Danger Before doing anything, ensure the damaged area is safe to work in. Your main concern is electrical danger. Be sure hot wires are not exposed as you begin to assess damage....

KeepItOn keeps the screen lit while the rig is in your hand. After downloading the app just launch and hit the “ON” button. Then set your auto-start, wake up after time off, and sensitivity preferences. Once you’re done the app will keep the screen lit for as long as you need it. We’ve discussed other apps, like Gravity Screen,that do something similar. KeepItOn| Google Play viaXDA Developers Photo byDavid Goehring.

When you get new gadgets, remember to set them to save energy when you first configure them. The latter two parameters are too bright for your home, and use much more energy. Let your gear sleep without a screen saver or slideshow. Get anEnergy Starrouter or modem. Stream movies through Roku, Apple TV, or Chromecast rather than game consoles. The consoles use much more energy. A few simple choices can save energy and save you money on your electric bill....