Five Best Wallets

Earlier in the weekwe asked you for your favorites. It’s available in four colorscarbon, chestnut, dark coffee, and tobacco. Those of you who nominated the Front Pocket ID wallet praised both its price and its craftsmanship. The rounded edges and slim profile are designed to keep things minimal without sacrificing practical space. It’s affordable too. The nylon version will set you back $22 direct, orjust shy of $20 at Amazon....

November 16, 2014 · 2 min · 249 words · Lisa Thompson

If You Forget Your ID at the Airport, These Alternate IDs May Work

The Points Guy collected stories from readers about what types of alternate IDs worked for them. They accept official government documents like a driver’s license or passport. Hit the link to read more. 12 Crazy Forms of ID To Get Through Airport Security| The Points Guy Photo byGrant Wickes.

November 16, 2014 · 1 min · 49 words · Stephanie Holt

Prepare For a Counter Offer When You Quit Your Job

When you hand in your resignation, your employer might ask what they can do to change your mind. They might make you a counter offer, even if you’ve accepted employment elsewhere. Focus on the reason you’re leaving the job before making a decision. Over at Undercover Recruiter, they have some guidelines for dealing with counter offers. The counter offer might match or even exceed the pay at the new job....

November 16, 2014 · 1 min · 128 words · Victor Gutierrez

Try The “Beer Test” to Make a Hiring Decision

When you’re hiring someone, you oughta consider how they’ll fit into corporate culture. Sometimes you’ll have trouble figuring that out. Try imagining if you’d like to have a beer with them after work. Don’t base an employment decision on just this limited test, of course. Apply this test when everything else checks out and you’re struggling to find the right candidate. If you don’t drink beer, try thinking about having lunch with them or a nice coffee break....

November 16, 2014 · 1 min · 90 words · Nicole Gallegos DDS

Always Know What to Say with the "History/Philosophy/Metaphor" Rule

Nothing makes a conversation more awkward than silence. Conversations are really just an improv scene anyway. Even the best social encounters can get derailed into thoughts of “oh god, somebody say something! If you already have a tough time in social situations, reigniting conversation can be even harder. PHILOSOPHY I HATE coasters dude! All the ups and downs make me wanna puke. But I go on one every day to prepare me for the ups and downs of life....

November 15, 2014 · 1 min · 133 words · Alan Bird

Become a Business Networking Rock Star With the Cluster Method

Some people just seem to know everyone. They’re networking rock stars. To achieve that legendary status among your contacts, try thinking of them as clusters. Instead, identify your internet by clusters. Inc gives some examples: Industries and subindustries Locations Values … Along the way, you’ll expand your connection and help others at the same time. Check out the link for the full details on the cluster networking method. If You Want To Be Awesome At Introductions, Do This| Inc....

November 15, 2014 · 1 min · 82 words · Karen Castillo

Double Down on Egg Cracking with the “Smash and Bash” Method

Crack two at a time with some smashing and bashing. Take an egg in each hand and crack them on the side of the bowl at the same time. It takes some getting used to. A sharp focused tap is what you should probably get the job done. How to Crack Eggs Like a Badass| Serious Eats

November 15, 2014 · 1 min · 57 words · Matthew Brown

Get Rid of Your Escrow Payments and Save On Monthly Expenses

When you mortgage your home, you’ll likely have escrow payments added on to the bill each month. This money sits in an account to pay the taxes and insurance. You don’t get to say how much goes in each month. If you’ve got an established history with the bank, you could save by paying these expenses yourself. For our house, we cut insurance costs substantially last year by switching companies....

November 15, 2014 · 1 min · 166 words · Andrew Anderson

Tailoring Isn't Just for Expensive or Fancy Clothes

As our physique changes when we age, our clothes don’t always fit right. Our waistlines shrink and expand and those shirts, pants, and skirts aren’t very flattering. Instead of buying new, visit a tailor first. Designers have the luxury of fitting clothes on models who are one specific size and shape. Tailoring isn’t just for the ladies, and it isn’t just for fancy clothes. Anyone can take clothes they already own and make them look great....

November 15, 2014 · 1 min · 125 words · Adrian Diaz

Top 10 Ways to Be a Better Runner

You have to ease into it. It doesn’t have to be zombies either. There are other ways toincorporate more entertainment into or gamify your runs. Tracking and analyzing your runs could alsohelp you prevent injuries in the future. Set Goals Just having a goal can help yougo from jogging to running 100 miles a month. When you’re starting out, speed or distance might not matter as much as just showing up....

November 15, 2014 · 1 min · 104 words · Danielle Smith

“Stop, Breathe & Think” Customizes Meditations For Beginners

iOS/Android/Web: If you’re trying to do moremindful meditation, you may need some help starting out. This app reminds you to meditate during the day and gives you easy suggestions for your first few times. You already know the benefits of meditation,but you might want an easy way to start. Other apps we’ve covered, likeBuddify,give you some starting tips. Here, the killer feature is the app asking you to check yourself before you roll....

November 15, 2014 · 1 min · 99 words · Bryan Roberts

A Basic Guide to Retirement Plans When Your Employer Doesn’t Offer One

Maybe you’re self-employed, or maybe your employer doesn’t offer a retirement plan. Either way, it’s easy to neglect saving for retirement when you’re on your own. You might be overwhelmed with the idea of managing your own plan. Start by knowing your options and picking the best one. It’ll make the whole process a lot less daunting. But not everyone has this benefit. Some people work for smaller companies that don’t offer retirement options....

November 14, 2014 · 3 min · 566 words · Angela Lee

A Simple Way to Dye Leather for DIY Projects

Dye your leather to customize the look of your next project. Hit the link below to see the full guide. How to dye leather| Instructables

November 14, 2014 · 1 min · 25 words · Jerome Peterson