The Risk Consultant's Daily Bag

Carlton’s bag is a5.11 Rush Delivery MIKE Messenger Bag. Here’s what’s inside. Photos must be at least at least 640x360. If yours catches our eye, we might just feature it! 5.11 Rush…| Everyday Carry

October 14, 2014 · 1 min · 34 words · Eric Smith

This Chart Shows How Much Your Job Might Earn in Another Industry

Many jobs aren’t confined to a specific industry. How might your salary differ if you worked in a different industry? FlowingData’s interactive chart can give you an idea. The data is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics for jobs in 2013. you could hover over the data to get more information. The ranges can be pretty substantial. Salaries by Occupation and Industry| FlowingData

October 14, 2014 · 1 min · 64 words · Laura Wall

This Video Explains When Carbon Steel Knives are Better than Stainless

Here’s what they found. They even put them up against glass cutting boardsthe bane of all knives everywhere. Carbon Steel Knives| Cooks Illustrated viaAmerica’s Test Kitchen (YouTube)

October 14, 2014 · 1 min · 27 words · Michelle Armstrong

What “Frugal” Habits Aren’t Actually Worthwhile?

It’s all about making the most out of something and avoiding waste. But there are some “frugal” tactics that aren’t frugal at all. We want to knowwhat money saving habits aren’t worth it? In the name of frugality, some people spend hours clipping coupons, for example. We’re not down on that. In fact, we’ve written abouthow to do it efficiently. So tell uswhat “frugal” habits aren’t actually worthwhile?

October 14, 2014 · 1 min · 68 words · Robert Gonzalez

Why Your Privacy Matters, Even If You're Not "Doing Anything Wrong"

We’ve talked aboutwhy privacy matters in the internet age, butit’s an ongoing battle. The world is not split into “good people” and “bad people.” We are all just people, and we all do things that we don’t want to be seen. Greenwald believes that all of us have things to hide. We know what we want to keep to our self and what we want to share. But there’s more to it than keeping our embarrassing secrets from others....

October 14, 2014 · 1 min · 130 words · Ashley Roth

Wrap Corks with Wax Paper to Easily Reseal and Reopen Wine Bottles

Try wrapping the cork in wax paper before reinserting it. The wax paper acts as a lubricant so it’s easier to slide the cork back into the bottle. That’s also why you could pull the cork out more easily the next time. Who Knew Wax Paper Could Be So Useful| The Prairie Princess Photo byweinstock.

October 14, 2014 · 1 min · 55 words · Jill Evans

Wrap Your Paint Trays in Plastic Bags for Easy Cleanup

Getting your paint trays clear of residual paint can be an arduous job. Just wait for the excess paint to completely dry before disposing the bag. Check outour post on wall paintingfor more tips. Paint Tray Liner Tip| Build.com

October 14, 2014 · 1 min · 39 words · Sarah Robles

Answer Each Interview Question by Connecting Your Skills with the Job

It helps you seem like a great fit and avoids the awkward pause between questions. So use that to finish every answer. You should try todo this even with irrelevant questions. 3 Perfect Ways to Wrap Up Your Answers in an Interview| The Daily Muse Photo bynuggety247.

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 47 words · Tracy Mcknight

Ask an Expert: All About Getting a Workout without Equipment

Everyonewantsto get into shapebut it’s easy to find excuses to put off exercise. But what if you don’t really need any gear to workout? The live Q&A is now over. Thanks for your questions and good luck getting into shape! Have an expert you’d like to see participate?Email us. Image adapted fromAlex Emanuel Koch(Shutterstock).

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 54 words · Jamie Anderson

Avoid Luggage Mix Ups with a Colorful Bag

Prevent a luggage mix up by making sure your bag stands out. Not a fan of bright colors? Opt for jewel tones, they still stand out while looking professional. My personal choice is a rusty red. In addition to being relatively distinctive, it also hides dust well. Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Buy a Black Suitcase| Map Happy Image frompennuja.

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 59 words · Tyler Aguilar

Common Money Fears and How to Get Over Them

This post originally appeared atLearnVest. Fear No. Another important to-do: reviewing yourinsurance coverage. For example, is your homeowners insurance enough to cover that natural disaster you worry about? Do you’re gonna wanna opt for a different health plan? While you might’t predict when something bad is going to happen, you might be prepared if it does. Fear No. With those kinds of headlines haunting us, why wouldn’t we fear the markets?...

October 13, 2014 · 2 min · 314 words · Alicia Rodriguez

Decide on "One Question" to Ask Before Making Any Work Decision

For any decision, ask that question first. If the answer is yes, do it. If the answer is maybe, evaluate it further. If the answer is no, save the decision for later. There is a danger that you will put on blinders with this strategy. A singular focus is good, butdon’t miss out on valuable opportunitieswhen they come knocking. Like with anything in life, it’s all about striking a balance....

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 84 words · Sean Pope

Eight Ways to Help Improve Your Child's Vocabulary

The basis of a lifelong love and talent for learning may very well be a solid vocabulary. A strong vocabulary helps foster understanding, communication, and reading ability. That’s why parents should do what they can to help kids learn new words. Consider these oft-overlooked ways tohelp your child develop an impressive vocabularyfor years to come. Like it or not,you’re their teacherforall aspects of life! Of course, this is an excellent way to expand reading and vocabulary skills....

October 13, 2014 · 2 min · 314 words · Sarah Smith