Give Better Feedback by Using "And" Instead of "But"

The word “and” changes everything. How to give GREAT employee feedback| LinkedIn viaWeekdone Photo byicecairo.

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 15 words · Rachel Ballard

How Overconfidence Can Damage Your Investments

It’s great to be confident about your finances. But being too confident about investing can backfire on you. It’s a reminder that solid, no-fuss investing is the right plan for most of us. Check out the full post for more detail. Investors, Watch Out for This Fatal Flaw| MoneyNing Photo byMattysFlicks.

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 51 words · David Singleton

Keep Your Bike's Serial Number Handy In Case of Theft

Everyone knows a car has its own unique identification serial. Fewer might know that bicycles have them too. Having your bicycle’s serial number handy can help law enforcement track down and identify your bike much faster. Not lack of trying but lack of serial numbers or identifiable marks is what limits bikes being located. This can help reduce the motivation for bike thieves to steal bicycles to begin with. LPT Bikes have serial numbers....

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 88 words · Julie Drake

Learn to Properly Split Wood with This Instructional Video

This video demonstrates tips and tricks for splitting logs, as well as how to safely use the tools. The blog Art of Manliness explains the main keys to properly splitting logs. For tougher logs, a wedge and sledgehammer will do the trick. Look for splits and cracks in the log and use them as a guide to make splitting easier. Take aim and give it a quick swing. How to Split Wood| The Art of Manliness

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 76 words · Edward Carter

Prompt 2 Is a Powerful, Elegant SSH Client for iOS

iOS: We were fans of the originalPrompt when it was releasedin 2011. Prompt 2($9.99) | iTunes App Store

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 18 words · Kevin Martinez

Ride Sharing Services Compared by Fare and Wait Time

Not surprisingly, all three serviceswhere availablewere cheaper than normal taxis a vast majority of the time. Based on the data they’ve gathered,Lyft seems to come out on top. It Pays to Compare: Ride-sharing by the Numbers| What’s the Fare Blog

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 40 words · Ronald Fowler

Should I Contribute to Crowdfunding Campaigns (Like Kickstarter?)

Some of them are already fully funded, others need a little help. Is it safe to give them my money if they’re already funded? How can I tell if the end result is going to be as awesome as they promised? The problem with that mindset though is that you’renotshopping. You’reinvesting, and that comes with risks that aren’t necessarily obvious at first, although they should be. Other sites are okay with that....

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 180 words · Tiffany Mendoza

Take Inventory of Your Closet and Clean it All at Once

All of us need to go through our wardrobe and make some cuts once in a while. Apartment Therapy presents a good inventory and cleaning system to purge your closet effectively. The process involves taking everything out of your closet and trying it on. 5 to 8 ratings go in the maybe box. Consider putting high rating clothes back by the “hanger trick.” We’ve mentioned thehanger trickbefore, and it’s a great way to keep your closet organized....

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 136 words · Bryan Mcdaniel

The Truths Behind Eight Common "Old Wives' Tales"

Considering these benefitsand the fact that it’s oh so yummyit seems like grandma was right about this one. An infectionparticularly one associated with fevers is no time to deny your body the nutrients and fluids it needs. Like any bodily system, the immune system requires energy to function properly. And, drinking fluids helps counter the dehydration triggered by sweating and mucus production. The bottom line is the concept doesn’t make very much sense....

October 13, 2014 · 2 min · 398 words · Donald Fowler

Tinfoil for Facebook Puts Your Mobile Browsing in a Privacy Sandbox

Tinfoil for Facebook helps prevent this by browsing the mobile Facebook site in a sandbox. Some users have reported that certain features don’t work, which is to be expected. However, it should be worth it for the peace of mind. Tinfoil for Facebook| Google Play Store viaMake Tech Easier

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 49 words · Ronald Singh

Use the Ditto Command to Properly Merge Folders on Mac

Merging folders on a Mac is kind of a pain. When you do it, Finder tries to overwrite any file with the same name with the newer version. That means it’s easy to accidentally erase a whole folder. How-To Geek shows off a better way to merge folders using Terminal. If you want to merge folders properly use thedittocommand in Terminal. If you’ve been annoyed by Finder’s inconsistent merge options,dittoshould do the trick....

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 88 words · Lynn Diaz

Watch for These Lesser-Known Depression Symptoms

Depression can be tough to recognize, especially in teenagers. A recent study fromSocial Indicators Researchrevealed an evolution of depression symptoms in students since 1980. Teens were also twice as likely to have seen a mental health professional about these issues. If you think your teenager might be depressed, seeka therapist or licensed Psychiatrist for help.

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 55 words · Amanda Trevino

What to Buy (and Not Buy) at Target, According to Consumer Reports

Target’s low prices will save you money, especially if youknow markdown schedules. But while coffeemakers are great, don’t pick up coffee itself, or cookware and salad dressing. There are also similar guides forCostco,Trader Joe’sandWhole Foods. What to Get at Target and What to Forget| Consumer Reports

October 13, 2014 · 1 min · 46 words · Tracy Sanchez