When Asked to Resign, Negotiate Unemployment Benefits

Sometimes a job just doesn’t work out. Employers sometimes ask you to resign instead of firing you. This is an opportunity to negotiate the terms of your separation. Ask your employer to agree not to fight your utility for unemployment and get that agreement in writing. Check out the other terms you should negotiate before you agree to resign at the link below. What to Do If Your Employer Asks You to Resign?...

August 3, 2014 · 1 min · 77 words · Michael Evans

A Better Way to Put a Lime in Your Beer: Use a Knife

Putting a lime in a beer is simple: push the wedge into the beer. Consider using a knife to slide the wedge into the bottle for maximum lime flavor. Over at Bridging the Nerd Gap, they use a knife to channel the lime juice into the bottle. You’ll need a steady hand so you don’t cut yourself. Check out the link for some other tips on using the lime wedge in a beer....

August 2, 2014 · 1 min · 91 words · Kristina Johnston

Follow Up With New Information If Someone Ignores Your Email

Check the link for other ideas on how to handle difficult email situations. How to Respond to Cryptic Emails| The Muse Photo byAsta.

August 2, 2014 · 1 min · 23 words · Mr. James Owens MD

Make Your Own Portable Battery Pack with a Longer-Lasting Charge

Portable battery packs for your smartphone or tablet are handy. You could buy one, but it’s possible for you to save money by making your own. The plastic container closes tight and can hold more batteries. Check the video for full details.

August 2, 2014 · 1 min · 42 words · Dennis Hicks

Ride Your Bike Comfortably Using an Old Sponge on the Pedals

During the hot summer months, many of us enjoy a refreshing bike ride. For those of us who like to go barefoot, most bicycle pedals are rather uncomfortable. An easy solution to the problem is to use an old sponge for cushioning. A sponge with a scrubber on one end works best. The scrubber grips your feet and you’ll slide less, especially in the rain. Barefoot Friendly Bike Pedals| Instructables

August 2, 2014 · 1 min · 70 words · Sara Diaz

The Wilderness Survival Skills Everyone Should Know

The key to surviving in the wilderness is preparation. This is what he suggests: Immediate security:If the building is on fire, get out. If someone is shooting at you, move to cover. Whatever the immediate danger, get away from it. First aid:Attend to any medical problems that may have happened in the original event. Check yourself for injuries and treat them. Self protection:If you are at risk from predators, two-legged or four-legged, you must arm yourself....

August 2, 2014 · 4 min · 833 words · Monica Morrison

Become a Better Storyteller Through Dungeons & Dragons

There are monsters to fight, locations to explore, and plenty of characters to talk to. That requires skills as varied as a theater director, researcher and psychologist all traits integral to writing. The ability to grip your audience and keep them engaged is beneficial in any storytelling medium. Taking on the role of Dungeon Master is no simple task. A Game as Literary Tutorial| The New York Times via99U Photo byScott Swigart....

August 1, 2014 · 1 min · 72 words · Craig Horton

Build Your Own 16-Button MIDI Controller with an Arduino

Otherwise, it’s just hooking up a few components and uploading the software to the Arduino. When you’re done, you’ll have your own USB MIDI controller. Mini OONTZ: 3D Printed MIDI Controller| Adafruit

August 1, 2014 · 1 min · 32 words · Jill Baker

Build Your Own Backyard DIY Dunk Bucket

Check out the video above to see it in action. DIY Dunk Bucket| Chad Grant (YouTube)

August 1, 2014 · 1 min · 16 words · Sarah Morales

Build Your Own Bone Conducting Headphones

Bone conducting headphones sound like strange gadgets, but theyre surprisingly easy to build.

August 1, 2014 · 1 min · 13 words · Michael Brown

Desktop In-trays Keep Your Under-Sink Recycling Organized

To keep everything organized, use desktop in-trays under your kitchen sink. hit the link to check out some more clever storage ideas for the kitchen. Easy Under-the-Sink Storage Ideas| Real Simple

August 1, 2014 · 1 min · 31 words · Linda Petersen

Grab 30 Android Apps, Worth $100, for Free from Amazon

Together, the 30 apps normally cost $100. As Gizmodopoints out, some of these currently-free apps are excellent deals. Some other noteworthy apps include:Instapaper,Allrecipes Dinner Spinner Pro,Kayak Pro, andWhite Noise. If you’re interested in any of these apps, don’t delay, because the giveaway ends today. Apps for Android| Amazon viaGizmodo

August 1, 2014 · 1 min · 49 words · Mrs. Dana Contreras

How to Pick (and Manage) Credit Cards for the Best Travel Rewards

This post originally appeared onMillennial Venture. Rewards credit cards aren’t for everybody. Instead, focus onbreaking the paycheck-to-paycheck cycleand revisit this later. A flight that you paid $400 for would take 40,000 points to remove from your credit balance. This is the same value as getting cash back for your points and buying the ticket with cash. The most popular cards in this category are the Capital One Venture card or the BarclayCard Arrivals+....

August 1, 2014 · 3 min · 444 words · Alyssa Leonard