Now this principle is probably something that really worth to look and apply on – the top 20 percent causes should be your top priorities, and you should focus on the top 20 percent tasks. Read through the page and understand the basic concept of 80/20 principle. Topics on “Learn to live the 80/20 way”, “The seven secrets of the 80/20 leader” and “Five concepts to challenge your view of the world” – [The 80/20 Principle....
“Don’t go to bed angry. Stay up and fight.” Going to preface this by saying that I don’t mean fighting in the direct sense. What I mean is that we should not let personal problems fester. Passive aggression is like a cancer and only worsens with time. If you are having an internal quarrel with a friend, if you are losing respect for someone, if you are suddenly experiencing negative feelings towards someone you care about, do not let it sit....
I began to wonder what other people use in their own systems. Not what they liked, thought was cool, or blogged about, but actually used. Day-in, day-out, what was their real trial by fire tools and processes. So this podcast is going to be a regular series here at lifehack. I’m going to talk with others about their own tools and systems that have held up to the trial by fire test....
A home needs to be a comfort zone for all family members and there are different ways to create that kind of atmosphere. Naturally, there are comfy beds, calming colors, just the right temperature and – of course – proper lighting. As far as I’m concerned, each room should have a special treatment in accordance with its general purpose. Our concentration levels or – on the other hand – the ability to relax, have a lot to do with lighting, and you should use this fact to your advantage....
At one time or another, most of us have stood in the shower and imagined what our lives would be like if we suddenly won the lottery. We choose a number (mine is 96 million), take out the taxes, then begin dividing it up—passing out houses, cars, and checks like candy. And not just to our family and friends, but to almost anyone who’s ever been kind to us. Personally, I always give something to my fourth grade teacher, as well as to my mailman, and even the tow truck driver who once changed my tire for free....
Enabled by my status as a “creative type,” I had conformed to a very modest, laid-back style that the overwhelming majority of serious occupations generally disapprove. So, as I stared at the options available to me—a beat-up GPS watch for distance running, and a bulky analog watch with a thick leather strap with a uniquely offensive pungency my sense of smell had somehow learned to ignore—I realized my only option was to leave with my wrist bare....
Misconception: Renting is for Suckers – [InvestorGeeks] Because personal mortgage interest is deductible on your taxes, your overall tax burden is minimized at the end of the year. Because most of the interest in a mortgage is paid at the beginning of loan, your first year you would receive the greatest benefit. For a typical mortgage on a $125,000 house at today’s interest rates, you’d be spending about $7,400 on interest for the first year (it drops to $7300 in year 2)....
Business Card from Two Years From Now Go to VistaPrint and get some of their “free” business cards (you pay for shipping and the like, but it’s a really good deal, and the ones I got look really good!). But here’s the hack: put your company name and job title down as if it’s two years out from now. What will it say? Where will it be? Is this your own company?...
If you’re ready… 1. Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream Not everyone loves chocolate, and some prefer a sweeter, fruitier taste like these Strawberry Cupcakes. They also look divine. I’m imaging these in the summer with afternoon tea or a glass (or two) of prosecco. Another bonus about this recipe is it’s pretty easy to make, by just adding some ingredients to an existing cake mix! 2. Rocky Road Cupcakes With A Nutella Center Calling all chocolate lovers: this is the cupcake for you!...
I’m not perfect. I can be a bit stubborn, a bit ignorant and I’ve made my fair amount of mistakes in the past. I’ve hurt people I never meant to hurt through my own selfishness. Some friendships have lasted and some haven’t. I always expected you to be in my life because you’re my oldest friend but you’ve taught me that some people are just not destined to stay in my life....
As much as I love information, though, I’m willing to admit that I have a problem. I’m starting to get a little overloaded, and my old information triage system just isn’t working for me. Up until now, reading an email or post and acting on it immediately or getting it on my future tasks list has been enough. I was able to take a moment whenever a new email popped up and just go for it....
A typical work day for me repeatedly consisted of a 2-hour-plus commute, and site meetings with poor coffee followed by hours of drawing production in front of a computer screen. Certainly taxing in what it demanded of me, but nothing extraordinary compared to many jobs out there today. My point is this: we´re all pretty done-for as we head to unlock our front doors after a busy day at work, and though spending the next 5 to 10 minutes getting out of your smarts and into your training outfit may not be among the first things you want to do after hanging up your work bag, the payback can be amazing!...
Do your research. During the interview process, Millennials should already be armed with research on current pay rates before they’re even offered a job. Visit websites like Glassdoor or Payscale to look up the pay for similar positions, just make sure you’re looking within the same city. Once you have a general idea of a salary range, always start at the high end when negotiating with a potential employer. Millennials may think it seems greedy to ask for the highest salary on a payscale, but doing so will give you more room to negotiate with the employer....
Guilds– In feudal times, same-craft artisans gathered and pooled their resources around guilds. One part union, one part classroom, one part price fixing, guilds were a way for people to learn about jobs through a network: “Hey Philip, there’s a castle going up over in Hamptonshire. Bring your chisels.” As programmers and project managers and lawyers and (what DO You do- add a comment) artists and writers, you fill a certain niche at your organization....
Falling in love is a journey and saying I love you can mean different things at different stages in relationships. Whether it’s the first or the hundredth time you’ve said it, next time you utter those words I love you to someone, ask yourself if you have these things in mind. 1. Check Your Motivation This isn’t implying that you’re being manipulative, but depending on how the words I love you have influenced us in the past can determine why we say it....
It’s hard to believe I’ve already been working for 10 years. During that decade of “gainful” employment, I’ve gone through a huge transformation in thought regarding careers, passion and purpose. My first job was as a YMCA camp counselor. I was 15, and I was excited to be getting a paycheck with my name on it. I thought a little money in my pocket would be the ticket to freedom, but within 2 weeks, I’d come to the realization that while I was really good at “pitching” myself during the interview, the work sucked....
Like many expectant mothers, I researched and read about breast-feeding before the birth of my first child, but I thought “how hard can it be?” Well, it can be hard. For something as natural as breast-feeding, it certainly doesn’t always feel natural. When your child is born, someone places this beautiful little person on your body and all of sudden you’re a mom. And your body is now the food source for this new little human....
That’s why I asked you, our readers, to share some of your tips in one of the contests in the Great Big Summer Giveaway. I had a blast going through your tips, tricks, and advice for keeping the home organized, and today, I’m going to present the cream of the crop. 50 Ways to Make Your Home More Organized, More Attractive, and More Efficient
It is easy to get overwhelmed with parenting these days. There are societal pressures and ever-changing child-rearing theories that have created a lot of stress and anxiety for parents. It’s time to clear up some misguided notions about good and bad parenting so that parents can get back to feeling confident and being able to enjoy their kids again. Here are the top myths surrounding the topic of parenting:...
