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John was a dull student, everyone knew that. Calling him an “F student” was an overstatement. And on this hot afternoon, as he sat in the exam room, John was faced with being expelled from school for the second time in two years. His only saving grace was the essay test he had to write and pass. But the thing is, John didn’t know anything about writing good essays. And every time the thought of failing crossed his mind, he remembered his father’s shot gun at home....

Not for everyone… but for a lot of people – particularly who are involved in any kind of blogging or content creation. It’s time-consuming, which keeps you from creating all the content that you want to create. And it’s frustrating, which prevents you from expressing your ideas as compellingly as you like. Except… it doesn’t have to be that way. My blog posts are usually between 1,200 and 1,400 words long, and I usually spend 60-90 minutes writing them....

Some apps claim to be brain-training, but often focus on one specific goal such as focus or logical thinking. Plus, those apps tend to ignore progress reporting which can present challenges when trying to monitor any type of improvement. Why You Should Care about Brain Health When discussing mental fitness, your mind may conjure up memories of school exams or even IQ tests, but it’s actually more about your physical and emotional health....

I recently picked up a copy of “Urawaza: Secret Everyday Tips and Tricks from Japan” by Lisa Katayama, and I really enjoyed it. Described by Think Geek as “the Ninja version of Martha Stewart”, the book consists of dozens of off-centered lifestyle tips, covering everything from cooking tricks to winter sports. For example, you might “turbocharge” your winter sled by treating the bottom with nonstick cooking spray, or refresh stale coffee with a sprinkle of salt....

How about informal attire? Is it true that it might be a misnomer for it might call for a bit of formality? Then why is it called informal? Some fashion-centric young ladies say semi-formal is more fancy than business attire. Are they correct? When does business attire become semi-formal, anyway? If you’re not sure of the answers to these questions, worry not, you’re in the right spot. I prepared an infographic just to help you figure out what to wear for specific ocassions....

Sorry, I got caught up in my research. Now if only I can get through this article without drooling on the keyboard… Anyway, if you’re a food connoisseur, you’ve probably discovered an intense affinity for Pinterest since its launch in 2010. But there are so many other apps available for you to sink your teeth into. Civilian Bar and Kitchen in New South Wales, Australia, has created an infographic for the foodie in all of us....

Evernote and Post-it Note are made for each other, it seems! Take a look at this quick demo, and you too will sit back and say “wow, now that is cool”! Overcome Email Overload, With Steve Get control of your inbox courtesy of Me (Steve Dotto) and the good folks here at Lifehack. For a limited time, you can take my 3 Steps to Inbox Zero course for FREE ($99 value) Click here for more info....

I wish I have seen this infographic 5 years ago. And by now, my network over at LinkedIn, could be a thriving huge community. What I admire about this graphic is that it details the steps you have to take for each suggested action, and it explains why it’s a wise move. Some graphics don’t bother to do it as sweet as this. The explanations are concise, yet enough to show you the reason behind....

Fear: it’s a natural emotion that we all feel from time to time. What if, however, it was daily occurrence? How would you cope, or even thrive in such an environment, allowing it to mold you and elevate you? Here are some tips and lessons I learned on how to not only cope with fear, but use it as an advantage and mentor. Fear Actualized Firstly, fear allows us to avoid dangers and also stay away from actions that may bring about negative consequences....

Although I’m assuming you’re aware that there’s a place called America and they have Presidents, you may not know all the little quirks that each of them have. Wanna know which President won 100 duels or who got stuck in a bathtub one time? Here you go! John Adams 1797 – 1801: Born 1735 in VA – Named his dog “Satan”. Thomas Jefferson 1801 – 1809: Born 1743 in VA – Chipped off a piece of Shakespeare’s chair during a visit....

If there us any book you are urging to speed through, it is either not good, or there is little interest in it, so while skimming has its place in some cases, it is not wise to skim through most reads.[1] The habit of skimming seems to be related to online habits of web browsing; it is affecting our reading skills [2] Whether it is art, a movie, a meal or a book....

Employee engagement, or a serious lack of, is a common problem amongst many companies and organisations. Here, we have a possible solution! Occupy Meetings According to Gallup, only 13% of employees around the world are engaged at work. Despite this, many would happily welcome more work. Stop Wasting Time More than half of the workers surveyed said they attend one to three meetings per week, which is about four to ten hours....

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In my recent NewHabits-NewGoals time management programs I have noticed a disturbing trend: now, there is always at least 10% of the class that is unable to comply with my request to turn off their Blackberrys or iPhones for the duration of the class. This needs to be put in context, however. None of the people sitting in my classes are emergency room surgeons, firemen or policemen. I am not delivering these programs in a war zone, during a hurricane or in the middle of a tornado....

1. If you have more than one child, use the dot method to identify their clothing. Such a simple idea, but so useful if you have a whole tribe of children to look after. So, mark two dots for the second child in your family, three dots for the third child, and so on. This tip alone should save you lots of time when sorting out the laundry. 2. An inflatable pool makes a great playpen for babies....

It’s time to weed out the limiting beliefs that you discovered in part one. This is a hell of a lot harder to do than simply discovering them, but on the bright side, the instructions are simpler—this one really just requires willpower and discipline. So, it’s technically easier, but practically harder. When you ask yourself why you’re putting so much time and energy and discipline into this, remember the benefit once you’ve accomplished it....

There are several study habits that are pivotal to know in order to study effectively. These techniques could be the deciding factor as to whether you pass or fail or, more importantly, learn. These 6 techniques will help you learn how to study effectively. 1. Take Notes In order to study, a person is required to understand what he or she is learning. A great way of understanding/learning is by making notes of the content you are reading or hearing[1]....

Scary for some, the truth is there isn’t as much stability in those kind of jobs anymore. Penelope goes through how things have changed and why the employee must stay adaptive. She also put together 5 tips to make frequent job changes stabilize your life: Build up a strong skill set quickly. Get good at making transitions. Make the most of the in-between-jobs time. Get out of paying your dues....

When we don’t have a sense of purpose , our life can not only feel meaningless but it lessens the quality of different aspects of our lives. If you have a purpose, then all your goals will be directed towards reaching that big goal. Each step you take is then made more meaningful because you know it’s in the service of your life purpose. From this episode of the Lifehack Show, you will learn how to find your life purpose and live life to the fullest....

Former forest ranger Edward Reis probably held many of these aspirations himself during his youth, before fate struck a cruel blow and left him suffering from multiple sclerosis (MS). This aggressive illness left him bedridden, forcing him to leave his home and move into a hospice in Washington. Not only this, but the illness also changed his perspective on life, forcing him to realign his goals and expectations. How the Snomish County Fire District Made a Dying Dream Come True Gradually Reis’ condition became terminal, but this did little to dampen his spirit and love of the great outdoors....