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February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Here is a bunch of random information I’ve discovered over the last few months. I figured it might be interesting for someone, so I thought I’d post it all together. If you see anything that you think would be interesting to see a full post about, please leave a comment and we’ll try to write about it in more detail. Overdrive Digital Library Many state libraries have digital books, audio books and movies that can be checked out electronically from a company called Overdrive. Most of the time, all... [Read the full story]
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High Goals and Expectations
February 3, 2010 · 2 Comments
Everyone has a different idea about success. Many times our expectations are determined by the way we were raised and our interaction with our peers. These expectations can cause us to set artificially low goals. I know a man whose goal is to get his GED so he can get a job and make payments on a car. I just met a girl who has a goal to finish a 9-month cosmetology program so she can work at SuperCuts in front of Wal-Mart. When looking at your goals, make sure you understand the expectations you carry that influence... [Read the full story]
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TIP: Receipts Folder
December 15, 2009 · 11 Comments
If you spend any time buying stuff from the web, you are familiar with all the pages that say, “print this out for your records”. So, how many people actually print out those pages? I know I don’t (unless I’m buying something very expensive). Usually I’ll try to keep the email receipt, but sometimes that gets blocked by spam filters. Here is how I’ve started saving those receipts without worrying about printing them out: I have a folder in my Documents folder called “receipts.” ... [Read the full story]
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Free Tax Preparation Sites
February 4, 2010 · 1 Comment
With April 15th rapidly approaching, many will start looking for fast, efficient ways to file taxes. The IRS has partnered with a number of sites to provide free online filings. This helps the IRS by decreasing the number of paper forms they have to process. In most states you are still going to have to file a state return. If you plan to use software, it may be easier to do the Federal and State together at the same time. Still, for states without an income tax, this is an easy way to do your taxes and get them submitted... [Read the full story]
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Mozilla Thunderbird 3 Review
January 4, 2010 · 5 Comments
Email has evolved so much over the past few years that the services that were once predominant are no longer used as much, and some may be considered even obsolete. In the fast-paced world of technology, one of the things that has seemingly gone by the wayside is desktop email. With Gmail and Hotmail garnering many clients, most people choose to use an web-based email client, instead. However, one surprisingly pleasant desktop email client has been recently updated with several unique features. Mozilla Thunderbird is an... [Read the full story]
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The Productive Scholar
January 11, 2010 · 3 Comments
When most people think of going to college, they imagine a huge time drain and hours of studying. While the hours of studying is certainly a truth that can’t be avoided, there are some major benefits to attending college as far as learning to manage time wisely. In my classes this past semester, I encountered many non-traditional students with families, second jobs, their own businesses and many, many other pursuits. Each of these students also had a full class load. Though the norm for traditional students entering... [Read the full story]
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The Most for Your Minute
February 1, 2010 · 7 Comments
(In this series of posts, we are examining ways to better manage our time.) The Order of Tasks There is a survival simulation where you are trapped in a cave. There is a single ladder going to the surface that can only hold one person at a time. There are two other individuals with you. One is younger than you and can climb faster. The other is older than you and can climb slower. Your job is to decide the order that people should leave the cave–oh I forgot to mention there is water rising and if you don’t... [Read the full story]
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Free Tax Preparation Sites
With April 15th rapidly approaching, many will start looking for fast, efficient ways to file taxes. The IRS has partnered with a number of sites to provide free online filings.... [Read more]
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Mozilla Thunderbird 3 Review
Email has evolved so much over the past few years that the services that were once predominant are no longer used as much, and some may be considered even obsolete. In the fast-paced... [Read more]
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Free Tax Preparation Sites
With April 15th rapidly approaching, many will start looking for fast, efficient ways to file taxes. The IRS has partnered with a number of sites to provide... [Read more]
High Goals and Expectations
Everyone has a different idea about success. Many times our expectations are determined by the way we were raised and our interaction with our peers.... [Read more]
Tuesday’s Tip: Dressed for Productivity
You’ve heard of “Dressed for Success.” Well, what about “Dressed for Productivity?” I think that the way we dress can have... [Read more]
The Most for Your Minute
(In this series of posts, we are examining ways to better manage our time.) The Order of Tasks There is a survival simulation where you are trapped in... [Read more]
