You haven’t been feeling like the most productive version of yourself lately. Do you think there’s more to achieve in a day than you currently are capable of doing?
You may be right. Michael Phelps has the same 24…
Earlier this year, the government of Thailand was forced to close down three popular islands in the coast of Phuket because of the negative impact of tourism. Just a couple of weeks earlier, they needed to close one…
College is a unique phase. It is a time when you could be crazy enough to try out different things and experience life without the need of fake IDs. However, it comes with an expectation that you will…
You have probably read at least a dozen tricks for boosting the productivity. Perhaps you’ve used to-do lists or apps on your phone to get rid of that laziness. But, no matter how often you promise yourself that…
If you’re a millennial, you probably work remotely or have your own startup based at home. This is a common trend for millennials with 68 percent agreeing on having more employee/employer satisfaction with some form of remote work…
In recent years there has been a lot of discussion about how masculinity can harm the individual and those closest to them. But what exactly are the harmful traits masculinity carries with it, and what can be done…
A while ago, a man who spent too much time in front of a mirror was looked down on by society. The habit was not forbidden but mostly frowned upon. Thankfully, times have now changed, and a man…
Have you ever seen an attractive girl from across the room and wanted to talk to her but you didn’t even know where to begin? Or maybe you’ve been in a relationship and accidentally drove a partner away…
Wouldn’t it be great if we had, say, 60 hours in a day? It definitely would simplify our lives, but the sad truth is, we all are forced to live in a cruel world where 24 hours are…
It’s nearly the middle of June. How are those New Year’s resolutions you set on December 31 coming along?
Hilarious joke, right? The fact of the matter is that each year, no doubt thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of…
Phobias can be incredibly debilitating. So much so that some people can end up finding living a normal life impossible. A friend of mine, for example, was terrified of water. As a child, she’d been told by a…
Found yourself a job and looking forward to your financial freedom and expanding you resume? Well, congratulations! What makes work more fun are good, friendly, co-operative and welcoming colleagues. However, sometimes we are faced with co-workers who make…
Have you ever seen an attractive girl from across the room and wanted to talk to her but you didn’t even know where to begin? Or maybe you’ve been in a relationship and accidentally drove a partner away…
If you find yourself crawling into bed and waking up grumpy, there’s a big chance that you’re not getting enough sleep. Unless you want to slip out of sanity like Christian Bale’s insomniac character in “The Machinist”, sufficient…
We live in a society that is based on information and where knowledge equals strength. Thus, if you want to be rich and successful, you need to excel in something so that you can stand out among other…
Do you know anyone who’s effective 100% of their time? Anyone who doesn’t waste time on mobile apps, small talk, and pointless TV shows? No one is productive to the extent of “work is all I ever do.”…
The people in this video talk about how we need to remember that what happens outside of us isn’t our responsibility and that we should only care about what happens inside of us. We should, in other words,…
In this day and age, no student wants to spend the best years of their life doing tedious office work. However, thanks to the internet, there are plenty opportunities for part-time jobs that will help you pay your…
When you’re single, whether you’re living alone, with mates, or with your parents, you are inclined to take things lightly; since there’s no one to restrict you from doing anything you like. However, bachelor living poses some serious…
It’s no big mystery…most men understand that being charismatic is critical for getting ahead in life.
Whether it’s building your business, getting that promotion or sparking those first feelings of attraction…charisma will help you A LOT.
But for most of…
It’s said that the Millennials aren’t like other generations – they’re thought to be tech-savvy, extremely self-confident, probably university-educated, excellent multi-taskers, often addicted to an online world but with a clear plan for career development in a real life.
But what…
‘Cause I wonder sometimes
About the outcome
Of a still verdictless life
Am I living it right?’
–Georgia, John Mayer
We’ve all experienced challenges, failures, and disappointments during the earlier stages of our life, but they don’t usually appear to…
As a fellow introvert, I know how it feels. In a world where the majority are extroverts, making friends (especially in college) isn’t an easy task for us. Not that there is anything wrong with us, but most…
I have always been pretty bad at languages. Took 12 years of French in school and the only thing I can say directly translates to “the ingredients in this dish are not healthy”. Pretty ironic because everything I…
Whenever we exercise physically, our muscles are growing and strengthening. You go to the gym, you become big. You start jogging – your body feels better. No matter what sport you may practice, you’re doing your body a…
Successful entrepreneurs and managers possess a lot of useful skills but the ability to manage time is probably on top of the list of their qualities. Modern technologies made the business a never-ending process, which means that senior…
In today’s professional environment, there’s a huge misconception that’s been going around all over the place for quite a while now. Employees tend to believe that their chances of earning a promotion lie in the hours they spend…
Wise people judge others by their deeds, not words. Though it is the right thing to do, sometimes it is important to pay attention to words, too, as they can show truth if you read them correctly. In…
Healthy and productive lifestyle has become everyone’s religion. People are looking for tips on how to be productive and how to plan a productive day, whether for work or school. As the result, productivity has become a necessary…
There’s a big hype about video content these days. Sometimes it is so much more convenient to just watch a video than read an article, right? With nowadays technology users can watch videos anywhere at any time, so…
With the current state of the market, successfully landing your dream job can be quite a challenge, putting it mildly. Often, even a well-educated and highly qualified candidate has to suffer through months of unemployment and rejection before…
Are these three things even related?
Strangely enough, they are all intimately related and related to intimacy. There is a lot of action nowadays in the research world about how improving the body improves the mind. The whole concept…
Admit it or not, the styling makes a great impact on your daily lifestyle. It affects how people approach you or at the very least what they should expect from you. The right kind of style can be…
It’s Friday afternoon, the day that Sally has been waiting for the entire week. She carelessly cleaned her office desk and excitedly brushed her way to the bustling crowd. As she pushed your way to that overcrowded subway,…
What’s one goal that almost everyone, regardless of profession, wants to achieve?
We’ll forego the guessing games and get straight to the point: we all want to work less and get more accomplished. And why not?
If you can…
Did you know that there are apps that make you money on a trip? Now you can not only travel but also earn a bit.
All of us like to travel. The tastes are so different, that allows thousands of…
Style is your packaging. It’s what others get to see at a first glance and how they’ll remember you. It doesn’t have to define you, but it should give people a small insight into your personality and your…
Guys, it’s time to get together to fight poverty. In 2017, problems like food access, malnourishment, homelessness, and affordable housing should not be as prominent as they are. With the help of just a few of your buddies,…
Work! As if it’s not bad enough that we’re expected to check in with the office for nine hours of grind each day, many of us are compelled to trudge through bad traffic, worse weather and crowds of…
Ever have one of those days where you’re sitting at home, binge-watching Netflix, having a weekend marathon of gaming, or maybe you saw a thought-provoking PSA, and think, “I need to get more involved”? Maybe you do, maybe…
Sleeping well during exam season is a challenge no matter how well your grades are going, the added pressure of exam performance and the general busyness of this time of your life can mean that the quality of…
Our grandchildren accept us for who we are, without rebuke or effort to change us, as no one in our entire lives has ever done, not our parents, siblings, spouses, friends — and hardly ever our own grown…
Are you a busy student who wants to earn money but can’t commit to a full-time or part-time job? Believe it or not, there are actually a lot of ways to make some quick cash without having to…
Well, from a lazy person to another, here are some tips that will be beneficial for each and every one of you. All you will need is the will to actually move.
1. Exercise in the Morning
Sure, exercising at…
Every one of us have a bad habit or two. Maybe even more. But there are several bad habits that can wreak havoc on your health and fitness, thereby affecting your life in a detrimental way. Bad habits…
“New year, new me!” This is the sentence we all hear coming from every corner once the year starts. We all want to become the better versions of ourselves, to turn the next year into an adventure. But…
Being a student is a tough life right now. I was sitting with a mountain of books to cover the other day and questioning all my life decisions. Does it really have to be this hard to get…
In the future, they will probably define 21 century as the era when all people in the world became interconnected, ending the tale about “6 degrees of separation”. If you do not remember, this was an idea by…
The necessity to learn a language is what we all face at some point in our lives. As business becomes international and everything aims to enter the globalized market, we have to know at least one foreign language….
Hey, wanna achieve success and gain your rewards from the idea of starting a small business in another country? In this article you will show you how to do it and give you some useful tips. We want…
If men were being honest when asked to name their favorite hobby, they would all give this answer: stalking ex girlfriends on Instagram. Social media is part of everyone’s life. Even if you resist the trends, you’ll at…
What should a man do to start a life of a lone ranger and become self-employed?
Most men are used to grumble quietly about how they are sick and tired of being office puppies. They don’t miss any opportunity…
Presenting yourself in the best light and in the most attractive way possible sure has a lot of advantages. And this is not just for men in the dating scene but even in a professional setting. Ensuring that…
Laziness is something that all of us have and many of us “practice” during most of the day. Everyone has this quality to a bigger or lesser extent, so we enjoy spending time procrastinating any time we can….
Despite a great value of higher education, young people should always keep in mind that having a diploma doesn’t give them any guarantees of getting a well-paid job immediately after graduation. Students should obtain a great number of…
That day is finally fast approaching when you are supposed to go to college. You have finally selected your majors and you are content with it. All your fees related worries have been covered by the student loan…
Studying abroad is a chance for you to be adventurous, explore the unknown, and try your hand at activities that may not be on offer in your home country. If you didn’t get into any of the Ivy…
Although the idea of running your own business appeals to many people, you are probably not going to see many of them actually going through with it. Apart from the tough economy, one of the major obstacles that…
If you come to a negotiation table saying you have the final truth, that you know nothing but the truth and that is final, you will get nothing – Harri Holkeri
For most people negotiation is an uncomfortable deal….
I bet you totally can relate when I say that studying SUCKS.
Long hours, time doing work when you could be out and about, and nerve wracking tests that define where we end up in the future. (Well, at…
Regardless of what line of work you are in, networking is probably one of the most common words uttered by your peers, collaborators, and clients. And there is a good reason for that, Networking is an extremely effective…
George Bernard once said, “Few people think more than two or three times a year; I have made an international reputation for myself by thinking once or twice a week.” Scientifically, this is technically impossible but morally then…
II really have to finish this essay by tomorrow, but there are still a few hours left and if I really pull myself together, I can get it done quickly. Should I check Facebook again? Oh, this friend…
Being in college brings stressors which influence our grades. School work itself can become overwhelming. Add to that the need to stay within a tight budget, possibly to work part-time, the social pressures, navigating the whole financial aid…
Believe it or not, changing careers nowadays is easier than ever. The professional environment has drastically changed over the last several years. The modern technology and the rise of digital media are constantly evolving, giving employees and employers…
Deciding to do your Master’s is a big step. We all know entering a Master’s program can bring you more job opportunities. There has always been a difficulty attachment to it though. Many people believe they don’t have…
Now wouldn’t it be nice if you got to enjoy everything you do? You would wake up with a smile, hum while you go through your day and possibly get to skip occasionally when you’re sure that nobody…
Motivation. It’s what we are constantly looking for, but always lack. Do you want to go through life boldly, or do you want to be useless for the rest of your days? We all know the answer to…
Have you ever considered hopping on a motorcycle and cruising with the wind against your face? Have you thought of what it would be like to experience nature from the seat of a motorcycle, winding down roads surrounded…
Our life is a mystery and we do not know what will happen next moment. However, just try to imagine how it will be impressive if somebody told us pieces of advice, which would simplify our life and…
The alarm rang at 7:30 today – as always. I woke up, happy to have two-and-a-half hours before I needed to start work. I took a quick shower, ate some food, caught up with the news, and put…
Oh man, sometimes being at university sucks! Of course, you want to get good grades, but this is your time to get to know people! These are your university years, you’re supposed to have fun, drink and get…
Time management as one of the most important skills for students who want to achieve great results and build a career. If you want to become a specialist in any area, you need to be serious about many…
“Should I invite that woman out? She is my colleague… what if things don’t work out? It will be awkward to go to work every day… But, what if things do work out? What if this is just…
“I am incredibly qualified for the applied position, have commendable educational qualifications, and a well written resume, but, sadly, it seems I never make up for the final cut”. This, perhaps, is a very usual story of many…
No one is protected against the failure of the final examination, but it is difficult to realize that a bad result on the exam is not a tragedy. What to do next and who is wrong and how…
Productivity is an intrinsic part of our everyday life.
Whether you’re at home, work or school, you will need to be productive in order to stay aloft, perform effectively and produce the kind of results that can measure up…
Finding your purpose in life is hard. But setting a few goals along the way sounds realistic. Personal development experts suggest writing a 5-year plan. And why choose a term of 5 years? It’s considered enough to achieve…
You may have heard people complaining of sore muscles and other aches from having to drag around their heavy luggage while travelling. Whether you travel for business or leisure, travelling light can nearly eliminate risks of returning from…
In this modern age, it seems like we really don’t need to develop our writing skills. We especially don’t need to write with a pen and paper any more, as technology has basically eradicated the need. Or has…
Job interviews can be an incredibly overwhelming process, at least for a few of us who know it all but face self-esteem issues. If there are times when you leave a job interview saying, “I knew the answer,…
At the first read, minimalism might be a scary concept for most of us. We tend to associate it with selling all our stuff, saying goodbye to any indulgences and living in a small cabin somewhere in the…
Many successful people credit their achievements to following a daily routine. Howard Schultz cycles with his wife each morning at 5.30am. Richard Branson always has muesli and fruit salad for breakfast. Oprah Winfrey makes sure she sits in…
“Goals are something that makes us pop out of bed each morning. Without them you might be wondering: “Why do I have to go to that job I hate?” So figuring out a goal as early in life…
The idea of incorporating yoga into our workplace is not a new thing by any means; HBO, Apple, Nike and many other globally recognized companies offer yoga classes to their employees as part of their corporate wellness program….
One of the few downsides to travel is that it can be pretty pricey. With plane tickets, hotels, attractions just being a few things to worry about, it tends to add up. That’s why it’s important for you…
The Importance of Appreciation
When it comes to love and life experiences, you often hear of people giving off “expert” advice telling you to “live in the moment.” But none of us actually really stop to think about wat…
Many students seek to improve how they write their research papers. A student can employ a combination of skills to complete any form of research with the most common being data collection, analysis, and interpretation skills. It is…
‘Crativity is intelligence having FUN’ – Albert Einstein
To some people being creative comes naturally, to some it doesn’t. But even those that are gifted with the wonderful artistic touch can’t always get their creative juices flowing. You might…
My brother, in his infinite genius, recently quit his job. Now I can’t really blame him because his boss was to put it in the most polite way possible – an ass. I could list the myriad ways…
Recently, some internet writers and comedians have come out bashing hipster lifestyle. But not me!
No, I’m part of a small group of more “evolved” writers who not only love and appreciate the hipster lifestyle, but envy it as…
Everyone is feeling sometimes down. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to get lost, but usually, all you need is a little inspiration and fun…
Sometimes inspiration can hit us like a bolt of lightning, sometimes…
Do you have a great idea for a startup? Maybe you love writing and dream of doing it for a living? But something is holding you back. This something is probably a fear of losing, failing, making mistakes,…
Many of us measure being ‘healthy’ on how perfect our body is – strong, toned and fighting fit are all qualities we admire, right? While there are clear benefits to improved physical health, there is so much more…
Today, more and more business issues are solved by electronic correspondence. How many emails you receive and send daily? 10? 20? 100? How many of them are really important (or at least are not templates)? Finally, how to…
Packing for summer vacation is a more difficult endeavor than it seems at the first glance. It would be much easier to wear nothing but your favorite shorts, a pair of flip flops and a cotton t-shirt, but…
What exactly does this “binge-watching” term everyone is talking about mean? Well, have you ever been in a situation when it’s 4 in the morning, you have a 9 a.m. class (or a job!) and you’ve wasted your…
“Often those that criticize others reveal what he himself lacks.” ― Shannon L. Alder
Throughout high school as a young teenager, I gave a damn about what others thought of me.
And believe me, as a kid there were critics…
If you are lucky enough to be asked to perform the duty of best man at a wedding you should firstly feel proud. Someone trusts and loves you enough to consider you suitable for this role in what…
Memory loss is something that puts the patient in a helpless position, where he knows that he is losing important fragments of his precious memories day after day and there is absolutely nothing that he can do to…