Plan first Usually people get so excited to start something that they just want to dive in. While excitement isn’t necessarily a bad thing, just diving into something like a website can be. Spend some time to plan out exactly what your website will be doing. Figure out what your color scheme will be, who your audience is. Spend some time figuring out exactly how you want to lay out the website and how much money you are willing to put into it....

~Ron White The universe is throwing a big party and we’re all invited! Here are a few things you should know about this particular party. 1. It’s BYOE Bring Your Own Everything. The universe isn’t hosting the party so much as allowing us to hang out at her place for awhile. She’s providing the environment for us to enjoy, or not to enjoy. It’s up to us to bring stuff....

There are many methods that can help you to protect your white shoes, regardless of the material they are made of, including leather, mesh, suede or canvas. You can use a product like Crep Protect to keep your Converse clean as long as possible. This way your sneakers become easier to clean when they get marks, scuffs or stains. Another way to protect your sneakers is by taking notice of the weather....

Little everyday anxieties cause us much more harm than major setbacks in life. The job rejection is forgotten in a few days and the break up in a few months while rush hour traffic and waiting in line at grocery stores is encountered day after day and year after year. There is no escape from the everyday hassles of life, the only thing you can do is learn to de-stress, no matter where you are and not let the little things bother you....

1. Fish Tacos in Crunchy Shells ($3.56 per serving) Is there a better way to end the day than a Fish Taco dinner filled with protein and nutrients and is easy on the wallet? This recipe calls for a boys’ or girls’ night in front of a good movie or game. 2. Mini-Meatball Noodle Soup ($3.43 per serving) We’ve heard of the delicious spaghetti and meatballs recipes, but imagine having that same meatball goodness in a soup?...

1. Get Moving I know, I know– you just want a break, and perhaps tiring yourself out even more is the last thing on your mind. But trust me, this is gold. Exercise triggers the brain to release feel-good hormones called endorphins, which will– erhm– make you feel good. Yeah, it really is that simple. 2. Drink Tea …Green Tea, especially. They are a rich source of L-Theanine, a chemical that is proven to reduce stress and anger....

Calling up an old friend. You know you’ve been meaning to, and they’d love to hear from you. Finally going for that run you’ve been promising yourself. It’s going to feel so good afterward, even if the process is a little painful. Hand-writing a note to someone you love. Snail mail is a dying art, and they’ll love receiving it! Making cookies from ingredients you already have in the pantry....

There is always something about ourselves we can improve on. The human potential is limitless, so it’s impossible to reach a point of no growth. Whenever we think we are good, we can be even better. As a passionate advocate of growth, I’m continuously looking for ways to self-improve. I’ve compiled 42 of my best self development ideas, which might be helpful in your personal growth journey. Some of them are simple steps which you can engage in immediately....

Blog writers post 1400 new blog posts Facebook users share 2,460,000 pieces of content Twitter users tweet 277,000 times Pinterest users pin 3,472 images Youtube users upload 72 hours of new video Instagram users post 216,000 new photo Email users send 204,000,000 messages With so much content being created every minute, you need to find ways to make your content stand out from the pack. The first step is creating really great content–content that readers or viewers will not only enjoy, but find addictive....

1. It’s Like A Personalized Massage Every time you foam roll, you get a personal massage! Sure, it’s great to go to the spa or to a masseuse to work out those tight and sore muscles. But that can take the whole day! In as little as 10 minutes you get the same benefits of a massage as you help revive your tired and sore muscles. There’s nothing like a good trip to La Spa a la Casa!...

Without branding, though, you will not be able to attract new business to your company. Branding is not just coming up with a name for your business. It involves micro-processes and strong marketing to complete the task. Also, you must continually be promoting your brand even when it is established. Here are the fundamental steps that you should take when it comes to branding. Step-by-Step Guide for the Branding Process Before you begin, you should carefully plan your branding strategy....

1. Voice Quality One of the most important things to keep in mind when a customer calls the customer services department of the company is the type of voice clarity that he will experience when he calls. If it is of the highest quality then the entire experience would be a better one. The voice quality on most of these phones is that of HD quality and that is something that makes the entire process of a telephonic conversation a pleasant one for both the customer service representative and the customer who calls in....

Learning a new language for the first time is confusing. We often don’t know how to get started, nor do we have the time to commit to learning! This leads us to waste our energy, money, and most importantly, time. That stops today. We’re going to show you the 5 most deadly mistakes all language learners make — and how you can avoid them. 1. Not knowing your “why” Understanding your “why” is where it all has to start....

Researchers discovered that kids who scored higher on a test or in the exam are an expert of symbolic gameplay. Due to the growing popularity of these educational games, it is important to learn what effects they may have on your children, and what may moderate these effects. This article will show you different kinds of educational games and the positive impact they can have on your kids. Baby gender differences and parental monitoring over child’s gaming are studied as potential moderators....

Check Matt’s Idea Blog for more, and if you have any filing hacks to share – let’s hear them! When you pull a file, simply lift up the file behind it a few inches and let the remaining files in front of that one lean back. You’ll find they keep the bookmark file up above the rest until you’re ready to return the pulled file. Fold Crease Have you ever noticed that set of horizontal creases at the bottom of most file folders?...

1. Faulty sleeping habits The way you sleep can have a lot to do with your posture and your back pains. There are three main sleeping positions: on the back, on the belly, and on a side. The best of them is on the back, because your entire body is sitting straight. Sleeping on your belly forces you to twist your neck, while sleeping on a side requires more support in order to keep your spine straight....

1. Adopt a hobby that they can practice every day Successful people know that there is a lot more to life than working, sleeping, and eating. Even they have to be able to relax and enjoy some downtime every now and again. That’s why the world’s smartest people engage in one or more activities that they love. When you’re able to pick up a hobby that you can practice every day it may actually help you become more successful....

There are now mobile apps that make looking for a job easier and more interesting. Plus, due to the rise in social networking, there are countless opportunities to meet new people who can become valuable additions to your professional network. Here are five job search tips that can help you learn to love the whole process. 1. Have fun with the new technology. As with everything it touches, technology has radically changed the job search....

Most people feel lost after selecting a career because it’s a career that they have not selected themselves or that they have been told to select by friends or family. By the time they realize it’s not truly what they want, it’s too late and they have given up hope that they could do something about it. These laws will help you stay on the right track and have a rewarding career....

It just cannot distinguish the threats from the benign elements. The result is usually painful inflammation of the joints. Its official name is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Symptoms range from mild to severe and the disease may manifest itself in joint pain, chronic fatigue, skin rashes, migraines, ulcers and may damage internal organs such as the kidneys and heart. If you have a loved one struggling with lupus right now, there are a few choice misconceptions that others believe and that you should keep in mind as you support them....