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How to do just about anything; life hacks to navigate obstacles of all types, from the trivial to the severe.

6 Tips to Making Effective Lists
Lists!!! Need I say more? I love lists. I love everything about them but nothing more than crossing off completed tasks. Lists have benefits that go beyond the reward of checking items off. They are beneficial in keeping us organized and on track, which can ease our minds and reduce stress. Here are some tips (in list form of course) for using lists effectively.
By Michelle Onyango8 years ago in Lifehack
How I Overcame My Fear of Public Speaking
When it comes to public speaking, it really is not easy, especially in classes where the professor says: "you will present next!". Like damn, what will I say? What if I get stuck, or even worse...go blank?
By Diane Z8 years ago in Lifehack
How to Write a Maid of Honor Speech
First of all.. Hi! I’m Amber and my life is the epitome of “Always a bridesmaid, never a bride,” but don’t let the negative stigma fool you. I’ve truly loved being a bridesmaid and even more specifically a maid of honor (and that’s even after the hundreds of dollars I’ve shelled out…You ladies know what I’m talking about).
By Amber Matthews8 years ago in Lifehack
How To Make the Most of Your Library Card (From a Former Library Employee)
Take it from someone who used to work in a library: people underestimate them. Sure, we all know they're brimming with hardcovers and paperbacks, but I bet you there's an amazing feature at your library that you're missing out on. I don't even need to go to your library to tell you there's something your library offers that you're not utilizing.
By Robin Owens8 years ago in Lifehack
How to Write a Perfect Thank You Note: A Crash Course for Beginners. Top Story - January 2018.
In this day and age, shooting off a quick "thank you" text can seem like enough after receiving a gift, but not everyone who gifts us is from our generation, and sometimes the short period of time it takes to write a real "thank you" can make someone's day.
By Robin Owens8 years ago in Lifehack
How To: Prepare Your House for Sale
Home stagers and realtors alike understand the importance of getting your home prepared and as clean as possible for potential buyers, especially giving it that professional finish. According to Ginger Brokaw, a senior vice president at Town Residential Real Estate in Manhattan, cleanliness can be the difference between getting the sale you want or having to settle for less.
By Georgia de la Bertauche8 years ago in Lifehack
5 Ways My Planner Transformed My Life
It’s no secret that planning an event can help it run smoothly. You wouldn’t have a wedding without a bit of planning, you couldn’t run a business without a schedule, and you shouldn’t write an essay without a plan. So, the idea of running something as important as my life without any kind of planning doesn’t make much sense to me; however, this wasn’t something I realised until recently.
By Kate Watkins8 years ago in Lifehack
Productivity Is About Choices
I'm often asked what the secret to productivity is. In my experience, the secret is the ability to make, and stick to, choices about how you spend your time.
By Melanie Newdick8 years ago in Lifehack
NYC on a Budget
Living on a budget in NYC can be a challenge, but is possible as long as you set limits to what you spend. I know how hard it can be deciding to give up Starbucks coffee to make my own at home to save money. I am going to list off some tips on how I have saved money and given up things that I love most.
By Lindsey H8 years ago in Lifehack
Tips on Throwing a New Year's Eve Party! . Top Story - December 2017.
New Year’s Eve is the time of festive celebrations. Out with the old, in with the new. Many people get a sense of joy knowing that they can begin a clean slate. Everything from new weight loss ventures to saying goodbye to old habits come to the forefront at this time.
By Sue C8 years ago in Lifehack
Life Hacks to Save Money So You Can Spend It Elsewhere
Taking trips are usually expensive, especially getting out of the state or country. Just the flight and booking a room for a few nights will drain your wallet. That's why many of us must save a lot of money, before we can spend it elsewhere!
By Jennifer Violet8 years ago in Lifehack
10 Tips on How to Make and Use a Grocery Budget
Times are tough for people all over the United States. Some people have had to let go of precious items to pay bills or get food on the table. But, what if there was a way to create an efficient budget for your grocery needs? Here's a few steps to get you started on your new food savings.
By Savana Verret8 years ago in Lifehack