Do you know what it takes? Here are a handful of money hacks that have helped countless entrepreneurs get off on the right foot. 1. Understand Your Loan Options Very few people start and grow successful businesses without any sort of financial help. Some entrepreneurs need a little more assistance than others, but the majority of small business owners have some measure of help – and it’s usually financial in nature....

The ability to generate creative, profitable, problem-solving ideas is growing in importance, especially with the global economy stuck in the doldrums. But how can you be creative on demand? Here are four pocket-sized card decks that you can take anywhere – to your next team meeting or to a quiet park where you can brainstorm free from distractions – to help you generate your next breakthrough idea: KnowBrainer: If you are looking for a creativity tool that is powerful, portable, and low tech, then you ought to check out the KnowBrainer....

Canada, however, is the perfect backpacker destination. It somehow captivates the hearts and the minds of any traveller. With the unlimited resources and fun adventures, no backpacker could turn their heads from Canada. What are these exquisite reasons? What makes Canada unforgettable? 1. Hitchhikers Galore When you’re a backpacker, you prefer to hitchhike instead of taking the typical expensive trains or buses. You choose to hitchhike, because to some extent it shows you the culture of the country you’re in and allows you to get to know the people better, on a more personal basis....

Well, that is what most bosses would think—especially those that would rather tie an employee to a chair than let them leave for an extensive vacation. Here’s the keyword: “extensive”. For some reason, we always attach words to certain things and form associations without considering other possibilities. Who said a vacation has to be extensive? I like the thought Alfred James expressed in his article called, ‘Why you should take a day off of work and not feel guilty about it’ (clearly, he’s not talking about an extensive vacation at all): Look at it this way: you don’t own your employees and your work doesn’t own them – or you for that matter....

It shouldn’t matter how old anyone is when it comes to retirement. Retirement should be on everyone’s mind. Yes, the older you get, the closer you get to retirement. However, money put away when you are young ends up being worth a lot more when you are old due to compounding interest.[1] Saving up for a period of time doesn’t have to be hard or complicated, it is more about consistency....

In this article, you will learn how to spot out a toxic person, and what you can do to deal with them. Signs of Toxic People To make it more obvious, I have added some signs of toxic people below. Manipulative Behavior And Fabricated Mind Toxic people are unable to deal with the bitter truth firmly. If you are going to blurt out their fabrications with proof, they will try to change the whole matter with their manipulative behavior....

Here’s what you need to know in order to ensure you’re both a responsible pet owner and renter. 1. Choose the Right Breed Landlords know that a lot of renters own dogs, so it’s becoming more and more common to see pet policies. But you can make it easier on yourself when searching for apartments by choosing the right breed. “People have breeds they love, but if you know you’re going to be in a rental situation over the long term, consider looking into the breeds that don’t shed and are hypoallergenic,” property management firm Green Residential explains....

Adjusting the colors you wear, the colors you surround yourself with, and the lighting around you will help you adjust your emotions. This is a matter of understanding not just the generalizations and applications generated by scientific research, but your own associations as well. 1. Color temperature In layman’s terms, color temperature is the intensity and brightness of light. As the term color temperature suggests, the level of brightness has a direct bearing on color....

You may be a mid-level corporate employee who feels your career path has struck a stubborn dead-end. Maybe you’re a single mom and you’re fighting your hardest to provide for your children with two minimum wage jobs. Perhaps you’re a recent college graduate and you have visions of grandeur for your future, but haven’t the faintest clue where to start. The good news in all of these situations is that there are always steps you can take to induce growth....

“I’m a complete and utter mess and people don’t like me.” “I hate myself. I am so worthless and can’t do anything right.” “I just can’t fix the problems that are going on in my life.” If any of these thoughts resonate with you, self-love is the way to break free from it. It’s difficult to be loving yourself especially when you look at your past mistakes, the number of people you disappointed (yourself included), or judgemental thoughts that pop into your head....

One of the ways that people may consider losing weight is by undertaking surgery, but there are numerous risks involved. When dealing with something as complicated and sensitive as weight loss, sometimes people may feel like they have no hope other than surgery, even going so far as to convince themselves that it is the best option, even when it’s not. Let’s take a look at 5 of the most common lies people tell themselves when moving towards a decision to have weight loss surgery to meet their goals....

What do you need? All that you need for preparing these 5 easy latte art designs are: A pitcher/jug A cup A latte art tool or a toothpick (or something a bit thicker than a toothpick) Espresso machine And let’s not forget about the main ingredients: coffee, milk and chocolate syrup. How to make the perfect creamy milk foam? First, you need cold milk, and don’t heat it before steaming. When it comes to coffee, full fat milk is usually used, but it won’t make a lot of difference if you use some other types....

Still, as long as there are houses and other properties that need to be sold, opportunities will always exist in the real estate business. So, how are some of the established realtors making it through these tough times? In this post, I have compiled five of the most effective tools for helping real estate agents get and manage clients. Check them out. 1. Camera Drones The idea of a camera drone sounds like something out of an action-packed Jason Statham blockbuster, right?...

Check out five home improvements that are not just not DIY friendly, but can actually be more expensive when you do them yourself. 1. Anything You Need a Permit For There are a substantial number of home improvement projects that require permits from the city, and the full list often depends on the ordinances in your local area. Generally speaking, anytime you need to break or move ground, you require a permit....

1. Bring Nature Indoors When you think of this colour, it reminds you of nature. And it’s perfectly natural to want to bring it indoors. For one, using plants like succulents to decorate the home is gaining more popularity. Also, you can paint the rooms in different shades of blue-green to add a hint of sophistication. However, when it comes to newborn babies, lime or leaf green is the better choice because it looks more cheerful....

5. The Modern Bouquet This bouquet works well with flowing or “ruffled” wedding dresses, and compliments color schemes with white, fuschia, or lilac. Floral arrangements at weddings vary in price, with the overall average flower cost ranging from $1,000–2,000. Bride’s bouquets alone tend to cost anywhere from $100–300. Original site 4. The Classic Bouquet White roses are the classic flower chosen for weddings, anniversaries, and christenings, historically representing new beginnings and innocence....

It’s not until everyone leaves again that you can go back to the working on the important things. The only problem is, it becomes tough to leave the office on time. It’s little wonder that a recent study by Deloitte showed that two thirds of corporate workers feel “overwhelmed”, and 80% wanted to do fewer hours. My own study, with 390 working professionals, showed similar results. Many said it was difficult to stay focused because of ongoing distractions....

It seems only natural that they would make good business leaders. They aren’t shy when it comes to making their thoughts known and they seem to have the charisma to get people to follow them. You shouldn’t discount introverts though. Introverts are commonly thought of as shy and socially awkward. It seems like they are low energy and uninspiring at the first glance. How could someone like that compete in the boisterous arena of business in today’s climate?...

It’s a big world out there, and it will throw various challenges your way. You need to prepare yourself for them – you wouldn’t believe how many graduates have difficulties with very simple tasks like paying the bills, for example. Neglecting this piece of advice will most certainly leave you confused and discouraged to make it on your own, and I know you don’t want to be one of those people who comes back running to their parent’s house only months after school is done....

Literary legend, George Orwell wrote an essay in 1946 called Politics and the English Language as something of a cure for the state of writing in publications of the day. PickTheBrain.com brings to light 5 rules from said essay that will bring out your writing from the pack. Never use a metaphor, simile, or other figure of speech which you are used to seeing in print. 2. Never use a long word where a short one will do....