Archive for May, 2008

Follow That Boomer!
by Andrew Gordon (05/13/2008)

The two surefire ways to make money off boomers is now down to one. But that one way looks stronger than ever - and if you haven't invested accordingly, you should do it now.

Something for Nothing
by Judith Strauss (05/13/2008)

Can you afford to give away something for nothing to attract new customers? Not only can you... you should.

Word to the Wise: Inveigle
by ETR (05/13/2008)

To "inveigle" (in-VAY-gul) - from the Latin for "without eyes" - is to persuade by ingenuity or flattery.

Allowing for Unforeseen Circumstances
by Robert Ringer (05/13/2008)

The reality is that unforeseen circumstances are an integral part of everyday life. And the only way you can exert any degree of control over them is to make the necessary allowances in advance.

The Best Way to Boost Metabolism
by Craig Ballantyne (05/13/2008)

The best way to boost your metabolism is not with an overpriced, full-of-caffeine pill from a bottle. No matter what the magazine ads say, these supplements will not have a lasting effect on your metabolism.

A Crash Course in Murphy’s Law
by Early To Rise (05/13/2008)

It’s Fun to Know: A Little-Known Perk for Postal Workers
by ETR (05/13/2008)

There's a town in Central Florida that's populated entirely by retired postal workers and their spouses.

Wealth and Wealthy People
by Michael Masterson (05/12/2008)

If you want to survive and prosper in the first decade of 21st century, emulate the habits of the world's richest people. Educate yourself about money. Make conservative investments. And seize opportunities to start and/or invest in entrepreneurial businesses.

Word to the Wise: Nefarious
by ETR (05/12/2008)

Something that's "nefarious" (nih-FARE-ee-us) is extremely wicked or villainous.

How to Get a Cranky Customer
by Suzanne Richardson (05/12/2008)

Being on the receiving end of bad service can ruin your day. But there's good news: Every bad customer service experience you have (or hear about) can help you improve your own customer service.

It’s Good to Know: Hands-Only CPR
by ETR (05/12/2008)

For decades, the recommended CPR method for heart attack victims has included both mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and chest compressions.

SEO Don’ts: Using Hidden Text
by Alexis Siemon (05/12/2008)

One thing you should avoid when optimizing your site for the search engines is hidden text.

7 Wealth-Building Lessons from Billionaires
by Early To Rise (05/12/2008)

Should You Take a Break From Exercise?
by Craig Ballantyne (05/12/2008)

If you are regularly training with weights or doing interval training (as you should for maximum health benefits and fat loss), consider taking off a week for recovery every three months.

How Many Push-Ups Can You Do?
by Craig Ballantyne (05/10/2008)

The push-up is the all-American exercise. Too bad most Americans would have a hard time cranking out a single repetition, let alone the number they should be able to do for their age.

Does It Take Money to Make Money?
by Paul Lawrence (05/10/2008)

The truth is, money just doesn't matter all that much when it comes to starting a business. I know from firsthand experience that it's possible to start a profitable business with virtually nothing.

Word to the Wise: Disport
by ETR (05/10/2008)

Does It Take Money to Make Money?
by Early To Rise (05/10/2008)

It’s Fun to Know: The Portraits on Coins
by ETR (05/10/2008)

You may not have noticed, but the portraits of presidents and other dignitaries on paper money are usually full-face views, while the portraits on coins are almost always in profile.

How to Let a Mentor Find You
by Judith Strauss (05/10/2008)

Turn yourself into an outstanding employee - and your boss's number one protege - by following this advice from Automatic Wealth for Grads... and Anyone Else Just Starting Out:

The Language Perfectionist: Avoid Adverbial Awkwardness
by Don Hauptman (05/10/2008)

The use of famously in this sense is not only incorrect but trendy and pretentious. Linguists call such usages "vogue words."

The Perfect Fat-Burning Workout
by Craig Ballantyne (05/09/2008)

If you're like most people, you don't have a whole lot of time to work out. Not to mention, you'd rather exercise in your home gym than pay monstrous fees to a local health club. If you want to lose fat fast at home, here's an easy-to-implement plan.

Real Estate 101: Making Money When You Buy
by Julie Broad (05/09/2008)

When you get to know an area intimately, you can spot deals and snap up a property before anyone else.

Are My Great Expectations Just Wonky?
by David Cross (05/09/2008)

Studies by experts such as Dr. Jakob Nielsen have shown that when software or websites "break," many users blame themselves. "It must be something I did," customers think. And then they give up on the task in hand, which, if it is spending money on your site, isn't good for you.

Word to the Wise: Deliquesce
by ETR (05/09/2008)

To "deliquesce" (del-ih-KWES) - from the Latin for "to be fluid" - is to melt away or disappear as if by melting.

5 Ways to Fix a "Broken" Website
by Early To Rise (05/09/2008)

Dear ETR: "My biggest dilemma is if I’m right for the job."
by Michael Masterson (05/09/2008)

Learning to become good at selling is simply learning technique. If you are smart enough to learn to ride a bicycle or use a computer spreadsheet, you are more than smart enough to learn the techniques you will need to be an excellent salesperson.

It’s Good to Know: What’s the Appendix Good For, Anyway?
by ETR (05/09/2008)

If you have to have your appendix removed, it won't have much of an effect on your health. In fact, you probably won't notice anything different, except for the surgery scar, of course.

How to Set Priorities
by Early To Rise (05/08/2008)

Oil’s Last Harrah
by Andrew Gordon (05/08/2008)

Oil is still making new highs and supply is still very tight. Wait for the price to head down. Then simply be willing to believe in and act on what you're seeing.
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