It was a small little startup with huge dreams. The thing that makes Google stand apart is just how productive it is. Most people on the planet use an application created by the very prolific and productive Google. The magic part of this is that mostly, they do not pay Google for the use of it. So, Google gets a lot of goodwill from prospects as well as a lot of user data because they can serve a vast number of people with all their products....

Traditionally, during the time of Lent those who observe it either do something consistently or give up something that they know is detrimental to them – or is a habit they;d like to eliminate. Common things include smoking, drinking or eating junk food. But we;re in the 21st century now, and perhaps it’s time we look at a few of the things that in today’s day and age you could give up for Lent that would make an impact....

Many beginners of meditation are wrongly guided and, as a result, there are thousands of courses available for meditation, teaching meditation in various ways—some in a week, other in 10-days course. There are weekend seminars on meditation, most of them making the initiation of your meditation practice even more confusing. You don’t need to read books or any courses on meditation that go for days or weeks. Use these three tips for meditation, and you’ll experience a quick and proper initiation in the practice of meditation....

It takes a great deal of parenting to satisfy the needs of children, but splendid birthday decorations will surely help the cause. Here below are 30 awesome birthday party decorations that every kid will love, and make things easier for parents. 1. Fork Placeholder 2. Hanging Paper Flowers 3. Balloon Blowout 4. Cupcake Liner Flower Lights 5. Tiered Paper Candy Stand 6. Baby’s Sunshine Party 7. Flower Pots for Cutleries 8....

Click on the image to download a wallpaper sized 30 Second Tip! Never stay up late for something that wouldn’t be worth getting up early for. Sleep Hack: A Simple Strategy For Better Rest In Less Time

1. Never spend more than 70 percent of every dollar you make. You have to have some kind of guide line/budget and 70 percent is a number that I have found works for people. Sure this number will change the older you get and the more money you make, but by sticking to this percent early in life will set you up for later in life. 2. What to do with the other 30 percent....

Paying Student Loans Student debt seems to be the one unavoidable facet of Millennial life. Some people like to write the growing debt off as the laziness of our generation, but we know better. We know that we’re out there busting our asses and looking for the most effective ways to get our debt paid off, and fast. Turns out, this is having a huge impact on the cities that we like too....

It might seem like a really small tool, but motivational wallpapers can actually help. No, really. They are always there on your screen, and the right one can really push you to get moving. Making your desktop motivate you is one of the best ways to optimize it. It can even help draw you out of the apathetic state that may be causing your lack of motivation in the first place....

While coffee can be beneficial, it also has its downsides, as we wrote in Rype’s blog. In fact, coffee is not a necessary component for us to increase our productivity if we have the right strategies in place. By leveraging the resources we have in our lives, planning our day strategically, and some mindful practices, we can get more done in less time without depending on coffee. Here are the 4 powerful ways to double your productivity....

It is easy to think that limitations do not apply. In some ways, limits do not apply—until they do. Limitations are our body’s way of saying, “I have had enough.” Often, this will show up in the form of tiredness, fatigue, brain fog, decreased passion, increased cynicism, and many other symptoms.[1] But ignoring these limit markers can be the cause of team burnout. We see the team lose innovation, productivity, and momentum when it loses its edge....

Sitting down not only adds to muscle tension in the back, but add poor posture to that and you have a situation where constriction of blood vessels and nerves cause more lower back pain. This is why lower back pain shouldn’t be overlooked as it can be a complicated health issue with not just one cause – our muscular system adapts easily to how we sit, with our circulatory and nervous system also being affected....

Growing up, I often felt trapped in a really bad nightmare — and I wanted to wake up. My abusive, alcoholic mother kicked me out of the house at 17 and, as a result, I never finished high school. I found myself sleeping on the very same park bench I played in as a kid, with less than $20 in my pocket. I decided then and there, to change the trajectory of my life....

However, many obstacles stand in our way such as finances, responsibilities, loans and commitments to others and ourselves. This leads to many weird decisions, sometimes rash and irrational, bringing on many unexpected consequences. Unfortunately, no one ever gave us a guideline on how to navigate the 21st-century millennial boom. We were given books of knowledge and wisdom, but not the guidelines to understanding this century. To be able to navigate the maps, you need to understand the geography and its components....

1. Use Hashtags and Trends In an average day, there are 350 million tweets sent per day, with 750 tweets being shared per second. In order to organize the chaos and make tweets more searchable, many tweeters use hashtags—a unique form of organization created and managed by Twitter (and now Facebook) users. The top 10 most popular hashtags (and even proper nouns) are listed in the “Trends” section of your Twitter interface, but by checking the “Discover” tab, you can search for active, existing trends that align with your content....

One of the best things about listening to the best funny songs is that you need not rely on the company of others to uplift your mood. Such songs are meant to get the job done. Whether it’s bringing a smile on your face or bringing a little joy, keeping a funny song list handy can work wonders for you. But where would you find such a list? Do not concern yourself with the “where” because, in this write-up, we have gathered some of the funny songs that will make you laugh instantly....

We don’t blame you as Kindle dominates the market since it was the flagship product that started this whole demand. However, as the years have gone by, there are several Kindle alternatives that you may want to consider. Why Consider E-Readers in General? We mentioned above that e-readers aren’t distracting and are gentler on the eyes. But they also have several other perks. Ebooks are significantly cheaper than paperback since you’re cutting out the middleman, the printing, and shipping of the physical book....

Mechanical keyboards, however, have switches under each key, which can make typing easier, faster, and more accurate. And, of course, these keyboards often make an audible clicking noise when the keys are pressed, which many people find quite satisfying. These keyboards also tend to last longer than their membrane counterparts. Mechanical keyboards are available for PCs and Macs, so make sure to verify the compatibility of your computer and the keyboard before purchasing....

There is a variety of ransomware that can intrude a system and exploit the vulnerabilities to install itself silently on the victim’s computer. This guide will teach you how to protect your computer from these threats so that your system does not fall victim to this harrowing ordeal. Here are 5 best ways to protect your computer from ransomware. 1. Regularly backup your data. The best thing you can do to prevent ransomware infection is regularly backup your data....

No matter what stage you are at in your career, upgrading your skills is one of the most important things you can do to get ahead in life. Whether this means adding a foreign language or a software skill to your resume, we’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ll share with you the 5 best websites to upgrade your skills if you’re busy. You can get started today!...