Free and Cheap Stock Photos
Posted February 3, 2010 - 09:00 by Lynn Truong
Need great images to go with your blog posts? Here are 12 places to get free or cheap stock photos.
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About Lynn Truong
Left the 9-6 corporate world in 2004 to "take a break" but never found a good enough reason to go back.
Lynn Truong's profileThe New Frugality: Consume Less, Save More, Live Better
Posted January 28, 2010 - 10:00 by Lynn Truong
Last week on Patt Morrison I heard Chris Farrell talking about "The New Frugality" and the trend towards a sustainable lifestyle. I felt this topic was extremely relevant for us at Wise Bread. When we started three years ago, frugal was a dirty word. Frugal meant cheap. It meant denying yourself pleasures. It meant sacrifice. But from the beginning, Wise Bread sought to change this idea.
10 Healthy Things to Eat and Drink in the New Year
Posted December 29, 2009 - 07:00 by Lynn Truong
Here are 10 of the most healthy (and tasty) foods to start eating (or eat more of) in the new year.
The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs
Posted November 10, 2009 - 07:00 by Lynn Truong
I've been to a lot of conferences and sat through a lot of bad presentations. But on a few rare occasions I'd sit in on a spectacular one. It wasn't just informative, but engaging, inspiring, and entertaining. In The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs, Carmine Gallo breaks down the specific techniques and provides a blueprint for an electrifying presentation, in the style of one of the most captivating communicators in the world -- Steve Jobs.
Book Review: Secrets of a Stingy Scoundrel
Posted October 2, 2009 - 06:00 by Lynn Truong
Phil Villarreal's new book is hilarious. Seriously, his snarky wit will cause many laugh out loud moments — not something you want to be reading during a conference call or in a public bathroom. What we all might not agree on though is which tip is okay (like, it's legal), and which tip is not (like, you'll get a smackdown), and which are pure genius (Show Me the Money).
Museum Day September 26, 2009: Free Admission This Saturday only!!
Posted September 24, 2009 - 19:20 by Lynn Truong
This Saturday, September 26, hundreds of museums and cultural venues are participating in Museum Day. Enjoy free general admission for ONE DAY ONLY (except for museums that are closed on Saturdays, the admission card works for Sunday, September 27).
Beyond Budgeting: Pocketsmith Helps You Forecast
Posted August 20, 2009 - 12:01 by Lynn Truong
There are many financial tools and services that help you track your spending and stick to your budgets. PocketSmith is a new contender with a twist. While it does track your spending, it focuses on forecasting. PocketSmith is also giving 5 Wise Bread readers a yearly Premium account. Read on for details.
How to Buy a Digital Camera
Posted August 12, 2009 - 22:09 by Lynn Truong
At any price point, there are any number of camera options. Whether you're in the market for a DSLR or compact point-and-shoot, it's not about getting the best features (there are too many). Get a camera that best fits your lifestyle and preferences. Here are some tips to help narrow down your options
10 Unhealthiest Restaurants
Posted July 29, 2009 - 13:35 by Lynn Truong
Eat This, Not That! analyzed and graded 66 different chain restaurants, and came up with a list of America's Unhealthiest Restaurants. It goes to show how easy it is to underestimate the amount of calories in a seemingly simple meal. Here are the restaurants that topped the charts with calories and fat content per serving.
Alternative Wedding Ideas for Big Savings
Posted July 22, 2009 - 08:00 by Lynn Truong
I got married in May and I couldn't have been happier with how the day went. We opted for some frugal alternatives that ended up making the day better than I could have imagined. Here's how we saved loads of money by choosing alternatives over tradition.
EcoUsable Ech2o Stainless Steel Filtered Water Bottle GIVEAWAY!
Posted July 4, 2009 - 22:51 by Lynn Truong
I feel the same way about plastic water bottles as Andrea (read here Bottled Water, Bottled Hype series), and many others who feel that it's disturbing that over 60 million plastic water bottles go into landfills every day. EcoUsable is here to help with that! They've created the Ech2o, the world's first stainless steel filtered water bottle. Um..it's a stainless steel water bottle...with a filter inside it!!
40 Most Useful Travel Websites That Can Save You a Fortune
Posted May 15, 2009 - 10:22 by Lynn Truong
Get the inside scoop on how to travel the world without breaking the bank. Find the cheapest airfares, best available seats, and the most exciting free adventures with these savvy travel resources. Plus, a sneak preview to an awesome giveaway coming on Monday.
Stylish Coupon Organizers Giveaway
Posted May 7, 2009 - 08:32 by Lynn Truong
Two super cool companies approached us recently about introducing Wise Bread readers to their stylish coupons organizers. We know how our readers love to save money and look cool doing it, so we asked them to send us a few to give away.
JP Monkey Reusable Grocery Bags Giveaway
Posted April 28, 2009 - 20:14 by Lynn Truong
Still haven't gotten around to picking up a reusuable bag for your grocery shopping? Didn't get a chance to snag a bag for free? Maybe JP Monkey will give you some incentive to get with the program and knock off that Green Resolution you made. We have bags to give away to two lucky Wise Bread readers ($25 value)!
Chase reverses new maintenance charges
Posted April 6, 2009 - 20:58 by Lynn Truong
Back in January, I wrote a post about finding a new $10 "maintenance fee" for my Chase credit card -- the one I was never late on and had a transfer balance that guaranteed me a 3.99% APR for life. People were outraged, of course, but now Chase has had a change of heart.
Watch out for new credit card "policies" - CHASE card holders already hit with fees
Posted January 22, 2009 - 19:56 by Lynn Truong
The other day as I was going through my monthly process of paying bills, I noticed one of my credit cards suddenly had an increase in the minimum payment by double. Additionally, I saw a "SERVICE CHARGE *FINANCE CHARGE" line item for $10!
Visa: Debit cards help keep mystery spending to a minimum
Posted January 22, 2009 - 12:23 by Lynn Truong
Spending only the cash you have is the best way to maintaining financial independence. However, I've always wondered if the cash-only system works for people who suck at keeping records.
Book Review: Career Renegade by Jonathan Fields
Posted January 15, 2009 - 16:23 by Lynn Truong
Jonathan Fields was a six-figure power attorney in Manhattan before he became a serial lifestyle entrepreneur, speaker, writer, marketing gun, yoga innovator, artist, and author. In Career Renegade: How To Make A Great Living Doing What You Love, he shares his story along with a group of career renegades who also succeeded in building a business around their passions.
7 Ways To Lower Water Heater Costs
Posted January 11, 2009 - 17:24 by Lynn Truong
Your water heater can account for 13% of home energy costs. The good news is that there are small, easy tweaks you can make to lower those costs and conserve energy at the same time.
Book Review and Giveaway: Good Deals & Smart Steals
Posted January 9, 2009 - 08:59 by Lynn Truong
By the editors of Good Housekeeping, this handy book offers hundreds of ideas for getting the best value for your money on every kind of purchase. I've also got two copies to give away!
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