Posted January 21, 2009 - 00:05 by Paul Michael
General Tips, Lifestyle, Food and Drink, Consumer Affairs
As a professional ad man, I'm ashamed to say that I'm really not good at advertising, well, me. That goes double in social situations. I never know where to stand, how to eat, how to engage people in an interesting way, even shaking hands never really seems to go as well as I'd hoped. And I am rotten at remembering names. In a world obsessed with first impressions, knowing just how to act can be your ticket to fortune and glory.
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Posted July 22, 2008 - 14:36 by Jabulani Leffall
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In a realm where the DJ is dead and many spend more time texting and e-mailing than talking, defeat the Borg with a little bit of imagination. And if you've got your PC or Mac joint on a reliably fast free wireless network, it costs no money me hearties.
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Posted April 14, 2008 - 18:55 by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Lifestyle, Freebies
Are you the type that likes to have everyone over to your house? How would you like to score free party goods for your next gathering? If you don’t mind spreading a little product buzz in exchange for supplies, House Party may be for you!
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Posted April 3, 2008 - 16:00 by Nora Dunn
Life Hacks, Food and Drink, Art and Leisure, Lifestyle
Have you ever been to a party where there’s this one person who seems to make it around the room? They flit from group to group, leaving everybody craving more but yet not feeling unsatisfied by the brief chat they had. “Oh _______, aren’t they marvelous?” party-goers croon. “I’d love to get to know them better.” How would you like to be that person? Here are a few tips to help you become the life of every party, without requiring that you step outside of your comfort zone or change your personality.
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Posted December 29, 2007 - 12:36 by Myscha Theriault
Art and Leisure
The big night is just around the corner. Don’t have plans yet? Here are five simple celebrations to suit nearly every situation.
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Posted December 16, 2007 - 19:49 by Julie Rains
Food and Drink, Art and Leisure
Need ideas for having a fabulous party with minimal money, time, and catering abilities? Here are 15.
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Can’t afford Dom Pérignon or Cristal for your New Year’s party? When in doubt (or broke), be creative!
Introducing Krait Prestige Champagne Lager – the beer that bubbles doubles as a champagne.
$12 is expensive for a bottle of beer, but it is cheap for a bottle of champagne. When you bring Krait Prestige to a party, it will become an instant conversation piece.
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OK, so this is too late for Christmas, but there's still time before New Year's to try this out. I was pondering the range of joy and sorrow that is the homemade gift.
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Capture the holiday spirit and get the most out of your newfangled digital camera with these 16 Digital Photography Tips for Christmas from Darren at Digital Photography School.
There are some practical photography tips (11. Fill your frame), great advice (9. Fresh group photos), and creative ideas like setting up a Do-it-yourself photo booth!
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