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Is College for Everyone? An Introduction and Timeline of College in America
“A college education unfits rather than fits men to affairs.” –Andrew Carnegie, 1901 Over one hundred years ago, one of the richest and most successful men in America, Andrew Carnegie, thought that college was not only unnecessary, but actually detrimental for the average young man. At...
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This week's topic: Cutting Costs Around the House! Learn about saving on cable and Internet, electricity, and your water bill. Share with us your favorite...
Want to Read about Writing? Here Are My Five Favorite Books about Writing.
Every Wednesday is List Day, or Tip Day, or Quiz Day. This Wednesday: My five favorite books about writing. It’s not easy to write a book about writing that’s also a pleasure to read. Here are my favorites: 1. William Zinsser, On Writing Well. I’ve read this book several times,...
The Art of Learning: The Tool of Choice for Top Athletes, Traders, and Creatives
This post is about the third book in the Tim Ferriss Book Club, which is limited to books that have dramatically impacted my life. Enjoy! “I strongly recommend [The Art of Learning] for anyone who lives in a world of competition, whether it’s sports or business or anywhere else.”...
How to Make a Torch: An Illustrated Guide
Whether navigating the woods in a survival situation or hunting for treasure deep in the tunnels of an ancient temple, knowing how to make a torch with just a few common supplies is a valuable skill. Need fire and don’t have matches on hand? Read up on how to start a fire. Illustration by Ted...
Introducing Our New Deals Editor, Carrie Rocha from Pocket Your Dollars
We are very fortunate to be able to welcome to our Wise Bread team, Carrie Rocha, as our new Deals Editor. Many of you may already be familiar with her name, from her popular site, Pocket Your Dollars, or her book, Pocket Your Dollars. Here are a few get-to-know-Carrie questions as well as reasons...
My Month Without a Smartphone
By Leo Babauta In February, I went (almost) completely without my iPhone. I thought it would be hard, and it was at first, but it turned out to be one of the best changes I’ve made in my Year of Living Without. I highly recommend periods of no cellphone: for disconnectedness, quietness, and...
Unitasker Wednesday: Magic Wand Remote Control
Because you don't already have enough remotes to control your television, DVR, DVD player, cable box, and stereo receiver, the Magic Wand Remote Control is eager to clutter up your vast collection even more.
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2013 Get a jump start on spring cleaning with 15-minute microtasks Why wait for warmer weather to start spring cleaning? Use 15-minute microtasks to get a jump start on your chores. Organize your bag: Find things easily and reduce back pain Carrying a heavy bag can result in back pain. Follow these...
25 New Ways to Spice Up Rice
Pop quiz: What's a naturally shelf-stable, impressively inexpensive ingredient that most of us have in bulk on our pantry shelves? The answer? Rice! Whether white, brown, purple, wild, basmati, jasmine, or you name it, rice is a filling side dish when served plain with many of our favorite meals....
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