Today we found some stellar articles on free ways to entertain yourself at home, financial basics every teen needs to know, and ways to pay less for baby-sitting.
Think twice before you put "good at multitasking" on your resume — that just means you're good at being distracted. Here's how to actually work efficiently.
Undercover Boss is more than a marketing tool for profiled businesses and broadcaster CBS. It's educational programming for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Sometimes you have to cook to impress. Fortunately, there are dishes out there that are so deceptively delicious that no one will ever have to know that you whipped it up in ten minutes using the bare minimum of ingredients. [more]
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How One Mediocre Investor Prospered After the Market Crash
A mediocre portfolio held up pretty well through the financial crisis — and has even done pretty great in the aftermath. Learn how.
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Best Money Tips: Free Ways to Entertain Yourself At Home
Today we found some stellar articles on free ways to entertain yourself at home, financial basics every teen needs to know, and ways to pay less for baby-sitting.
The Fallacy of Multitasking
Think twice before you put "good at multitasking" on your resume — that just means you're good at being distracted. Here's how to actually work efficiently.
How to Reward Friends Who Help You Move
Pizza and beer is the standby reward for friends who help you move. Get creative with these other ways to say "thanks for carrying my stuff."
7 Foods Scientifically Proven to Make You Smarter
Smarten up and start eating more of these delicious whole foods that are also good for your brain.
America Is Back: 4 Economic Predictions for 2015
The U.S. is poised to take off this year. Are you ready to reap the rewards?
9 Affordable Winter Getaways for the Family
While summer is the traditional season for family travel, winter offers plenty of opportunity, too. Book now — we've already done the research!
7 Business Lessons from Undercover Boss
Undercover Boss is more than a marketing tool for profiled businesses and broadcaster CBS. It's educational programming for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
5 Ways a Side Hustle Can Further Your Career
A side hustle is great for extra income. Be sure to grab the other extras it brings, too, like new skills and opportunities for your "real" career.
Tips for Thriving in Long-Term Unemployment
What's more discouraging that unemployment? Long-term unemployment. Follow these steps to make your time productive and get back to work.
4 False Assumptions That Could Threaten Your Retirement Years
Are you heading for a rough retirement? If you're counting on these things in your golden years, you may be in for a rude awakening.
These Secrets of Amazon's Pricing Strategy Will Help You Find the Best Buys
You win some, you lose some in online retail. Find out which items are a steal on Amazon and which you're better off finding at your local Walmart.
11 Cool Uses for a Tablet Computer
Tablets are a great way to watch videos and check your email on the go — but they're also perfect for these awesome, surprising uses.
7 Secret Cheap Steak Cuts You Should Be Asking For
You don’t need to be flush to satisfy a craving for steak. Ask your butcher for one of these cheaper but still delicious cuts instead.
Here's How Rich You'd Be If You Stopped Smoking
It's advice that bears repeating again and again — it's time to quit smoking. Your health, and your savings, will thank you.
6 Ways to Stay Healthy While Working the Night Shift
Working the graveyard shift can do a number on your overall health. Create a routine that supports.
Can't Cook? Fake It. Easiest French Recipe, Ever.
Sometimes you have to cook to impress. Fortunately, there are dishes out there that are so deceptively delicious that no one will ever have to know that you whipped it up in ten minutes using the bare minimum of ingredients. [more]
10 Signs You're No Longer a Personal Finance Rookie
Are you still trying to get ahead of the personal finance game? Well, you may be doing a whole lot better than you think.
7 Things That Affect Your Car Insurance Rates
Is your ride costing you big-time in auto insurance premiums? These surprising factors may be to blame.