Yes, we know — Another travel site promising to take the pain out of finding flights. There’s been… oh, about 50 sites claiming the same thing in the last few years. But Hipmunk.com might finally be the revolution in travel sites we’ve been waiting for. It’s simple, usable, and most important of all, it’s fast! Read the rest of this entry »

Sometimes the easiest way to check items off your to-do list is simply to decide those items are not worth doing. While this sounds obvious at best or counter-productive at worst, Leo Babauta at ZenHabits.com shares his Zen / minimalism insights that have helped him accomplish more and enjoy work to the fullest. Read the rest of this entry »

With summer in full swing, many of us are heading to the airport for vacations and business trips. While we may ultimately enjoy the trip once we reach our destination, it’s a rare traveler that actually enjoys their time spent in an airport or on long flights. But with a little planning and some clever tricks, you can make the most out of your time at the terminal. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to some tasks, we often struggle with whether we should just do it ourselves or hire someone else. Home improvement is a common example – Sure we can save cash if we do it ourselves, but those savings can quickly feel unimportant after spending a weekend on a frustrating project. With a simple thought exercise, we can put these decisions into more practical terms. Read the rest of this entry »

We’ve all been there before — You’ve got a big exam to cram for or a crucial presentation to make, and you need a quick way to learn a lot of information quickly. Heck, maybe you just need help remembering to return a phone call when you get home from work. Read the rest of this entry »

For some of us, it’s tough imagining a day without email — it’s an immediate link to colleagues, projects, and updates. However, leaving your email open all day long can often lead to dozens of distractions which interrupt your work flow and thought process. Maybe it’s time to cut the cord? Read the rest of this entry »

Whether you’re trying to build an online brand or just want the same clever username across all your social media sites, finding one that’s available on all of them could take hours. However, if you use Namechk.com, it could take all of about 5 seconds. Read the rest of this entry »