But is it really worthwhile being so popular? You bet it is! According to a Columbia University study, these people get promoted more quickly, receive better medical treatment, and are perceived as being more trustworthy. They are streets ahead of everyone else, so it is certainly worth checking what they do differently. Highly likable people naturally use some or all of these 13 techniques which make them stand out from the crowd....
1. Greet your colleagues. If you forget or cannot be bothered to greet your co-workers, think again! This is your most important visiting card. Greet your colleagues every morning because if you don’t, people will hardly notice you, never mind like you. 2. Engage and maintain eye contact. When you talk to people, you want to engage them in some way, even if it is only to exchange a greeting. The best way to do this is to make eye contact....
Use Analogies Okay, sometimes my analogies are bad, but the premise is still good. It’s important to be able to talk about something that interests you both in the “native tongue” of what you’re doing, as well as in the language of the person you’re speaking with. For instance, if I’m talking to someone who’s not into podcasting, and I’m explaining what my new business will be about. I say, “I’m just trying to be a whole bunch of different magazines in the magazine stand at the local bookstore....
1. Classic Author Plushie Is your gift recipient a fan of Shakespeare, Austen or Wilde? Perhaps Dickens is more their style? Or maybe, if they’re as crazy as me, they love them all. These cuddly toys are the perfect gift for literary canon lovers who are still a child at heart. If they’re anything like me, they’ll be super excited to have some of their favorite classic authors reigning supreme on their bedspread....
With the ability to support your lifestyle without needing to be in one place, you’re free to live anywhere you want in the world, and sometimes even work anytime of the day. While there are many ways to make money online today, there are proven ways that will increase your likelihood of success. I’m saying this because there are thousands, if not millions of people that are making money online using the careers I’ll outline below to live a life of freedom....
As you read on, we will show you how the food effects your skin along with suggestions on how to eat it. So let’s get to it! 1. Tomatoes Besides vitamin C, tomatoes are rich in Lycopene. This is an antioxidant that blocks UV rays and protects your skin against damage like sun spots, sun burn, dryness and wrinkles. How to eat it: Cut the tomato in small dices. Add some salt, pepper, oil and balsamic vinegar....
Whether you shave, wax or opt for laser hair removal, here are a few of the most common hair removal mistakes and actionable tips to help you achieve hairless skin. Shaving: 1. Not Storing Your Razors Properly Storing razors in the shower leads to corroding and weaker blades. Clean and dry razors after each use and store them outside of the bathroom to avoid moisture and extend their shelf-life....
1. You learn that education goes beyond having a degree Well you may think that having a degree and going to an Ivy League School guarantees your success. However it goes beyond that. Education with a degree has a limit, but real life education doesn’t. and this sort of unconventional education could protect, guide and tutor you to becoming the person you can be. 2. You learn that money doesn’t solve all problems Your real problems in life won’t be solved by money....
1. They freeze in terror for a moment if they hear a cracking sound when twisting into Matsyendrasana Ardha Matsyendrasana is difficult enough for most people, but once you master it you get a little overconfident and start pushing it. There’s a terrifying moment of silence when you are twisting your spine and hear a loud crack, only to discover that it didn’t come from you and breathing a sigh of relief....
Unfortunately, that’s not the case. You and your partner are left to navigate those often turbulent waters on your own. But I have good news for you! In this article, I will provide you with 15 essential pieces of advice that, if implemented, will aid you in solidifying and strengthening even the rockiest of marriages. Some of the advice may seem simplistic but don’t let the simplicity fool you. It is the simplicity that guarantees success....
However, just because people have the resources to launch a business does not mean that they should. Despite innovation and increased accessibility, the worlds of commerce and industry remain extremely difficult to conquer. From fluctuating financial markets and unique commodities such as gold to industry competition, there are multiple factors that can undermine a fledgling business and ruin a pre-existing relationship between friends and family members. With this in mind, here are 15 compelling reasons why you should avoid starting a business with friends and family members: –...
Bloated, sleepy, and maybe even a tad bit guilty? There’s a word for this phenomenon and it’s called overindulgence. But it’s not your fault. Really. Because the truth is, it’s pretty darn difficult to understand what’s healthy and what’s not these days. Take the Chicken and Broccoli Pasta at Ruby Tuesday, for instance: You’d think that “chicken” and “broccoli” would result in a fairly healthy dish, right? Not so much....
1. If you are between 25 and 35 years old This seems to be the statistical sweet spot to have kids. Most people have kids when they’re between the ages of 25 and 35. If you’re in that age range, then you’re officially in the age range that most people have kids and that’s always a good start in figuring out if you’re ready to have kids. 2. Your priorities are in line 3....
1. You are not getting the love you deserve Everyone deserves some affection, especially if you are investing your emotional resources into a relationship. If you are not getting loved in return for the love you are offering then you need to look elsewhere. 2. You are not fully tapping into your potential You never know how much you are worth when you are not appreciated by the other in a relationship....
1. Bro Et tu, Brote? Millennials have this sly habit of taking the word “bro” (which is supposed to be short for “brother,” but as a Millennial you use it to describe guys whose minds are filled with nothing but the quest for sex and, well, that’s about it), and placing it into any word possible. The brocabulary includes events (bro mitzvah, Broman Holiday), people (Bro Montana, Seth Brogan, Kimbro Slice), phrases (disbrospectful, bro manchu, brodown, pro brono), and other aspects of bromunication that have nothing to do with blood relations or those Warner guys....
I know firsthand. I grew up with mentally strong parents and would sometimes despise the fact that they were harder on me than most of my friends’ parents. But now I understand why. And I am incredibly thankful for the way I was brought up. My mentally strong, sometimes tough, and always loving parents passed on their mentally strong attitude in life onto me. And for this, I will be forever grateful!...
Sometimes people go so far as to ask you to explain yourself for the decisions or choices you make in your own life. You might feel obliged to respond, but some things are really no one else’s business and you don’t owe anyone an explanation at all for the following 15 things—though you think you do. 1. You don’t owe anyone an explanation for your living situation. Whether you are cohabiting with your ex-boyfriend or ex-girlfriend, crashing in different motel rooms across the country, or living with your parents for a while when you are past your twenties, you don’t have to explain yourself to anyone for who you live with and why if you don’t want to....
Since then, someone made this great infographic of the list, that still features all of the original 15 items. While you can read the full reasons these sacrifices will make you be happy at the article above, the infographic does provide a pretty great summary. A few of our favorites include: Give up your need to always be right Give up your limiting beliefs Give up labels Give up on your excuses Give up living your life to other people’s expectations
Unfortunately, this period commonly known as the honeymoon phase is just that. It’s a phase. Small things start to surface where you notice the other person isn’t perfect. And as the relationship continues on, you run into disagreements, arguments and you even hurt each other both intentionally and unintentionally. So how is it that long term happy couples continue to be happy with each other despite all these challenges that come with time?...
