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Beyond the multiple authors or geographically dispersed project team use cases, some of the tools in this post can even be helpful to freelancers to backup or sync their project documents with a Google Apps account. Here are some free apps you can resort to if you are a Microsoft Office and Google Apps user to help with transferring documents back and forth: 1. Google Cloud Connect Google brings us Google Cloud Connect, an installable Microsoft Office toolbar that adds collaborative editing, tracking tools, versioning, and sharing to the Microsoft Office interface....

Whether you’re throwing yourself a baby shower or your friends, family or co-workers are throwing one for you, this day is going to be about you, which means you should enjoy it to the fullest. Here are five ideas for fun ways to spice up your baby shower. 1. Gender reveal event Although some mothers prefer to know their baby’s gender ahead of their baby shower and receive gifts based on that knowledge, others may prefer to keep the surprise until the baby shower and keep guests guessing....

1. Believe in your writing skills and constantly work to develop them As in most things, writing is an area where you have to believe in yourself or no one else will. Remember it’s your book. And yes, you want it to be great, so listen to instincts on where and how you want your story to go and that will trump everything else.Next you have to continually work to expand your writing skills....

A responsible car owner should do their best to familiarize themselves with their insurance policy to understand how it works and what exactly it is they’re paying for. This can help you know your options should you ever get into a car accident without having to worry about learning everything as you use your insurance. Here are five common car insurance myths debunked. Myth 1: Red cars are more expensive to insure This persistent myth claims that red cars, being more attractive and thus more prone to theft, are expensive to insure and therefore will garner a higher car insurance payment for you....

This practical approach is one of the reasons why his quotes and teachings widely resonate with the people of the modern world. You may well have come across Confucius words in inspirational books, pictures, and motivational quotes shared on the internet. Let’s take a look at some of Confucius’ most famous quotes and how they can help us today – right here, right now. When we read inspirational quotes it can be quite easy to simply flick through thirty or forty and feel briefly inspired, only to then move onto the next thing....

I talked to over a hundred entrepreneurs for my book, “How We Did It : 100 entrepreneurs share the story of their struggles and life experiences” and got the opportunity to listen to these incredible people firsthand. A popular answer from all these entrepreneurs was that they simply didn’t know any better. However, these entrepreneurs had incredible stories and experiences to share from their startup journey. Here are a few of them....

Or, do we too often move to a new area without knowing exactly what we’re getting into, forcing us to turn tail and run at the first sign of discomfort? To minimize the chances of this happening, we should always do proper research when planning our next move in life. Consider the following factors when picking a new place to live so you don’t end up wasting your valuable time and money making a move you’ll end up regretting....

That’s why the last few days of the old year – and the first few of the new – should be memorable, setting the tone for January. Planning a getaway is a perfect way to celebrate. If travel is in your plans, here are some tips to make it memorable. 1. Choose A Favorable Travel Destination Image Credit If you’re looking for a relaxing, memorable getaway, chances are you’ll want to avoid crowds of other travelers....

Content Mills Content Mills have been pivotal in the lives of so many freelance writers across the globe. While the pay is no where close to being lavish it is a great way for many freelancers to gain industry experience and also learn the importance of deadlines. The definition of a content mill as defined by a former content mill worker is an Internet subculture where for-hire workers are tasked with writing vast amounts of online copy for a pittance....

Richard Branson responded with awesome advice for Annie and young people everywhere. His advice? 1. Keep dreaming. Branson writes to Annie, “Don’t ever let anyone prevent you from dreaming. Imagination is one of our greatest gifts. Without it we would never make the changes that make the world a better place.” He has written in the past about dreaming big. On his company’s website, Branson states, “If your dreams don’t scare you, they are too small....

I cut down on my use of hand sanitizer after some friends told me that I might have been going a bit overboard. They didn’t; however, give me any specific reasons. Luckily, after doing some research, I can share with you the exact reasons why overuse of hand sanitizer might not be such a good thing. If you are iffy about using hand sanitizer, or just want to know a little bit more about this mysterious clear-colored panacea, read on....

And you’re not alone. Most people think that if they had hours every day to devote to cardio, weight lifting, and stretching and recovery, only then would they finally get in the best shape of their lives. But since you probably don’t have a few extra hours each day to spend exercising, here’s the good news: longer workouts aren’t necessarily better. In fact, you can actually get more done in less time if you work out using an incredibly efficient style of training known as high intensity interval training (HIIT)....

Creating and building together is one of the greatest joys in a relationship, but it can also be wildly damaging to your bond and your bank account if you don’t have a good strategy for managing your dual roles in each other’s lives. My husband, Warren, and I have been living, working, and traveling together continuously since 2010. Over this time, we’ve discovered 5 secrets that keep both our business and our love life in the black....

Christmas movies, whether you love them or loathe them, will probably always exist. For as long as this planet remains habitable there will be Home Alone; there will be Miracle on 34th Street; and God help us all, there will be Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Jingle all the Way. So, escape from Ground Hog Day, both literal and metaphorical, is clearly not possible; but at least you can watch Christmas movies in an entirely different way....

1. Illustrate Your Command The first step in training any dog is to make it clear what you’re asking. Dogs don’t understand language inherently, so you need to illustrate to the dog what the command means. For example, if you’re asking your dog to sit, give the command, then gently nudge the dogs bottom to the ground. As silly as it sounds, it’s also usually helpful to have a second person go on their hands and knees and imitate what a dog would do when given that command....

1. Build an Imaginative Story World People remember the stories that took them on a journey to another world. People don’t forget the story worlds of Star Wars, The Hunger Games, or Harry Potter because those worlds are unique and vital to the stories that take place in them. Star Wars wouldn’t be the same story if it took place in modern-day Houston. What would Harry Potter be without Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry?...

And for businesses, it’s hard to think of a more apt description of their lifecycle. After all, in industries that have any competition whatsoever, businesses must be constantly growing to avoid being overtaken by others. But achieving a state of continuous business growth isn’t easy. If it was, every business would be able to do it—and you wouldn’t be here reading this article. The truth, however, is that there are a variety of time-tested and proven approaches that businesses can use to achieve a state of continuous growth....

Whether you’re a long-time host or long-standing guest of this epic meal, you’ve likely experienced or heard about your share of Turkey Day disasters. Of course, when you’re preparing a meal of this magnitude, there are things that are bound to go wrong. Here are a few potential day-ruiners and some handy solutions. 1. Vegetarians on the guest list. These days, more and more people are cutting meat out of their diets....

These remarks are not intentionally meant to be negative, but to pregnant women who are going through numerous physical and emotional changes in their lives already, such comments hinder more than they help. Even if you were once pregnant, it does not give you the right to say anything you like, and assume you can relate, since every woman’s body reacts to pregnancy differently. A good way to make sure you are saying something positive is to consider how you would react if the question was turned back onto yourself, your sister, or a close friend....

Those were the physical things. The verbal attacks were about as damaging. “You’ll never amount to anything.” Or “If it wasn’t for your long hair you wouldn’t even be remotely attractive. Don’t ever cut it, or you’ll be nothing.” Or “Gee, looks like you’ve lost some weight, I think your ass seems less wide than normal.” Fear, control, manipulation and threats were a part of my daily life. Combine all that joy with late nights out drinking and you may wonder why I didn’t go running for the door – right?...