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Delayed Gratification and the Secret to Will Power
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10 Holiday Gifts That You (Yes, You!) Can Make With Paper
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9 Ways to Get Exactly What You Want From Customer Service
Use these Jedi mind tricks to get the best possible results from customer service reps.
6 Decorative Plants You Can Eat, Too
Kill two birds with one stone by stocking both your garden and your pantry with these gorgeous edible plants.
The Three Interest Rates
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Why You Need a Plain Text Resume to Apply for Jobs Online
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16 Time and Money Saving Apps for Freelancers
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19 Tips to Cut Costs by Using Your Oven Efficiently
The oven is not the most energy-efficient way to prepare your food. 19 tips to help you maximize your oven’s energy-efficiency, as well as to cut your cooking costs.
When They Say Extreme Deals, They’re Not Kidding!
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25 Healthy Recipes for Lazy People
You know you should eat healthier, but what a hassle! Not anymore. Eat well without breaking a sweat with this collection of easy healthy meals.
When It's Time to Destroy Debt, Start With a Goal
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Best Money Tips: Cheap and Easy DIY Home Improvement Projects
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You're Missing Out on These 5 Easy Fixes for FOMO
While you've been afraid of missing out on everything, you've also missed out on ways to cure FOMO. But here they are!
The 5 Best Office Chairs
A good office chair is good for your productivity and good for your back. Here are our best five office chair picks.
14 Things Good Hosts Never Do
You're sure to be the host with the least if you're doing any of this at your next gathering.
Are You Underpaid? How to Figure Out What Salary You Deserve
How much are you worth? Discover the salary you should really be earning.
8 Ways You're Wasting Electricity Without Realizing It
Cut your electric bill by getting serious about conservation. Plug these easy to miss power leaks and watch the savings add up.
15 Fantastic Chalkboard Paint Projects
From party favors to fridge and pantry organizers, these chalkboard paint projects will spiff up your space, and help you remember what's in it!
7 Networking Tips for the Recently Unemployed
Sudden unemployment can be a huge blow. When you're ready to dive back in, the right connections can make all the difference.
9 End-of-Life Cost Savings Your Survivors Will Thank You For
Financial planning for your final years is not just a wise money move solely for you; your heirs will thank you, too.