Paul says:
There’s a saying among con-men that smart people are easier targets, because they don’t think they can be conned.
I’m not sure if that’s true, but there’s one scam that’s almost guaranteed to make smart people switch off their brains and reach for their wallets. It’s a trick that’s used so pervasively in our culture, that once you become aware of it, you start to see it everywhere.
Click here to see full article on : The easiest way to fool smart people
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Wednesday, May 31, 2006
Yellow lights last longer when the speed limit is higher. As a rule-of-thumb I estimate about one second of yellow light per every 10 mph (e.g., a yellow light on a 45 mph road lasts approximately 4.5 seconds).
The timing is probably based on some more complicated math involving speeds and braking times, but here in California this formula works pretty well.
From : http://www.tradetricks.org/archives/001684.html
The timing is probably based on some more complicated math involving speeds and braking times, but here in California this formula works pretty well.
From : http://www.tradetricks.org/archives/001684.html
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
Perhaps the most well know principle of photographic composition is the ‘Rule of Thirds’.
It’s one of the first things that budding digital photographers learn about in classes on photography and rightly so as it is the basis for well balanced and interesting shots.
Photography - Rule of Thirds
It’s one of the first things that budding digital photographers learn about in classes on photography and rightly so as it is the basis for well balanced and interesting shots.
Photography - Rule of Thirds
Posted by Manish at 10:17 PM. Filed under: Electronics stuff
Photographing Babies - Zoom in
Posted by Manish at 10:09 PM. Filed under: Electronics stuff
Thursday, May 25, 2006
What is the future of IT certifications? Which, if any, are really worth it?
Certification Evolution: Job-Role Certifications for Your Future
Certification Evolution: Job-Role Certifications for Your Future
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Output from jewelers in Italy fell 15 percent in 2005, leaving India to take over Italy’s position as the world’s largest manufacturer of gold jewelry, the Italian goldsmith federation Federorafi told Reuters this week.
India Surpasses Italy as No.1 Gold Jewelry Producer
India Surpasses Italy as No.1 Gold Jewelry Producer
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
There is a quick service surfaces which is called Bore Proxy. It is a free anonymous web based proxy service which allows you to go through web sites which is blocked by your current Internet setup (usually office/school/university connections). It has a very simple interface and design but it does the work pretty well. Pretty handy web service to keep around:
Free proxy with images for your blocked connection
Free proxy with images for your blocked connection
http://www.usabilityviews.com/simply_google.htm
Saturday, May 20, 2006
Brad Isaac says
What are the 3 poisons?
* sugar
* salt
* white flour
By reducing or eliminating these three poisons from your diet you can lose mor weight, sleep better and have more energy.
The 3 "Poisons" of Any Diet
What are the 3 poisons?
* sugar
* salt
* white flour
By reducing or eliminating these three poisons from your diet you can lose mor weight, sleep better and have more energy.
The 3 "Poisons" of Any Diet
Posted by bhardia at 10:50 PM. Filed under: Health / Happiness
Friday, May 19, 2006
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Thursday, May 18, 2006
For some reason I have the hardest time finishing library books. Most likely it’s the pressure of completing a book before the ever-looming due date. By the time it has come and gone, and all my renewing privileges have ceased, I’ve only read 4 chapters. But being the book lover I am, I hate to send back an unfinished book.
How to finish books on time
How to finish books on time
10 Tips To Be More Productive At Work
Posted by Manish at 10:19 PM. Filed under: Productivity
Feel free to use this tip sheet / checklist as you tackle your own ""do-it-yourself"" organizing projects. If you would like to reprint or DISTRIBUTE this information, please contact us for permission.
Click here to see : 20 Ways To Say No
Click here to see : 20 Ways To Say No
Posted by Manish at 10:17 PM. Filed under: Productivity
ince managers are usually responsible for getting work done through others, we often don’t recognize when inactivity, apathy, procrastination, and other non-performance viruses creep into our work habits. Our peers may be producing at high levels, but we find ourselves coasting. Sometimes, subordinates may even point this out to their manager.
So what’s going on when the manager is the poor performer?
When non-performance begins to creep into your daily standards, one of the following may be the culprit:
What's Happening When It's the Manager Who's Not Performing?
So what’s going on when the manager is the poor performer?
When non-performance begins to creep into your daily standards, one of the following may be the culprit:
What's Happening When It's the Manager Who's Not Performing?
Posted by Manish at 10:15 PM. Filed under: Productivity
Stevepavlina.com has one interesting article. When I read this I realized that how true it is as we all run after something which is not present at the moment. And as a result you create stress and fear( that it might happen).
I have seen this example personally. My father always lives a life of joy. He is always happy, having fun with the life. Even though life gives few setbacks, brings tension or unsolvable issues. I have seen that it affects my father momentarily. Then he is back to the Joy mood. And as its been said "laughter is the best medicine" even after being a chain smoker he doesnt have any disease.
Joy is in fact your natural state of being. Babies enter this state very easily because they are fully in the present moment. They do not seek themselves in the past or future.
When you are joyful, your life flows with ease and lightness. Existence is no longer a struggle. Why? Because when you stop resisting the present moment, you stop creating problems for yourself.
Click here to see full article : Living a Life of Joy
I have seen this example personally. My father always lives a life of joy. He is always happy, having fun with the life. Even though life gives few setbacks, brings tension or unsolvable issues. I have seen that it affects my father momentarily. Then he is back to the Joy mood. And as its been said "laughter is the best medicine" even after being a chain smoker he doesnt have any disease.
Joy is in fact your natural state of being. Babies enter this state very easily because they are fully in the present moment. They do not seek themselves in the past or future.
When you are joyful, your life flows with ease and lightness. Existence is no longer a struggle. Why? Because when you stop resisting the present moment, you stop creating problems for yourself.
Click here to see full article : Living a Life of Joy
Posted by Manish at 08:36 PM. Filed under: Health / Happiness
About.com’s Dads and Grads page has a list of 12 ways that budgeting can improve your life. For example:
Following a realistic budget frees up spare cash so you can use your money on the things that really matter to you instead of frittering it away on things you don’t even remember buying.
Click here to see full article on : 12 Reasons Budgeting Can Improve Your Life
Following a realistic budget frees up spare cash so you can use your money on the things that really matter to you instead of frittering it away on things you don’t even remember buying.
Click here to see full article on : 12 Reasons Budgeting Can Improve Your Life
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
There are generally two schools of thought surrounding the growth of allergies in the twentieth century. Both have evidence in their favor, and neither is complete. Both explain why developed countries have seen such a dramatic increase of allergies, whereas developing nations have not.
Full article: Immune System Gone Bad
Full article: Immune System Gone Bad
Posted by Manish at 11:34 AM. Filed under: Health / Happiness
An introductory tutorial covering basic camera exposure controls - shuter speed, aperture and ISO. Includes plenty of useful pictures showing how they affect pictures
Camera basics: shutter-speed, aperture and ISO · by Simon Mackie
Camera basics: shutter-speed, aperture and ISO · by Simon Mackie
Posted by Manish at 11:26 AM. Filed under: Electronics stuff
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
First, you create a free account and then download the myPodder software (also free) directly onto your portable device. An MP3 player is the obvious choice here, but you can also install the software onto a USB flash drive. When you connect the device to a computer, myPodder.exe launches and lets you download the latest episodes of every audio podcast onto that device.
A Better Way to Podcast
A Better Way to Podcast
Posted by Manish at 01:19 AM. Filed under: Electronics stuff
Sunday, May 14, 2006
For those who might get affected by the coming hurricane season. !!
Some important links.
1) Recommended short-term food storage plans. Special Considerations As you stock food, take into account your family's unique needs and tastes.
2) Your Family Disaster SuppliesKit
Some important links.
1) Recommended short-term food storage plans. Special Considerations As you stock food, take into account your family's unique needs and tastes.
2) Your Family Disaster SuppliesKit
Whats your say on "Pursuing your career vs getting a job to pay bills"?
In would second "Boston Gal's opinion".
In would second "Boston Gal's opinion".
Tuesday, May 09, 2006
Live to 129. "Take heed: Your lifestyle choices are very significant. While there is no way to ultimately defy death, that isn't an excuse to start indulging in vices and neglecting your health. There are plenty of ways to keep the grim reaper at bay — and many of these "secrets" result in an improved quality of life."
Do 15 Things to Live Until Age 129
Do 15 Things to Live Until Age 129
Posted by Manish at 08:10 PM. Filed under: Health / Happiness
Get your credit reports and look carefully. Even if everything looks okay, be suspicious of “credit inquires” that don’t look normal to you. A bad mark was the first indication that something was wrong. But looking at the inquiries was how I found out they had cell phones in my name. Why would Verizon be looking at my credit? I’ve never been near them.
What to do if your identity is stolen
What to do if your identity is stolen
Monday, May 08, 2006
he Digital Photography School blog has posted 10 useful tips for adding variety to your digital photography.
From simple tips, like taking a lot of pictures at a time and trying different angels, to more advanced tips, like using continuous exposure modes, this post offers several good tips for the amatuer photographer.
10 Ways to Add Variety to Your Digital Photography [Digital Photography School Blog]
From simple tips, like taking a lot of pictures at a time and trying different angels, to more advanced tips, like using continuous exposure modes, this post offers several good tips for the amatuer photographer.
10 Ways to Add Variety to Your Digital Photography [Digital Photography School Blog]
Posted by Manish at 12:50 PM. Filed under: Electronics stuff
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
In order to successfully work for yourself you need to get yourself out of the traditional employee/employer relationship. In fact, that could be good advice for just about everyone. Putting yourself in the driver’s seat and taking an attitude of control towards your career is the best thing you can do to advance it.
Don’t be an employee
Don’t be an employee