Tackle Debt Stress-free with the 20 Percent Plan
November 15, 2011
Debt can be stressful, however you can always rely on the good old 20 Percent Plan to control it (and eventually eliminate it) in a relatively stress-free way. Basically, the 20 percent plan means putting 20% of your income to paying off debt, 10% into savings, and the other 70% for everything else. Click on for more details.
How to Make a Good First Impression Every Time
November 9, 2011
With all of this online social networking going on, we too often forget that it's the real-world social networking that really matters. Lifehacker's put together a fantastic guide on making great first impressions and then developing them into lasting relationships. Well-written and tons to take away.
Sitting Too Long is No Good
November 4, 2011
Sitting too much and generally being less active has now been linked to cancer. Regardless of the link, it's well known that our bodies weren't made to sit for long periods of time. Give this article a read for more on the study and tips on moving around more.
Fitting a Workout into Your Daily Routine
October 31, 2011
There are few things harder than regularly working in a solid workout into your daily routine, though once you do, you won't be able to stop thanking yourself. Lifehacker offers a few tried and true methods for getting started and keeping up with the good habit.
Set Up Your Workspace for a More Productive Day
October 26, 2011
Sit down in a super comfy chair and you're instantly relaxing. The same idea applies to setting up your workspace and creating zones geared toward specific tasks. Click on to read more about setting the scene for a productive day.
Buy Your Thanksgiving Plane Ticket Now to Avoid Upcoming Price Hikes
October 19, 2011
Prices are going to steadily rise on plane tickets over the next few weeks as airlines scale back the number of available flights and people travel for the holidays. Save money by picking up your tickets now. Click on for more at CNNMoney.
Six Ways to Fight Back Against New Debit Card Fees
October 14, 2011
A couple of the major banks recently introduced fees on debit cards and checking accounts that are pretty hard to swallow. NerdWallet did a little research and has six pretty solid alternatives with no fees and sometimes even interest.
Everything You Do is Practice, Until it Isn't
October 11, 2011
The common thread to all great success stories is unquestionably, practice. No success is found on the first try and it will never just come overnight. It's important to remember that perseverance is critical to succeeding - never let that go.
Microproductivity: Get More Done and Ditch Stress
October 6, 2011
Instead of wasting little pockets of downtime you have during the day by checking Facebook or playing games, use your smart phone or laptop to get little things done that you might otherwise put off. Things like sorting your email, setting alarms or reminders, or simply leaving notes for yourself. Read more about this strategy.
Bing Deals Aggregates Daily Deals from Sites Like Groupon, LivingSocial and More
September 26, 2011
Bing deals combs through around 200,000 daily deals across the US from sites like Groupon and LivingSocial so you can browse them all by retailer, keyword, or type (like food & drinks, shopping, or entertainment).
Get All the Music You Want with Spotify: Now No Invite Needed
September 23, 2011
Music streaming service Spotify is now open to everyone and completely free for six months. You'll still get 10 hours of free streaming a month after that, though if you're really digging the service, you can get it unlimited and ad free for just $5 a month.
Five Best Fitness Trackers
September 19, 2011
Working out regularly is one of the best ways to improve your health, it's just that sticking to the regular part can be difficult. Check out Lifehacker's top five fitness tracking websites and services - Fitocracy, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, SparkPeople, and DailyBurn - and use one to keep up the habit.
Use Prey to Get Your Stolen Laptop Back
September 9, 2011
Prey is a totally free piece of software and web app for Windows, Mac, and Linux that can help you recover your device if it's stolen. Lifehacker has a great real-life story on how a laptop with Prey installed was stolen and how they got it back. Check it out for some great tips and install Prey already!
Top 10 Things You Need to Know About College
September 7, 2011
Lifehacker surveyed their college graduate readers and received over 300 examples of things they wish they knew or did while in school. Click on for their top 10 - things like studying abroad, getting involved, and taking advantage of office hours. Golden stuff here.
Forkly Helps You Decide What and Where to Eat
September 2, 2011
iOS: Philly has some incredible food and Forkly can help you find some of the best. Browse through photos other Forkly users have taken of their meals, rate and share your own meals, and follow others with good taste. I nice way to bring that whole social thing into the real world.
Guide: Never Check Your Luggage Again
August 30, 2011
Checking luggage is a pain (not to mention pricey!) so it's always nice to avoid having to stow your bags under the plane. Lifehacker put together an extremely comprehensive guide to getting to your destination with everything you need without having to check any of your bags.
Making the Transition to Digital When You Still Love (and Maybe Need) Paper
August 26, 2011
We're clearly on a path to a mostly paperless society and it's never been easier to go digital. There are tons of benefits to doing so and Lifehacker has put together a nice little guide on making a smooth transition. Read on!
Mint Now Offers Bill Reminders
August 22, 2011
Our favorite financial management service, Mint, now identifies bills and reminds you when they're due. If you're already using the free service to manage your financial accounts (now's a great time to get started if you aren't yet), it's just one less thing to worry about.
iHomework Keeps Track of Homework and Assignments on iPhone/iPad/Mac
August 10, 2011
iOS/Mac: iHomework helps you stay on top of your schoolwork with both a universal iOS app as well as a Mac application that stay in sync. For less than $2, it will go a long way to getting your academic life organized and in sync.
Healthy Eating with Just Two Taps
August 4, 2011
iOS/Android: Calorie counting is normally hit or miss, though mobile app Calorific makes it super simple. You just log the size of the portion and how healthy the meal was and that's it. It's never been simpler to stay on top of what you're eating.
Boxify.me Offers Free, No Sign-Up, Instant File Sharing for Groups
August 1, 2011
Boxify is totally free, doesn't require a sign-up, and let's you instantly create a space for groups to share files. Your boxes can be private and you give access to others just by sharing the URL. Super quick and couldn't be simpler.
Stay Motivated with the 20x Rule
July 28, 2011
Starting a habit that you can really stick to takes some work, so use the 20x rule to really get moving. Just think - instead of working out one day a month, imagine what would happen if you worked out 20 days? Try it out and see what happens...
Simplee Helps You Pay for and Understand your Health Insurance
July 25, 2011
Simplee is kind of like Mint for health insurance. The free service helps you understand the type of insurance you have and what it covers. It will also recommend other plans that provide the same coverage for less money.
Gorgeous, Hand-Picked Recipe Finder Gojee Gives You Just What You Like
July 21, 2011
Gojee is a free recipe site that's based around giant, gorgeous photos of food. You tell them what ingredients you don't like and what you're craving and the rest is just magic. You can save favorites and...just check out the site already, it's so good!
Rent Digital Textbooks Now from Amazon
July 15, 2011
You can now rent digital textbooks via Amazon's Kindle Textbook Rental service. You only pay for the time you need the book and you can read it on mobile devices, Macs, and PCs. As a bonus, you can still access notes and highlights even after the rental has expired.
10 Credit Card Perks You May Not Have Known About that You Might Actually Have
July 13, 2011
More than half of credit card users don't know all of the benefits their cards offer. Forbes dives into 10 of the most commons perks that can save you a lot of money whether you're buying things, driving, or taking a trip.
Whiteboard and Collaborate Online with Conceptboard
July 11, 2011
Conceptboard lets you upload files to the board and then invite others to draw and comment as you collaborate in real-time. It's free for up to 25 boards and you can even use it on iPad.
How to Back Up Your Computer
June 29, 2011
It's absolutely critical to have all of your important files in at least two places at all times. With that in mind, Lifehacker has a quick guide to backing up your files on both Mac and Windows. If you aren't already doing so, there's no better time to start than now.
Work Smarter by Sharpening Your Axe
June 22, 2011
Abe Lincoln once said that if given six hours to chop down a tree, he's spend the first four hours sharpening his axe. Check out Lifehacker's short piece on the relevance and importance of that quote and how you can apply the underlying principle to your own work.
Save Movies in the Theater to your Netflix Queue
June 15, 2011
With so many great movies coming out, there's probably not enough time (or money) to catch all of them. DVDLater automatically grabs the movies that are still in the theater and lets you add them to your Netflix queue with one click. Super simple and works like magic!
Download Large Files Straight to your Dropbox with URL Droplet
June 13, 2011
URL Droplet is a tiny webapp that lets you download files straight to your Dropbox. If you don't have time to grab a large file on your computer, drop the URL into URL Droplet and it will magically appear in your Dropbox in no time.
Resume Tip: Ditch the Object Statement for an Executive Summary
June 8, 2011
This tip is money (it's actually from Fortune magazine) and makes total sense - ditch the objective statement on your resume for an executive summary and you'll increase the chances that your resume is actually read. Read on for the details.
Protecting your Privacy on a Computer you Share
May 31, 2011
If you let friends use your computer every now and then, there's probably a lot there they might stumble onto that is pretty private stuff. Think browser history, staying logged in to your Facebook account...you get the idea. Check out this Lifehacker guide to protecting your privacy.
Compare Costs with Fly or Drive Calculator
May 25, 2011
Flying can be a huge pain and can be pretty pricey, though at the same time, gas isn't terribly cheap either. The Fly or Drive Calculator from BeFrugal.com can help you quickly determine which makes the most sense.
Graduating Student's Guide to Managing Finances
May 21, 2011
Soon-to-be graduates can take more control of their finances and pay down debts faster by doing a reality check, automating, and keeping down expenses while saving. Lifehacker has put together a quick guide to better managing finances straight out of college - click on.
Foodily is a Massive Search Engine for Recipes
May 19, 2011
If you're a picky eater or just need to figure out what to make for dinner, check out Foodily, a massive search engine that scours popular food blogs and recipe sites for, you guessed it - recipes!
CameraSim Teaches You How to Use a DSLR
May 16, 2011
Digital SLR cameras are hugely popular these days, though to really get some great shots, you're going to need to know how to use your camera in and out. CameraSim helps you understand things like shutter speed, aperture, and ISO and how they affect your photos. It's all in the browser and it's a pretty neat little app.
What Professional Password Guessers Look for in your Password
May 10, 2011
Even though using strong passwords is critical to protecting your online accounts and identity, most people use the same patterns in creating their passwords. Take a look at what professional password guessers look for to be sure you're safe.
Where do you See Yourself in Five Years?
May 6, 2011
It's bound to come up in interviews and Lifehacker and the Harvard Business Review provide some excellent strategies on preparing for that and other similarly intriguing questions.
Craiggers is Craiglist 2.0
May 4, 2011
There's tons of great stuff for sale on Craiglist though the interface is also absolutely terrible. Check out Craiggers - all the same data, just with a rockin interface that brings the site into the 21st century.
Send Secret, Self-Destructing Messages with QuickForget
May 2, 2011
Rather than sending sensitive information over email (which is pretty easy to intercept), use QuickForget to send - say, a password - over email. You decide when it self-destructs for a nice amount of piece of mind.
10 Ways to Simplify Complicated Decisions
April 29, 2011
We make decisions all the time, though every once in a while, we're faced with a huge and complicated one that requires serious deliberation. Life blog Dumb Little Man has 10 solid steps for simplifying the thought process - things like being debt free, not asking everyone, and having an escape clause.
Use Diagramly for Online Diagram, Mind Map, and Flow Charts
April 26, 2011
Things got a little crazy there for awhile - we apologize for the lack of updates. In any case, we're back! Diagramming can be key to conveying ideas in a crystal clear way though there aren't many good tools out there. Diagramly is online and it's free - check it out now.
Ergonomically Optimizing your Workspace
February 15, 2011
We spend more and more time on our computers every day and it can start to wreak havoc on our bodies if things aren't set up properly. Take a look at this brief guide on ergonomically optimizing a workspace so you can work in a healthy way and avoid nasty things like RSIs.
Get Out of Debt with Web App ReadyForZero
February 3, 2011
Set up a solid plan for paying back your debt with simple web app ReadyForZero. It's free, really easy to set up, and totally secure (they use the same backend as Mint.com). Check it out now and get your plan together that'll put you back on the right path.
How to Do Almost Anything Faster!
January 25, 2011
Check out this video compilation of how-to guides on doing things faster. They feature everything from tying shoelaces, to wrapping tangle-free headphone cords, to peeling potatoes, and way more. It's pretty eye-opening stuff!
Score Software Discounts with Your .EDU January 10, 2011
You can get a few of the more useful and popular pieces of software though the University though there's a ton more out there you can score a discount on just by using your drexel.edu email address. Click on for the full list.
Android: Store Secure Information with Wallet
January 7, 2011
Use Android app Wallet to store information on your bank accounts, credit cards, combination locks, and much more. It's all password protected and nothing beats the convenience of having that with you at all times.
How to Set and Stick to a Solid Budget on Mint
January 5, 2011
Managing your finances can be a pain, though with Mint budgets and automatic transaction tracking, you can set a realistic budget that pretty much monitors itself. Lifehacker has an in-depth article on creating a solid budget and then sticking to it. Read on and Happy New Year!
Best of Lifehacker Top 10s from 2010
December 10, 2010
Lifehacker compiled their best top 10 lists from this year - there's serious quality here. Some of the topics include things you didn't know Google Maps could do, USB thumb drive tricks, things to do with Windows 7, creative uses of Wi-Fi, and sweet food geek projects. Enjoy and happy holidays!
Use AROUND for Better Google Search Results
December 8, 2010
Use the AROUND operator for Google search results that include a little more context. Instead of the normal AND where the search terms can appear anywhere on the page, AROUND(1) ensures that they're close to each other. Start with AROUND(1) and increase the number for a larger range.
Corkboard.me is a Shareable Sticky Notes Webapp
December 3, 2010
This one is too cool - very simple though highly functional at the same time. Corkboard.me is a giant corkboard with sticky notes. It's great for taking your own notes or even sharing (using the URL provided on the bottom left of your board). Give it a try - we won't lie, it's pretty awesome.
Get Double the Dropbox Referral Credit (500MB!)
November 22, 2010
Dropbox is an amazing program for both Mac and PC that allows you to almost instantly sync files between computers and very easily share files and folders with friends and colleagues. Using the link above, you can give them your .edu email address you'll then get an extra 500MB of space for free with each referral.
Advice from a Billionaire: What to Do With a Windfall
November 18, 2010
Finance blog Get Rich Slowly asked billionaire Mark Cuban what he would do if he came into a bit of cash. His answer is surprising and works really well with any amount of extra money you might have on hand. His priorities: get out of debt, build a budget, save your money, and invest wisely...in that order.
Write Concisely for Better Emails
November 15, 2010
Since we all send and receive so much email, it's best to optimize the form of communication so everyone is on the same awesome page. When sending email, make it brief and to the point, use just the subject when you can, and keep it under five sentences as often as humanly possible.
Figure Out How Much Your Used Gear is Worth with Worth Monkey
November 12, 2010
It can take a little work to figure out what your used stuff is worth, though Worth Monkey takes most of the pain out of it. Granted, it's about as simple as it gets though it's a great place to get a ballpark before you sell your gear.
Winterize Your Body to Stay Healthy and Fit
November 8, 2010
You winterize your car, so why not your body? Lifehacker takes a look at a handful of easy ways to keep your body in good shape for the chilly months ahead.
Regular Exercise Cuts Your Chance of Catching a Cold in Half!
November 3, 2010
A new British study has shown that exercise can actually help prevent a cold. Just another benefit of being active. Read on for even more ways to stay healthy (the temperature seems to be dropping very quickly this time of year).
Trade in Used Electronics for Cash with New eBay Green Instant Sale
October 25, 2010
eBay's launched a new service that lets you trade in used electronics for cash. If they aren't looking for what you want to trade in, you can either sell it right on eBay or recycle it through them - they'll pay for shipping and take the thing off your hands.
Save Money and Time Buying a Car with CarWoo!
October 15, 2010
You tell them what kind of car you want and how much you want to spend and they do the leg work of haggling with dealers to get you the right price. The site has a really slick interface and couldn't be easier to use. Their packages start at just $19 and there's no question you'll save way more than that when they're done, not to mention getting your entire Saturday back.
HasWiFi Tells You if Your Flight...has WiFi
October 12, 2010
Wondering if the flight you're taking has WiFi? Give the site your airline and flight number and instantly and easily find out if you'll be able to get online mid-flight. The site works nicely on mobile browsers too so you can always check on the way to the airport if need be.
New LinkedIn Feature Helps Grads Find Jobs
October 6, 2010
LinkedIn is rolling out a new feature called Career Explorer and it's a pretty sweet idea. Think of it as a kind of choose-your-own-adventure tool for real life. Map out your career path, find connections and learn more about your desired job. It's initially only available at 60 universities so let them know they should bring Drexel into the mix. [Video]
Ecosquid is like Kayak for Gadget Reselling and Recycling
September 30, 2010
There are a number of great websites out there like Gazelle that let you recycle or sell back your old gadgets however Ecosquid takes the gadget you're looking to pawn and tells you what each website will give you for it.
The Best Websites and Phone Numbers for Banishing Junk Mail
September 27, 2010
Junk mail (electronic and physical) is obnoxious though there's still hope. Check out this great list of websites, phone numbers and other resources that will help you significantly cut down on the unwanted mail you receive.
Create Astonishing Presentation on the Web
September 24, 2010
With Prezi, you can create stunning presentations on the web that beat anything you could ever think about doing in Powerpoint. Check it out and prepare to have your world turned upside-down. It's that cool!
Enhanced Performance with Some Good Sleep
September 21, 2010
Only 11% of college students report sleeping well and there's nothing better than a good night's sleep. Your Freshman 8 article of the day delves into the basics of sleep and why getting eight hours a night is so critical.
Dorm Room Makeover for Much Better Sleep
September 16, 2010
Getting your Freshman 8 (eight hours of sleep every night) is absolutely critical yet most of us can't find the time to hit the pillow for that long. Sleep expert Dr. Michael J. Breus offers this guide to making over your dorm room so you can get some fantastic sleep. While you're reading, take the pledge to sleep eight hours a night.
Free One-Click Fast File Sharing with dushare
September 13, 2010
Sharing has never been easier! dushare is super fast, super simple and way more secure than most options out there. Since it's peer-to-peer, your file isn't sitting on someone else's server and you can even password protect the transfer.
Updating Your Passwords so they're Secure and Easy to Use
September 10, 2010
You probably don't change your passwords all that often though with more and more of your life online, it's critical to keep them secure. Check out Lifehacker's guide to updating your passwords so they're secure and easy to remember.
Boost Your Recall by Changing Your Study Space
September 7, 2010
When committing things to memory, your brain makes subtle associations with the environment around you, essentially adding additional "neural scaffolding" to help retain the thoughts. The New York Times article behind this research backs up the fact that changing up your study space occasionally can be a very good idea.
Find Credible Research Sources with SweetSearch
September 2, 2010
SweetSearch is a search engine designed specifically for students. It ranks up primary sources and credible sites - like universities and public repositories - to make your searches much more focused and rewarding.
notiFINDER Emails New Craigslist Postings Directly to You So You Don't Miss Out on the Good Stuff
August 31, 2010
Things can fly pretty quickly on Craigslist (like sweet apartments) and it's a pain to check back constantly. Give notiFINDER what you're looking for, your city and your email address and they'll send you updates every time something new is posted.
Build a Good Relationship with your RA for an Easier (and Better) School Year
August 27, 2010
Building a healthy relationship with your RA can help make your school year that much easier, help you meet tons of interesting people, and open doors to all kinds of campus resources. Check out this Lifehacker article - good food for thought.
College 101: A Student's Guide to Navigating Philly
August 26, 2010
Philadelphia Weekly just put out an incredible guide to Philly for college students. They cover things like great places to eat after midnight, six ways to avoid writing that paper, best place to become a vegetarian, five places to see live music for less than $15, and way more!
EasyRoomin Makes Great Roommate Hub with Expense Tracking, Message Board and More
August 23, 2010
If you're looking for a more comprehensive solution for keeping your roommates in shape than Chore Wars, EasyRoomin might be just that. It's basically a micro social network with places to track bills, chores, events and way more.
Chores Just Got Awesome with Chore Wars
August 18, 2010
If you have roommates who aren't quite pulling their own weight, you might want to check out Chore Wars. Each person creates their own character while you create tasks and assign points (or gold) for each completed task. It's a quick way to measure how much housework everyone is doing and an even better way to keep everyone in check while having some fun at the same time.
Make Philadelphia a Better Place to Live with CitySourced for iPhone, Android and Blackberry
August 16, 2010
CitySourced is a mobile app that allows you to take a photo of and submit issues you find around the city. Things like potholes, graffiti and leaks can be submitted and they'll be sent to City Hall and hopefully dealt with in a timely manner.
Amazing Grocery List Mobile App Includes Barcode Scanner and Coupon Finder
August 12, 2010
Grocery IQ is a mobile app for both iOS and Android that allows you to search and add items or scan their barcodes with your phone's camera. On top of that, the app organizes the items by aisle, you can share the lists with your roommates, and coolest of all, it includes a coupon section to help you save a bit of cash.
Top Five Mobile Fitness Apps
August 9, 2010
If you're looking to get into or stay in shape, an iPhone or Android could be your new best friend. Check out the top five mobile fitness apps as suggested by Lifehacker readers. Check the comments too for a few good ones (like miCoach and DailyMile) that were left out.
10 Great Ways to Trim Your Bills
August 2, 2010
From reducing your rent with a letter to learning the art of "just asking" Lifehacker presents ten fantastic ways to trim back your spending with little to no extra effort.
Boost Creativity for Hours with Just 30 Minutes of Aerobic Exercise
July 30, 2010
With just 30 minutes of exercise, creativity gets a huge boost for several hours. It's a fascinating read from Newsweek magazine that goes into other simple ways to stimulate creativity and cognitive function.
CloudCanvas is a Snappy, Web-Based (HTML5) Image Editor
July 28, 2010
CloudCanvas brings you no-strings attached image editing in your browser using the super new and super awesome HTML 5. It's quick and actually has a pretty sweet set of features, including Google Docs integration.
Five Best Book Recommendation Services
July 26, 2010
If you're looking for a good read, check out one of these book recommendation websites as suggested by Lifehacker readers. The top five list includes Shelfari, LibraryThing, Amazon, GoodReads and GetGlue.
Moving Made Efficient and Easy
July 22, 2010
Moving can be a real pain, though with the awesome tips in this start-to-finish guide, it might not be so bad after all. There's a real art to efficient moves and with September quickly approaching, it's not a bad time to brush up on these tricks.
Seven Ways the Student Loan Reform Bill May Affect You (in a Good Way!)
July 20, 2010
Now that a number of reforms to the student loan system have taken effect (as of July 1, 2010), you should take a look at these seven major changes that should make college that much more afforable.
Create and Track Financial Goals on Mint
July 16, 2010
Our favorite finance management site Mint just launched a new Goals feature. Set a goal and attach it to a real bank account or investment to actively track how close you are to reaching it.
HUGE! Free Amazon Prime for Students!
July 13, 2010
This is a monster deal - free two-day shipping on everything Amazon.com sells for an entire year! It would normally set you back $80 and they're now giving it away for free to college students.
Create a Pseudonym for Better Control of Your Online Identity
July 12, 2010
If you're looking to be found very easily in online searches, using a catchy and unique pseudonym might be just the trick. This is especially great for those of us with very common first and last names. Check out the details on Lifehacker.
Five Best Blogging Sites
June 21, 2010
Blogging is easier than ever and there are a number of really great (mostly free) options available. Lifehacker posts the top five according to their readers. Take a look at the choices (including out favorite, Tumblr) and vote for your top pick.
Channel Steve Jobs to Recover from Presentation Glitches
June 16, 2010
Apple's latest Keynote wasn't perfectly smooth, though it would have been much worse if Steve had panicked. Take a deep breath and collect yourself - check out tons of great pointers in this article on how to recover from presentation glitches.
Eat Breakfast First Thing for Better Sleep at Night
June 9, 2010
A pretty fascinating story out of the UK this morning. The author, Dr. Nerina Ramlakhan, tells newspaper The Independent that eating first thing in the morning helps your body relax as it knows you have an adequate supply of food for the day. It all goes back to our hunting and gathering days - read on for more on the theory.
10 Great Photo Fixing and Image Editing Tricks
June 7, 2010
A picture is worth a thousand words if it's done right and we have a handful of great tips, tricks and tutorials from Lifehacker on fixing up your photos and really getting something great out of an image that's otherwise meh. Check out tips on things like HDR photography, shooting great panoramic photos and getting decent images out of small graphics.
Facebook's New Privacy Settings, Simplified
May 28, 2010
Things have gotten a little dicey on Facebook lately and with the brand new simpler privacy controls, this walkthrough shows you how to bring those privacy settings back to the good old days when your privacy mattered.
Learn to Grow Plants with Beginner Garden Projects
May 23, 2010
Lifehacker has an excellent piece on learning how to grow your own plants and food by tackling a few small projects to pick up the basics. The article looks a lot at doing this all while living in the city so don't be discouraged if you live in an apartment. Get growing already!
Discipline Trumps Natural Ability
May 21, 2010
Our friends next door at the University of Pennsylvania concluded in a recent study that hard work has much more to do with performance than natural ability. No pain, no gain, right?
Google Wave Now Open to Everyone
May 19, 2010
Google Wave has opened the floodgates (no pun intended) and is now allowing anyone and everyone to jump in. It's an excellent way to collaborate in real-time. Give it a try, you'll pick it up pretty quickly and soon see how useful it can be. If you're still a little skeptical, check out the templates to see neat ways it can be used.
Quit Facebook without Actually Quitting
May 17, 2010
Facebook isn't going anywhere and it can certainly be useful, though recent changes have people questioning their privacy on the network. It's crazy but Facebook's Privacy Policy is actually longer than the U.S. Constitution. Check out this guide to securing your Facebook account without quitting altogether.
DropBox is like a Magic Pocket for Computers, iPhones, iPads, and Android Phones
May 14, 2010
Dropbox gives you 2GB of free storage online that you can access from any computer, iPhone, iPad or Android phone. A great way to keep things totally accessible and organized while mobile.
Ease Your Mind After Big Decisions by Washing Your Hands
May 12, 2010
Amazingly, recently published results from a study concluded that washing your hands after making a big decision lowers the chance of second-guessing and rationalization. Read on for the full report from NPR.
Ace Your Next Job Interview with a Little Research
May 5, 2010
One of the best ways to ace an interview and really show the prospective employer that you're as interested in them as they should be in you involves doing a bit of research prior to the big day. Read on for more along with six other great things to do ay your next job interview.
Free Credit Score Monitoring and Reports from CreditKarma
March 29, 2010
This is a completely legit and incredible resource. Grab your credit score and credit report for completely free with no strings attached. You can get monthly updates to track your progress over time and learn more about how to raise your score.
Celebrate National Procrastination Week...by Not Procrastinating!
March 4, 2010
Just think about how great it feels to get something out of the way early. Check out Lifehacker's tips on getting things done and not putting them off.
Google Maps + Craigslist = PadMapper
March 2, 2010
There couldn't be an easier way to find apartments! Throw in an address along with things like price range and you'll get a Google Map with all of the surrounding available apartments for rent. You can also now get PadMapper as an iPhone app for mobile goodness.
Fill Out Any Form with FillAnyPDF
February 5, 2010
With free web service FillAnyPDF, you simply upload the form and start typing away in your web browser. You can even sign it electronically once you're done! Wish you knew about this before, eh?
Only Time Makes You an Expert
February 3, 2010
Talent certainly helps, though it's really all about patience, practice and focus. Career blog Brazen Careerist discusses an article from the Harvard Business Review about time over talent when it comes to expertise. Read on...
Find Cheap Textbooks Using Textbookpricecomparison.com
January 19, 2010
Scoring used books at the bookstore is always the clutch way to go, however if you're out of luck there and low on cash, check out textbookpricecomparison.com to get pricing on books on all of the major websites at once.
Best Times to Buy Things During Each Month
January 8, 2010
It's a pain to keep track of when things are in season and almost impossible to always know when it's the best time to buy things. Check out this list of some of the most popular year round purchases and when you should pull the trigger on those purchases. Best time to buy a used car is in April. Pick up your new HDTV in November or December. You get the idea.
Keep Your PC Clean, Safe and Backed Up in 2010
January 4, 2010
The guys at Gizmodo have a great News Year's resolution for you - while you're thinking about improving yourself, don't leave your computer out of the mix. Check out these tips in keeping your machine clean, safe and backed up and breath a little easier knowing you're in good (digital) shape.
Best Ways to Avoid Online Scams
December 8, 2009
These guidelines are especially good for less computer savvy friends and relatives however they're also a great refresher course on what to watch out for online. We're especially huge fans of using strong passwords and watching what you click on.
Faster, More Secure and Reliable Home Networks with OpenDNS
December 3, 2009
OpenDNS is completely free and lets you really take control of your home network. Load webpages faster, find information more reliably and even up the security of your computer and your network. It's totally simple to do - what are you waiting for?
Easier Bibliographies with EasyBib
November 30, 2009
Bibliographies just got way easier with EasyBib. It's free if you're down with the MLA style and it's a piece of cake to use. With AutoCite, you can cite books with just an ISBN or websites with just a URL.
Backup Online Data in Twitter, Gmail and More!
November 25, 2009
If you think about how much important information is in the cloud, just imagine how lame it would be if you lost any of it. With Backupify, for a small monthly fee, you can automatically have you data backed up in case of a really rainy day.
Google Image Swirl Offers Refined Image Searches
November 18, 2009
Rather than searching through tons of irrelevant pictures to find the one you want, try Image Swirl for much better results. Say you're looking for a shot of the Philly skyline, but you want one at night - you can now sort through relevant groups of photos to narrow down your search to just what you need.
Extra Gmail and Picasa Storage for CHEAP!
November 13, 2009
Google just dropped their process on extra Gmail and Picasa storage and even the lowest level is totally worth it. $5 for another 20GB and there's really no worring about email or photo storage ever again. Click on for more info and to pick up your extra storage.
Easily Create and Share Project Schedules
November 10, 2009
Tom's Planner is an easy-to-use and very intuitive tool for tackling project schedules, sharing your schedule with your team, and much more. It works just like a desktop application too, so right-click away!
Better Posture = Way More Energy
November 3, 2009
Betcha didn't know that just by sitting up straight your body takes in 30% more oxygen? All that extra O2 gives you a big boost in energy and along with these other eight energy boosters from Real Simple, you'll be finishing your work faster in no time.
Automatically Add Facebook Events to Your Personal Calendar
October 30, 2009
Instead of managing two social calendars, set up your Facebook events to automatically sync with your Apple iCal, Microsoft Outlook or Google Calendar. So easy and so good!
Learn a Foreign Language in Exciting New Ways
October 27, 2009
It's not going to replace the richness of learning a language in a classroom, however if you're looking to brush up on a foreign tongue or two, CNN published a great piece on the different ways to do it online. We were impressed with Livemocha - a mix between Rosetta Stone and Facebook, you learn while helping others do the same with the language that is native to you.
Find the Perfect Gadget with Measy
October 23, 2009
With so many gadgets out there, it can be tough to find the right one for you. With Measy, just answer a few simple questions and you get a list of great choices. It's really never been easier to quality instant recommendations.
Best Collaboration Tools (That Aren't Google Wave)
October 19, 2009
There are a number of newcomers here that you probably haven't heard of like Cc:Betty, MediaWiki and TextFlow, regardless there's some good stuff on this list for making group work way smoother. Start by checking out these 10.
Choosing Smart Passwords
October 13, 2009
In recognition of National Cyber Security Awareness Month, Google has an in-depth post on creating and managing strong and smart passwords. Solid passwords are incredibly important and this read will put you on the right path.
10 Ways to Get Way More from a Camera Phone
October 7, 2009
Although the quality of most camera phone's isn't stellar, they're actually entirely more useful than you think. Find your car in huge parking lots, make it your second brain and never forget things again - there's gold here. Read on.
Social Task Management for Groups
October 6, 2009
Producteev takes all the good stuff - AIM, GTalk, Twitter, Email - and throws in a healthy dose of project management for good measure. Normally a subscription service, it's totally free with your @drexel.edu email address.
Windows 7 for Only $30!
October 5, 2009
Windows 7 has been getting some pretty decent reviews and it's coming out October 22. The cool part is that as a university student, it can be all yours for only $29.99 (normally $119.99). You can grab either the 32-bit or 64-bit edition of Windows Home Premium and the offer's good until January 3, 2009.
Best Ways to Protect Your Stuff
October 5, 2009
The number one crime on campus is unattended theft - you leave your laptop to grab something in the other room, you come back and it's gone - lame. Check out this top 10 list of fantastic ways to make sure no one steals your gear.
Top 10 Underhyped Web Apps
October 5, 2009
There are some great web apps out there - really useful ones - that just don't get the hype they deserve. Check out this top 10 list of mostly free web 2.0 apps that'll do everything from convert PDFs into Word docs to help you get right through to customer service without waiting on the line.
Tackle Debt Stress-free with the 20 Percent Plan
November 15, 2011
Debt can be stressful, however you can always rely on the good old 20 Percent Plan to control it (and eventually eliminate it) in a relatively stress-free way. Basically, the 20 percent plan means putting 20% of your income to paying off debt, 10% into savings, and the other 70% for everything else. Click on for more details.
How to Make a Good First Impression Every Time
November 9, 2011
With all of this online social networking going on, we too often forget that it's the real-world social networking that really matters. Lifehacker's put together a fantastic guide on making great first impressions and then developing them into lasting relationships. Well-written and tons to take away.
Sitting Too Long is No Good
November 4, 2011
Sitting too much and generally being less active has now been linked to cancer. Regardless of the link, it's well known that our bodies weren't made to sit for long periods of time. Give this article a read for more on the study and tips on moving around more.
Fitting a Workout into Your Daily Routine
October 31, 2011
There are few things harder than regularly working in a solid workout into your daily routine, though once you do, you won't be able to stop thanking yourself. Lifehacker offers a few tried and true methods for getting started and keeping up with the good habit.
Set Up Your Workspace for a More Productive Day
October 26, 2011
Sit down in a super comfy chair and you're instantly relaxing. The same idea applies to setting up your workspace and creating zones geared toward specific tasks. Click on to read more about setting the scene for a productive day.
Buy Your Thanksgiving Plane Ticket Now to Avoid Upcoming Price Hikes
October 19, 2011
Prices are going to steadily rise on plane tickets over the next few weeks as airlines scale back the number of available flights and people travel for the holidays. Save money by picking up your tickets now. Click on for more at CNNMoney.
