Mac/iPhone: We love the Pomodoro technique for productivity and while one of the big benefits is that you don’t need a ton of technology to use it, that doesn’t mean some tech is not useful. FocusList is a small, but useful set of apps of that helps you plan out your day with Pomodoro in mind.
Owning a car can be pretty expensive beyond the price of the vehicle itself. Taxes, title fees, gas, and other costs add up quite a bit, and those costs vary depending on where you live. In a recent study, GOBankingRates ranked the most and least expensive states for owning a car.
We can be especially judgmental when it comes to money. Your friend buys a house, you assume he can’t afford it and should just keep renting—like you do. Or your cousin spends $15,000 on a wedding, and you think that’s crazy—you only spent $5,000 on yours. Instead of judging other people’s habits, try learning the full story, which is more productive.
Friendly PSA: remember to consider the long-term cost of your purchases. There are some items that initially seem affordable enough, but over time, they’re actually quite costly. And Apartment Therapy offers some useful examples.
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Every discussion about standing desks today is an argument over whether they’re healthier than sitting all day, or whether those health benefits are bullshit. None of that is important to me. What is, however, is that my standing desk made me more productive, more creative, and overall more active. That’s all I want from it.
Most people cringe to see the words “money” and “happiness” in the same sentence, and rightfully so. Money doesn’t equal happiness. You can, however, use money in a way that satisfies your own values. To find those values, it helps to consider your happiest moments.
Tax scams are common this time of year, and knowing how to spot one can save you a ton of money. This infographic from the Federal Trade Commission shows you how these scams usually work, what a valid contact from the IRS looks like, and what to do if you get a fake IRS call.
Eggs are delicate little guys, and transporting them can be a nuisance. Luckily, Food 52 has a simple method for packing just a couple at a time, no extra equipment required. Just don’t throw out your old cartons, and cut them up.
Sig Nordal 