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How to Survive a Boring Job

By Ang1216Red

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You hate your boring job. It’s so boring that you consider drinking the white out on your desk just for the fact that you’d have to get your stomach pumped and be out of work for a few days. There are ways to keep yourself entertained ... more »

How to Survive as a Woman in a Man's World

By Tomiko Cary

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Let’s face it, it is a man’s world. But as a woman, you must learn how to survive. You are a lot stronger than you think... more »

How to Survive Being Laid Off

By JovieBaclayon

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If you have never been laid off, it’s as scary as it sounds. Despite popular thinking, companies aren’t required to give you a severance package. I've been laid off twice in my life, and in one case, I was handed my last paycheck and told the ... more »

How to survive Marine Corps Boot Camp

By Jarhead77

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Marine Corps boot camp is the closest thing there is to a hard labor prison on the planet without actually being shot at with live ammo. There are some things that could be of great value before entering those hallowed walls of Marine boot camp. ... more »

How to Survive Mondays at Work

By Left-hander

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Did you know that Mondays can be hazardous to your health? They’re very stressful; the highest incidence of work-related injuries happen or occur on this day. There’s also an increase in on-the-job heart attacks. Here’s what you can do to make ... more »

How to Survive Online Teaching

By tkfinley

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Online teaching can be a rewarding experience for both your students and you. But the online environment presents complications you won’t experience in a traditional classroom. Teaching online can at times be difficult and frustrating, but there ... more »

How to Survive the Holidays Without Narcotics

By Therese Haberman

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Here are some ideas for holiday survival during the crazed "holidaze". (Just a footnote to all you Vicodin-popping "House" lookalikes and wannabes, when I say without narcotics, I mean without more narcotics than usual. So don't raise your ... more »

How to Take a Sick Day

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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When your alarm clock is buzzing and it's time to get up and get ready for work, but you feel so miserable you don't know how you will make it out of bed, it's time to call in sick. Many employers are understanding, especially during cold and flu ... more »

How to Take Risks at Work

By Althea DeBrule

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The phrase, “Get Your Feet Wet”, is often used when first learning how to do something or in pioneering a new initiative. When participating in a project for the first time, there's usually a hesitancy to take risks and step out into the unknown. ... more »

How to Take the Friday Man Shower

By dlowe

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It's common knowledge that for a man to take a bath is a serious blow to manhood, and besides, who really enjoys sitting in a tepid puddle of personal filth anyway? For men everywhere, there is now a solution. Not a man? Today isn't Friday? The ... more »

How to Take the Real Estate License Exam

By Margo Airst

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Steps to taking the licensing examination for real estate agents.. more »

How to Tame Your Tongue

By Jen Errair

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Have you ever said something that you couldn't take back? How about wanting to type an angry e-mail? If you have a tendency to speak before you think, this article will offer tips on how to take a step back and think before you react... more »

How to Teach a Job Skill

By Therese Haberman

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If you need to take an employee and show him how to perform a set of tasks, whether it be training on a computer software program or how to assemble an electronic component, follow these steps for sure success... more »

How to Tell If You Are A Control Freak

By Althea DeBrule

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One of the most frightening things a person can experience in life is to be out of control. It's part of our nature to take charge, direct and have power over things, situations and people. It's perfectly normal to want to be in control of your ... more »

How to Tell If Your Career is Stalled

By Althea DeBrule

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Throughout your work life there will be various checkpoints or opportunities to examine whether or not you are on the correct career path. These routine safeguards and inspections will reveal breakdowns and weaknesses, and give you a chance to ... more »

How to Tell the Difference Between the Words "Voila" and "Walla"

By AbbyNormal

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I have noticed a lot of people using the incorrect spelling for the word "Voila". This will help you understand which is correct for your needs... more »

How to Terminate an Employee

By Therese Haberman

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Handling an employee termination can be a scary and emotional event. Unfortunately, sometimes it is necessary. These tips will give you something to ponder as you prepare to handle a termination... more »

How to Think Out a Great Idea

By emily1724

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Do you have an idea that you just can't escape? Maybe it's to get ahead at your place of employment; perhaps it's to become your own employer. Does this idea consume your thoughts on a daily basis? Are you simply lost as to how you can accomplish ... more »

How to Thwart a Lunch Thief

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Most workplaces offer a breakroom with a refrigerator where employees can store snacks and lunch. This option adds to the convenience of the work day and is more economical than dining out. It offers a smorgasboard of good eats to the occasional ... more »

How to Track Your Writing Queries

By Karen Hamilton Silvestri

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When doing freelance writing work or when submitting your written work to various publications, it becomes very easy to lose track of what was sent where and to whom. Here is an easy way to keep track of all those queries by using Microsoft Excel ... more »

How to Transform Jealousy Into Inspiration

By Amanda Ford

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Of all the complex and powerful emotions we experience as human beings, jealousy is arguably the most damaging. Jealousy poisons your relationships and limits your potential for growth. And there’s no telling when envy will show its green ... more »

How to Understand Your Dreams to Maximize Your Potential

By Desula

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I believe that dreams hold the key to many answers in your life. Sometimes a dream about a hamburger, is just a dream about a hamburger. But this tutorial will help you realize your true potential through your dreams. Your subconscious is ... more »

How to Unlock Creativity

By Therese Haberman

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You don’t have to be a writer or an artist to be creative. Maybe you enjoy making pottery or developing new dance routines. Whatever way you like to express yourself is your creative impulse... more »

How to Use a Men's Public Bathroom Without Annoying Everyone

By bruceleroy

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The bathroom. Everyone has to use it, so why not make the experience as pleasant as possible for everyone involved? Consider this Toiletiquette 101... more »

How to Use a Self Rescue Kit

By 1citygirl

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When you find yourself enjoying your favorite sport, don't forget your self rescue kit this summer. Here is a guide on where to buy, how to use, and why your self rescue kit might be the most important thing you pack this summer... more »

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