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Top 15 Techniques for Reducing Digital Clutter: Improve Focus and Efficiency

Andy Ford / March 12th, 2024 / No Comments

Imagine relaxing in a room filled with too much stuff; it’s overwhelming, right? That’s what digital clutter does to your mind. It’s not just about being neat; it’s about feeling less stressed and more in control. By clearing out the digital clutter, you create space for new ideas and make it easier to find what you need. Audit Your Digital Space Take a moment to really look...

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8 Cheap Halloween Costumes to Make in Minutes

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Taylor / October 3rd, 2023 / 1 Comment

It happens every year. You don’t plan to do anything for Halloween. Yet at the last minute you receive an invitation and you need a costume. Costumes happen to be very expensive if bought online or at a party store. And we should all avoid spending a ton of money on an outfit that we’ll only wear for a few hours. So try one of these cheap Halloween costumes that you can make at home in...

The 10 Cheapest States to Live In

Jenny Smedra / December 22nd, 2022 / No Comments

In recent years, the cost of living has become astronomical in some cities. For example, the rental prices in New York and San Francisco make it nearly impossible to afford the bare necessities on minimum wage. However, now that more jobs are going remote, people are no longer tied down by the proximity to their jobs. As a result, more and more people are fleeing from expensive urban centers to states...

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10 Thrift Store Finds That You Can Take to the Bank

Jenny Smedra / September 22nd, 2022 / No Comments

As many people are looking for new side hustles or ways to generate cash flow, thrift stores are becoming a treasure trove of unrealized wealth. Although many people believe their old junk has no value, thrifters and upcyclers know better. If you are looking for ways to turn second-hand items into profit, here are 10 thrift store finds that you can take to the bank. 10 Thrift Store Finds...

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