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How to Appreciate Death Metal
While most people associate death metal music with a bunch of guys screaming and creating random noise, there's a multitude of reasons why this genre maintains a strong following and earns the fierce loyalty of many listeners worldwide. Here's why.
How to Ask for a Reference from an Employer
As a job-seeker, one of your most important assets is a solid letter of recommendation from a former (or current) employer. Securing a great reference doesn't need to be stressful. Start by asking the right people, and give them plenty of time. Work with...
How to Replace and Install a Garbage Disposal in Your Kitchen Sink
Garbage disposals can make it easier to get rid of food waste and keep your kitchen clean. To install one, all you need is a new garbage disposal, a bucket, a screwdriver, and some plumber’s putty. Whether you’re looking to install a disposal for the firs...
How to Improve Your Credit Score
Credit reports are used by banks, credit card issuers, car dealerships, landlords, and even employers to determine your reliability for credit. With so much riding on it, you naturally want your score to be as high as possible. Unfortunately, mistakes can...
How to Start Freelancing
Becoming a freelancer is a great way to start working for yourself. You can work for multiple employers at a time, hone a variety of marketable skills, and work as much or as little as you want. Even if you’ve never worked freelance before, you may be abl...
How to Calculate Your Annual Salary
If you are paid by the hour as an employee or contract worker, calculating your hourly income as an annual salary can be useful. You'll often need to provide your annual salary on applications. Or, you may want to compare salaries between new job opportun...
How to Play Baseketball
Bored of playing basketball? Tired of playing baseball? The solution is a hybrid -- BASEketball! Originally invented in the movie BASEketball, starring South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, BASEketball has evolved from a fictional game to a popu...
Decision Making 101: A Simple Guide
Having to make a decision can be nerve-wracking, especially if the stakes are high—but even low-stakes situations may stop you in your tracks as you carefully weigh every option. There’s no simple formula for making the “right” decision every time, but th...
How to Be Fired Gracefully
Your boss calls you into his/her office, closes the door, and says, "...we're not happy with your performance on this job, so we're terminating your employment. Go clean out your desk and report to HR for your exit interview and final paycheck." What is t...
How to Make a Charm Bracelet
Charm bracelets are fun and fashionable accessories. You don't need to spend any money to wear a one-of-a-kind charm bracelet when you can make it yourself. All you need are safety pins, charms, beads and string, wire or chain. Read on to learn how to mak...
How to Get Organized for College or Grad School
Getting organized for college or grad school requires more planning than for high school because there is less inherent structure provided. Your classes may be different from those of your peers, and your professors will not be reminding you when things a...
How to Levitate an Object
There are many ways to levitate an object for part of your magic routine. Most methods involve a bit of preparation, but once you're set up you can amaze your audience by making various objects float. Whether you use a string and wax, an elastic loop, or...
How to Pick the Perfect Puppy
Puppies are cute and adorable, which can make the process of choosing a puppy exciting and challenging. Your choice to get a puppy is an important one, so make sure that you do not rush the process or make an impulse decision.[1] X Research source...
How to Eavesdrop
We eavesdrop for many reasons. Sometimes we eavesdrop to find out information, to entertain ourselves, or to develop our imagination or writing skills. Eavesdropping, in a sense, is an art form,[1] X Research source and collecting fragments...
How to Clean Out Your Closet
Cleaning out your closet can be overwhelming, but the end result is always worth the effort. Once you remove all the items from your closet, you can evaluate each item of clothing. Then you will decide whether to keep, store, sell, or donate the items. On...
How to Manage Anxiety: Can Dietary Changes Help?
Anxiety is a common problem that millions of people struggle with, so you’re not alone if you’re looking for relief. You may have heard that certain foods, diets, and herbs can treat anxiety. This is partially true, and some foods can relieve anxiety symp...