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We live in a world filled with short attention spans, where trust doesn't come easily

To keep their attention and gain their trust, you must make a great first impression. So if your goal is to get further ahead in your social or professional life, you need to get people to like you. Immediately. You need to be memorable. Today I'm sharing 10 surefire tips for nailing any first impression. Here's what we have coming up: Be on time and do your homework Wear the right uniform Greet people properly Make eye contact Assume they like you Get their name, remember it and say it correctly Control your body language Be a great listener Be open to talking about yourself Bring other people into the conversation Plus, the five mistakes you should avoid to make...

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New Milwaukee Cordless Power Tools & More – Pipeline 2020 Ep 3 Rundown

Milwaukee has just aired their 3rd Pipeline 2020 episode, showcasing more of their new tools and accessories. Without further adieu, let’s check out the new gear: Milwaukee M12 Fuel Cordless Band Saw Milwaukee is finally coming out with a new M12 Fuel brushless cordless band saw, featuring 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″ cutting capacity and one-handed operation! Milwaukee knows that many of you have been asking for this, and have finally delivered. Milwaukee says that it offers a larger cutting capacity than their existing M12 sub-compact cordless band saw. It’s said to feature improved performance, a lightweight design, one-handed capability, and increased capacity, and is designed to enhance overall productivity while lowering user fatigue. The new brushless band saw weighs 6 lbs,...

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Last week we did our annual HUGE outdoor furniture roundup and while I had SO much fun putting it together I was once again shocked by the general price points on the market

But I guess when furniture pieces need to withstand a variety of seasons and still look good year after year, it warrants a higher price tag. The truth can hurt…the wallet. But before we move on, watch how Em DIY’ed her patio before that famous beautiful tile went in (just wait for the ad to run first): Ok we’re back! SO because of that, I made it my mission this week to create an affordable accessories roundup post. Because while your outdoor furniture is built to last many many years, you just might want to switch up some throw pillows, add a rug or heck FINALLY get that fire pit you’ve always dreamed of. Doing those things should NOT have...

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High Above Lookout: Review

High Above is the brainchild of JC Canfield, who got his chops under Dana Gleason at Mystery Ranch before deciding hip (fanny) packs needed a serious come back. Based in Bellingham, WA, High Above has created everything from backpacks, to hip packs, to a sweaty-gear focused duffel successfully funded through Kickstarter. I would say that the Lookout falls into the second wave of High Above offerings. I still have an original, pre-updated Das Radpack that I use all of the time. The Lookout is the culmination of JC’s experience in designing hip packs. It’s durable, lightweight, and full of features you’d want on or off the bike. Tech Specs Imperial Metric Height 5.25″ 13.3cm Length 9″ 22.9cm Depth 3″ 7.6cm...

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You know him better than anyone

That doesn’t mean you have an easy time figuring out what to get him on his birthday. It doesn’t matter what stage you are in your relationship – newlyweds or decades old, it’s going to take some effort on your part to find a gift that he’ll love. So, short of digging into your husband’s brain or listening to his secret thoughts, you’re going to need some help. Our list of birthday gifts for husbands are all-encompassing. Sporty, nerdy, nature lover, handyman, etc. You name it, we’ve got something for it on our list. Top 10 Birthday Gift Ideas for Husband in 2019 #1: Wine Enthusiast Etched Globe Spirits Decanter This Etched Globe Spirits Decanter from Wine Enthusiast is one...

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