Here are 5 things you should know. 1. A for-profit company will always try to minimize your salary. It is your duty to maximize it and there is no shame in it. There is a mindset, especially with younger adults, that it is taboo to ask for more money. For example, during a job interview,…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. All 1500W heaters put out the exact same amount of heat, and consume the exact same amount of electricity, regardless of physical size, or the properties of the heating element. If you’re buying a new space heater, consider that the small, inexpensive, 1500W heater with the wire…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. Catalytic converter thieves are targeting specific models of cars (especially the Prius). Toyota is so back-ordered on catalysts it may take over a month to replace a stolen one while costing you over $1,000. But theft can be deterred by installing an anti-theft catalytic converter shield. Catalytic…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder. People who live with type 1 diabetes constantly deal with misconceptions that revolve around type 2 diabetes, which is much more prevalent in adults and the overweight. It’s really a different disease, and the lack of understanding can be frustrating,…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. In the United States it is illegal for private-sector employers to discourage or punish you for discussing your wages with coworkers. Pursuant to 29 U.S.C. §§ 151-169 it is illegal for your employer to: Discourage discussion between employees about their wages by saying things like “here’s your…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. A crash at 30mph is not twice as bad as 15mph, it’s 4x as bad. Similarly, a crash at 60mph is 16x as bad. This is because kinetic energy is proportional to squared velocity. The dangers of speeding are worse than you might expect, and, on the…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. Plan B is not a pill that causes abortions, it’s a pill that prevents pregnancies. Plan B and abortion pills are not the same. Plan B, or Levonorgestrel, is a dose of hormonal birth control taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy, which is…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. A simple fan is one of the most effective ways to keep mosquitos away. Entomologists from Michigan State University found that fan-generated wind greatly reduces mosquitoes and they recommend using it in our backyards to protect ourselves and our pets. Mosquitos are very irritating and people try…… Read More »
Here are this week’s Life Pro Tips. 1. One of the most important questions you can ask in a debate/argument is, “What proof or evidence would it take to change your mind/opinion?” If they can’t give you an answer or if they refuse to accept the evidence that they asked for, then quit wasting your…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. Ocean creatures you may encounter on pools on a beach or the shallows can be risky for your health if you touch them. Don’t pick them up for your IG photos. Don’t touch unless you are a scientist or otherwise properly trained and have equipment. Examples of…… Read More »
Here are 5 things you should know. 1. You don’t have to live with your apartment’s shitty shower head. High-pressure showerheads are cheap and easy to install. 2. Most commercial semi-trucks are governed to 65mph. An experience shared: “As a commercial truck driver I often get flipped the bird and another beautiful sign language while…… Read More »