Monday, August 1, 2011

Our List of the Best Free Mac Downloads

I always like reading about someone's choices for "best" app. I like to see what other people are using and it is a great way to find out about new software. Lifehacker just put out an update to their on going list of the Best Free Mac Downloads. I have almost all of them on my Mac and I have to tell you, they are great apps. So head on over to Lifehacker and see what they say are the best free apps for the Mac.

Our List of the Best Free Mac Downloads via Lifehacker

A Hidden Tax Increase in Debt Deal

A hidden tax increase in the debt deal? Yeah, that doesn't surprise me. It also doesn't surprise me that they (Congress) waited until the last minute to strike up a deal. I am about over all of them in Washington. It seems like they can't get anything done. Check out "A Hidden Tax Increase In Debt Deal" over at the Conservative Nation for more information.

A Hidden Tax Increase in Debt Deal via The Conservative Nation

How to Get Started with GMail

Gmail is a great email client. I use it as my primary email account. You can configure it to work with Outlook, Mail, Thunderbolt, or just use it in a web browser. However, Gmail can be a little confusing if you've never used it before. To help you overcome the learning curve, head on over to Lifehacker and check out their guide on how to get started with Gmail.

How to Get Started with GMail via Lifehacker

Our First of the Month Financial Routine via Frugal Dad

Personal finance is one of my favorite topics to read and learn about. I am always looking for a better way to handle my finances so that I can save more money every month. I especially like to read about other people's routine in order to adapt it to my situation.

Frugal Dad has a really good article he wrote about his family's first of the month financial routine. He outlines 7 things he does at the beginning of every month that helps him keep track of his finances and that enables him to reach his financial goals.

If you are concerned about your monthly finances or you just want read about how someone else handles theirs, you should head over to Frugal Dad and check it out.

Our First of the Month Financial Routine via Frugal Dad

Friday, July 29, 2011

How to Take a Screenshot or Picture of What’s On Your Computer Screen

Ok, your computer is acting like it has a mind of its own and it will NOT cooperate with you and you just have to get this paper finished. You have your friend on the phone (you know the one, the guy that always fixes your computer?) but you just can't make him understand what you are seeing on your computer screen. You're frustrated and you are tired of him asking "what do you see now". Don't you just wish you could take a picture of your screen and email it to him.

This isn't the only reason you might want to take a screen shot of your desktop or an open application window. Honestly, taking screen shots is a very useful skill indeed.

Lifehacker has put together a great article on how to take a picture of your screen on a Windows box or a Mac. Click here to read the post!

How to Take a Screenshot via LifeHacker

Why are Some People Successful?

Have you ever wondered why some people succeed while others do not? Is it luck or some special knowledge that successful people have that us normal people don't?

According to Dr. Mani at Entrepreneurs-Journey.com, it mostly has to do with sticking to something no matter what obstacles get in your way. For a good uplifting article that will recharge your interest in becoming successful or any other work you may be doing, visit Entrepreneurs-Journey.

The Secret to Building Wealth Most People Ignore

Do you think building wealth is impossible for you and your family? Have you tried but just can't seem to make it? I am not talking about get rich schemes, or making money from home scams, I am talking about building real sustainable wealth that any family can do.

Head on over to Frugal Dad and read his article on the Secret to Building Wealth that Most People Ignore. If you have never read his blog, it is some great reading with common sense advice that the everyday person can really use. He has no agenda other than to help people become debt free.

Don't forget to check out his Twitter feed @FrugalDad