The New Rules for Getting Organized

The New Rules for Getting Organized

Where did all this stuff come from? It just seems to keep coming. Keep in mind that keeping your belongings organized goes hand in hand with keeping your tasks organized. Usually guys who are struggling with one are also struggling with the other. Lighten your load, make friends with the trash, and get automated. Dr. Ari Tuckman, author of More Attention, Less Deficit: Success Strategies for Adults with ADHD. shares 8 rules for getting organized- and more important, staying organized.

1. Lighten your load.

2. Just Dump It Now

3. It Only Counts If You Find It

4. Set A High Standard

5. Keep It Moving

6. Set It Up Right To Begin With

7. Automate As Much As Possible

8. Strive For Good Enough

Get details on these de-cluttering secrets at Smartman Daily.

9 Back at School Tips for Parents

9 Back at School Tips for Parents

Back-to-school time is stressful for kids. For dads, too. Elizabeth Hartley-Brewer, parenting expert and author of Making Friends: A Guide to Understanding and Nurturing Your Child's Friendships, offers her top nine strategies for easing the bambinos back into school without all the muss and fuss. Go to Smartman Daily for the full article and author biography. 

1. Show interest in your child's day-but don't interrogate. 

2. Stay close to home. 

3. Don't be late. 

4. Don't push visits to and from friends too soon. 

5. Take their fears and feelings seriously.

6. Trust that they will do well.

7. Don't criticize teachers or the school--or their friends.

8. Encourage independence and self-help skills. 

9. Keep criticism to a minimum. 

The Dad Difference: How To Encourage Autonomy

The Dad Difference: How to Encourage Autonomy

Fathers today are far more involved in their children's lives than dads of previous generations. Nowadays dads attend parent-teacher conferences, help with homework, and drive carpool. And while their growing involvement in parenting is terrific for kids, Dads' share with mothers the panic and stress whenever their kids compete. Despite the stereotype that successful kids have parents who push them, research shows that eliminating parental pressure is the best way to help children excel.Wendy Grolnick and Kathy Seal, co-authors of Pressured Parents, Stressed Out Kids, share their thoughts on staying involved, letting go of control, and encouraging your child's autonomy. Check out this exclusive article on Smartman Daily.

Where Dads Go Wrong With Discipline

Where Dads Go Wrong With Discipline

Not sure of the best way to go about disciplining your defiant child or teenager? The last thing you want to do is become a dad who "means business," or the father who raises his voice and "makes" his kids listen. Dads who have a "punishment mentality" don't teach their children to make positive changes in their behavior. Instead, these dads use shame, and intimidation to influence their kids to behave differently. As a "yeller in recovery," Jeffrey Bernstein, PhD., family psychologist and author of Liking the Child You Love, shares six smart strategies for disciplining your child on Smartman Daily.

How to Lead in Tough Times

How to Lead in Tough Times

It is never easy to lead. In these turbulent times, it's harder than ever before. The big question is, what can you do today to be a more effective leader? How can you help your people through these tough economic times? Sheila Murray Bethel, Ph.D., author of A New Breed of Leader: 8 Leadership Qualities That Matter Most in the Real World, What Works, What Doesn't and Why, shares three actions you can take to boost employees' productivity and reduce their stress on Smartman Daily. 

1. Focus on "A" priorities.

2. Train, train, train. 

3. Give people hope. 

Top 5 Myths About Getting Your Next Job

Top 5 Myths About Getting Your Next Job

Job seekers today face tremendous challenges. Our national unemployment rate is 8.9%, more than 13.5 million people are out of work, and approximately 2 million college students are graduating this year and attempting to enter this strained job market. The good news is there are jobs and companies are hiring. There's competition, but if you have the appropriate tools and techniques to bring to your job search, success is within your control. Now is not the time to take the same job search approach of years past. Now is the time to take a proactive approach and employ techniques to help set yourself apart from the competition. Dan Burns, author of The First 60 Seconds: Win The Job Interview Before It Begins, reveals the secrets to being effective in today's job market on Smartman Daily.

Dad, Stop Worrying So Much about Keeping Your Kids Safe

Dad, Stop Worrying So Much about Keeping Your Kids Safe

LET'S TAKE A LOOK at some of the newer safety products being marketing to parents, starting with baby knee pads. What kind of fools do they take us for, that we’d be worried about this time-honored stage of babyhood? Knees were made for crawling. Unfortunately, we have entered an era that says you cannot trust yourself. Trust a product instead. Lenore Skenazy, author of Free-Range Kids: Giving Our Children the Freedom We Had Without Going Nuts with Worry, offers Free Range tips for helicopter parents. Stop hovering. Learn more on Smartman Daily. 

Let’s Take It Outside: How to Avoid Contractor Conflicts

Let’s Take It Outside: How to Avoid Contractor Conflicts

Every homeowner has a remodeling horror story-- contractor never showed up, missed deadlines, botched jobs, unexpected cost increases. Finding the right people to help with your home repairs is key to getting a quality job and good price. Marni Jameson, author of The House Always Wins, offers expert advice on how to handle contractor conflicts and avoid domestic disasters on Smartman Daily. Read more. 

14 Ways to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill

14 Ways to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill

DOES YOUR MONTHLY cell phone bill send you into shock? If you go over you minutes, start tracking your talk time. Sign up with overmyminutes.com, (a free service) and you'll receive a message letting you know when you're about to run out of minutes. Try switching to unlimited texting, picking a plan with rollover minutes or going prepaid. Plus, never use your cell phone for toll-free calls or 4-1-1. Learn more on Smartman Daily. 

How to Spend Like A Frugal Millionaire

How to Spend Like A Frugal Millionaire

TO KEEP THE economy going we need to keep spending but not waste money in the process. When it comes to spending money like a frugal millionaire, efficiency is key. Remember, shopping is not a sport. Buy used (or off lease) fuel-efficient cars, wait for off-season to acquire clothes, and purchase low-end gear that has the basic functionality of the more expensive stuff. Learn more on Smartman Daily.

Guys Guide to Getting Married

Guys Guide to Getting Married

JUST BECAUSE WE can't cure the common cold doesn't mean we can't cure the common bridezilla. The antidote is a savvy groom who preemptively addresses the elements of wedding planning that most frequently cause fights, diminish the groom's role, demonize the bride, divide families and extinguish the romance of it all. Michael Essany, author of Groomology, outlines 12 critical steps every groom should follow when planning a modern wedding. The #1 rule = Listen. Check out the rest on Smartman Daily.

Surviving In A Post-Career World

Surviving In A Post-Career World

CAREERS ARE DEAD. Not just individually, but collectively. The long, steady climb up an organizational, industrial or professional hierarchy, beginning after college and ending upon retirement, no longer exists. Now it's all about survival. We all now work in a post-career world; an unpredictable environment in which excellence leads to termination as often as success, and expertise can make job searches Herculean. The global economic crisis that struck in the Fall of 2008 may have been the tipping point, but our traditional approach to work has been on the road to extinction for decades. Stephen M. Pollan, co-author of Lifelines for Money Misfortunes: How to Overcome Life's Greatest Challenges, shares key job preservation and job hunting tactics for a post-career world. Learn more on Smartman Daily. 

Daddy Discipline

Daddy Discipline

OF COURSE THERE are no special rules for "daddy discipline". Discipline strategies work regardless of the gender of the parent. But sometimes there are advantages to having a deep voice or to being the parent who is not home all day. Karen Deerwester, author of The Entitlement-Free Child, shares 8 simple discipline rules that every father should follow on Smartman Daily. 

Keeping Your Home Safe While You're on Vacation

Keeping Your Home Safe While You're on Vacation

Planning a vacation? Keeping your home safe while you're away may be the last thing on your mind, but that lack of focus can make for a sour experience when you arrive home. Russell D. Longcore, author of Insurance Claims Secrets Revealed, shows you how to take the proper steps to burglar-proof your household. 

For example, consider hiring a housesitter, suspending newspaper deliveries, forward land line calls to your cell phone, and unplug your garage door opener before you leave. Also call the police department to let them know you will be away. More Tips @ SMARTMAN DAILY. 

Cancer Self-Defense: A Doctor with Cancer Shares His Secrets

Cancer Self-Defense: A Doctor with Cancer Shares His Secrets

"Sixteen years ago, when I was 31, my life took a sudden turn. I was an ambitious physician and neuroscience researcher who reveled in discovery and glittering science projects. Then, slipping into a brain scanner one evening in place of a subject who hadn't shown up, I was suddenly stripped of my white-coat status and thrown into the gray world of patients: That evening, I discovered that I had brain cancer."

David Servan-Schreiber, M.D., Ph.D., author of "Anticancer, A New Way of Life,"shares his personal experiences with a malignant brain tumor and explains how the combination of conventional medicine (early screenings, or chemotherapy, surgery, radiotherapy, etc.) with an anticancer way of life can result in better cancer prevention or treatment. Read more @ SMARTMAN DAILY. 

Should You Put Your College Kid to Work

Should You Put Your College Kid to Work

SOME STUDIES SHOW that students who work a maximum of 15 hours a week in college actually do better in school than peers who don't have a job. But it can backfire --conflicting schedules, poor academic performance, and higher stress levels. Also keep in mind that earning more than $4,000 a year could put a student's school and federal grant money in jeopardy. Learn more. 

How to Handle Her Raise

How to Handle Her Raise

Wife got a raise and you don't know how to handle it--consider a few tips from Smartman Daily. 

1. Don't pester her when she splurges. 

2. Don't spend along with her --getting caught up in a lifestyle you can't afford may lead to disaster. 

3. Split regular bills down the middle but keep spending money separate. 

Click here for more advice. 

5 Steps to Getting Started On Next Year's Taxes

5 Steps to Getting Started On Next Year's Taxes

NOW THAT YOU'VE finished filing your 2008 tax return, it's the perfect time to think about next year's effort. Maximize deductions, clean up your files, consolidate accounts, and adjust your withholdings. Smartman Daily has some tips and tricks for a better tax season. Click here.

Is Your Wife Feeling Neglected?

Is Your Wife Feeling Neglected?

Are you the kind of guy who focuses so much on work that you neglect your wife or girlfriend? Many men fall into this trap, and no wonder. At work you get immediate feedback and see tangible results for your efforts-- not to mention a salary. At home, not so much. Jonathan Robinson, author of Communication Miracles for Couples, suggests rating career and relationship efforts on a scale of 1 to 10. If you rate your career a nine and your love life a two, you've headed for a fall. In such a case, you might make a short-term goal to spend more time focused on your love life. Read on for intimacy-building rituals that can help save your relationship. Click here. 

6 Ways to Reach Compromises on In-Law Issues

6 Ways to Reach Compromises on In-Law Issues

MANY MARRIED COUPLES ARGUE about their in-laws. The best way to overcome any challenge in marriage is to unite as a couple and to communicate. Express your feelings and needs in a tactful, respectful way. Try to see things from your spouse’s perspective. Think outside the box and try bartering. Here's how. 

Masturbation: 5 Things You Didn't Know

Masturbation: 5 Things You Didn't Know

JUST ABOUT EVERY MAN who can masturbate does -- and why not? Solo sex feels good, relieves stress, and is a terrific sleep aid. But here are a few things you may not know about masturbation. It is safe -- but not entirely safe. Frequent or overly vigorous masturbation can irritate the skin, cause a penis fracture, or develop retarded ejaculation. While solo sex teaches men about their own sexual response and helps them avoid premature ejaculation-- some men become so obsessed with masturbation that they lose interest in having sex with their partner. Plus, it may affect the risk for prostate cancer. Learn more. 

8 Big Mistakes You Could Be Making At Work

8 Big Mistakes You Could Be Making At Work

EVERYONE KNOWS THE basic mistakes to avoid at work: no flip-flops, no swearing, no offensive downloads, and no irate E-mails. But there are plenty of other faux pas that can do harm to an employee's or manager's reputation in the office. When writing a self-appraisal show off all the terrific projects you've helmed and clients you've brought on. Listen, avoid downplaying mistakes, use your vacation time and stay away from conversations about politics. For more tips, go to Smartman Daily. ,

"Give 'Em An Allowance!"

"Give 'Em An Allowance!"

WHAT'S THE BIG deal about giving your kids allowances? Having a regular amount of their own income is the only way kids can learn to manage money. They need to be able to make mistakes when the cost is minimal. When should you start? How much should you give them and how often? Should their income be linked to house chores? The answers are at Smartman Daily. 

10 Ways to Save Money on Food Shopping

10 Ways to Save Money on Food Shopping

LOOKING FOR WAYS to save money on food shopping without sacrificing nutrition. Planning is the most important step. Take inventory of what you have on hand, create a detailed shopping list, and take into account how you plan on using leftovers. Before you plan your weekly menu, check the ads to see what’s on sale and use coupons during your shopping trip. For more tips, go to Smartman Daily. 

8 Things No One Tells You About Marriage

8 Things No One Tells You About Marriage

LET'S FACE IT, marriage isn't for the faint of heart. At times, you will look at the person lying next to you and wonder, Is this it? Forever? Going to bed mad will happen. In fact, you will sometimes wake up even madder. Plus, you will go without sex — sometimes for a long time. And that's all okay because a great marriage doesn't mean no conflict; it simply means a couple keeps trying to get it right. Learn more. 

How to Ditch Your Cable Provider Without Giving Up on TV

How to Ditch Your Cable Provider Without Giving Up on TV

People are finding ways to cut back on monthly bills. One expense stands out: cable. The average monthly cable bill in the U.S. is $58.80—more than $700 per year. If you’re just looking to get local channels, an ordinary antenna will do. What about cable? Netflix’s “Watch Instantly” offers subscribers over 12,000 movies and TV shows for a low monthly fee. Websites like CNN and ESPN post video feeds of breaking news and live sports coverage. Plus, new episodes of popular TV shows are up on network sites or hulu.com. Learn how to get Internet streaming video directly on the TV screen at Smartman Daily. 

The 'Never Specify a Salary' Myth

The 'Never Specify a Salary' Myth

DON'T BELIEVE THE the old notion about not disclosing your salary requirements in a job interview. The best time to bring up the salary topic is at the second interview. Sooner or later you're going to have to share a number-- get that number online at Payscale.com or from your own experience. Remember, you're unlikely to be tossed out of the running for your "high" salary requirement. Learn more at Smartman Daily. 

Invest in Your Sex Life

Invest in Your Sex Life

ARE MONEY PROBLEMS threatening your marriage? Take a break from your personal finances and invest in your sex life. Escape your everyday stresses by planning a romantic getaway, plan inexpensive candlelight dinners and at home massages, and visit a sex store and browse the merchandise together-- you can find fun and cheap items l for under $10. Plus, investing your time into money counseling may help save a marriage. Learn more at Smartman Daily. 

Talking with Your Daughter about Boys and Dating

Talking with Your Daughter about Boys and Dating

Have you had the talk with your teenage daughter about boys, dating, and intimacy? How about dating safety? Many fathers focus their talks on dating only on “safe sex” or abstinence. Big mistake. Odds are your daughter has heard all she needs to know on these topics at school and in the media. Your priority should be talking with your daughter about how to approach dating and intimacy. Michael Domitrz, author of "May I Kiss You?" and the creator of the "Help! My Teen is Dating" DVD, shares seven more mistakes dads make when talking to their daughters about dating. Read more at Smartman Daily. 

Check Your Retirement Calculations

Check Your Retirement Calculations

THERE ARE MANY retirement calculators available to plan for the future. But make sure you confirm the accuracy of the computations since there’s quite a bit at stake. Be skeptical about the outcome, know how the software works and who makes it, consider your alternatives, and be realistic about how uncertain any projections can be. Learn more at Smartman Daily. 

Dividing Debts in Divorce

Dividing Debts in Divorce

IN DIVORCE dividing assets isn’t nearly as difficult as dividing debts. If you signed a loan application, the lender could still require you to pay up despite the fact that your spouse is assigned the debt. Get a credit report and cancel joint credit cards.Why is that so important? Find out @ Smartman Daily.

10 Tips: How To Be A Great Stepparent

10 Tips: How To Be A Great Stepparent

THE STEPPARENT-STEPCHILD transition is not easy. Don’t expect immediate love. Allow the children to spend time alone with their mom rather than you insisting on being involved. And never criticize the absent parent. Plus, let your stepchildren to talk openly about their dad. Be their advocate. Go to sporting events, school plays and any classroom activities they invite you to attend. Again, keep in mind the respect of the biological parent. Learn more.

How to Keep Romance Awake While the Kids are Asleep

How to Keep Romance Awake While the Kids are Asleep

COUPLES GROW APART when they put romance on the backburner. To regain intimacy—without a babysitter—pick one night of the week for a "rendezvous" and make it sacred. Too exhausted for sex-- go to bed and set the alarm for midnight. Once that alarm goes off, give yourself an hour to get romantic. For more tips. Go to Smartman Daily.

Top 10 Things Wives Want From Their Husbands

Top 10 Things Wives Want From Their Husbands

WHAT DO WOMEN want from a marriage? Communication, affection, understanding, kindness, and a willingness to make time for her and your children. Tell her daily that she is loved with an unexpected hug. Hold hands when you walk together. And keep conversations interesting-- don't let them dwindle to nothing but talk about your kids, your jobs, and the weather. Learn more @ Smartman Daily. 

Telling Kids About Financial Woes

Telling Kids About Financial Woes

MONEY IS TIGHT for just about everyone these days, but do you tell your kids about it? Smartman Daily says yes. Children tend to be good at handling the truth, even when it’s bad news, so tell them. Just spare the nitty-gritty details. Need tips on keeping a positive attitude for the kids. Click here. 

Effortless Budget Cuts

Effortless Budget Cuts

Want to save without sacrificing your current lifestyle? Effortless budget cuts are the answer. Consider reducing the temperature setting on your hot water heater, dividing credit card payments, raising your car insurance deductibles, reviewing your phone plans, buying generic prescriptions and food, and unplugging your electronic devices when they are not in use. Find out how these changes will affect your wallet @ Smartman Daily. Click Here. 

Helping a Loved One With An Alcohol or Drug Problem

Helping a Loved One With An Alcohol or Drug Problem

HOW CAN YOU HELP a friend or family member overcome a drug or drinking habit? It's not easy. In fact, it's difficult even under the best of circumstances, and it's impossible if your alcohol- or drug-abusing father, mother, brother, child, lover, friend or colleague doesn't really want to recover. If you are convinced that the person you care about is addicted, then how can you be of help? Richard S. Sandor, M.D., author of Thinking Simply About Addiction: A Handbook for Recovery offers advice on how to help a loved one with an addition. Learn more. 

How to Sell On eBAY

How to Sell On eBAY

NEED A SECOND source of income? If you’re looking to earn some extra cash, selling on eBay might be the answer. 

Here are some tips:

1. Before putting an item up for auction, use advanced search tools to determine see how many similar items have been listed in recent weeks, and most importantly, how many have been sold and for how much. 

2. Squeeze all the information you can into your auction title and make sure to upload plenty of photographs to show potential buyers product conditions. 

3. Start your auction at .99 cents. Listing an item at less than $1 means your eBay fees will be at their lowest.

4. Engage in conversation with prospective buyerS - answer their questions promptly. 

5. Follow proper eBay etiquette by shipping items quickly.

Click here for more tips. 

Twitter to Find A New Job

Twitter to Find A New Job

RECENTLY LAID OFF and looking for a fresh and powerful way to reach out? Join Twitter. Start by creating a separate Twitter account for professional purposes. In the profile section, give details about your professional life and interests. Search for leaders of your industry with their own Twitter accounts and read their material --this will show you how to direct your own tweets. Keep your tweets professional. Link to interesting articles in your industry and comment on industry news. Plus, to make your tweets more searchable, tag them. Learn more. 

Why Surfing the Web Can Be Healthy for Kids

Why Surfing the Web Can Be Healthy for Kids

WITH ALL THE THREATS on the web, it can be tempting to deny your children Internet privileges. But a new study from the University of California, Berkeley and University of Southern California shows that the Internet can benefit children. Researchers found that surfing the web improved communication and mental sharpness. The Internet teaches kids how to search, socialize and navigate new technologies. Still, make sure they’re not over-doing it. Limit web time to no more than two hours a day. Learn more. 

Diving Credit Scores

Diving Credit Scores

ARE CREDIT SCORES being lowered to account for the current economy? No, but some consumers have had negative actions taken by financial institutions even though they haven't done anything wrong. The steps taken by the institutions had a chilling impact on the individuals’ FICO scores. Wise men who want to avoid unnecessary dings to their credit scores should cut back their debt positions and new purchases. Learn more @ Smartman Daily. 

How To Treat Allergies

How To Treat Allergies

SPRING IS IN THE AIR and so are allergies. Manage your child's allergies by changing air filters and vacuuming an a regular basis. Consider investing in a vacuum with a HEPA filter that traps allergens. Keep windows closed to keep pollen and allergens out. Plus, bathe your children at night-- make sure they wash their hair so they don’t go to bed with pollen in it. Learn more.

6 Unexpected Health Benefits of Sex

6 Unexpected Health Benefits of Sex

WANT ANOTHER REASON to stay under the sheets? The health benefits linked to sex is the perfect excuse. Sex reduces stress, helps with insomnia, and cures headaches. Plus, it increases brain power, heart rate, and helps fend off diseases and ailments. Learn more. 

Vacation Bargains In A Down Economy

Vacation Bargains In A Down Economy

If you’re willing to make some extra stops in your flights, travel on non-peak days, and book relatively far in advance, there are great deals in travel. The travel industry is feeling the recession pinch and you can help out while saving money on a great trip abroad. Learn more. 

How To Use Twitter Effectively

How To Use Twitter Effectively

READY TO SEND your first tweet! For the newbies, Twitter is a micro-blogging platform that enables you to broadcast short 140 character messages to friends or "followers via different mediums like IM, cellphones and the web. It can be used for personal branding, hiring, directing traffic to websites, reading news, and networking. Go to Twitter.com and click "Join for free." For best results, use your real name when signing up and upload a picture. For tips on how to send messages and follow friends go to Smartman Daily. Click here. 

How to Deal With a Defiant Teen

How to Deal With a Defiant Teen

If you're the father of a teenager, you know that confrontation is often followed by harsh words, hurt feelings, and your child storming out of the house without taking out the trash. Co-author of Your Defiant Teen: 10 Steps to Resolve Conflict and Rebuild Your Relationship, Arthur L. Robin, PhD., explains how to reestablish your authority as a parent when your teen's rebellious behavior "crosses the line." Learn more. 

Seven Life Insurance Mistakes

Seven Life Insurance Mistakes

Don't let simple life insurance errors leave you unprotected. Make sure you don't have to little. Avoid old formulas to calculate modern needs. And think of the long view. For more tips, click here. 

How to Fight Nighttime Fears

How to Fight Nighttime Fears

Is your child jumping into your bed every night? Fear of monsters or the dark is common, however, it can become a problem. Make sure you and your spouse are committed to making your kid sleep in their own bed. Then, give your child tools to help them fight their fears. Hand "No Monsters Allowed" signs or arm them with "boogeyman repellent" spray. Plus, make a chart. For every night that they sleep in their own room, give them a sticker. Once they have accumulated seven in a row, give them a reward. For more tips, click here. 

7 Secrets for Better Sex After Prostate Cancer

7 Secrets for Better Sex After Prostate Cancer

Sex after prostate cancer is just not the same as sex before prostate cancer. Let's say you've already undergone treatment, most likely one of the big three: prostatectomy, brachytherapy or radiation therapy, perhaps ADT, hormone deprivation. You've been through so much already. Now what?

Should you wait until next year to reinvent your sexuality? Absolutely not. Research shows that the sooner you begin to resume some kind of sexual activity, the more erectile function you're likely to preserve. After checking with your doctor to determine which activities are currently safe, Victoria Hallerman, author of How We Survived Prostate Cancer: What We Did and What We Should Have Done, suggests you keep a few things in mind. Learn more.

Underachieving Kids

Underachieving Kids

Is your child signed up for sports or after-school activities? Feel like they aren't giving it their all. It may be tempting to give them a hard time--after all, your investing your time and money for their benefit. However, scolding them is not the answer. Communication is key. Ask them why they aren't giving their best effort. Highlight their accomplishments. And if they insist on quitting, let them. Learn more.

10 First-time Home Buyer Mistakes

10 First-TIME Home Buyer Mistakes

Start by making a realistic budgeting plan. It's easy to underestimate expenses. Consider house payment as well as utility bills, monthly food payments, and minor details such as haircuts. Plus, include emergency expenses into your budget-- like vet bills for the family pet. Try not to fall in love with the house. This could lead to overpaying and overlooking house inspections. What else are you overlooking? What are other ways to insure financial stability? Learn more.

How to Increase Sperm Count

How to Increase Sperm Count 

Ready to make babies! Increase sperm count by avoiding caffeine, ditching fatty foods, and eliminating stress. Plus, drink lots of water. Learn more. 

10 Secrets to Overcome Sex Obstacles

10 Secrets to Overcome Sex Obstacles 

Want more sex? Time demands, job stress, and a houseful of kids can put a damper on bedroom rendezvous. Overcome Sex obstacle replacing the television set in the bedroom with some adult toys. Plus, get a babysitter and get out of the house. Change up your nightlife-- simply replace dinner with a session of miniature golf. Anything that makes the start of the evening less predictable can also change up the ending! Click here for more secrets. 

Helping Kids Overcome Fear of Failure

Helping Kids Overcome Fear of Failure

Redefine failure: They don't have to be the best; they have to try their best. And failure is not trying at all. Also share your experiences with your child. Let them know how you overcame fear and learned from your mistakes. Learn more. 

How to Make the Most of LinkedIn

How to Make the Most of LinkedIn

Want to connect with professionals in your field? Log on to LinkedIn-- it's a great networking and job-searching tool. Set up a profile and start setting up your network. Import emails, browse for old classmates, and join LinkedIn groups. Learn more. 

How to Recognize Teen Depression

How to Recognize Teen Depression

Is your teen depressed? Are they moody and irritable? Have their eating and sleeping patterns changed dramatically? Have they isolated themselves? Learn how to talk to your teen about change, stress, and their conflicting feelings.  

Find out more. 

Budgeting For College

Budgeting For College

Tuition isn't the only expense connected to higher education. Consider putting money aside for applications, college visits, and test prep materials. Once on campus, encourage your teen to get a meal plan, buy used books, and take summer classes at local community colleges. Learn more. 

Cheap Ways to Keep Kids Happy

Cheap Ways to Keep Kids Happy

Money may be tight, but fun doesn't have to be. Take advantage of the outdoors, look up free local activities, and swap toy on the Internet. Learn more. 

How To Seduce Your Pregnant Partner

How To Seduce Your Pregnant Partner

First time dad? Wondering how pregnancy will affect your sex life? Good news-- sex is safe at ALL stages of pregnancy. Bad news-- hormones, stress, and intense body changes may damper your time under the sheets. Click here for three tips on how to seduce your partner. Learn more. 

Sleep Guide For Kids

Sleep Guide For Kids 

Kids need good sleep to be healthy. Stick to a consistent bedtime ritual, invest in a nightlight, and avoid caffeine or too much TV before bed. Plus, stay firm when night time tantrums erupt. Learn more. 

Detecting Online Scams

Detecting Online Scams

Common indicators of Internet scams include a promise of huge profits in a short time frame, overuse of buzzwords or jargon, and a call for urgency such as "You must act now!" Learn more. 

Managing Materialism

Managing Materialism. 

Does your child want to buy every little thing they see? It's common for kids to take note of trendy items but curb their materialism buying showing them how to give back. Have them donate toys and make sure to compliment people for their character, instead of their things. For more advice, click here.

Workout Without Hitting the Gym

Workout Without Hitting the Gym

Real-world fitness-- lifting grocery bags or walking to the bus stop-- are cheaper and easier to incorporate into you daily life. So consider taking the stairs instead of the elevator and taking steps two at a time. Schedule "walking meetings" and stand while checking emails-- it burns 3xs the calories than sitting. Learn more. 

Stress Relief for Kids

Stress Relief for Kids

Is your child having trouble sleeping? Are they spacey or behaving oddly? It may be STRESS. To alleviate anxiety use bubbles to control breathing, boost feelings of well-being with music, or simply hold your kid's hand to make them feel secure. Learn more. 

7 Things Your Wasting Money On

7 Things Your Wasting Money On

Think twice before you buy. Make sure you're tapping into all of the discounts available to you. And don't throw away cash on bottled water, organic produce, extended warranties, gym memberships, etc. To save, click here.  

Slow Pokes and Procrastinators: Teaching Kids Time-Management Skills

Teaching Kids Time-Management Skills

"Hey dad, I'll get to it later..." How many times have we heard that one? And before you know it, "later" is here, and your child's promise is broken. Scolding or nagging is unlikely to help. Teach kids time-management skills. For helpful ideas from author of award-winning book, Thinking Organized for Parents and Children, Rhona Gordon, CLICK HERE. 

Ways To Make Social Media Work For You

Ways To Make Social Media Work For You

Addicted to Facebook, MySpace, or Twitter?? Make social media work for you on the job. Use to to communicate, collaborate, and get feedback from a large number of previously unreachable people. Learn more. 

Two Big Mistakes Dads Make When Disciplining Kids

Two Big Mistakes Dads Make When Disciplining Kids

What are the biggest mistakes dads make when disciplining their children. There are two: (1) too much talking and (2) too much emotion. Dr. Thomas Phelan, Clinical Psychologist and author of 1-2-3- Magic and Surviving Adolescents explains why too many "FEELINGS" can interfere with parenting. For exclusive content, click here. 

How Savers Could Doom the Economy

How Savers Could Doom the Economy

We need retail therapy. The economic strategies in place assume that people who can spend WILL and that as things get better for everyone, we'll all SPEND. However, if Smart Guys are saving and only opening their wallets to the essentials -- better times may not be in our future. Learn more.

Cheating Children?

Cheating Children?

Have you noticed cheating patterns with your kids? If they are in early elementary school, this behavior is actually a normal form of experimentation. If the habit continues with age, it may be a problem. Here's how to fight the bad habit. 

Five Tricks to Stop Fighting With Your Wife

Five Tricks to Stop Fighting With Your Wife

Ever had nasty, screaming arguments with your wife or girlfriend? Of course, you have. If you never want to go there again, psychotherapist and author, Jonathan Robinson's fighting strategies will HELP. Click here. 

Blog Your Way Into A New Job

Blog Your Way Into A New Job

Competition is fierce in the current job market. Start a blog to make yourself stand out. It will impress hiring managers and show your enthusiasm for the field. Click here for blogging tips. 

How to Sleep Right, Tonight

How to Sleep Right, Tonight

Can't sleep? Waking up at odd hours? It's probably the stress. We are overloaded, overstimulated, and overwhelming our bodies ability to relax. Take 15 minutest to practice breathing exercises and stretch. And start a bedtime ritual. Learn more. 

Is Your Financial Advisor Up To The Challenge?

Is Your Financial Advisor Up To The Challenge

Worried that your financial planner isn't trained for this market. Dump an advisor who doesn't tell you if your portfolio is too risky. However, if your consultant touches base about your current investments and future plans -- consider staying on board. Learn more. 

Buying the Best Baby Monitor

Buying the Best Baby Monitor

There's an  abundance of baby monitors on the market. And choosing the right one for you can be confusing. Consider the level of surveillance you want. Minimize interference with other wireless devices by picking a different frequency band. For more advice, click here. 

Tips For Making A Long Distance Marriage Work

Tips For Making A Long Distance Marriage Work

Like in any relationship, you need trust and communication to survive a long distance marriage. Try to answer emails and phone calls promptly. Make online dates. And keep your partner updated on business plans and daily events ---don't forget to ask for advice too. Learn more. 

How to Handle Teacher Trouble

How to Handle Teacher Trouble

Is your child coming home with complaints about their teacher? Listen and take notes. Approach a meeting as someone asking for help with a problem. Avoid accusations. For more tips, click here. 

Good News for College Financing

Good New for College Financing

Having trouble with high tuition costs. Good news! Recent legislation makes more people eligible for grants, work study programs, and loans. Learn more. 

How to Save Your Marriage After Cheating

How To Save Your Marriage After Cheating

So...you've had an affair and now your partner knows. Maybe you told her. Maybe she found out on her own or from someone else. In any case, you don't want your marriage to end. What to do? Douglas K. Snyder, PhD professor at Texas A&M University and co-author of Getting Past the Affair: A Program to Help You Cope, Heal, and Move On - Together or Apart has some tips to help you and your wife move on. Learn more.

TV Has No Effect On Babies

TV Has No Effect On Babies

WITH THE EXPLOSION of TV programs aimed at babies, parents are growing concerned. Should they allow infants to watch television? Will it cause irreversible harm? A new study has the results. Learn more.

Foods for Your Manhood

Foods for Your Manhood

Eat your way to better sex. To improve performance in the bedroom consider visiting the supermarket. For healthier sperm, eat your greens. Boost your sex drive with mineral zinc. And fill up on an amino acid, known as L-Arginine, for better erections. Click here for your sex meal plan.

Kid Tested, Dad Approved: Buying A Family-Friendly Car

Kid Tested, Dad Approved: Buying A Family-Friendly Car

Thinking of purchasing a new vehicle suitable for your family? Consider cargo space, family size, fuel efficiency, safety features, and weather conditions in your area before making a decision. Learn more.

How to Do Twice the Work in Half the Time

How to Do Twice the Work in Half the Time

We are all looking to get more done in less time, especially at work. Brainstorm. Eliminate distractions. And work during quiet periods. Here are some tips.

Stimulus Winners Are Green-- And Not Just With Cash

Stimulus Winners Are Green-- And Not Just With Cash

The economic stimulus has one clear winner-- GREEN. Many projects that were put on hold as capital dried up, meet the "shovel ready" and "green" requirements? Find out more.

How to Talk to Teens About Drugs

How to Talk to Teens About Drugs

Build an ongoing dialogue with your teens about drugs. Start by referencing TV reports or school discussion. Listen. Encourage questions. And stay calm. Learn more.

How to Shop for Student Loans

How to Shop for Student Loans

LOOKING FOR SAVVY ways to finance your education? Then it's time to go shopping! Start with federal loans. And beware of private loans -- you won't always get the lender's lowest advertised rate. For a broad comparison of rates, go to FinAid.org. For more tips, click here.

20 Tips for Mealtime Struggles

20 Tips for Mealtime Struggles

Dealing with a picky eater? You can't force your child to eat things they don't want -- so stop trying. Simply offer them nutritious, varied foods, and eat them yourself. Avoid serving juice and snacks for at least one hour before meals. Plus, make it fun. Learn more.

Why You Shouldn't Watch TV News with Your Child

Why You Shouldn't Watch TV News with Your Child

Television may seem like a good thing: kids can learn the alphabet while you catch up on current events. But recent studies show that children have higher fright responses to real violence on newscasts compared to fictional shows. Learn more.

How to Talk to Your Wife About Sex

How to Talk to Your Wife About Sex

Interested in having better sex with your wife? Conversation is key. However, avoid a potential fight with a few helpful tips. Click here.

Five Tips to Manage A Bad Boss

Five Tips to Manage A Bad Boss

Bad bosses can't be ignored. Always keep your cool. Avoid office gossip. Try communicating through writing. And contact human resources as a last resort. For more tips. 

How to Stay Fit and Healthy in Hard Times

How to Stay Fit and Healthy in Hard Times

Start by taking brisk walks or runs. If you can't afford a gym membership, head to the library for exercise videos. Plus stay away from inexpensive junk food. Instead, stock the fridge with frozen veggies and fruits-- they cost less. Click for more tips. 

How to Be A Better Parent

How to Be A Better Parent

Practice good parenting by talking to your kids and including them in your life. Start up conversations. Make eye contact. And listen actively. Plus, get involved. Learn more. 

Baby Meals: Three Habits to Avoid

Baby Meals: Three Habits to Avoid

Parents are always trying to save time and money. But shortcuts that sneak into your baby's meal time can put them at risk. Learn more.

How to Care for Your Sick Child

How to Care for Your Sick Child

Children catch around 10 infections each year. To help your sick child feel better fast make eating healthy, exercising, and getting sleep a priority. Plus, take your child in for regular checkups and vaccines. Learn more.

Tech Tricks for the Unemployed

Tech Tricks for the Unemployed

Been laid off? It's time for a few lifestyle tweaks that will help you save during the recession. First, start with your cable. Cancel it. You can watch your favorite shows for free on the Internet. For more tips. Click here.

How a Bad Economy Can Be Good for Your Marriage

How a Bad Economy Can Be Good for Your Marriage

Tough financial times can put a strain on a relationship but it is possible to play the recession to your advantage. Dr. Scott Haltzman provides men with tips on how to keep the peace within a marriage in 5 easy steps. Learn more.

Six Steps to Cure Insomnia

Six Steps to Cure Insomnia

Find yourself fighting insomnia? To improve sleeping habits comfort is essential. Find out how your mattress, sheets, comforter, and pillow can lead to a night of restless slumber. Click here. 

How to Inspire Workers in Tough Times

How to Inspire Workers in Tough Times

Master motivators can help employees stay emotionally connected to their work throughout the recession. Connect with them on an emotional level and capitalize on local sources of pride. Learn more. 

Three Tips on Car Seat Safety

Three Tips on Car Seat Safety

As a parent you spend a lot of time in the car. To keep your child safe location is important. The safest place for a child is in the rear-center seat. Also keep car seats away from elevated or soft surfaces. Click here for more. 

How to Be An Involved Dad

How to Be An Involved Dad

Moms aren't the only ones expected to care for their children. Dads are getting more INVOLVED. This means being supportive, taking an interest, and making your child a priority. For more tips. 

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Should YOU Be Taking a Statin?

Should YOU Be Taking a Statin?

There has been a lot of buzz about cholesterol--and cholesterol-lowering drugs. In fact, the latest research suggests that men can benefit from the statin. So should you be taking a pill? It depends. 

Use Technology to Market Your Startup

Use Technology to Market Your Startup

Technology is available to help small businesses market their brand on the cheap. Save money by eliminating expensive websites and printing your own business cards. For more advice. 

Tummy Time Buzz. What's with all the hype?

Tummy Time Buzz. What's with all the hype?

The new parenting buzz word is tummy time. It's important for babies to spend time on their bellies otherwise they can face delays in their development of motor skills. How can you avoid problems? Find out. 

How to Bounce Back After Being Laid Off

How to Bounce Back After Being Laid Off

To stay afloat in this economic climate, you need to manage fear. Don't ignore warning signs about your job. Acknowledge them and take control. Get finances in order, brush up on your job search skills, and network. For more tips - click here. 

Healthy Habits, Healthy Marriages

Healthy Habits, Healthy Marriages

Healthy living is a win-win choice for married couples. Working out helps lift your mood, improve sex, and diffuse stress. Learn more. 

Have American Teenagers Gone Wild?

Have American Teens Gone Wild?

You've heard all the headlines about rising teenage promiscuity, but great news – it isn’t so bad! The reality is that today’s teenagers are more conservative about sex than previous generations. Recent surveys dish out the facts. Click here.

Diversification Eases Stock Losses -- But Can't Stop Them

Diversification Eases Stock Losses -- But Can't Stop Them

You diversified your portfolio, spread your risk between U.S. and international stocks, and bought into high-quality and low-quality bonds. But you still got stomped. Is it time to re-think diversification strategies? Find out.

How to Boost Your Child's Confidence

How to Boost Your Child's Confidence

Helping a child to gain confidence is essential to his mental, emotional and social health. Start with compliments. Encourage your kid to socialize and explore their talents. Set boundaries. And always take the time to listen. More tips here.

Communication Issues: It's Not Just A Guy Thing

Communication Issues: It's Not Just A Guy Thing

Most problems in male-female relationships stem from a lack of communication. Learn to speak without blame. Turn complaints into requests. And try to focus on the positive aspects of your relationship. Read more.