December 2011
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December 2011
You Can Do Better: Improve Your Diet, Fitness and Health I.Q. Instantly
Categories: Train
Did you know spices can increase the likelihood of sticking to a healthy diet? And that research has shown chocolate milk has an important role in your fitness plan? Natural bodybuilder and certified strength and conditioning specialist Brad Borland has more.
December 2011
Man in the Arena: The Rise of Critics in Every Creative Journey
Categories: Live
No matter what type of project you embark on, so-called “haters” will always show themselves offering unproductive criticism. As it turns out, they’re only as prominent as you make them.
December 2011
The Getup: The Company Christmas Party
Categories: Spend
The company Christmas party is one of the few events that allows you to talk to anyone from the intern to the president. Make a good impression with everyone by looking smart, not over-done.
December 2011
Amazon Prime Has Completely Changed the Way I Buy Everything
Categories: Learn, Spend
Shipping charges really add up when buying things off the internet, with Amazon Prime most items get free 2 Day delivery. But that’s not the only benefit the service offers.
December 2011
A Value Knock-Out: The Apartment Friendly Punching Bag Solution
Categories: Train
Think a small living space stands between you and a literally kick-ass punching bag workout? Think again, with this smart, compact solution.
December 2011
5 Tricks for Being a Pro at Business Calls
Categories: Earn
Our generation hates talking on the phone. Hell, we don’t even answer it if we don’t know the number. But being able to successfully handle business on the telephone is integral to career success. We’ve got 5 beginner’s tricks for coming out on top.
December 2011
The Primer Gift Guide for Guys
Categories: Spend
Coming up with gift ideas in realistic price ranges is surprisingly difficult. We make it easy.
November 2011
A Guide to Wine Vintages
Categories: Learn
“Aged liked a fine wine,” is a popular adage, but not all wine gets better with age, and the best wines aren’t all old. No need to be embarrassed when you’re drinking that fine bottle of 2009 vino, we break the concept of wine vintages down in our practical guide.
November 2011
November’s Damn Good Read: To End All Wars: A Story of Loyalty and Rebellion, 1914-1918
Categories: Learn, Spend
The intricacies of World War II are often discussed, but those of The Great War before it seem to be left only to historians, including a large, divisive protest movement, egotistic imperialism around the world, and the definition of patriotism. Their importance is fully captured, along with the players behind them, in this month’s Damn Good Reads.
November 2011
3 Interview Getups PLUS Enter to Win an iPhone 4s & $200 American Express Gift Card!
Categories: Spend
Look the part at your interviews with one of these three Getups that cover casual, smart casual, and business offices. We’re pitching in to help one lucky reader by giving away an iPhone 4s and a $200 American Express gift card.
November 2011
The Getup: Thanksgiving Day
Categories: Spend
Whether you’re sampling your mom’s mashed potatoes or you’re meeting your girlfriend’s extended family, this versatile getup keeps you sharp and casual, no matter the event on turkey day.
November 2011
The Getup: Rugged Casual
Categories: Spend
Dressing comfortably doesn’t mean you have to wear t-shirts, and dressing casually doesn’t have to be a button up shirt. Feel as good as you’ll look with this ruggedly handsome getup.
November 2011
A Visual Guide to the Common Glasses of Wine, Spirits, Beer and Cocktails
Categories: Learn, Spend
This glass for this type of drink, that glass for something else: it can all be hard to keep track of. Check out our visual guide to the common types of glasses for wine, beer, spirits and cocktails.
November 2011
Trainer Trouble: Choosing the Right Personal Trainer for Your Specific Goals
Categories: Train
One of the best ways to achieve your fitness goals is to work with a trainer who will push and coach you. The problem is, many gyms have loose hiring requirements and you may end up with a salesman, not a personal trainer. Natural bodybuilder Brad Borland from Workout Lab shows us how to do it right.
November 2011
What Every Man Should Know About Flowers and How to Exploit it for Personal Gain
Categories: Learn, Love
People like to joke how complicated women are, yet the right flowers at the right time can melt even the most intricate woman. We’ll show you how, what to look for, and where to get a bouquet for less than what you blow on lunch.
November 2011
The Power of AND: Coke Zero’s Unintentional Positive Productivity Reminder
Categories: Live
November 2011
Dress Better Instantly! Dark, Straight Leg Jeans
Categories: Spend
Ditch the wide legs and bleached whiskers. Wearing dark jeans in a straight leg fit will make you look more polished, whether you’re having a beer with your pals, or talking raises with your boss.
November 2011
Enter to Win a Piranha Tool by PocketToolX!
Categories: Spend
This tiny tool, no bigger than a business card holder, has 12 wrenches and a slew of other tools perfect for stashing in your bag to make sure you’ve always got the right tool for the job – and we’re giving one away.