How to Remove Pet Stains and Odors

culled from:humanesociety.org You know how it goes: Your pet decides that your new carpet's the perfect place to relieve himself. Or perhaps you walk into your bedroom and catch a whiff of something like amonia, or worse. You're struck with visions of cleaning and cleaning but never getting rid of the stain and smell. And even if you do manage a thorough clean-up, you worry that your pet...

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10 Hair Terms Every Woman Should Know

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com Not knowing the language hairstylists speak can result in stressful trips to the salon, not to mention terrible haircuts. To help you communicate with your stylist and get the best cut ever, we've deciphered the most common salon jargon. 1. LayersEvery cut falls under three categories: layered, one-length, or a combination of both, says celebrity hairstylist...

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9 Ways Your Hair Is Aging You

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com 1. It's way too long.Über-long hair is a tough look for over-40 women. "I call it the '1661' — a woman's long hair makes her look 16 from the back, but from the front you see she is actually nearing retirement age," says Pantene celebrity hairstylist Danilo. A universally flattering length: to the collarbone. "A cut that grazes the collar and has face-framing...

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The Best Way to Speed-Dry Your Hair

culled from:.goodhousekeeping.com Step #1: Let it air dry a bit. Smoothing out hair that's about 30% dry is faster than tackling it sopping wet, says Alli Webb, cofounder of Los Angeles-based Drybar. So gently towel-dry — or even better, a T-shirt, which will help prevent frizz — apply a lotion or serum (see step #2), comb, and let hair air out for 10 minutes. In the meantime, you can...

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The Low-Effort Way to Make Your Workout Easier

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com Pushing yourself at the gym is hard. Just five minutes in, and we're ready to give up. And we know we're not alone. Well, it turns out all you have to do is change your attitude and you'll get better results. According to a study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, giving yourself a self-motivational pep talk can help you exercise harder...

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5 Simple Questions Successful People Ask Themselves Every Day

culled from:http://www.success.com Last month’s SUCCESS.com article on 10 things successful people never do again reminded me of Steve Jobs’ often-quoted philosophy about the importance of questioning yourself. “If today were the last day of my life, would I do what I’m about to do today?” It’s true: The most successful people have the ability to objectively evaluate themselves on a regular basis—their...

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3 Moves for Flab-Free Arms

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com Turkey is always top of mind for trainer La's fancy clientele, and not the delicious golden bird you eat on Thanksgiving. Nope — women flock to her for help with "turkey wings," a.k.a. pesky arm-jiggle. This set of smart, effective exercises designed by La will help firm triceps and biceps, and burn any fat that's hiding your hard work. For best results, do...

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Get a Workout While You Watch TV

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How to Turn Coffee into a Career-Boosting Connection

culled from:success.com In my book Make Waves: Be the One to Start Change at Work and in Life, I share that Wave Makers (people who started a change in their organizations, communities or the marketplace) have Idea Partners. These are people around them who help shape their plans, influence their direction and tell them what they don’t know or can’t see. Idea Partners help them learn.That learning...

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The Secret Power Of Introverts

culled from:forbes.com If you had to guess, what would you say investor Warren Buffett and civil rights activist Rosa Parks had in common? How about Charles Darwin, Al Gore, J.K. Rowling, Albert Einstein, Mahatma Gandhi and Google’s Larry Page? They are icons. They are leaders. And they are introverts. Despite the corporate world’s insistence on brazen confidence–Speak up! Promote yourself!...

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Get Fit Fast With This No-Gym Workout

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com You need: A pair of three- to eight-pound weights (yoga mat optional). Step #1: Do 2 sets of these moves in order, three days a week on alternate days. Step #2: Add 10 to 20 minutes of your favorite cardio at least twice a week. Move #1: The Skier Swing What it works: You glutes, hamstrings, and hips. Stand with feet hip-width apart,...

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How to Lose 2 Inches in 2 Weeks

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com The Plan When it comes to weight loss, following a healthy diet is only the beginning. Cardio and strength exercises are crucial, which is why we've created a plan to help you get started. Three times a week, do the six-exercise workout outlined here. This will build up the muscles most responsible for fat burning, and banish belly fat. Do each exercise...

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How To Speak With Authority

culled from:forbes.com “Women are the majority of the population but still a minority voice,” says Christine Jahnke, a speech coach and the author of The Well-Spoken Woman. She’s worked with some of the most powerful women in the nation, advising Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign and Michelle Obama’s first international speech, to help them command authority in any setting. While Jahnke’s...

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10 Business Success Tips for Young Entrepreneurs

culled from:about.com Some of the world's most famous and profitable businesses were started by students. Microsoft began in Bill Gates' Harvard dorm room, Google got its start on the Stanford campus as the computer science project of doctoral students Sergey Brin and Larry Page and thousands of other student companies thrive in every industry. Even if you're not aiming to be another Bill...

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5 Mistakes You Make Buying Sneakers

culled from:.goodhousekeeping.com Whether you're planning your first 5K or like to go on nature walks, there's a sneaker for you. But the process of finding the right pair can be daunting. Besides fit and quality, most of us also want shoes that look good, which means you really have to do your research before hitting the stores. So we talked to a few experts to find out what missteps you...

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5 Reasons You Need to Start Strength Training Now

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com 1. Boost your memory.Lifting for just 20 minutes may improve memory by 10%, found a new study from Georgia Tech. Researchers think temporarily stressing muscles using bags, dumbbells, machines, or your own body weight releases hormones that benefit memory. So strength training right after trying to memorize something could make you more likely to retain...

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7 Simple Stretches That Banish Back Pain

culled from:goodhousekeeping.com The Basics If the phrase "Ouch, my back!" is a regular part of your life, you're not alone: 65 million Americans suffer from low back pain. To feel better, try this routine from Gerard Girasole, MD, a spine surgeon, and Cara Hartman, CPT, authors of the book, The 7-Minute Back Pain Solution. Each of these stretches works your core muscles, which support...

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