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March 6, 2018

How to Write a Press Release that Gets Published

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If you’re looking to get media coverage for your business, being able to write an effective press release is an essential skill. If you’re going to get the attention of writers and editors whose inboxes are constantly jammed, your copy needs to offer something the others don’t.


Here are a few things to consider when crafting your next press release.


Is it really news?

If your story isn’t newsworthy, it isn’t going to get published. A great press release is one that contains something readers won’t have heard before; something new, exclusive or unusual.


One thing you should really ask yourself when generating ideas for press releases is: will anybody care? Think about what interests you in the news, look at the headlines your target publications are sharing. Is this idea really interesting, or is it only interesting to people within your business? If your answer is the latter, hold fire until something better comes up.


It’s important to remember that different publications usually represent different viewpoints, so what feels like a great idea for The Guardian might not fit so well on the Daily Mail, and vice versa. It may be that you have an exclusive announcement that will be of interest to everyone. If that’s the case make sure you send different versions of your release, edited to suit each publisher’s angle.


What’s the hook?

You’ve decided that your idea is newsworthy. Great! So what’s the hook? You’re going to need a killer headline, followed by an opening paragraph that contains the key whos, whats, wheres and whys journalists are looking for.


Maybe you’ve got some data from a new piece of research that hasn’t been published before, showing an unexpected statistic. Perhaps there’s a pop culture anniversary on the horizon and you’ve found a brilliant human interest story that ties in with it.


Whatever the hook is, make it clear right from the start. Your press releases are going into the busy inboxes of busy people and if the story isn’t obvious in the opening sentences it’s likely the rest of your work won’t get read at all.


Writing guide


Only include quotes that add value

Any quotes you include should offer fresh insight, and should be succinct. Keep the majority of the information as part of the body of your text and leave the quote itself for human insight. Try to filter out any technical language that might not be understood by people from outside the industry.


If you’re unable to get an original, exclusive quote for your piece, it’s worth digging to find existing quotes you can reference that haven’t been widely distributed before. Quotes can form tag lines and pull-out bold copy and offer journalists a way to break a story into natural sections, as well as being an easy way to back up your claims.


If you’re writing a human interest piece it’s important to confirm that your subject is happy to be contacted for further comment by anyone who does decide to run with the story.


Stick to the point

It’s really important to keep a clear focus and not indulge in excessive wording. Press releases should only be 300-400 words long, and can be broken up with subheadings and bullet points to help key figures and statistics stand out.


One common rookie error is to include an introduction to the company the release is coming from at the start of the piece. This is guaranteed to stop anyone from reading on. If you’re going to include a company bio it’s best to do so after you’ve told your story, in a separate section below the text.


When it comes to the layout of your release, stick to the ‘inverted pyramid’:


Inverted pyramid



The big news comes first. Your opening paragraph should only be a couple of sentences long, and should explain exactly what your story is about and what your findings are.
Next up is context. Why is this story important and why should people care about it? Here, you can tell the tale in more detail.
Finally, further information. Include quotes and background details. By this point in your press release, the who, what, where, when and why should all be ticked off.

Take the same care with your outreach emails

You could write the most fascinating press release there ever was, but it won’t go anywhere if you send it out with a boring or badly-written outreach email. Your email should be no more than two short paragraphs long. Like your release, the hook needs to be apparent as soon as it’s opened.


Bear in mind that many of the recipients could be viewing your email on their mobiles, and think about how your subject line and opening sentence will look on a small screen. Do they know what the hook is? Are they likely to read on?


If you’re confident they’ll open your email, get straight to the point once they have. Consider putting the headline or focus statistic/story element in bold so that it’s immediately visible, and bullet point any key information that you think will grab attention.


Key points to remember

Find a story that is new, exclusive or unusual
Know the hook, and make it clear
Use quotes for insight, not information
Keep the content succinct
Be prepared to adapt releases to suit different publications
Refer to all of the above when writing your outreach emails, too

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Published on March 06, 2018 21:51

How the Year of the Tactile Internet May Impact Business

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When you hear the term “internet” you probably think of the word in terms of what it can do. For example, how the global computer network allows your company to offer an online store that reaches customers across the country, as well as how it has led to the explosion of social media. As it turns out, the internet has had a number of specific variations over the years — from the mobile internet that focused on connecting people to the internet of things (IoT) that allows the exchange of data and info from devices.


Now, we have a new type of internet to get to know: the tactile internet. To understand how 2018 is considered to be the Year of the Tactile Internet  and how it can impact businesses and industries, let’s start by looking at the definition of this new form of internet.


Tactile Internet, Explained

The tactile internet is an internet network that combines a low latency, super short transit, high reliability and availability along with a high level of security. When it is combined with virtual or augmented reality for sensory or haptic (physical sensation) controls, the tactile internet can reduce reaction times to the millisecond. It can also influence the simulation of movements, as in the case of telesurgery and other uses. It will encompass human-to-machine and machine-to-machine interaction, and it will revolutionize the way certain tasks can be performed.


As for how the tactile internet will have an impact on certain business trends, products and services, consider the following examples.


Tactile Internet Meets 5G Technology

The upcoming launch of 5G wireless technology will have a big impact on the tactile internet. 5G is the 5th generation mobile network that will help interconnect people as well as connect and control machines, objects and devices. Thanks to 5G wireless capabilities, smart devices will be linked in real time and will offer tactile and haptic feedback to both customers, and the professionals that are serving them. To stay up to date with this emerging technology, business owners can budget for mobile devices with 5G wireless technology when they are released.


Tactical Internet’s Role in Medicine and More

A fascinating way that the tactile internet will have a tangible impact on people is through its use in medicine. By providing the aforementioned haptic feedback and delivering physical touch sensations in real time, as well as its high-speed connections, it will be quite plausible for a surgeon to move a robotic hand halfway across the world. More specifically, the low round-trip latency of 1millisecond that is part of the tactile internet will eliminate wait times as a physician deftly performs the remote surgical procedure. To expand on this idea a bit more, the immediate reaction times that the tactile internet will provide between humans and machines may replace the need for a hairdresser to be standing next to you in a salon cutting your hair, or a pilot to be present on an aircraft.


As time goes on, it will be fascinating to see how the tactile internet will impact more industries and services in addition to the ones mentioned above. The boundaries between the real world and the virtual world will blur, and thanks to the advent of 5G technology, our devices will be linked in real time.


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Published on March 06, 2018 21:24

March 5, 2018

Get Connected: 3 Reasons People are Flocking to Final Fantasy for Their Gaming Fun

Final Fantasy 15


Gaming is fun. Not for a specific age group, but for everyone. If you have owned a Smartphone or Play Station before, then there is a possibility you understand how amazing it is to have a game in your gadget everywhere you go. For the lovers of the Final Fantasy 15, taking an adventure to the unknown is something they are accustomed to. If you are wondering what the fuse with Final Fantasy 15 is all about, here is what you need to know.


It Is Easy To Play

If you have never played the FFXV before, you don’t need to worry. Part of the reason why people are flocking to it is the fact that it is easy to play. If you are a person who does not prefer going through the tutorials, you don’t need to worry. Veterans of the Final Fantasy 15 will pick up on the commonalities of the series, but prior knowledge of the game is not a requirement.


If you want to join Final Fantasy 15 and do not have the experience of playing it, you may opt for the optional tutorials. This will make things clearer for you, but people who love adrenaline rush will quickly get the hang of it within the shortest time possible. The tutorials provide so much information about it, and the core game introduces the basics at a leisurely pace.


 Avatars and Sound

The graphics of the Final Fantasy 15 are quite real and make it a more realistic game. If you love to triumph, then you need to have this game with you. People enjoy playing FFXV because it is fully packed with actions. It is like a movie, but the only difference is that you are in it! Above and beyond other games, the dialogue between the central cast makes the game engaging, fun, and incredibly charming.


Epic Bromance

The Final Fantasy series in the past have featured characters that came together as a result of fate so they could save the planet. Some of these characters turned out to be amazing friends and lovers although they began as strangers.  For the Final Fantasy 15, the characters have become accustomed to each other and are now a family.


The bond between these characters can be felt through the random dialogue as the game progresses. As you play the game, you hear at some instances the four characters remark about their situations and tell inside jokes which you may not be privy to. It may appear as irrelevant at first, but those who understand the game know what impact these conversations have and the kind of emotions they evoke. The relationship between the characters is arguably what most people look out for when they play the Final Fantasy 15.


If you have never played the Final Fantasy 15 before, it’s high time you get it. Ignoring this game because of pre-conceived ideas will deny you an opportunity to experience an adrenaline rush of a kind. This game is the triumph and highlight of this generation!


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Published on March 05, 2018 03:51

March 4, 2018

How to Be a Good Board Chair

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A significant and impactful, intense impact on the executive directors (ED) is must and this is done by Board Chairs. These board chairs are great and well experienced leaders. They impact their board as a whole and the industry or the organization for which they provide service. Every Board Chair member has one thing in common and that thing is intentionally as they all are aware of their role and always wants to energize their role of chair. They provide different challenge to their service board which led to the greater purpose and eventually success. Not only a single person is appointed as a leader but many leaders are present around the same table to take part in this role of chair. This board chair position is responsible for good governance and to create dynamic relationships and challenges and also to handle various responsibilities. Various steps are there to be a good Board Chair and some of them a mentioned below:



Build and maintain the RIGHT Board: Chair takes the responsibility of coming together and makes decisions. All this is done without interfering into the strategies of the organization. This chair builds the board into an effective and efficient team that is willing to manage and deal with major crises. This should be done without any negative affecting of the business execution.
Own and adhere to a clear agenda: If a person is in this position of chair then he or she should take the responsibility to remain interactive. They should meet each and every important people of the organization. These important people include the CEO and also the executive directors (ED) and should entertain them in each and every meeting held in the organization. From these meeting the proper input and output should be analyzed and then must be announced among the members. It is the chair who is responsible for the final sign off.
The Board Chair Should also mentor the CEO: it is the responsibility of the chair to provide the CEO or ED with proper guidance. Effective communication skills must be analyzed and it should be kept in mind to not to be complacent with the CEO. Members should feel comfortable in reaching for the clarification if any needed.

With these step, the one and only most important thing is to keep the transparency on with you directors and always aim to be in full potential in encouraging your boardroom being a respected Chair.


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Published on March 04, 2018 21:58

March 1, 2018

5 Key Things to Evaluate Before Investing in Websites

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Are you considering website investing? How about setting clear acquisition criteria? You better have one or you’re gone.


If you have been looking for an online business for sale, now is the right time to do some due diligence to drill down a bit deeper and see if the investment is worth doing.


For the past few years, at BlackBook Investments, we have repeatedly advocated doing your due diligence. Irrespective of how appealing a digital asset looks from the outside, a thorough review and comprehensive analysis of the business and the market in which it operates should be the way to go to determine whether or not it is a solid investment.


Below are some key things to evaluate before making an investment in a website.


Market

Understanding the practices that are used to value websites and digital assets holds the key.  It will allow you to figure out if the asset you’re investing in is actually undervalued or overvalued. Moreover, figuring out the things (especially the common multiples) different types of online businesses get is also important. For instance, SaaS based online business models often end up getting higher multiples than say, advertising and affiliate sites.


Another risk-free way to invest in websites is to understand the market it operates in. By investing in a market you know, you can make a better projection of the potential success of the venture. It makes it easier to figure what’s going on in the market, work out the things working for and against the business, and see what sort of competitive edge the online business has been able to establish to keep competitors at bay.


Keep in mind that investing in a fiercely competitive market experiencing a slowdown means that the market value of your business is all set to shrink with time.


Things to Ponder

Am I really eager to enter the market of this website?


Am I well placed with the degree of risk inherent in a website operating in this market? Do I even recognize what the risks are?

Website

Investing in a website is a lot like buying a house or a car.  You start by looking around, and then when you find something interesting that’s worth pursuing, you dig a little deeper and start doing your due diligence.


There are many such things to think about, it’s important to figure out if you are a good fit for the website you want to invest in. It’s also important to make sure that the digital asset has a scalable business model so that it can grow to a degree in which you will recoup your investment as well as make projected returns.


In addition, there are a few key questions that you need to ask yourself when evaluating the value and future potential of a website.


Things to Ponder

What kind of a work commitment does it take to maintain the website let alone grow it?


Would it be economically viable to source out work at an affordable cost?


Is there anything to dislike about the products and services that the website promotes, its partners, the seller or the website itself?

Monetization Strategy

When it comes to website investing, it is the first dollar that matters. There is absolutely no point to investing in a website that cannot financially sustain itself so a solid monetization strategy is key.


As a website investor, you need to have a clear idea of the monetization strategy that works best for you.  There are quite a few ways to monetize your website, and the niche/market, traffic sources, traffic volume, target audience, and visitor behavior will all determine which options are the best fit for the website you’re looking to invest in.


Whatever you’re intending to do with the website, make sure you don’t try all options at once. Give it some time to find out what works best for you and your target audience.


Things to Ponder

Am I completely aware of how this website earns its revenue?


How much work is required to keep up or increase the earnings of the website?


Which monetization strategy could best fit my skill level, risk appetite and time requirement?

Traffic

Online businesses simply don’t bring in the money without a good amount of traffic, just like traditional businesses don’t make money without customers.


As a buyer, you need to understand where the traffic is coming from. You need to find out whether the traffic sources are likely to increase, shrink or remain stable over time. In addition, it is a very good practice to compare traffic to revenue because both these factors often work together and have a good degree of correlation.


Things to Ponder

What is the volume of traffic from each source? Are the figures accurate?


Are the traffic sources well diversified?


How much effort is necessary to keep the current traffic coming?


Is there an opportunity to generate more traffic to the website by engaging with the target audience directly?

Financials

It helps to validate the accuracy of the income statement, cash flow statement thoroughly during the due diligence process so as to avoid any embarrassment later. Drill into the revenue history and look for any specific trends (seasonality) and make sure that the number of revenue streams is fairly encouraging. It is also important to pay attention to and pose questions about the direct and indirect costs linked to running the business.


If there is any dip in the performance of the main source, it could be due to a fundamental issue with the online business. If there are some costs that seem to have been omitted, figure out why the seller has decided to leave it out.


Generally speaking, traffic and financials should be analyzed together with the income statement. That way, you can pick up the trends and see how traffic and financials track together. If traffic is on the rise, but financials are stable or plummeting, chances are there could be some concerns with the conversion which need to be addressed at the buyer’s cost. Look for sites that have a good track record of stable income


Things to Ponder

Is the monthly revenue ramping up, dropping or stable?


Is there a seasonal effect in play?


Is the business overvalued? How does the current financial performance of the business justify the current valuation?

To conclude, as a potential investor in a website, you should evaluate the above mentioned factors. Follow your instincts and ask yourself if this online business solves a real problem or concern in the market, and, importantly, if it makes sense to your customers and to your portfolio. If you do not find anything valuable, go to the next.


Don’t fall for the opportunity to grab a quick bargain. Do your due diligence and position yourself for a fairly new investment landscape that has tremendous potential to offer unprecedented returns.


If you want to get started with investing in digital assets, head over to Blackbook Investments to get more information.


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February 28, 2018

Peer to Peer File Sharing Software P2P

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P2P networks allow those that use them to use a file-sharing network to share files: in this case music, video and games files. This is done by connecting storage devices such as hard disks, USB memory, and DVDs between two or more computers and transferring selected data from one to another.


Although the vast majority of such peer to peer file sharing software p2p networks are right networks, offering connections directly from provider to user, it was not always that way. Writers of EssayLab.com service have serf the history of P2P networks and ready to tell you something interesting about it.


Some still contain elements of the old Napster client-server structure that ended in the early Napster dying because the network was destroyed when the central hub, the Napster server, was removed. Napster arose from its ashes as a regular paid service, but without its original pizzazz, and those software p2p systems that came after it had learned.


They consisted of a more direct architecture whereby a direct route between the provider and client for the file was provided. If A wants a copy of a movie, game or music file, the P2P software provides a direct link between A and all the peer to peer file sharing members that are online. The packets making up the data are downloaded simultaneously from all logged in members that have the data on their storage device (generally the hard disk or a partition of it).


This connection can be between you and your neighbor, or the Queen of Sheba provided she is live on the network. You can have access to hard disks of every other member of your system that is online, and the download speed is determined directly to the speed of your internet connection, the software, the internet connection speed of the provider of the file and the number of other users using the network at the time of download, but can be exceptionally quick, particularly with paid, as opposed to free, software PSP services.


Examples of such peer to peer file sharing software P2; Services are the open source Gnutella network, used by Limewire, Movie downloads, and Bearshare, and the eDonkey network used by Kazaa and Overnet services. Another is BitTorrent, although that is a different type of system. The base software P2P networks are open source, and hence free to use. However, the paid membership sites, which generally charge a one-time life membership fee, offer support, a better directory structure, faster downloading speed and many other benefits. These are real benefits, and one of t5he best is that the membership version is free of Spyware and adware that comes along with the free versions. Adware puts pop-ups on your screen related to your browsing habits, and sometimes you cannot remove these without switching off your computer. Spyware can read your keystrokes, and hence capture your banking and credit details: enough said!


PAID FILE SHARING NETWORKS

The paid software p2p services are not paid networks, but provide access to the open source networks that is guaranteed free from viruses, adware, and spyware, and monthly paid membership p2p services to offer you unlimited downloads of music, games movies. Although it is still possible to download current hits, you should avoid that since it is illegal, and stick to those tracks in the public domain and not protected by copyright. In fact, some current chart hits are already protected by software that stops you downloading them, but they are still very much in the minority.


Most peer to peer file sharing software p2p networks will inform you if you are trying to download a copyrighted file, and give you the opportunity to stop or to continue. However, you are still allowed by the software to download a Number One hit, although it would be wrong of you to do so. In fact, it is possible for one member of a p2p service to purchase a top blockbuster movie online, and then allow it to be distributed to millions of others for no more than their initial membership fee: in other words, primarily for nothing. Imagine what this would do to future and income of those working in the entertainment industry! However, peer to peer file sharing software p2p can be used for the benefit of the sector is used as it was initially.


The original software p2p networks offered new singers, bands and movie makers the opportunity to showcase their work free of charge to the public. In this way, they became known, and their work would slowly start to sell. As they grew better known, they would gather a fan base, and eventually become stars in their own right. Many Indie bands started off that way without having to spend much money. They could get comments and valuable criticism, and find out how popular they were. Some could use that information to improve until they felt ready to launch commercial work. Computer games could be tested before going onto the market. Bugs could be fixed and the product perfected. However, many selfish people are still ruining it for those that want to use these peer to peer file sharing software p2p services as they should suitably be used.


They copy movie hits and current music onto the hard disk, and then onto compact discs for commercial sale. In fact, the authorities should be tackling the big dogs – the pirate gangs that make millions through illegal movie and music downloads. But they do not – they prosecute kids that don’t know better or want to download a track to assess before buying the album, and excellent their hard-working moms That is not to say that downloading copyrighted material should be legal, but it would help if some proper ‘high profile’ prosecutions of professional pirates were made. That would be a more positive message to the ordinary person that they are doing wrong than just prosecuting a few kids and their moms.


THE PROPER USE OF P2P FILE SHARING NETWORKS

Check your network for public domain material, or look for it online and search for it using your network search facility. You can also check out your favorite singer’s website, particularly new singers or bands, and ask what free downloads are available. Search for legal free movie downloads – you will be surprised at how many are available. You should also check out the copyright laws for your country.


Copyright does not last forever, and they go into the public domain after a period. After that, they can be legally downloaded free of charge using p2p file sharing software. New bands or singers can record their work, and open it for free download. Just place it on your hard disk and advertise it – it’s better than YouTube because there is no time limit. When you consider the one-off payment, you pay very little for the peer to peer file sharing software p2p network service of your choice, offering free music downloads, free movies, and free computer games. However, you are advised to use your p2p file sharing service within the terms of copyright law.


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Published on February 28, 2018 20:15

Here’s How Your Wealth Stage Will Affect Your Choice for Long-Term Investments

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There are many ways to accumulate corpus. If time is at your side, you can go for market-linked investment options like equity. Otherwise, safe investment options like bank fixed deposits, public provident fund, etc.; can help you.


Now, once you have accumulated enough corpus for yourself, the next step that you should take is to secure it. You need to for long-term investment plans, which are not only less risky but also grow your wealth. Here, traditional insurance plans can help you.


It is important to consider traditional insurance plans that carry a number of benefits. Learn about the features and benefits of investing in traditional insurance plans.


Features of Traditional Insurance Plans

Traditional insurance plans include endowment policies, whole life policies and other multiple benefits. The plan covers risk, return and safety. Considered as a risk-free investment, they offer a fixed amount of returns in the case of death of maturity of the scheme. There is the high safety of funds due to a cap on investment in equity.


Traditional participating plans are the popular types of traditional life insurance plans. These plans provide 90% share of the surplus to the policy holder, and the 10% is the share of the insurer.


In participating plans, as the investments are majority made in debts, the returns are stable. Traditional participating plans are efficient financial instruments as they give consistent returns. Moreover, they are long-term investment plans which encourage policyholders to save in a disciplined manner.


Benefits of Traditional Insurance Plans

The plans ensure that you receive majority of the profits and only 1/10th remains with the insurance company
There are higher returns on the investment.
It is a risk-free investment
Any risk of the market is borne by the insurance company
The plan offers tax benefits under Section 80C

Is It A Right Plan for You?

Depending on your current wealth stage, you will be able to shortlist the plan you want to invest in. Your investment decision will also depend on the portfolio held by you. Individuals looking for financial stability should opt for a traditional plan. If you are looking for consistent cash flow which will help achieves long-term investment plans, this plan is ideal for you. It will provide risk coverage and guaranteed return on the premium paid.


Even if you have only started to invest and are looking for a secure plan, this is an ideal choice. It will carry lower risk and provide guaranteed returns. If you have a number of financial goals like the education or marriage of your child, you can choose a traditional plan which will guarantee returns.


It is important to note that this plan will remain fixed until its maturity. There is no liquidity, and the portfolio also remains unknown to you. You cannot switch between the funds. Since the plan is managed by the insurer, you will have no say in the allocation of the funds. It has a restricted allocation into equity which is why the returns are regular but nominal. Those who seek protection of their capital should choose this plan.


Individuals with excess liquidity can invest in a higher risk plan which carries a high premium, and the returns vary from time to time. In that case, the returns will depend on the market and could be significantly high as well. Further, if you have invested in multiple schemes, you need to ensure that you have at least one traditional plan to maintain the consistency of the returns and reduce the overall risk of the portfolio. The traditional plan is for individuals who want to ensure the protection of their funds while availing guaranteed returns at regular intervals of time.


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Published on February 28, 2018 19:56

How to Uproot Your Life and Become a Digital Nomad


The internet has allowed us to enter a new age. The digital age. While it’s been upon us for quite a while at this point in 2018, the digital age has changed the landscape of the way we can lead our lives. Instead of being rooted in one city, people have the opportunity to move around from city to city, and even country to country. A nomadic lifestyle, fueled by entrepreneurship, excitement, adventure and remote work.


Now that you’ve discovered you can do your job from almost any corner of the world, it’s time to uproot your life. Nomad List will help you analyze different locations based on 250,000 data points and it will help you connect with the 40,000 some odd nomads living there.


You’ve resigned from your job. After spending long hours mulling over whether it’s the right move to make, quitting your job that is, you wrote a long letter of resignation. You probably re-wrote it three or four times, too. The apprehension of leaving what you know for a new venture is nerve wracking, which means you should have a checklist of the things you need to accomplish before you leave. That way, all your i’s will be dotted and your t’s will be crossed.


Where do you start?

Consider your belongings. As you uproot your life, there are many things you’ll need to consider leaving behind. Some of your belongings, naturally, such as furniture, files, and other large items should be left behind. At this point, you have a few options. Firstly, you can sell all of your belongings and be unattached, especially if you’re giving up that fancy one-bedroom apartment you’ve leased for a year or two.


Traveling light is a must for any and all digital nomads. There are few travellers who want to pay fees for oversized bags and additional possessions as they go about their adventures. One of the benefits of the digital nomad lifestyle is that you are not weighed down by your things.


If selling all your possessions and floating free into the world isn’t your style, you can make room in your budget for the a monthly fee to rent a self-storage unit. Self-storage units are a cost effective way to safely and securely store lots of things while you’re exploring the world. If you don’t have a permanent address or you won’t have one in the near future, finding a self-storage location near your home base will help you stash the possessions you can’t take on the road but you want to come back to. Storage in the U.S. is pretty cheap, and this map of of the cost of self-storage can help you figure out what your budget should be based on your location.


As you’re “cleaning house”, one thing you can safely rid yourself of is paper documents. With the ever expanding digital universe, there is ample space to store your important documents in the cloud, on a drive, or in a secure app. It might be tempting to leave your files and important documents in your storage unit, but that may be against the better part of wisdom. Unless you’ve rented a climate controlled storage unit, it’s better to store digital copies of your files. You also create an ease of access this way, and your files or documents will be available to you all over the world.


We live in the digital age, which means many components of our lives can be packaged and stacked in storage units while we opt for the digital nomad lifestyle. Your things will be secure, and awaiting your return home.


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Published on February 28, 2018 19:48

How To Reduce Stress & Become More Productive

Being productive is one of the most important and useful ways to get ahead in your career, relationships, and life. When it comes to doing well, it’s all about building up good habits and committing to the goals that you want to achieve. One of the best pieces of advice that successful people often give is that no matter what you do, you should do it well. While keeping this in mind, however, it’s important to balance out your life and try to give yourself breaks so that you don’t become overly stressed. Many studies have shown that stress can negatively impact your health in a number of ways, as well as your performance at work and in order parts of your life. If you want to maintain an overall more content life for yourself, you should focus on managing stress and understanding how to become a more productive human. These tips will help you get the most out of your life and become more productive and content.


The first thing you should do when you want to de-stress and become more productive is to look into schedule and organizing your life. Not only is this a great way to better manage your time, but it will also give you the skills and knowledge to get things done when they need to be done. This is important when it comes to getting to a place where you’re more productive because it relies heavily on a skill that many people do not practice. There are many different ways that you can practice time management, but a great way to start is both online and off. Get yourself an app that works for you and one that you enjoy using on a daily basis. When it comes to productivity apps, simplicity and versatility should be your two main focus points.


The next thing you should concentrate on what it comes to distressing to always make sure that you’re eating well and exercising. Although diet and exercise doesn’t sound like the best way to distress upfront, having a fit body leads to having a fit mind. Studies have shown that the better you eat and the more you exercise, the less stressed out you will be on a daily basis. Not only that but it can also ensure that you have enough energy to get things done and do what makes you happy. The more energy you have, the more likely you will be to get work done when you need to, and have time left over for other things. Tackle issues like procrastination at the root with this tip and you’ll be on your way to stress free days.


Another great way to reduce stress is to find a great social circle. As an adult, it can be a struggle to find love and friends that stick around. But being genuine and having good friends and a great relationship is a fantastic way to have less constant stress on your shoulders. Discover someone that you share interests with and save big with this Match.com coupon.


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February 27, 2018

5 Things to Consider while Shopping for your Auto Insurance Policy

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Are you checking out for auto insurance right now! You may actually come across a number of insurance comparison websites that provide you with comprehensive rates both locally and nationally. A vast majority of them have numerous insurance agents representing some of the most eminent insurers tied to their partner network. You’re bound to achieve a great opportunity to save on your insurance cost once you share your coverage needs with them. Seeking quotes from some of these providers is a good way of achieving the right rates. However, comparing car insurance quotes online can help you get cheaper rates than visiting the agents personally.


Once you fill out their insurance forms, the vendors are likely to get in touch with you in no time. You may even get in touch with them at your own preferred time. There’s no point in delaying the application process as you save more when started early on.


Considering a few key facts might save you hundreds of dollars per year:
Determining your insurance needs

Regardless of whether you’re using a new or used car for yourself or your family, it doesn’t take much time to find out your actual need and move ahead. In order to gain a deeper insight into car insurance comparison, you may read through articles and competitive research work. Once you achieve a powerful grasp of things, you’ll find out how you may actually shop for insurance more efficiently. Usually, you tend to achieve a better quote when you furnish more information to your insurer. Most of the online resources that you come across will make policy comparison easier for you as they are meant to address your relevant queries.


Choosing from multiple policies

Things tend to get a bit complicated for you when you have multiple insurance policies to choose from.  You must choose between a wholesome coverage and an inexpensive one that only covers the state minimum. You must remember that being a policy for mitigation of risk. Don’t forget that by traveling more, you’re actually increasing the risks of getting involved in a fender bender. When it comes to taking a legal protection, you must choose the right policy.


Opting for the right deductible

You must manage your deductible right from the beginning to be able to save more on your new policy. Higher the amount of deductible, lower will be your risk of being compensated for small repair works. Once you accept a higher deductible, you’re bound to begin by paying lesser towards your premium cost.


Discounts often vary by state

There are a few good ways to avail discounts on your insurance rates. However, discounts may vary with the state of your residence.  Certain state norms based on the natural consequences contribute towards a rise in premium costs. So, you must compare the coverage amount and the nature of policy benefits ahead of deciding your monthly premium.


The vehicle model plays a role

The make and model of your car help in determining your insurance premium. It all depends on whether you’re driving a Ferrari, Lamborghini, or Corvette. Your monthly insurance policy has a base cost depending on the replacement value of the vehicle. Certain vehicles are even not meant to be covered in some of the states. In the end, your insurance premium may vary depending on the situation. So, it’s important for you to identify all factors that can inflate your premium cost.


In order to achieve detailed information, read through the quality online resources to be able to gain a good insight into policy comparison.


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