Archives for December 2015

Becoming a smarter person is obviously a good way to get more done. However, we live with a bit of a myth that what we are born with is what we are stuck with when it comes to raw brain power. There are all kinds of aspects to this, but for today, I want to focus on one interesting experiment that involves mice. With two young kids, my family and I like to spend a lot of time at zoos. When we travel, we'll often try to visit the local zoo. If you've been to a zoo recently, you've probably noticed all kinds of strange things in with the animals. The elephants have colorful balls and even a car tire. The monkeys have plastic toys for toddlers. Even the otters have a pool of bubble bath … [Read more...] about Becoming Smarter and More Productive

1. Label Everything Make sure your cell phone, laptop, luggage, etc. have your name and contact information on them somewhere. If you accidentally leave your phone in a cab or a bag on a plane, you have a much greater chance of getting it back if people can tell to whom it belongs. For luggage, I like using engraved metal pet tags. If you look around, you can find them on the Internet for $2 or less. They are durable and won't rip or tear. If you get the "dog tag" style, they look more like a luggage tag and a bit less like something you'd expect to see on a dog or cat collar. 2. Plan for Taxi and Shuttles If you are going to need to take a taxi from the airport, it can be helpful … [Read more...] about Tips for Travel