Staying Organized

Staying organized in college can mean the difference between an A and an F.  All and all proper organization can keep your work from overwhelming you, remind you of due dates, make all your work easier.  Follow some of these easy tips to help stay organized in school.

1) Use An Agenda: Most students have them but do you really use it?  An agenda or "reminder binder" is a great tool to help stay ahead of the game.  Looking through your agenda daily should become a habit and will make sure no due dates sneak up on you.  The agenda is also a great tool to map out when you should get work done to maximize your free time!

2) Use a Whiteboard: A lot of students have a whiteboard in their rooms so why not use it right?  Hung right over your desk, it can be used as an in your face reminder of what you need to get done.  Writing a simple due date over your desk can be a surprising help when you simply forget about some work.  I also use mine to remember passwords and things I left half finished. 

3) Have a Place For Everything:  Mixing old graded papers with new worksheets can really put a wrench your plans.  Making sure you keep papers in separate stacks or drawers can save the confusion of trying to find a rubric, worksheet, or graded test.  

4) Clean, Clean, Clean!: It sounds obvious but going through and throwing out useless papers goes a long way in organization.  A lot of work piles up fast and having a clean workspace can help focus on what you need to get done.  Having a clean workspace can also keep away the stresses college work can bring. 

5) Be Prepared:  Being prepared means having what you need available.  Getting assigned a big project should be no problem because someone who is prepared has all the glue and tape needed.  Having simple things like colored pencils or glue can really save you stress when you need to get something done.  Instead of running around campus asking for a favor you can know you have what you need and get what you need, done.  

Hope I helped y'all keep everything you need for school organized.  Here is a quick video for you visual learners. Also a quick link for 10 tips to staying organized!  Thanks for reading. 

http://www.thecampuscompanion.com/2012/09/17/tips-to-getting-organized-in-college/

Blog #3

One of the most underrated and overlooked things in life that you need to know is how to tie a tie.  Its so easy and important for all guys to know.  I never thought it was easy ever I still don't think that but its something you have to know.  Many jobs require you to wear a tie as well as some special occasions.  Wearing a tie just makes everything look better if you have a job interview and you wear a tie it makes you look professional and it also shows that you care so having on a tie is helpful in many aspects.  Many people mess up the first couple of times then give up and search on the internet.  The most common mistake people make is that the skinny end of the tie is too long.  Here are some easy steps that will help you tie your tie;

1. Drape the tie around your neck. The wide end should extend about 12 inches below the narrow end of the tie. Cross the wide part of the tie over the narrow end.

2. Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end.

3. Continue wrapping the wide end around the narrow end by bringing it across the front of the narrow end again.

4. Pull the wide end up and through the back of the loop.

5. Hold the front of the tie knot with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front knot.

6. Tighten the knot carefully to the gills by holding the narrow end N and sliding the knot up. Center the knot.

Its a sad fact that most guys don't know how to tie a tie and that they ask someone or even buy a clip on so hopefully this helps.

Looking Expensive Without Spending More!!

Times are very hard now a days, but the malls doesn’t seem to care! They do have sales, but you don’t save anything because majority of the time after the percentage is taken off, you’re still paying the original price! TOTAL RIP OFF! People pay lots of money to look like this:

 

 

when you can go to an inexpensive store and look even better wearing this while saving money:

 

 









A lot of people think that in order to get the best, you have to spend the money, which isn’t true in all situations. Also for the guys that have huge feet and don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on shoes like Jordan's, there are always other ways to buy great inexpensive shoes with great quality, which is included in the tips as well. Here are six tips that will help you save money on clothing, shoes, and accessories for both men and women:

Tip 1: Shop online! This is a great way to save money on clothing, shoes, and any other item you want to purchase.

Tip 2: Go to stores like Ross, Marshalls, TJ Max, or Sears and even K-Mart, which is a mini Sears to get all the name brand clothing for cheap! These places always have great deals on clothing and this goes for men too!

Tip 3: For the guys, Vans are great inexpensive shoes that look great with any outfit you put together! Also for women, we can get cute shoes anywhere! The best place for us to me is Charlotte Russe because you buy one and get the other half off! And the 1st pair is already marked down!

Tip 4: For accessories for both men and women, go to Claire’s for the best prices.

 

Tip 5: The General Store! People look down on the General Store, but don’t count them out because they have incredible stuff!

 

Tip 6: Target, which is my favorite store and Wal-Mart have beautiful clothes and shoes for every occasion and their even cheaper!

If you follow these rules, I guarantee you that you’ll come out with more money left over in your pockets to buy even more stuff and put gas in your tank! Say good-bye to the overly priced expensive stores and hello to BARGAIN!



How to Succeed in College

You may ask yourself one day how can I succeed in college? Well lucky for you I am here to give you the top five ways you can be successful in college

•  First way  time management . With time  time management you can set time to do your homework and make time for hanging out with your friends . Therefore, life will be easier for you when you put the correct amount of time into your studies. 
• Second way is seeing a tutor by meeting up with tutors you can make sure you understand a subject as well as make sure you are doing things correctly  by this you will not have to be stress if you are unable to comprehend a subject. 
• third is NO PROCRASTINATION   I said this because by not giving yourself enough time to get your homework done you are making your life to be more difficult then it needs to be
• fourth is talk to your professor  by doing this you can build a close teacher student relationship with your teacher which will allow them to help you more since they have an better understand a to what your  needs is.
• fifth way is to ask study. If you know that you are going to have a test or exam coming up then you want to study about a week in advance so you can cover all the topics. Test and exam grades are a huge part of your final grade so getting good grades on them will help improve your grade.  
• Final way is HAVE FUN yes i said it have fun because school is all about learning new things and having fun 

Here you have it the six ways to get good grades!

Tips on how to be a goalie in hockey

Matt White
So you want to become a hockey goalie?  Well there are a few things you need to know before you start.  The game of hockey is a somewhat complicated game as it is; but goalie you have to be kind of nust to get in front of people who can shoot a puck over 80mph.  One thing you need to know before you start is what is the right equipment you to play?  You can go to your local hockey shop and ask for help, they will help you and answer questions that you have.  Secondly you need to go to a clinic or camps to get the proper help and training you need before trying out for a team.  If you are starting off at age 18 it is very hard but not impossible.  You just need to have the determination and willingness to learn.  This will be a tough experience but a fun one at that.  Being a goalie or wanting to be a goalie you must have a screw or two loose it is the craziest position in hockey.  Another thing you need to know is once you have got the proper training and knowledge on the game I would advise you to go to some pick up games or stick time where u can just go on the ice and work on your movement and speed.  You will also meet other goalies there who are either starting out just like you or they have been playing for many years.  You can ask them questions and get there opinions on certain things that can range from postioning skills to equipment.  Learning from people in the same age group as you is easily the best source to learn from, beside professional goalies if you don't have the money to go to their camps.  Lastly just have fun and don't worry about the people who make fun of you and say you suck or you can't skate etc.  They themselves most likely don't even play hockey and are just jealous of you because you have the courage to do something that you are passionate about.  I myself  have been playing hockey for 15 years I became a goalie when I was 7 years old whis was one of the best days of my life.  I wasn't good at all when I first started but I worked hard and practiced everyday to become the best I could be.  So I hope this was helpful and encourages people to follow their dreams not just to become a goalie but in anything you want to do.

                                            http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4qhbB8zIiQ

Best Tips: How To Impress A Girl

How To Impress A Girl

Most men fail to make a good impression on woman they want to be with simply because they do not know how to impress a girl. They will most likely make an aggressive move to try and win the girl over but do not know whether it will a good move or not. Impressing a girl is said to be an art; the more you master it, the more you will get results coming naturally! Learn to get the girl of your dreams just by being yourself and getting a positive response. These five tips will help you impress a woman. It is all about your attitude and way of interaction that can persuade her to want to see you again. 

Tip 1: "Look well dressed and presentable; neither over-the-top nor too sloppy."

Your appearance plas a crucial part when impressing a woman. It tells us how you live and how you act. A first impression is always the last impression. You want to avoid giving her the feeling that you do not care about anything. 

Tip 2: "Control your speech, and observe silence when needed."
Another way to impress a woman is to let her talk and respond while conversing. Keep in mind that conversation is a two-way communication and is all about contributing together. Also, keep eye-contact while she is talking to you. As for topics of conversation, speak of your dreams and ambitions to let her know you have a purposeful life.

Tip 3: "Do not stare at other girls in front of her."
When impressing a girl, make sure that she is the center of your attention. Nothing is more embarrassing for girls than sitting with men who continuously check out other women around. You will gain her trust and admiration if you are attentive only to her because it makes her think that you truly want her.

Tip 4: " Avoid using a cell phone when pursuing a girl."

Frequently answering your phone calls or even texting will never help you impress a girl. Being constantly on your phone may cause her to think that you have no sincere interest in her. If it is really important, just excuse yourself in a polite manner. 

Tip 5: "Do not be too obsessive." 

You should leave a good impression out of your calm and loving attitude instead of presenting yourself 

as a too strong or obsessive lover. A woman wants to feel comfortable and protected in your company.

                               

       

The perfect swing

Zach Stearns
In the game of baseball, they have a saying that your best offence is a good defense. Although this is true in many ways, its still very important to have proper mechanics at the plate as a batter. It is for this reason which is why I will tell you how to have a mechanically perfect swing. When you step to the plate, usually most batters will stand with there legs about shoulders length apart or a bit longer. Be sure to bend both legs while balancing the majority of your weight on your back leg. Also, be sure to be on your toes the entire time because this promotes good balance. In terms of holding the bat, you will want to grip the bat loosely, yet you still want to have enough grip to control the bat. Also grip the bat with your seconds knuckles lining up and keep your hands close in towards chest level. In terms of watching the pitcher, you want to keep your head down and eye on the ball. A common mistake in batting is when the batter pulls his head out which leads to them swinging and missing because you can't hit what you can't see. When the pitch is being delivered, try to pick up the ball right as the pitcher is at his highest point of throwing the ball. From here you will want to load your hands backwards and explode your hips open, proceeding to swinging through the zone and keeping the bat level and ideally, hitting the ball on the bat's barrel. When I say explode your hips open, I mean turn your hips/open them toward the pitcher, while pivoting on your back foot. This pivoting on your back foot, you with want to make a bug squishing motion. Also, while swinging, be sure to keep all your weight back. This produces line drives rather than weak ground balls or pop ups. Follow these tips and i'm sure you'll be "roping" the ball like you've never done before. Albert Pujols Power StanceAnalysis of Albert Pujols Swing