Education

The Effects of Music on a Student's Schoolwork
by Rudy Miller, Demand Media

Today’s teens find it hard to resist listening to music while doing homework. Those who choose to listen while they study could see grades dip as a result. Teens need to choose wisely if they decide to listen to music and study at the same time. Soothing music can help some students focus, while any choice of music can be a distraction for other students.


Trend
Many teens listen to music while they study. In fact, many juggle their listening and studying with other tasks such as emailing, instant messaging and watching television. According to a Kaiser Family Foundation poll, 53 percent of teens 12 to 17 do something else while studying.

Motivation

Fulfilling dreams and vision in imperfection

Friend, God says, don’t allow any imperfection to stop you from fulfilling your dreams and visions. Don’t allow what you don’t have to discourage you from making giant strides; don’t allow your visions to be scuttled because of resources you don't have. Don’t allow the limitations of your current location/situation to stop you from moving to the next level. Don’t let your challenges keep you at a spot.

Lifestyle

6 types of roommate and how to deal with them

Dealing with people in a respectful and cooperative manner is an essential component of most careers. Why not develop it on the homefront?

Here are some common bad roommates and how to deal with them.

1. The Moocher
Maybe once you said she/he could borrow something or have one of your crackers. Soon you find that she/he is wearing your entire wardrobe and all your cheese is gone. And that bottle of wine you brought home? Clearly that was for the entire apartment, right?

Jobs

How to Answer Interview Questions: "Tell me about yourself"

Some people think this is an icebreaker question because it’s one of the first questions they ask you in the interview (and because in normal circumstances, it is an icebreaker question).