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Do you like watching TV, but hate that steep cable bill...?  What if you were able to cut the cable TV umbilical cord and get all your favorite TV shows for really cheap and even free?  This how to article will take you step by step on how to do just that.  To be upfront, it does require some initial hardware investment.  But that cost can depend on your desired features. Overview: You can get most local and some other channels for free over the air with a HD TV antenna and tuner.  People have been doing this for years, but I will show you how to do it and not sacrifice the shows you like and want.  Depending on what cable channels you watch and what you like, there are many options to get what you want.  Also depending on what features you want, the up front cost could be very little (~$200) or more significant (~$600-$1,000), but in the long run you can say goodbye to the cable company! You can just get free over the air channels and no DVR o...

As they say money can't buy happiness... Well, maybe it can and maybe it can't, but one thing is certain, we all need money to live and provide for the things we need or want.  Our jobs are what can accomplish that.  So I was thinking about what things can make you successful in your job.  These are some things that have helped me throughout the years. Work Smarter, Not Harder Go Beyond Your Own Job Description Ask Your Boss If There Are Any Tasks That Need Addressed Look For Any Gaps In Coverage That You Could Fill Respond To Emails And/Or Texts Have Open Dialog With Your Boss About Career Goals Recognize Others 1. Work Smarter, Not Harder This doesn't mean that you don't need to work hard, but you should work more efficient.  If you are able to get the same job done as others but in shorter time, you are more valuable to your employer.  This also doesn't mean you can't do a good job.  You still need to do good work and maybe even b...

Is every day a great day?  Does life always go your way?  Well of course not, but that doesn't mean you have to sit back and let life or things that happen in life drag you down.  An attitude of gratitude can go a long way.  So here are a few tips to make a good day better or turn a bad day around... Each day is how we choose to view it and what we make of it... . 10. Don't Sweat The Small Stuff Does it really matter if the kids left the toilet seat up?  Or the dogs chewed up your phone cord?  Or your stuck in traffic?  Yes, might be frustrating, but so much that it makes a bad day? You need to ask yourself "Does it really matter?"  You can teach kids to put the seat down (although this is a big feat!). You can get another phone cord.  You can listen to some music or talk show while you wait in traffic (hopefully you aren't late for work).  The point is you can find the good in any situation or not let the little stuff get to you...