22 ways to make money as a writer

When most people think of writers, they think of fiction writers struggling to produce great novels. With the exception of the few writers who appear on best-seller lists, many more writers make a living at various types of business, technical, and nonfiction writing than at any other writing job. So here are 22 ways to make money as a writer. […]

Tips for going to the bathroom squatting

One of the biggest surprises when it comes to traveling in China is the wild state of its squat toilets. Not only do you have to get used to doing your job while squatting, but you also have to remember No to flush the toilet paper! I first discovered the wonders of the dreaded squat toilet in my younger years […]

Facts about door hinges

Wherever you see a door, you will find a hinge. Its basic concept has been taken from the joints found in the knees and elbows of the body. The hinge is a type of bearing that normally connects the two panels of a door, to allow a limited angle of rotation that allows the door to be opened and closed. […]

VLOOKUP – A review of the formula

VLOOKUP is one of the most useful Excel functions. It is also one of the most used formulas by professionals who want to extract data from flat tables. However, VLOOKUP is also abused and sometimes overrated. The formula was designed with one purpose in mind: to look up a value in one column on the left and return the corresponding […]

How to put together an army IRR pack

Package requirements, what to include in your IRR package: 1. IRR Packet Checklist, based on Figure B-59 of USAR Leaflet 600-5. 2. Form DA 4561, Request for Assignment or Attachment of Reserve Component. Completely filled out and signed by the Soldier and the Commander. 3. Your supporting statement/letter and supporting documentation. This is based on the reasons listed in AR […]