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Do you have $400 to spare?

I didn’t send you a tip last week… Continue reading “Do you have $400 to spare?” →

Posted on June 18, 2016December 9, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Get your privacy back for cheap

In a world run by digital technology where everything is connected to and stored on the Internet, we practically have no privacy remaining. Continue reading “Get your privacy back for cheap” →

Posted on June 4, 2016December 9, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Track flights in real time

Have a friend or family member taking a long trip by airplane? Continue reading “Track flights in real time” →

Posted on May 28, 2016December 9, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

How much do electrical engineers make? (2015)

How much do electrical engineers make

So, there’s a burning question on your mind: how much do electrical engineers make? The Bureau of Labor Statistics updates this information every year around May, and it just released its latest data.

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Posted on May 24, 2016May 28, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in MiscellaneousTagged how much do electrical engineers makeLeave a comment

Three U.S. Nuclear Plants Threatened by Closure

Fort Calhoun Nuclear Station

The fate of one seems all but certain. The other two nuclear plants are in the hands of Illinois state politicians. Continue reading “Three U.S. Nuclear Plants Threatened by Closure” →

Posted on May 21, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in NewsLeave a comment

Another US plant to close its doors?

Fort Calhoun is located near Omaha, Nebraska. It generates 479 megawatts… Continue reading “Another US plant to close its doors?” →

Posted on May 21, 2016December 9, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Spending – are you exceeding the national average?

How does your personal or family budget look compared to everybody else? Continue reading “Spending – are you exceeding the national average?” →

Posted on May 14, 2016December 9, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Become a better public speaker

Have you ever had to give a speech in public?

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Posted on May 7, 2016December 9, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the Week1 Comment

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