Learning the sounds of your new language takes time... but these practice tips will help learners of any language!| Duolingo Blog
Kiki Botonaki breaks down how she shapes her signature Afro house tone inside Massive and how it drives her newest single on Non Merci Music.| Native Instruments Blog
Personal branding is the process of creating and promoting a particular image or identity for oneself in order to establish credibility and visibility in a particular field or industry. This can include building a strong online presence and developing a unique message by identifying the key areas of expertise. Why is personal photography branding important? […]| FasterThemes
White label digital products mean you are not required to hire an in-house person like a web designer or pay expensive hosting charges.| FasterThemes
Learn how to make perfect Half Rectangle Triangles (HRTs) with Ashlee Doyle of Crinkly Quilts! Follow her step-by-step tutorial and get the free Squishy Stars quilt pattern, a modern design combining HRTs and HSTs to create bold, playful stars| Diary of a Quilter - a quilt blog
This is the transcript to my YouTube explainer video on why privacy and personalization are so hard to balance. Likes and subscriptions are always welcome! The post Privacy and Personalization on the Web: Striking the Balance appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Moving towards a passwordless future is crucial for cybersecurity. So many high-profile breaches highlight the vulnerability of relying on passwords. Embracing passkeys, digital credentials tied to user accounts, and applications, offers a more secure and user-friendly alternative. Organizations should advocate for enhanced security, cost savings, and smoother user experience. In the meantime, implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) can mitigate risks associated with passwords. Transit...| Spherical Cow Consulting
Hosting a successful meeting requires preparation, good facilitation, time to absorb material, and a clear post-meeting report. The post Hosting a Successful Meeting appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Time for Heather's favorite tips to staying organized in a busy freelancing world. The post How to Stay Organized: Tips for Entrepreneurs, Freelancers, and Consultants appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
There is more to communication than just the correct use of words, phrases, and clauses. Let's look at some of the communication skills that don't get enough attention. The post Communication as a Critical Business Skill appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Getting started often seems to be one of the biggest blockers to writing (the other is actually finishing). I usually write 2-3 blog posts a week for myself and my clients, but it's not like the idea springs forth fully formed and perfect! Here's what my writing process looks like using last week's blog post on personal accountability as an example. The post The Writing Process appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Being a freelancer doesn't have to mean stalling over the holidays! Here are some tips of what you might do during everyone's downtime. The post Freelancing Advice for the Holidays appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Sometimes even the changes you’ve been planning for can take you by surprise. Time to reflect on how on earth THAT happened! The post When Gravity Takes Over appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Keeping Track of What You Learn From Your Clients As a freelancer, do you ever stop and write down what you learned from a project as it closes? What made working on that effort awesome? What do you want to make sure you never have to deal with again? Project managers often (but not always!) Continue Reading The post It’s a Wrap! appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Long ago, probably when I was in middle school (so, around 12 years old), my teachers introduced me to the power of index cards. Whenever I was researching for a paper or studying for an exam, the process started by taking notes on index cards. Each card would have its own fact and source. At Continue Reading The post Index Cards – They Never Go Out of Style appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Working with Volunteers Have you ever noticed how many people, at least in Western cultures, think money is kinda dirty? That there is some kind of nobility about working towards a greater good without monetary compensation? An idea that people spend time on only because they believe it is good, fun, or otherwise meets some Continue Reading The post Where Did All the Energy Go? appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Organizing and Facilitating a Virtual Workshop Earlier this year, a team within Google reached out to me for advice on engaging with the people in the IAM field who would give them the feedback they needed to progress their WebID project. Since WebID is all about federated identity on the web — one of my favorite topics Continue Reading The post But There’s No Pressure appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
As an editor, I can usually tell when someone has written their material as a stream of consciousness. Absolutely EVERYTHING seems to end up on the page, in whatever order they think of the content. If they happen to be particularly methodical thinkers, they’ll end up with a reasonably organized (if overly wordy) document. If Continue Reading The post The Power of the Outline appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
It’s common advice that you should watch and listen to yourself via a recording in order to improve your public speaking skills. There are few things more uncomfortable than doing that, but I had an opportunity this week to discover something even more uncomfortable: watching and listening to myself on a recording with 50 other Continue Reading The post Public Speaking Tips for Virtual Conferences appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
I recently read an article about how United Airlines developed strong succession planning for the changing of their CEOs. I remember the days when I could focus on succession planning! It was one of my KPIs as a traditional employee and it was quite rewarding.It gave me the opportunity to mentor someone (or someone’s) to Continue Reading The post Succession Planning in Consulting appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Every once in a while, I’ll find myself hung up on a particular quirk of writing and develop a visceral twitch every time I see it in action. This post is about one of those twitches… If there’s one thing I see writers do with alarming frequency, it’s sprinkle their material with sentences like “This Continue Reading The post The Case of the Unclear Antecedent appeared first on Spherical Cow Consulting.| Spherical Cow Consulting
Did you know you can knit a mitered square blanket in several different ways? Here are four popular variations to try.| A Bee In The Bonnet
Factor Eight breaks down his vocal-only production style, emotional mixing process, and the personal story behind “Waiting For The End.” The post The emotional philosophy behind Factor Eight’s vocal-only production first appeared on Native Instruments Blog.| Native Instruments Blog
twocolors explain how they shaped tension and emotional flow with Reaktor in their new single “Head Above Water” with Safri Duo and Chris de Sarandy. The post twocolors break down the Reaktor-made micro-movements in their latest single first appeared on Native Instruments Blog.| Native Instruments Blog
Make your next trip to Paris really shine with these key phrases—they’ll make getting around town and enjoying Parisian restaurants a breeze!| Duolingo Blog
Learn how to make a custom cake board that is both cheap AND easy! Check out my step by step photos and video tutorial to create your own.| Bakes and Blunders
What do Japanese speakers *actually* mean when they use these expressions?| Duolingo Blog
Your pieces are napping. Your king’s exposed. Let’s fix that!| Duolingo Blog
Are dialects holding you back? Here’s how to learn, listen, and join the conversation.| Duolingo Blog
Business English can feel like a language all its own! Here are the most common—and most confusing—English idioms you'll hear in the office.| Duolingo Blog
Learn how Dopamine by Big Wave Audio helps producers turn blank sessions into finished ideas fast with built-in MIDI tools, inspiring sounds, and rapid workflow. The post Dopamine hit: 5 synth tips for your next track first appeared on Native Instruments Blog.| Native Instruments Blog
RE\MIND and JK use Kontakt libraries and Afro-Brazilian samples to shape the emotional and rhythmic core of their new track “Choro.”| Native Instruments Blog
Corporate giving, reimagined for the season of generosity 💼 The end of the year is more than holiday lights and time off — it’s a moment for reflection, gratitude, and giving back. For companies, it’s also a powerful opportunity to inspire generosity at scale. Workplace giving and matching gifts are some of the most impactful ways businesses can support the causes their teams care about most. By matching employee donations or launching a year-end campaign, companies can turn individu...| Pledge
Mental health impacts every part of life — yet funding remains inconsistent. While awareness is growing… there’s still a lot to do, and this October 10th (and beyond) you can make a difference! 💜| Pledge
Bedouin share how Maschine anchors their creative flow, from studio to stage, and the role it plays in shaping Heavy On My Mind. The post Maschine as a creative anchor in Bedouin’s production workflow first appeared on Native Instruments Blog.| Native Instruments Blog
Make evocative soundtracks with the new Odes Kontakt instrument. Create cinematic rhythms, tempo-synced loops, film scoring textures, and more. The post How to bring rhythmic storytelling to your scores with Odes first appeared on Native Instruments Blog.| Native Instruments Blog
Foreign Air discuss their third album, Such That I May Glow, their creative process, and how 40's Very Own Keys and Analog Dreams shaped its sound. The post Foreign Air talk new album Such That I May Glow, and how Play Series instruments shaped its sound first appeared on Native Instruments Blog.| Native Instruments Blog
Blonde Maze breaks down how Kontakt libraries shaped the emotional tone and production choices on her new album, Second Sight.| Native Instruments Blog
Welcome to the second edition of our JSM Tips & Tricks series. As an administrator, I’ve often been tasked with populating custom select list fields, often with thousands of entries. Typically, I'm handed a CSV file and asked to turn it into a usable select list. Manually copying and pasting each entry would be painful [...] The post JSM Tips & Tricks – Populating Large Select Lists appeared first on Forty8Fifty Labs.| Forty8Fifty Labs
We love scarves on the Rigid Heddle Loom. Amber wanted to make a scarf using 8/2 unmercerized Bleached White yarn that would be long enough to wrap around her neck and be versatile in how she wore it. And so, she designed her Evergreen Scarf. Let’s let her tell us all about it. By Amber […] The post Making a Soft and Cuddly Evergreen Scarf-Blog Post appeared first on Lunatic Fringe Yarns.| Lunatic Fringe Yarns
What is SEO marketing? If you want to know how to improve SEO, this step-by-step guide is for you. Learn how to optimize your website for SEO to improve organic ranking and gain visitor traffic.| www.adobe.com
Businesses want to admire the customers they have, and a CRM tool makes the path smoother for your business. But when you have a CRM ... Read more The post Ultimate CRM Checklist: Learn How To Ensure Faultless Customer Relationship Management appeared first on WordPress ERP.| WordPress ERP
Mistakes are necessary for learning, but they can be frustrating, too. Here are the top 5 errors learners make in French and how to avoid them.| Duolingo Blog
French accent marks let you know exactly how to pronounce the sound—and they tell you a bit of the word’s history, too!| Duolingo Blog
You may have heard of these common phrases in French, but do you know how to use them like a French speaker? Here's how they're really used.| Duolingo Blog
Moving brings excitement, but it also comes with challenges that many people underestimate. While choosing the right home feels like the biggest decision, the real struggles often come later. One of the most common regrets people have after moving is not preparing enough in advance. For example, someone might focus on finding a larger home... The post Top regrets people have after moving appeared first on Big Man's Moving Company Florida.| Big Man's Moving Company Florida
When looking for a new community, many people want a place that blends comfort, convenience, and opportunity. One of the biggest benefits of choosing Lakewood Ranch is the way it offers a lifestyle that suits families, retirees, and young professionals alike. This master-planned community is recognized as one of the fastest-growing areas in Florida. It... The post Top benefits of choosing Lakewood Ranch, FL appeared first on Big Man's Moving Company Florida.| Big Man's Moving Company Florida
Many people think decluttering is just about making space, but downsizing before a move saves more than just space. It can cut costs, reduce stress, and simplify the entire process. For example, imagine moving from a three-bedroom home to a smaller apartment. Keeping only what you need means fewer boxes, less time spent packing, and... The post Why downsizing before a move saves more than just space appeared first on Big Man's Moving Company Florida.| Big Man's Moving Company Florida
Discover how moving changes your daily routine more than you think. Learn how relocation impacts mornings, meals, work-life balance, etc.| Big Man's Moving Company Florida
How to use the advanced features in the Sentry Plus ADS-B receiver iPad Pilot News Portable ADS-B receivers have become essential gear for most pilots flying with an iPad these days, providing ADS-B traffic/weather and GPS navigation. The beauty of these systems is that they’re dead simple to operate: just turn it on, and you’ll see your aircraft position, radar imagery and real-time traffic on your iPad’s moving map when […] The post How to use the advanced features in the Sentry Plu...| iPad Pilot News
A wave of what smells like a mould, a damp cellar, or worse rise from the bottle. The day will come, if it hasn’t already, when you have a doubt about the condition of a wine without necessarily thinking that the cork could be the problem. Because the cork is not the only thing responsible for suspicious aromas in wine even if it is often said that a wine which is “off” has a “corky taste”. Here are a few of our tips for detecting if a wine is ‘corked’ or affected by cork taint.| Le blog iDealwine
One reason many of us got into knitting is to make things that fit ourselves just right, especially if we’re shaped in ways that common mass-produced sizing blocks don’t really accommodate. To do that, though, we need a bit of knowledge and some math. And part of the essential math is making sure your gauge... The post Speed Swatching for Knitters: Accurate Gauge in Less Time appeared first on A Bee In The Bonnet.| A Bee In The Bonnet
I love knitting with alpaca yarn, but it can be tricky to use well. Here is a guide to its unique fiber characteristics and when to use it.| A Bee In The Bonnet
When does *café* become *cafecito*? Learn the secrets behind Spanish’s cutest suffix!| Duolingo Blog
Ready to learn in an immersion setting? Not until you’ve read these tips!| Duolingo Blog
Find the best kitchen gifts for foodies & home chefs in our 2025 holiday gift guide—unique ideas from stocking stuffers to splurge-worthy cookware.| Son Shine Kitchen
🌍 Creativity fuels climate action. From crypto donations with built-in carbon offsets to team fundraisers and text-to-donate, discover how Pledge helps turn everyday ideas into powerful climate solutions. Ready to start your impact this Climate Week?| Pledge
Help your customers make the jump from the real world to your online sites and accounts with these 25 creative QR codes ideas for marketing.| www.adobe.com
Holiday is the most prolific season for selling your products. That is why, for sellers it is important to have a holiday marketing strategy.| WordPress ERP
Unveil five enchanting Halloween email campaign ideas to captivate audiences, boost engagement, and drive sales with clever subject lines, visuals, and more.| Dotdigital
Thinking of moving to Florida from out of state? Learn what to expect, from weather and housing to paperwork, lifestyle, and more!| Big Man's Moving Company Florida
I'm so excited to welcome today's guest contributor, Lindlee Smith of Plains and Pine! I have been folowing Lindlee's work for years. She is a talented quilt pattern designer with a love for modern star quilts, and she recently added "published author" to her list of accomplishments with her beautiful new book Lone Star Legacy... Read More The post Mastering Y Seams: Step-by-Step Tutorial for the Classic Lemoyne Star Quilt Block appeared first on Diary of a Quilter - a quilt blog.| Diary of a Quilter - a quilt blog
Private jet travel represents more than transportation—it's an investment in a different way of experiencing the world.| Luc & June Travel & Food Blog
In this interview, Mariah Althoff shares her own story of transitioning from a freelance graphic designer to a career coach.| www.adobe.com
The network of digital tools and media designed by RVers for RVers has surpassed 3 million members. The post RV LIFE Community Reaches 3 Million Members appeared first on Camper Report.| Camper Report
Bobbles are one of my favorite decorative elements for knitting projects. Here are three different ways to knit them. The post Three Different Ways to Knit Bobbles appeared first on A Bee In The Bonnet.| A Bee In The Bonnet
Learning English? You'll be *interested* in this *interesting* post about adjectives!| Duolingo Blog
Your favorite video game could be the best way to practice a language! Here's how you can use different kinds of games to boost your language skills.| Duolingo Blog
In Japanese, there are different levels of formality depending on your age and social standing. Here are the rules about politeness in Japanese!| Duolingo Blog
Words go in a different order in German, so it can be confusing for learners! Here are the sentence structure rules you'll need for German.| Duolingo Blog
Should you study multiple languages, and what's the best way to learn them? Here's how you can make the most out of studying two languages at once!| Duolingo Blog
At Pledge, we believe that education and literacy are the foundation for brighter futures and that fundraising is one of the most powerful ways to ensure equitable access to those opportunities.| Pledge
10 tips for quilting on your home sewing machine, including: basting, thread weight, using a walking foot, quilting gloves, and stitch length.| Diary of a Quilter - a quilt blog
There is often debate at our local guild meeting about whether to use floating selvage threads. The consensus seems to be, like most things these days…it depends! Michele recently wrote a blog about Diane Mortensen and her dislike of floating selvage threads. Katzy has been collecting opinions about floating selvage threads for many years and […] The post Floating Along – Blog Post appeared first on Lunatic Fringe Yarns.| Lunatic Fringe Yarns
German has many versions of "my," "your," "his," etc. How do you know which one to use? It's all about case! Here's how possessive pronouns work in German.| Duolingo Blog
Handle personal data the right way. See breach examples, risks for online marketplaces, and CS-Cart tools to protect customer privacy and trust.| eCommerce Blog on Running an Online Marketplace
Italy is filled with amazing food… if you know how to order it! This is what you need to know about restaurant options and how to place your order in Italian.| Duolingo Blog
Learn more about how different languages use grammatical gender, and tips for learning the rules in Spanish, French, Portuguese, and more.| Duolingo Blog
The Spanish verb "gustar" is unlike other verbs, and learners need to know how to use it! Here's everything you need to know about how "gustar" works.| Duolingo Blog
Duolingo teaching experts share helpful tips for using preterite and imperfect tenses in Spanish.| Duolingo Blog
These language resources have their own strengths—here’s how to make the most of them!| Duolingo Blog
My Reluctant Biker. I must start by saying that I live in a mountain town with a 20-mile long bike path and 400 miles of perfect single-track trails. I consider myself to be outdoorsy and| Tales of a Mountain Mama
Starting a toddler on a balance bike is a great way to give children independence and encourage outdoor movement. But, for parents, sometimes the task can be daunting! I grew up proudly sporting...and then ditching| Tales of a Mountain Mama
KPOP music is filled with hidden lessons about Korean language and culture! Here’s how K-pop can help you practice Korean.| Duolingo Blog
Affiliate marketing can be a great source of income. Learn from this beginner's guide the best practices how to do affiliate marketing.| Cyberimpact
It can be tough to pick the right knitting needle material with so many options. Should you choose metal? Wood? Plastic? Let's talk about it. The post How to Pick the Right Knitting Needle Material for Your Project appeared first on A Bee In The Bonnet.| A Bee In The Bonnet
Being immersed in your new language is intimidating for both travelers and those moving to a new country! Here are tips from a multilingual high schooler who made the most of it.| Duolingo Blog
Raising kids is tough work, in any language! Here's advice for parents raising their children bilingual, and what they should know about common myths.| Duolingo Blog
Using French on your trip to France is a great way to connect with locals. Here are basic French phrases especially for travelers!| Duolingo Blog
Think French pronunciation is random? Think again! Discover predictable patterns that make speaking and reading easier.| Duolingo Blog
The process of purchasing a blast freezer can be quite a daunting task, especially when you consider that there are so many points and factors that need to be taken into consideration. With a wide variety of brands and techniques and technologies available online, it can sometimes be quite a confusing ordeal, figuring out what technology would work best for you. This is why, we have created a step by step guide for you to consider when it purchasing a blast freezer or blast chilling equipment...| Page CloudFW – Flash Freeze
There’s something special about an aged, antique clay finish. The weathered, earthy colors and time-worn textures tell a story of bygone days when things were simpler. And it’s this rustic… The post How to Give Any Bottle an Antique Clay Finish with Food Coloring appeared first on A Crafty Mix.| A Crafty Mix
As summer draws to a close 🌅, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and plan ahead. For nonprofits, companies, and individual donors alike, this late-August moment is a natural turning point - a chance to celebrate what’s been achieved so far in 2025 🎉 and set the stage for even greater impact in the months ahead. At Pledge, we’ve seen how powerful this transition can be. With over $200 million raised for 65,000+ charities 🌍, this is the moment to keep that momentum going an...| Pledge
Within Tableau, you may have used the option “Show Empty Rows” under the Analysis menu to force a table to show rows that do not have data based on the current selection, or just don’t have a possi…| Viz Zen Data
Top US quilting blog, Diary of a Quilter, features everythig you need to know about Choosing Quilt Batting and Backing: Polyester, Cotton, Bamboo. Click here now!!| Diary of a Quilter - a quilt blog
Is a new AI laptop right for you? Come with us as we critically analyze the importance of built-in AI in laptops.| CashforUsedLaptop
You might have seen “1st person” or “2nd person” before, but what do they mean? Here’s how grammatical “person” works and when you’ll use it.| Duolingo Blog
Learn how to plan your first big household move with smart steps, real examples, and no stress. Get ready today!| Big Man's Moving Company Florida
Here are 10 must-see things to do in Mechelen, sights and experiences, all within walking distance of the city center.| Luc & June Travel & Food Blog
Here's why a mobile office setup isn't just a luxury for digital nomads – it is essential for anyone who wants to thrive in today's work environment.| Luc & June Travel & Food Blog