Living a Life in Full Quarterly Fall 2016

1. Living ALIFE IN FULL QUARTERLY $19.95 Fall, 2016 Vol. 1, No. 4 Let’s start with content and tools. Interested in learning about cool tools to help you travel the world, get really fit, become a published author, start up your own company (or invest in one), experience unique situations, do unusual things, improve your clinical practice, living an adventuresome life, helping others, making a difference in the world, or all the above? You've come to the right place... http://www.alifeinfull.org Enjoy what you find… Be More Productive See the World Have More Fun Live More Fully Get in Great Shape Do Good in the World Increase Your Literacy Rock Your Relationships Better Manage Your Money and Gain many more great tips, tools, and advice in order to live A Life in Full… Please be in touch: DrChrisStout@gmail.com ALifeinFull.org

2. Note from the Editor Dr. Chris Stout Do you know the feeling when you've read a great book or seen a great movie or the need to forward a great video? That's how I feel about many of the things I have experienced, read, learned. I've been a graduate or medical school professor for 30 years and I L-O-V-E to teach and engage others in sharing cool finds and helping to make them better, smarter, and more successful. A Life in Full now brings these passions together to a wider audience. I am sharing my life’s work to augment yours. Please be in touch and let me know how I can be of help. This Quarterly magazine is a heavily curated collection of the best-of-the-best ideas, thinking and content available—all in one handy, actionable digest. Should you like the content in this magazine, you can get more frequent contact and participate in our Facebook group with over 3200 folks at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ALifeInFull and you can also learn more at http://ALifeInFull.org Back issues are available, at no charge, on ISSUU: https://issuu.com/dr.chrisstout/stacks/8e788a1387b843b899b7dd4e1cfd38ca And: https://www.pinterest.com/drchrisstout/a-life-in-full-quarterly-magazine/ Annual subscriptions are available for $75. If you found this issue to be helpful you may be interested in accessing exclusive, members-only curated content that doesn’t appear in this Quarterly or the website links. A one year All-Access Pass Membership is $175 or a One-Time/Life-Time Membership is $250. Just send an email with your request to DrChrisStout@gmail.com and you’ll receive the PayPal instructions and your “Library Card” for immediate access. You have a 30 day, money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with your Subscription for any reason, no questions asked. We’ve got your back! Please let me know what more you’d like to learn about and I guarantee the top requests will be thoroughly researched and published herein. You have the power to become what you want to become and to do. The following content is just what you need. I’m happy to share and help! Buckle up and welcome to our first edition! Here goes… Thanks! Chris

3. Travel “Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.” – Gustave Flaubert How to Do Antarctica in a Day One of the world’s most impermeable destinations is about to open up in a big way. By Nikki Ekstein In the earliest days of Antarctic tourism, making the expedition to the frozen continent was fit only for the most daring of adventure junkies—those who were willing to put their lives on the line, didn’t mind sleeping in the barracks of military-style icebreaker vessels, and had weeks to spend crossing treacherous waters. But recently, most of that has changed. Ships have become reliably safe, even luxurious, with famous mega-yacht Le Boreal making its debut voyages early this year. But no matter which way you spun it, heading to the globe’s southern extremes has pretty much always necessitated a time commitment. No more. Bespoke operator Jacada Travel has been taking requests for single-day trips to Antarctica—and delivering unforgettable experiences on that short timetable. The key, said Alex Malcolm, Jacada’s founder and managing director, is eliminating the time-consuming (and often choppy) ocean crossing and heading south by air instead. Gentoo penguins in Antarctica. Photographer: Eitan Abramovich/Getty Images Passengers on Malcolm’s single-day trips board a King Air 300 twin-turboprop plane in Puntas Arenas, Chile, which gets them to Antarctica in two hours, rather than two days. Feasibility studies are still under way on how to get larger planes to land on the continent; between iced-over runways and concerns about environmental impact, arriving by air is still a rare endeavor. (Another

4. company, Antarctica Flights, leads daylong sightseeing flights to the continent from Australia, but they never touch down.) Trinity Church in Antarctica. Photographer: Venderlei Almeida/Getty Images Filling a day in Antarctica is the easy part. A stop at Collins Glacier, one of the region’s most dramatic sites, is a must—its towering walls of blue ice are bewildering in their proportions, and it’s home to a variety of endemic wildlife that includes leopard and elephant seals, whales, and more. Then it’s off to one of the continent’s strangest sites: Trinity Church, a Russian Orthodox institution built with wood shipped over from Siberia. (If you head in on a Sunday, you might catch a service by one of two priests who spend time on the continent each year.) Culminate with a Zodiac trip to Ardley Island, where you can see gentoo, chinstrap, and adelie penguins, or head to Antarctica’s first settlement, Villa Las Estrellas, where a sign shows you just how far you are from any other civilization on earth. There is one caveat for daytrips to the most far-flung corner of the earth: Inclement weather can be a worse impediment here than anywhere else. In fact, there's a roughly one-in-five chance that a flight will be cancelled due to weather. For that reason, Malcolm recommends that guests include a quick hop to Antarctica as one element of a longer Patagonia trip to allow for some flexibility (a 10-day trip runs roughly $12,000 per person). But Antarctica was always meant for daredevils, anyway. SOURCE: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-06-20/how-to-do-antarctica-in-one-day

5. These Apps Will Make You Enjoy Traveling Even More Image credit: Work Hard Anywhere/Julián Cárdenas Guevara. Work Hard Anywhere is on of the must- have apps for frequent travelers. For the last 20 months, I have been traveling and working as a digital nomad. I’m extremely grateful for the technology and apps that make my everyday life so much easier and my journey more enjoyable. Today I’d like to share with you 10 great apps that will make you enjoy traveling even more. Whether you’re going for a short vacation, relocating to a different city or starting your remote worker career, these apps will definitely help you in one way or another. http://workhardanywhere.com/ JetSmarter With JetSmarter, you can easily search, book, and pay on-the-fly, straight from your mobile phone. Image credit: JetSmarter. Flying a private jet is now available to everyone. Thanks to JetSmarter app that can be described as the Uber for jets. You can easily search, book, and pay on-the-fly, straight from your mobile phone. If you decide to become a member for $12,000 you can enjoy free seats on scheduled private jet flights, fly-on-demand for a fraction of the price by sharing a charter flight and receive a 24k gold- plated membership card. Available for free for Android and iOS.

6. Wander Share every aspect of your adventure from the photos you take to the routes you walk and find awesome hikes, walks, rides, and drives around you. Image credit: Wander. Wander is a well-designed location- based photo journal app for new and experienced photographers. It allows you to share every aspect of your adventure from the photos you take to the routes you walk and find awesome hikes, walks, rides, and drives around you. Available for free for iOS. Travelistly Discover the best travel articles and videos for your trip planning. Image credit: Travelistly. Travelistly can be described as a Reddit for digital nomads, a ProductHunt for travel content and a platform for content creators. Discover the best travel articles and videos for your trip planning. Available for free for Android and web.

7. Rove.me Rove.me is a travel guide that suggests you the best time to visit a destination based on experiences it offers. Image credit: Rove.me. Rove.me is a travel guide that suggests you the best time to visit a destination based on experiences it offers — the actual reasons to go for a trip. You can save your favorite destination to a wishlist and receive a timely reminder to book your trip in order to save money. Available for free for web. Five Minute Journal This journal app is a great solution for storing your memories. Image credit: The Five Minute Journal. The Five Minute Journal is the simplest, most effective way to become happier in 5 minutes a day with a simple journaling format built on proven principles of positive psychology. You don’t want to forget anything when you’re traveling, this journal app is a great solution for storing your memories. Available for $4.99 for iOS.

8. Teleport Find and move to your best place to live and work. Image credit: Teleport. This app is a fantastic helper for long-term travelers. If you are a digital nomad or relocating to a new city for work, Teleport Cities will help you find and move to your best place to live and work. Explore the best cities based on your personal preferences for cost, income and quality of life. Available for free for Android and iOS. Instabridge Instabridge knows which WiFis work and automatically keeps you off those that don’t. Image credit: Instabridge. Instabridge claims to be the world’s largest WiFi sharing community with over 3 million up-to-date WiFi passwords and spots right on your phone. Available for free for Android and iOS.

9. Party with a Local Party with a Local connects travelers with locals that want to party. Image credit: Party with a Local. No further explanation needed for this app. Party with a Local connects travelers with locals that want to party. When you’re traveling, it’s a fun way to meet locals, make new friends and find the best local bars and clubs, places you wouldn’t normally find as a traveler. Available for free for Android and iOS. Work Hard Anywhere Work Hard Anywhere lists laptop- friendly cafes and spaces. Image credit: Work Hard Anywhere. Freelancing is on the rise worldwide. More people have the freedom to work from anywhere as long as they are connected to the internet. If you want to get some work done you may find it hard to find a decent workspace when traveling. Work Hard Anywhere is an app that helps you discover the best laptop- friendly cafes & workspaces curated by freelancers, entrepreneurs and digital nomads all around the world. Available for free for iOS.

10. LoungeBuddy Image credit: LoungeBuddy. LoungeBuddy helps you find and access airport lounges. Airport lounges aren’t just reserved for first class flyers or road warriors. LoungeBuddy helps you find and access airport lounges. You can view, book and access airport lounges around the world from your smartphone. Very convenient if you want to get some work done, shower or simply enjoy a drink or two. Available for free for Android and iOS. What apps do you use when traveling? I always keep an eye on great apps that improve my productivity, save time and money when traveling. What are the apps you can’t live without when traveling abroad? Join my email list for exclusive design and tech stories. Originally published at www.forbes.com TravelAppsDigital Nomads By Tomas Laurinavicius Adventurous designer & entrepreneur from Lithuania. Founder of @Despreneur. Living to inspire & be inspired. Currently traveling the world. SOURCE: https://medium.com/@tomaslau/these-apps-will-make-you-enjoy-traveling-even-more- 1aa44ae4066c#.688ih7uii

11. Eithad Airways' first class "apartments" are like luxurious private bedrooms: COURTESY EITHAD AIRWAYS How to Score a First-Class Cabin With Miles: The Extra Mile These two airlines have some of the most unique and enjoyable seats to spend your miles on. By RAMSEY QUBEIN Which airlines have the best first class cabins to spend your miles on? Zipping across the Atlantic in a comfy business- or first-class seat is quite the rush—especially when you get that seat for free by redeeming miles. Not all first class cabins can be booked with award miles, but many can, and some of them offer really unique experiences. Here are two that are worth hoarding miles for: A modern-day Concorde When British Airways flew its supersonic Concorde between London and New York, it held flight number BA 1. The flight number was symbolic—a special number for a marvel of aviation. Concorde

12. carried business travelers, diplomats, and celebrities on a regular basis. It was not uncommon for the crew to recognize passengers from past flights and address them by name. The Concorde is no longer flying, but there is a new flight called BA 1. It takes off from London City Airport (LCY), which is located near Canary Wharf, the heart of London’s financial and business district. And while it does not travel at supersonic speed, it maintains the same principles of exclusivity and convenience that defined travel on the Concord. The trip takes places on one of a pair of a British Airways Airbus A318s, the smallest commercial aircraft to cross the Atlantic. Each has been specially modified with extra fuel tanks for the journey, and inside, instead of the usual 100 plus seats, the planes have just eight rows of flat-bed seats. The first benefit of the BA 1 flights (other than the comfort of the seats) is the convenience: traveling from the heart of London, instead of Heathrow, allows passengers to avoid the lengthy, traffic-filled drives to and from the city. (Aviation geeks will also find the takeoff from LCY’s short runway exhilarating as the baby jet zips off the ground at an incredible angle to avoid disturbing the city with too much noise.) And because the aircraft only has 32 seats, the boarding process is extremely quick and civilized. The second benefit is the service: A dedicated flight crew works these flights (just like they did for the Concorde), which allows for a great deal of personal attention for each traveler. For example, most airlines stop serving meals and drinks about an hour before landing. But on these flights, the crew will still serve breakfast up to 15 minutes before landing so that business travelers can sleep longer during the flight. It’s the kind of service that makes you feel like you’re on private jet rather than a commercial flight. So how do you get this experience? If you don’t fancy paying around $5,000 for the roundtrip, you can use American Airlines miles (57,500 miles each way; 115,000 roundtrip) or British Airways’ Avios points (60,000 one-way, 120,000 roundtrip). And if you don’t have either one but you do have a Chase credit card, you can get Avios points by transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards points. Both American and British Airways tack on taxes and fuel surcharges, but those still only cost about $400, far less than the ticket would be on its own. Your own private room in the sky While BA 1’s unique service takes place aboard the smallest aircraft crossing the Atlantic, another must- try service can be found on an Airbus A380, the largest aircraft crossing that ocean. Ethiad Airways operates these massive jumbo jets, equipped with nine first-class apartments on their top decks, each of which has a sliding door, a cushioned sofa that transforms into a plush bed, a large-screen TV, and a wide recliner seat. While these rooms aren’t quite as amazing as the two-room suites with butler service that the airline offers on some flights (and which are nearly impossible to get through mileage redemptions), the private rooms offer many amenities. A personal chef tailors the inflight menu to each traveler’s preferences, and the foods can be enjoyed at any time during the flight. (Your room’s large dining table will even be set with crystal and china reminiscent of a Michelin-starred restaurant.) Each apartment has windows

13. with automatic blinds, a vanity area, a minibar, and access to the lobby lounge where a full-bar set up and café menu are available. Before takeoff, a flight attendant drops off a gift bag with cotton pajamas and slippers, and if you want to shower before landing, you can get a full five minutes of hot water plus designer toiletries and thick towels. With all this and on-point service, you’ll basically feel like you’ve spent the night in a high-end hotel. These cabins can be booked with American Airlines miles (62,500 miles one-way between London and Abu Dhabi; 115,000 miles each way between New York and Abu Dhabi), but unfortunately the booking process isn’t particularly easy. The award seats don’t appear on American’s website, so the best place to search for them is to search for a “Guest” seat on Etihad’s redemption search tool. (If “Guest” space appears, then award space is available for redemption using American miles.) Also, although American’s phone agents cannot always see award availability in these cabins in their computer systems, American Airlines’ Australian call center can! So if you want to book by phone, fire up Skype and give them a call at 61-2-910-11948. Ramsey Qubein wings his way to every corner of the globe covering the hotel, cruise and airline industry, scooping up points and miles along the way. He has visited 164 countries and flies nearly 350,000 miles per year. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram at DailyTravelTips or on his website RamseyQ.com. SOURCE: http://www.afar.com/magazine/how-to-score-a-first-class-cabin-with-miles-the-extra- mile?email=cstout%40uic.edu&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Spiritual %20Travel%20Winner&utm_term=Weekday%20Wander%20Newsletter

14. Fitness Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity. John F. Kennedy We’re willing to bet that most people get interested in the kettlebell for one reason: it looks damn cool. A black cannonball with a cast-iron handle, no other training tool can match its old-school, back-to-basics appeal. And while the cool factor is a good enough reason to start using one, there are many others that will inspire you to stick with kettlebell training long-term and make it a regular part of your workouts. Whether you’re looking to get started with your first bell tomorrow, or you want a quick refresher course on everything that makes kettlebells indispensable, look no further than the guide that follows, which covers everything you need to know to start making gains right away. The History of Kettlebells Part of the kettlebell’s mystique lies in its humble origins. Kettlebells debuted in 18th-century Russia, where they were used as counterweights to measure grain and other dry goods. It wasn’t long before farmers started challenging each other to lift the heaviest ones, and kettlebells eventually found their way into the hands of circus strongmen.

15. After World War II, the Soviet Red Army adopted kettlebells as a means of training its soldiers, and in the 1970s, kettlebell lifting had grown to become the official sport of the Soviet Union. While kettlebells have been available in the United States since the 1940s, they’ve enjoyed a resurgence in popularity since the turn of the century and are now widely available in gyms and for sale online and in stores. Anatomy Of A Kettlebell The kettlebell comprises a bell, handle, and “horns.” The bell itself is the round, cannon-ball shaped weight. The handle connects to the kettlebell by sloping downward at each end, called the horns. This design is what makes kettlebells unique. Unlike a dumbbell, in which a handle connects two evenly- weighted bells and lies level in the center between them, a kettlebell’s center of gravity is offset from its handle—it rests several inches away. The kettlebell can be grasped by the handle, horns, or its bell end. Gripping the kettlebell by its handle will be your mainstay, but exercises like the squat are more user-friendly if you grasp the horns to do it. For a greater grip challenge on a move like rowing, you may choose to hold the kettlebell by the bell itself, which will force your hand to squeeze harder to prevent slipping. The Benefits of Kettlebell Training Better Form The main thing that distinguishes the kettlebell from its dumbbell cousin is the off-set nature of the load. A kettlebell’s center of gravity lies six to eight inches away from your grip (when gripping the handle, anyway), and that makes it harder to control. As a result, practically any exercise you do with it—from conventional strength movements like presses and squats to more unique kettlebell exercises like swings and snatches—is going to require stricter form and more muscle activation than you could get away with using a dumbbell. Consider an overhead press for example. “It’s funny how, with barbells and dumbbells, so many people are happy to press to where their elbows are bent 90 degrees,” says Shane Heins, Director of Fitness Education for the Onnit Academy. “But with the kettlebell, everybody instinctively wants to press up to lockout, because the off-set load acts as a counter-weight, pulling their shoulder back.” In other words, the kettlebell encourages you to do the exercise perfectly. And if you can’t—say, you arch your back or twist to one side in an effort to complete the lift—you know immediately when your form has broken (or if you don’t, a skilled trainer or training partner who’s watching you will). Squatting with the kettlebell held in front of your body forces you to sit back more on the descent, improving the mechanics of your squat pattern. That paves the way for you to perform more advanced (and arguably more glamorous) exercises properly when you graduate to them—such as a heavy barbell back squat. Improved Core Strength As stated above, pressing a kettlebell overhead will create the tendency to flare your ribs or lean back, so you have to lock your core in that much more to prevent it.

16. In a swing, you have to brace your core to prevent your lower back from rounding dangerously at the bottom of the movement. On any exercise you do, you can count on your core having to fire harder to stabilize your body and ensure safety—it’s not optional as it can be with other free weights or machines. Improved Athleticism If you’re an athlete of any kind, kettlebell training better simulates the constantly shifting center of gravity you encounter on the field, mat, or court than most conventional lifting does. Other objects, whether a ball, obstacle, or opposing player, rarely stand still during competition. Using kettlebells teaches your body to stabilize itself and produce force despite the chaos of movement. Furthermore, exercises like swings, clean and jerks, and snatches (the latter two are more user-friendly when done with kettlebells than a loaded barbell) build power that translates directly to sports. If your training lacks explosive movements, kettlebells are a good place to start training them. Greater Grip Strength The kettlebell handle, coupled with the displaced load, requires your fingers, hands, and forearms to work harder to control it than they would on a dumbbell. While some manufacturers promote a thick handle, a narrower one will make it easier to perform more complex movements, which increases your training options (more on this later under “How To Choose A Kettlebell”). As grip strength is important in most sports as well as for overall strength gain in general, kettlebells are an exceptional tool. Stronger Cardiovascular Endurance Most kettlebell exercises integrate the entire body, and many, such as classics like the clean and press and snatch, involve lifting the weight from the floor to overhead. Working muscles across the body over such a wide range of motion creates tremendous demand on the heart. As a result, many athletes use kettlebells as a cornerstone of their conditioning programs. Easy Portability Next to exercise bands and a suspension trainer, kettlebells are the easiest training tool to travel with. They won’t roll around in the back of your car like dumbbells might, and they wouldn’t look out of place on a beach or at the park. Plus, unlike with dumbbells, you really only need a single kettlebell to get a great workout. “There’s a huge library of exercises that you can use with one weight,” says John Wolf, Onnit’s Chief Fitness Officer. “A lot of times with dumbbells, you need a huge selection to do your workout. With kettlebells, you might need two weight increments to work your whole body. I’ve always said that if you have one kettlebell in the corner of your room you basically have a gym.” The Science A 2013 study by the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse examined the effects of kettlebell training on healthy male and female volunteers, ages 19 to 25—all of whom were experienced in strength training. The subjects had their strength, aerobic capacity, and balance tested with conventional exercises first and then spent eight weeks training with kettlebells, performing lifts that included swings, snatches, cleans, and presses. Afterward, the same battery of conventional lifts were used to measure progress.

17. The result? The subjects’ strength improved, but core strength in particular jumped 70%. Aerobic capacity increased 13.8%. The participants’ ability to balance also improved significantly, which the researchers cited as being especially valuable to older adults who take up strength training. How To Choose A Kettlebell Kettlebell designs vary. Some are coated in rubber to protect floors from impact. Others are designed specifically for kettlebell lifting competitions and have a straight handle and are uniform in size regardless of weight. In an attempt to appeal to beginners, a few manufacturers make kettlebells with concave faces, which are intended to be more ergonomic. Some newfangled kettlebells work like dumbbells and can be loaded with plates, offering multiple weight changes with one implement. Kettlebell Swings and getups burn fat and get your heart rate up as well as any cardio machine, but do more to re-enforce good mechanics. The classic kettlebell, however, is a solid weight made of cast iron and offers a round bell and curved handle, and that’s the type we recommend for the widest range of uses. So-called user-friendly, ergonomic kettlebells that feature concave bells simply aren’t necessary if you know how to lift a kettlebell with good technique (and they’re usually poor quality). Plate-loaded kettlebells may seem convenient and cost-effective, but they present problems. “It will increase the likelihood of injury,” says Wolf. “A plate slamming into your forearm instead of a rounded object is going to hurt more.” Plus, if you don’t load the plates correctly, and they go flying off, you’ve got bigger problems than just fitting in a workout that day. Competition bells are obviously ideal if you have ambitions to compete, and while the handle is well-suited for contested lifts like the clean, jerk, and snatch, Wolf says it doesn’t provide the same variety of grips that you can use with the more rounded handle of the classic kettlebell model. “You can use two hands on a conventional kettlebell—even one with a small handle. “But on a competition one, with its squared handle, you can only use as many fingers as can fit in the space the handle provides. For a good number of people out there, especially those with larger hands, that space is not enough.” If you’re buying a kettlebell in person, perform this test before making a final decision. Hold up your hand and touch your thumb to the tip of your pinkie.

18. Notice the channel it forms in your palm—that’s where the kettlebell handle should rest most of the time, from the outside knuckle of the index finger diagonally down to the opposite side of the wrist. (This will be your primary grip for most conventional kettlebell lifts, such as pressing and squatting.) Pick up the weight and hold the handle in the middle, letting it fill that channel. “The bell should rest on the back of your forearm when the wrist is straight,” says Heins. “It should not impinge on the boney profile of the wrist,” adds Wolf. If you pick up a kettlebell that rubs against the bone that protrudes on the lateral side of your wrist, the weight displacement from the handle is not ideal, and you could end up getting injured. Another safety tip: don’t use a kettlebell with too thick a handle. “Onnit’s handles are a little over an inch in diameter,” says Wolf, which is enough to work your grip but not so demanding to hold that it creates unnecessary fatigue. “When you’re performing an exercise like the swing, you may be doing hundreds of reps in a workout, as opposed to four sets of eight,” or some other standard set-and-rep-scheme you’d use with conventional exercises. “We don’t want your grip to burn out. I think that’s counterproductive from a technique standpoint. Once someone’s grip is overworked, you’ll see a whole slew of mechanical problems that come into play.” As for how much weight to start with, men can invest in one or two bells that are 16 kilos (about 35 pounds). Wolf says that will provide plenty of challenge on a wide range of exercises. “For gals, an eight-kilo kettlebell [17.5 pounds] will give you a lot of bang for your buck.” The 7 Best Kettlebell Exercises For Beginners The same basic lifts that make barbell and dumbbell training so effective can be done with kettlebells for a unique twist. We suggest you start with the following. (Note the subtle tweaks in form that must be made to accommodate the kettlebell.) In addition, there are some exercises that are unique to kettlebells alone and, while they may seem awkward at first, can pay quick dividends no matter what your training goals. 1. Kettlebell Goblet Squat Hold the kettlebell by its horns and drive your shoulder blades together and downward so your chest is open (think “proud chest”). Tuck your elbows in so your forearms are vertical. Stand with feet a bit wider than hip-width apart with feet turned out slightly. Take a deep breath into your belly and twist your feet into the ground (imagine screwing them down without actually moving them) and squat, keeping your torso upright. Go as low as you can without your tailbone tucking under your butt.

19. 2. One-Arm Overhead Press Stand tall holding the kettlebell in one hand at shoulder level. Root your feet into the floor as if you were preparing for someone to push you. Take a deep breath into your belly and brace your abs and glutes. Pull your ribs down and think “proud chest” and “long spine” so your tailbone is tilted up slightly. Press the weight overhead. Note that your chin should be pulled back so that weight has no trouble clearing it. To lower the kettlebell, pull it back down into position—as if you were performing a pullup. TIP:“Don’t get fixated on achieving a full overhead lockout right away,” says Wolf. “Just going to where your elbow is bent 90 degrees and holding it isometrically is a ton of work for most people.” As mentioned earlier, if you need to arch your back, causing your ribs to flare in order to lock out your arm overhead, you’re not training the shoulder effectively. In that case, you may need to regress the movement to a floor press—lie down on the floor with your triceps against it and press upward from there (think of it as a bench press with a shortened range of motion). 3. Kettlebell Deadlift Place the kettlebell on the floor between your feet and stand with feet hip- width apart. Bend your knees slightly and push your butt back, screwing your feet into the floor as you lower your torso until your arms can grasp the kettlebell handle. Think “proud chest,” and keep your lower back in its natural arch. Focus your eyes ahead of you and slightly down. Grasp the kettlebell with both hands and take a deep breath into your belly. Drive through your heels to lift the bell up, extending your hips to lockout. 4. Kettlebell One-Arm Row Place the kettlebell on the floor and take a staggered stance with your right foot in front. Your foot should be planted just outside the weight. Dig the ball of your left foot into the floor behind you, folding at the

20. hips as you sit your butt back so your torso is angled about 45 degrees to the floor. Rest your right elbow on your right thigh for support and reach for the kettlebell with your left hand. Take a deep belly breath and draw your shoulders back and together (“proud chest”). Brace your core and row the weight back to your hip, squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top. 5. Kettlebell Chest-Loaded Swing “The swing is the definitive kettlebell exercise, as proliferated by social media,” says Wolf. “But we feel like people jump into that pool way too fast.” Most swings you’ll see in the gym (or on YouTube) aren’t done safely—at the risk of serious lower-back injury. It’s important for people not familiar with it to learn to hinge with their hips, which lays the foundation for all deadlift variations and explosive exercises like snatches and cleans. For that reason, Wolf and Heins propose that you start with the chest-loaded swing. Stand with feet between hip and shoulder-width apart and hold the kettlebell by its horns, pulling the bottom of the bell into your lower sternum Draw your shoulder blades together and down (“proud chest”) and cast your eyes on a spot on the floor approximately 15 feet in front of you. Take a deep breath and root your feet. Then bend your hips back, imagining being able to touch your butt to the wall behind you. Keep a long spine with the tailbone tilted slightly up. When you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, extend your hips and squeeze your glutes, tucking your tailbone under as you lock out. 6. Kettlebell Goblet Half Get-Up As with the swing, many kettlebell users like to skip ahead to more advanced moves than they’re ready for. Rather than jump in with a Turkish getup—an awesome but complex total-body movement—kettlebell newbies can start with the half getup, which still provides a tremendous core workout as well as flexibility training. Lie down on your back on the floor, holding the kettlebell by the horns. Take a deep belly breath and brace your abs. Perform a sit-up and then tuck your right foot in toward your butt while you slide your left foot behind you so you form a “shin box” position on the floor. Both knees should be bent about 90 degrees with feet facing opposite directions.

21. Extend your hips as if coming up to stand tall and then bring your left foot in front of you again and plant it on the floor with the knee bent 90 degrees. Turn your rear leg so the foot points straight behind you and you finish in a lunge position. Reverse the entire motion to return to lying on the floor. 7. Kettlebell Halo “Getting comfortable and aware of how to brace your body correctly when the kettlebell changes position is one of the most valuable things you can do,” says Wolf. Moving the kettlebell in a circular motion around the body—called a “halo”—strengthens your core and prepares you for explosive exercises down the line. It also exposes weaknesses and imbalances. “If you can’t hand the kettlebell off behind you,” says Wolf, “chances are you can’t wipe your ass either.” To do the basic shoulder halo, stand with feet between hip and shoulder- width apart and hold the kettlebell by its horns upside down—the bell should face up. Screw your feet into the floor and draw your ribs down. Think “proud chest.” Begin moving the kettlebell around your head, being careful to maintain your posture and not bend your torso in any direction. Move slowly to avoid whacking yourself in the head. Make full circles and alternate directions. 3 Ways to Use Kettlebells 1. Warm Up With Them If you’re a longtime meathead who’s now finding that years of bodybuilding-style workouts have led to muscle imbalances and injury, kettlebells can play a key role in restoring healthy movement patterns. If you’re not ready to commit to a kettlebell program outright, Heins recommends you at least start your workouts with kettlebell work to enhance mobility, which will allow you to get into the positions needed to perform your regular barbell lifts more safely. “That way, when you go under heavy load you can maintain technique. The kettlebell, even though it’s lighter than what you’re used to, gives you enough feedback to challenge you and light up your nervous system. That way the communication between your brain and the rest of your body is clearer and more responsive to what you are asking of it.” Try doing goblet squats before barbell back squats, holding the bottom position for a few seconds to open up your hips. You can also do light one-arm overhead presses before military presses to get your shoulders warm. Chest-loaded swings are a great way to prepare the hips for barbell deadlifts.

22. 2. Do a Full-Body Workout—Anytime, Anywhere All you need to do for a kick-ass workout that covers every major muscle group is “squat, hinge, push, and pull,” says Wolf. Cover those movement patterns and you’re good to go. Pick from the exercises listed above for starters. 3. Set Up a Circuit Swings and getups get your heart rate up as well as any cardio machine, but do more to re-enforce good mechanics. And of course, they’re much more fun and challenging. Try building a circuit with them or performing them on your downtime between weight-training sets. For more, check out: https://www.onnit.com/?a_aid=DrChrisStout IMAGE: Getty Images Productivity 9 Windows 10 Apps for a Productivity Edge Microsoft has made productivity a core focus in Windows 10 and Office, but the Windows Store has more tools you can use to get things done. (Image: Microsoft) Since it was founded in 1975, Microsoft has traditionally focused on helping people get things

23. done. It officially adopted "reinventing personal productivity" as one of its core ambitions in 2015. Over the last year, we have seen the evolution of Microsoft's Office suite. Well known apps like Word and Excel have been upgraded with new collaboration technologies and productivity features, and the Office 365 suite has more users than ever. It made sense for the Windows team to make productivity a priority in designing Windows 10. Several features, from built-in OneDrive to the ability to markup pages in Microsoft Edge, were created to give users more options to write, save, and share content. Despite the range of productivity tools in the newest versions of Windows and Office, most people have additional apps to help them cross off more items on their professional and personal to-do lists. Most have found their go-to apps on alternate platforms. Redmond has long struggled with its app store, and its offerings are sparse compared to their iOS and Android counterparts, which has proven an additional challenge. Since Windows 10 launched, Microsoft has been trying to increase the number and range of apps in the Windows Store. Here, we dive into some of the productivity tools you can try on your Windows 10 PC. All of these are free; some come with paid in-app features. Do you use any of these apps? Have any recommendations? Feel free to share them in the comments. Kelly is an associate editor for InformationWeek. She most recently reported on financial tech for Insurance & Technology, before which she was a staff writer for InformationWeek and InformationWeek Education. When she's not catching up on the latest in tech, Kelly enjoys ... View Full Bio Dropbox Windows 10 users may be more inclined to use the built-in OneDrive app for their storage, but Dropbox has a native app for the OS if you prefer. It's free to use, but also offers the option to pay for additional storage. Through Dropbox for Windows 10 you can browse folders, view and edit files on any device, and privately share content from your Dropbox account. As part of its Windows 10 compatibility, Dropbox lets you unlock your account with face, fingerprint, or iris scanning, and access recent files from the taskbar. A Windows 10 Mobile app is in the works.

24. Adobe Photoshop Express Most of us could use a capable photo editor, but don't need all the bells and whistles of Adobe's Photoshop suite. Enter Photoshop Express, a lightweight user-friendly app with filters and controls for adjusting color, size, brightness, and other aspects of a photo. It's a useful app for on-the-go photo editing. If you'd like to add to your filter collection or access premium features, you may do so for a small fee. Xing More than 9 million people belong to Xing, a professional network for Windows PCs, tablets, and phones. It's designed to help you stay connected with people in your industry. Scrolling through your Xing feed will keep you posted on your connections' job changes and blog posts. Through the app, you can share relevant news, exchange opinions on topics of interest, and browse job listings. Xing will use your profile information to recommend open jobs and potential contacts. Xing supports both Continuum and Cortana on Windows 10. You can access information through the digital assistant using requests like, "Show me my messages on Xing." Eclipse Manager Need an extra nudge to stay productive? Eclipse Manager is built to help organize projects and keep track of time. It's handy for professionals like freelancers and small business managers, but equally useful for everyday productivity. Eclipse Manager includes task management, time and cost tracking, and data analysis into a simple interface. Features can be mixed and matched, depending on the project.

25. Network Speed Test The Network Speed Test app gives you some insight about the speed of your current Internet connection, including data such as network delay, download speed, and upload speed. The app, built by Microsoft Reach, uses servers around the world to gauge the latency of your network connection. Based on its findings, the app will tell you which activities you'll be able to perform: Music streaming, video calling, etc. In addition to informing you of Internet quality, Network Speed Test records data from previous tests so you can understand how network speeds have changed over time. Action Note There are plenty of note-taking apps on the Window Store, but Action Note is a note-taking app designed to integrate with the Action Center built into Windows 10. You can use it to access documents and photos across Windows 10 devices by pulling up your Action Center. Other features include Live Tile support and audio playback for notes. Todoist The Todoist app launched on Windows 10 in November 2015. You may already be familiar with the task manager, which operates across platforms now including Windows PCs, tablets, and smartphones. Todoist helps you stay on top of your projects and to-do lists. Keep track of your tasks of the day, week or month; work together on tasks with other people; get notified when changes happen; keep your lists safe in the cloud, and access them offline.

26. A premium upgrade will unlock more of the app's features, including the ability to receive location-based alerts, attach PDFs, or organize tasks with labels. Readiy Looking to get the day's news? Check out Readiy, a no-frills RSS/Feedly news reader app. Readiy syncs with your Feedly news and presents articles in tile form. You can mark articles as read while you scroll through, save, and share articles via OneNote and Evernote, sort and filter content, and choose from multiple themes. Keeper Password protection app Keeper serves as a storage space for passwords, files, photos, videos and other sensitive information on Windows 10. Data is encrypted and stored in a virtual "vault." You can access documents across devices, share files with other people on Keeper, back up information to your private cloud, and instantly sync between devices. Security measures include self-destruct, a logout timer, and the option to generate secure passwords. http://www.informationweek.com/software/productivity-collaboration-apps/9-windows-10-apps-for-a- productivity-edge/d/d-id/1324359

27. Productivity Tool Kits Interested in learning about cool tools to help you travel the world, get really fit, become a published author, start up your own company (or invest in one), experience unique situations, do unusual things, improve your clinical practice, living an adventuresome life, helping others, making a difference in the world, or all the above? Then you will enjoy the free collections of tools and tips on an ever-growing set of topics, just click here: https://issuu.com/dr.chrisstout/stacks/b0d30622ccb64ecc948dd558c192ef25

28. Career Want To Join A Board Of Directors? Ask Yourself These 4 Questions First By Joann M. Eisenhart, Ph.D. Northwestern Mutual Jo Eisenhart is the senior vice president of Human Resources, Facilities and Philanthropy at Northwestern Mutual. One of the most rewarding choices you can make is to serve on a board of directors. Participation on a board gives you a unique opportunity to share your skills and expertise to help an organization overcome its challenges, increase its value, elevate its public profile and—in the case of a nonprofit—raise money. But if you’re considering a board appointment, you’ll be expected to make a meaningful contribution. So make sure you know what you’re in for and how you can make it a beneficial experience for everyone involved. It may be helpful to ask yourself these four questions: 1. Why do I want a board position? If you’re thinking about joining a nonprofit board, you’re probably passionate about what the organization stands for. And that’s fantastic. But what exactly do you expect to gain by serving on the board? For some people, volunteering to serve on a nonprofit board allows them to achieve many goals simultaneously, such as advancing the mission of an organization they care about, meeting other like-minded professionals and gaining board experience. If your goal is to join a corporate board, you may have different reasons for getting involved. If you’re a senior leader in your company, your CEO may encourage you to participate on a board to expose you to other business models. Or you may have been recruited to bring a unique skill the board is lacking. If you’re actively seeking a position, you may view public board service as an opportunity to network with other professionals, increase your understanding of an industry or benefit financially, since corporate board positions are almost always paid.

29. In either case—nonprofit or corporate—know what you want to gain from the experience. An opportunity to learn a new industry or skill? Prestige or pay? The opportunity to give back to your community or profession? 2. How will I get connected? Companies that offer paid board positions want highly qualified people, and they often turn to executive search firms. So a recruiter may seek you out, or you may consider paying a professional search firm to find you a board position. You could also network with individuals who are already on the board of a company that interests you to learn about the skills needed and, assuming you have the skills, whether they would sponsor you for the role. If you’re interested in joining a nonprofit board, let people know you’re interested since these board appointments are often made through referrals. Someone who’s well connected in the community may know of organizations looking for board members. Or, if you know someone who already works for the nonprofit whose board you want to join, ask him or her to make an introduction. 3. Am I prepared for the commitment? Participation on a board takes time and effort, and new board members tend to underestimate both. So when considering a board appointment, ask for details about what’s expected of you, and be honest with yourself about whether you can meet those expectations. During the interview process (yes, you’ll be interviewed), ask how the board works, how often it meets and the average amount of time you’ll need to commit between meetings. If you were recruited to the position, ask why you were chosen. Ask about the board’s priorities, too, and look for ways to connect its goals with the skills and expertise you can bring to the table. Think of the interview as a two-way street; you both want to make sure you’re a good fit. 4. Should I tell my employer? Many companies have policies about employee board participation. And even if your employer doesn’t have a stated policy, it’s a good idea to let your boss know so that potential conflicts of interest can be addressed in advance. This is especially true if you’re considering a paid position on a corporate board. Does that company do business with your employer? Is there a chance that your involvement will lead to perceived unfair influence? In that case, your employer’s legal team—and perhaps even the CEO—will likely want to sign off on the appointment. The stakes won’t be nearly as high if you’re looking to voluntarily serve on a nonprofit board, but it’s still a good practice to let you employer know. That will help, for example, if you need to ask for schedule flexibility to be able to attend the meetings. It also shows that you are interested in gaining new experiences and contributing to valuable causes, both of which can raise your boss’s view of your potential. Joining a board can be a great way to give back to your community, share your skills and expertise, grow your professional network and enhance your resume. But if you’re considering a board appointment, remember that they’re counting on you to make a meaningful contribution. So make sure you’re well informed about what’s expected and prepared for the commitment. SOURCE: http://www.forbes.com/sites/northwesternmutual/2016/06/08/want-to-join-a-board-of- directors-ask-yourself-these-4-questions-first/print/

30. 21 Places To Learn Critical Skills That Will Change Your Life By Larry Kim, Inc. We tend to think of learning a new skill or "going back to school" as something you'd do when looking to change careers, or to upgrade within your current one. But lifelong learning has incredible benefits, both personal and professional, say researchers. It makes communities more productive and innovative, and gives employees the ability to cope with constantly changing workplaces. Lifelong learning helps us stay sharp as we age, and is also important for a successful economy. It helps us communicate better, socialize more effectively, and achieve greater success. Whether you're looking to learn how to code, build leadership skills, or otherwise improve yourself, here are 21 awesome places to learn the critical skills that will change your life: 1. Lifehacker One of my favorite sites on the planet, Lifehacker is the place to learn how to do just about anything better, faster, and smarter. 2. Library of Congress Most of our national library's texts are now available online. Whatever skill it is you want to learn, you can read up on it there. 3. Boundless Remember taking on a second part-time job just to pay for your college textbooks? Boundless is shaking up the textbook industry by offering textbooks online, for free. 4. Inc.edu Inc.'s own educational site is an amazing resource for entrepreneurs looking to build the skills most likely to help them succeed. These real-time, live workshops led by all-star entrepreneurs are the best way to cut the learning curve and connect with people who really have the experience to lead by example.

31. 5. Universities Most universities now offer online learning courses in addition to the on-campus lifelong learning programs. Some have established entire online schools, like Colorado State's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. If you're looking for a more traditional educational experience, check out what the universities are offering. 6. Google World Wonders Explore the ancient and modern worlds in an incredible online resource powered by Google's Street View and mapping technology. 7. TED Talks TED is another fantastic place to find actionable advice and learning opportunities created by genuine, experienced people. I've curated my favorite TED Talks for entrepreneurs, leadership training and creativity in business -- check them out for yourself. You can also visit TED Ed for its own selection of great lessons. 8. Reddit Lectures This crowdsourced collection of top lectures from professionals, academia, governments, and leaders of all stripes is unique in that the resources are upvoted or downvoted by users, in typical Reddit fashion. 9. UReddit Speaking of Reddit, the forum site has its own University of Reddit, with dozens of courses in the arts, computer science, language, math and statistics, and more. 10. Internet Sacred Text Archive It's the largest archive of free books on religion and spirituality on the internet. Read up on mythology, religion, folklore, alchemy, parapsychology, and more. 11. MeetUp See what's happening in your area and meet up with like minds to learn new skills, often free of charge. Meetups are a great way to trade experiences and learn new perspectives. 12. Trivium Education Critical thinking is an incredibly important skill, but it's not often taught in public school curriculum. Brush up on your rhetoric, grammar, and logic with Trivium's free resources. 13. HubSpot Academy HubSpot, that online marketing software giant out of Boston, offers comprehensive, user-friendly digital marketing courses. Understanding marketing is critical for any entrepreneur, whether it's a function of your daily duties or not. HubSpot Academy was one of my own top five digital marketing course picks. 14. University of the People Billing itself as the world's first non-profit, tuition-free, accredited, online American university, UoPEOPLE offers degree programs in Business Administration, Computer Science and Health Studies.

32. 15. PBS Video Watch well-researched, in-depth documentaries from PBS, free of charge online. 16. Project Gutenberg Study classic literature for free with over 50,000 titles available to download from the Project Gutenberg library. 17. Pocket Save articles, videos and other interesting and educational content you come across online to consume later. Pocket lets you save from your browser, or from apps like Twitter or Flipboard, and you can access the content later without an internet connection. 18. MIT Open Courseware The iconic university offers totally free programming courses, including an introduction to computer programming course that's fantastic for entrepreneurs and beginners. It was my top choice among the nine best places to learn how to code for free. 19. iCONIC Tour Inc.com and CNBC put together iCONIC, a three-part conference series that's visiting my own hometown of Boston on September 22, 2016, after its first stops in Seattle and Denver. On top of the excellent speakers, the networking is an incredibly effective way to learn what's truly working for dynamic businesses across the country. 20. FutureLearn Packed with free online courses from over 40 universities, FutureLearn is a U.K. site that serves over 3.6 million learners worldwide. 21. Rescue Time Learn more about where and how you spend your time, allowing you to find efficiency throughout the day. Read the original article on Inc.. Copyright 2016. Follow Inc. on Twitter. SOURCE: http://www.businessinsider.com/where-to-learn-critical-life-changing-skills

33. PHOTO: SERGEY Startups Confessions of a Failed Early-Stage Equity Investor WSJ Wealth Management Expert Ted Beck reveals how he is still paying the price for getting the answers wrong to five key questions all early-stage investors should ask themselves. By TED BECK Ted Beck is president and CEO of the National Endowment for Financial Education, a member of the President’s Advisory Council on Financial Capability for Young Americans and chairman of the Jump$tart Coalition. If confessions are good for the soul, I’m about to help my soul a lot. When it comes to investing I like to think I am worth my salt and that I possess the tools to make wise decisions. After all, I have two business degrees and over 40 years working in the financial markets. I’ve had my share of success. But I’ve failed in several attempts to put my money in early-stage equity investments since the 1990s. And these efforts haunt me to this day. Why should anybody care about my mistakes? In part because it is about to become a lot easier to become an early-stage equity investor, thanks to new equity crowdsourcing rules going into effect May 16. It used to be you needed assets of $1 million or annual income of $200,000 to be a qualified investor. Now, you can have even less than $100,000 in net worth or annual income to be a player. That means a modestly-funded retirement account soon will qualify potentially millions of average Americans to play “Shark Tank” with their hard-earned money. Remember: About half of new businesses in the U.S. will fail in the first five years. So where did I go wrong? Basically, I had the wrong answers to five key questions everyone should ask themselves before jumping in. Here are those questions–and how I’d grade my answers. Could I afford to lose what I invested? Thankfully I didn’t bet the ranch. But I bet plenty, typically in the low-to-mid five-figure range. My grade: a gentleman’s C. How many investments did I look at? An experienced early-stage investor may review hundreds of potential deals before finally considering one. I was overanxious. I was enamored right out of the box and fell victim

34. to “deal creep.” My excitement was blinded by optimism and the hope of getting in on the next Apple. Here I grade myself an F. Did I do my homework? No. I didn’t take the time to differentiate between good marketing and good homework. I fell for the sales pitch rather than doing my own research. I didn’t ask informed questions. Another failing grade. Was I overconfident? I absolutely was a victim of my own cockiness. Research shows that poor investing decisions frequently come from overconfidence, particularly among men over a certain age. Guilty as charged. Another F. Was there a clear path to earning back my investment in a reasonable amount of time? Successful early- stage equity investors will evaluate the potential for earning back their investment in three to five years. I still am waiting on the return of my investment since there isn’t a secondary market that I can sell my position to. Grade: Incomplete. If you want to be an early-stage equity investor, you must have better answers than I did to these important questions. As investors we need to be informed—perhaps even overinformed. If you think investing in bright shiny ideas is your way to score a house in the Hamptons, think again. I’ve learned my lessons the hard way—through my failures. My 0.5 GPA in early equity investing attempts is akin to the Delta House guys in “Animal House” facing academic suspension. I placed myself on suspension, ending my career in early equity investing. It’s humbling to admit my mistakes, but I hope it helps wannabe sharks do a better job than I did in the new equity crowdfunding arena. One day I may again try my hand at early equity investing. It wouldn’t be a complete shock. Perhaps once the Cubs win the World Series. Source: http://blogs.wsj.com/experts/2016/05/13/confessions-of-a-failed-early-stage-equity-investor/ 35 Outstanding Podcast Picks From Entrepreneurs Like You These favorite podcasts were chosen by the real experts (a.k.a. the entrepreneurs who love to listen). BY MARLA TABAKA @MarlaTabaka IMAGE: Getty Images

35. I thought it would be fun to create a list of popular podcasts, but download numbers can be skewed so who's to say what's popular? With that in mind I reached out to my list of peers, clients, and social media connections and received a wonderful response. From marketing, to politics, to religion, in no particular order here are the top picks. 1. This American Life Stories of people in dramatic situations, funny moments and emotional moments, surprising and fun. 2. The Art of Charm A.J. and Jordan Harbinger talk to productivity experts like Tim Ferriss, management gurus like Seth Godin, best-selling authors like Neil Strauss, Michael Port, and Ramit Sethi. Topics range from networking, public speaking, negotiating, dating and sex, to finance and career advice, to life-hacking and fitness--every aspect of a rich, fulfilling life. 3. The Tim Ferriss Show Ferris deconstructs world-class performers from eclectic areas (investing, sports, business, art, etc.) to extract the tactics and tools you can use. 4. The Solopreneur Hour Michael O'Neal's podcast aims to show the other unemployable people of the world the correct path to business success on their own terms. 5. Entrepreneur on Fire Hosted by John Lee Dumas. Learn from the failures, "ah-ha" moments, and successes of incredible entrepreneur guests like Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk, Barbara Corcoran, Tim Ferriss, and Brian Tracy. 6. School of Greatness Lewis Howes hosts inspiring stories from the most-accomplished business minds, athletes, and celebrities on the planet to help you find out what makes great people great. 7. The Daily Boost The No. 1 self-help podcast on iTunes specializes in daily motivation. Scott Smith brings a unique, straight- talking, fun style. 8. Stuff You Missed in History Class Holly Frey and Tracy V. Wilson do their research and share tons of interesting world history stories. 9. 1-Day Business Breakthrough Business owners share their struggles, and hosts Pat Flynn and Chris Ducker share ideas and develop strategies, tactics, and tips to help.

36. 10. Health Geeks Radio Thought leaders in the health, fitness, and personal-development world help make living healthy easy. More than just an "eat your kale and be happy" show. 11. Discover Your Talent -- Do What You Love Host Don Hutcheson interviews individuals who have discovered their true talents and know how to use them to enjoy a life of success, satisfaction, and freedom. 12. The Brand Journalism Advantage Phoebe Congchua shares how brands can gain a competitive advantage using content marketing, social media, PR, video storytelling, and more. 13. Smart Brown Voices Learn from successful black and Latino startup founders, entrepreneurs, activists, marketers and creatives. 14. The Joe Rogan Experience A standup comedian for more than twenty years, Rogan hosts long-form conversations with guests on all manner of topics. 15. The Unmistakable Creative Host Srini Rao says you will unlearn everything you've learned about life and business and become unmistakable. 16. Sports Gal A show for the sports fan who want great information about a favorite sport in a fun and sassy way. 17. Stuff You Should Know From the ecosystem to extinction, topics include everything under the sun! 18. Network Marketing Heroes Richard Bliss Brooke offers a business-based show that's more about personal growth and belief. 19. Online Marketing Made Easy Amy Porterfield delves into strategies to maximize the power of social media and increase your success in online marketing. 20. Good Life Project In-depth, unscripted, inspiring conversations with Jonathan Fields, and insights from acclaimed artists, entrepreneurs, makers and world-shakers. 21. The Go-Giver Words of wisdom from Bob Berg and guests like Randy Gage, Dixie Gillaspie, Dondi Scumaci, Joe Calloway, Ivan Misner, and John Lee Dumas.

37. 22. Mike Rowe Works The star of Dirty Jobs shares his thoughts on skilled labor, the economy, politics, scouting, hard work and well, life. 23. Biz Minded Muses Three sassy businesswomen who love to get together and share business secrets to help others achieve success! 24. Stuck on First Podcast -- Building Better Business One Pitch at a Time A weekly podcast sharing tips, tricks, and proven strategies and methods for growing your business. 25. Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do with Thom Singer Thom Singer shares insights from his more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience. 26. NPR Politics Podcast Weekly roundups, quick takes on news of the day, and reporting from the campaign trail. 27. Huge Profits Tiny List Connie Ragen Green shares her experience on how making huge profits with a small list is possible. 28. Bacon Wrapped Business Brad Costanzo, entrepreneur, marketing expert, and angel investor discusses what's working in business and marketing with today's top business and marketing minds. 29. Amplify Rachel Martin and Dan R. Morris host this show about today's blogging, tech, and social media headlines. Facebook, YouTube, Wordpress, selfies, bloggers, and more. 30. The Bacon Podcast Brian Basilico hosts ten- to fifteen-minute, action packed, expert interviews on internet marketing, social media, content marketing, and more. 31. The Splendid Table Public radio's culinary culture and lifestyle program celebrates food and its ability to touch the lives and feed the souls of everyone. 32. Young Entrepreneur Lifestyle A brand new, three-day-a-week podcast designed to help the young entrepreneur do life and business on her terms! 33. Start Something On a mission to ignite 10,000 thriving businesses, Tina Dietz talks with small-business owners who have awesome lives and are paying it forward.

38. 34. Glambition Radio Ali Brown interviews thought leaders, passionate business builders, multimillion- dollar mavens, and catalysts of change. 35. Unity in Naperville Reverend Kitty Benson offers a live weekly recording of uplifting and inspiring messages on Christian living. SOURCE: http://www.inc.com/marla-tabaka/35-outstanding-podcast-picks-from-entrepreneurs-like- you.html?cid=em01016week14a Intellectual Fun By Thomas Oppong 29 (Lesser-known) But Awesome Places to Learn Something New Every Day Learning is not just limited to schools and universities anymore. It’s a life-long process that can enrich your knowledge every day. Your career, personal life, and total well-being will never be the same if you can commit to some of these awesome resources. This list of resources (selected based on the number of up votes on Product Hunt) will point you toward sites that will help you learn about topics that are of interest to you. These sites can help you challenge yourself to learn something new every day. 1.University of Reddit: Learn 1,000’s of new things, from reddit

39. 2. Zidbits: Huge collection of fun facts, weird news, and articles. 3. InstaNerd: Be smart, instantly 4. Degreed: A lifelong learning platform 5. Daily Curiosity: Get informed with 5 new amazing topics, delivered daily. 6. Lrn: Learn to code at your convenience 7. Flowkey: The easiest way to learn piano 8. Brain Pump: Random educational videos. Learn something new 9. Code School: Learn to code by doing 10. Lookmunk: Find the best websites to learn something new everyday! 11. CoffeeStrap: Learn a language by meeting cool people 12. 5-minute Drops: Learn a new language. Just 5 minutes per day 13. Makezine: DIY projects, how-Tos, electronics, crafts and ideas for makers 14. Salted: Learn skills and recipes from expert chefs 15. Daily Bits Of: Learn anything, anywhere, with daily courses via email 16. Skillshare for Mobile: Learn just about anything 17. Zaption:Turn online videos into interactive learning experiences 18. Coursmos: Build your online education business 19. Chalk Street: Learn the things that are important to you 20. Guides.co: Modern “How To” guides

40. 21. Alison: Free online courses from the world’s top publishers 22. Course Buffet: Find and compare hundreds of free online courses 23. Now I Know: Learn something new every day, via email 24. Curious: Play the game of lifelong learning 25. Memrise: Learning, made joyful 26. Snapguide: Discover and create guides on all your favourite topics 27. Big Think: Articles and videos featuring expert “Big Thinkers.” 28. Highbrow: Expand your knowledge universe in just 5 minutes a day 29. Greatist: Real facts and doable steps for your happiest life The author is the founding editor at AllTopStartups (tools, resources and ideas for starting and growing a startup). He is also the curator at Postanly, a weekly newsletter that delivers the most insightful long form posts from top publishers. Here’s a sample. Sign up for free.

41. 50 highly recommended documentaries All have links in the titles. Many are on Netflix and DVD load from public libraries or freely online. I’ve seen most all of them, and not a dud in the bunch! Health and Diet 1. Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead (2010) By trying a juicing diet, Joe Cross is able to experience a new perspective on life while making the cross-country journey across America. You can watch on Netflix. 2. May I Be Frank? (2010) Frank’s choice to cut out all toxins and go completely vegan is inspiring for anyone who wants to have a healthier life, both mentally and physically. You can watch it on Hulu. 3. Simply Raw (2009) This documentary shows the impact a raw diet can have on anyone, especially a group of diabetics who go raw for 30 days. You can watch it on YouTube. 4. Vegucated (2011) Watch three New Yorkers embark on a vegan diet on Netflix.

42. 5. Food Fight (2004) Why are there so many packaged foods? And why is junk food cheaper than health foods? Watch on Hulu to see for yourself. 6. Supersize Me (2004) Though this documentary has been called out for exaggerating the effects of McDonald’s food, it is eye-opening to see how a diet consisting solely of fast food can impact your health. Watch it here and make up your own mind on the issue. 7. Sicko (2007) Michael Moore’s documentary sheds light on the American health care system and points out the issues that many people who just want to be healthy face every day. Watch the film online here. Crime and Drama 8. The Thin Blue Line (1988) This documentary literally freed a man from prison. Errol Morris’ dedication to discovering the truth behind the Randall Adams’ case led to the reopening of a murder case. Watch the whole documentary on Netflix.

43. 9. Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room (2005) Director Albert Gibney takes a look into the corporate greed that defrauded thousands of workers in the Enron scandal. Watch it on Hulu here. 10. The Act of Killing (2013) Focusing on the Indonesian Killings of 1965–1966, this documentary can be difficult to watch. It confronts the terrible fact that the government contains many of the people involved in the genocide many years ago. You can watch it on Netflix. 11. The Art of the Steal (2009) This documentary shows the lengths many people will go through to receive private property — in this case, several priceless pieces of art — even if it means breaking apart a man’s clearly-written will. Watch it on Netflix. 12. The Imposter (2012) This documentary, which feels more like a thriller, examines a couple whose 13-year old son was found three years later in Spain. However, their “son” is clearly a man in his twenties — so for what reasons do they believe this man is their son? Watch it on Netflix.

44. 13. Man on Wire (2008) When Phillipe Petit strung a wire between the two World Trade Center buildings and walked across it without any safety measures, the world was astounded. You can watch the man behind the feat on Netflix. 14. Inside 9/11 (2006) Though it is painful to relive, this documentary examines the before, during and after of the deadliest terrorist attack on American soil. Watch it here. 15. A Film Unfinished (2010) This documentary features an unfinished Nazi- produced film from the 1940s. Lacking both sound and a definitive ending, this film brings an eye-opening view on the Warsaw Ghetto during the Nazi reign. You can watch it on Hulu. Science and Exploration 16. In the Shadow of the Moon (2007) Featuring first-hand testimonies of the only men who set foot on the moon, this documentary serves as a great reminder that there’s a whole universe outside our planet. You can watch it here. 17. Titanic: The Final Word (2012) Though James Cameron is known for his blockbuster films, he has gone on more expeditions to the Titanic ruins than anyone else in the world. This documentary examines the sinking and shed new light on the infamous disaster. Watch it online here.

45. 18. Solo (2008) In 2007, Andrew McAuley began his journey to be the first man to kayak from Tasmania to New Zealand. Recovered footage of his journey examines the man who was willing to risk his life to achieve this record. You can watch it on Youtube. 19. Touching the Void (2003) Based on a book by the same name, this documentary shows the events of two men who get separated while climbing the Andes. Hailed as one of the best British documentaries, it conducts interviews with the two men and features reenactments of the events. This is available on Amazon. 20. Blindsight (2006) This inspiring story features a group of Tibetan blind boys who, shunned by their family and community due to cultural stigma, climb the north side of Mount Everest. You can watch it on Hulu. 21. Gasland (2010) This film answers questions many people have regarding fracking, while raising questions about why it’s happening today. You can watch it on Youtube. 22. Encounters at the End of the World (2007) Antarctica has as much beauty and wonder to it as any other part of the world. This film shows the beauty of this land and the people who study it. You can watch it on Amazon.

46. Pop Culture 23. Marley (2012) Director Kevin Macdonald’s documentary takes a look into this influential musicians life to examine why he’s still influential even today. You canwatch it on Netflix. 24. 20 Feet From Stardom (2013) Behind almost every singer is a group of backup singers. Watch a new perspective of singers on Netflix. 25. Festival Express (2003) Take a look at one of the biggest musical tours of 1970. A must-see for any music lover, you can watch it here. 26. Senna (2010) Known as one of the greatest sports documentaries, Senna uses footages from the ‘80s and ‘90s to tell the story of Aryton Senna. His fame as one of the greatest Formula One racers lives on. You can watch it on Netflix. 27. Russell Brand: From Addiction to Recovery (2012) This documentary covers Russell Brand’s journey from addict to sobriety. Including facts about alcohol addiction and the mental and physical struggles he overcomes, his story can inspire anyone with similar addictions. You can watch it here.

47. 28. Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010) Created by renowned graffiti artist Banksy, the film proves to be an interesting look at Los Angeles street art and the impact is has on the people. You can watch it on Netflix. 29. Charles Manson: The Man Who Killed the Sixties (1994) Charles Manson’s belief led to the creation of a cult-like following who would go on to kill seven innocent people. Seeing the impact this man had on people is astounding, especially when you realize what he encouraged. You can watch it online. 30. The Great American Cowboy (1973) The winner of the 1973 Academy Award for Best Documentary, with plenty of action and thrills, you won’t look at the rodeo the same way again. You can watch it in four parts on YouTube. 31. Best Worst Movie (2009) Troll 2 is one of the worst movies created — but it has one of the largest cult followings. This documentary gets to the heart of the behind-the-scenes and helps explain what makes the bad so appealing. You can watch it on Netflix. Family Life 32. Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2012) Jiro is the world’s best sushi chef. He is so devoted to his work he literally dreams of it and of being even better. With plenty of heart, this documentary examines Jiro’s relationship with his son and the desire to reach perfection. You can watch it on Netflix.

48. 33. Jesus Camp (2006) There’s a camp in North Dakota where Christian children are told they can “take back America for Christ.” Hard to watch at times, this film is an eye-opening experience. You can watch it on Netflix. 34. The Queen of Versailles (2012) Originally meant to be a quick look at the obscenely rich, this documentary follows a family as they go from riches to rags with the 2008 housing market crash. Bouncing from funny to heart wrenching, you’ll have to prepare yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions. You can watch it on Netflix. 35. The UP series (1964-Present) This documentary series follows the lives of fourteen British youths from 7 to 56. With a wide range of demographics, you see how differently the lives play out for the privileged and the poor. You can watch 7 Up and 56 Up on Netflix. Animals 36. March of the Penguins (2005) This well-known documentary shows the lengths emperor penguins go through to ensure their children survive the incubation period in the frigid Antarctic. It’s moving and will tug and your heartstrings. You can stream it on Amazon. 37. Blackfish (2013) This film gives insight on the accidents associated with Seaworld’s whales and shows how the attacks are more humankind’s making due to years of mistreatment, rather than natural instinct. You can watch it on Netflix.

49. 3. Winged Migration (Le Peuple Migrateur) (2003) With some of the most beautiful shots in documentary history, this follows the migration patterns of birds throughout the seasons. This is a visual masterpiece that will leave you breathless until the final credits. You canwatch it here. 39. Grizzly Man (2005) Timothy Treadwell lived with the bears he studied and loved and was eventually killed by them. A look at how obsessive behavior can lead to disaster, the film is powerful and haunting. You can watch it on Hulu here. 40. The Cove (2009) In a small town in Japan, the people’s livelihood comes from hunting the endangered and beautiful dolphins. With beautiful underwater shots and shocking images of the industry’s impact on the ecology, you’ll have a deeper respect for the beauty on the world after watching this. You canwatch it on Amazon. 41. The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill (2005) Many years ago, a flock of parrots gathered in a section of San Francisco. Though no one knows where they came from, a street musician soon formed a bond with the birds. This documentary is a charming and intelligent story of humanity and nature. You can watch it on Youtube. 42. The Hellstrom Chronicle (1971) A mix of documentary, science fiction and horror, The Hellstrom Chroniclepresents a struggle between humans and insects. Though you may be more wary of insects after watching this, it shows that small things can have great power when combined. You can watch it in parts on Youtube.

50. Overcoming Difficulty 43. The Invisible War (2012) Tackling the subject of rape is hard enough, but this documentary goes to great lengths to expose the attacks female American soldiers face within their own ranks. This will force you to question a government that would cover up these crimes and a military that would allow them to happen. You can watch it here. 44. Brooklyn Castle (2012) Brooklyn Castle reveals the impact extracurricular activities have on children in schools, particularly inner-city schools. Following a group of children who just want to play chess, it reveals how important it is for kids to have options at school. You can watch it on Netflix. 45. Bully (2011) Focusing on two students whose bullying eventually led to their suicides, the documentary follows five children who were bullied. It shows how hard it is for children to defend themselves and why it’s important to step in when bullying occurs. You can watch it on Netflix. 46. Fambul Tok (2011) Though the fighting is over, the effects of the civil war in Sierra Leone are still present. Translating into family talk, Fambul Tok shows how the perpetrators of vicious crimes still walk among their victims without the fear of imprisonment or punishment. You can watch it on Netflix.