Is there a particular program that you want to run automatically, every time you turn on your computer? Here’s how to make that happen. What we’re talking about today is usually the OPPOSITE of how we discuss this topic. So many programs want to insert themselves into the “startup” process when they have no […]
Apr 2014
How to get back an accidentally closed browser tab
You’re on the internet, maybe doing some research, and keeping track of a few different things in various tabs in your browser of choice (probably Chrome or Firefox, maybe even Internet Explorer). You go to click on one of the tabs, and you accidentally click the little “X” at t ... Show More
7m 44s
Apr 2014
For computer security, you need these 3 things
Update: Unfortunately, since version 2 was released, Malwarebytes is no longer working properly. In fact I have seen on several computers where it is messing up other programs, including my clients’ online file backup software. I am recommending that Malwarebytes be uninstalled. ... Show More
16m 6s
Aug 2024
How to Choose The Right Quest
<p>Today, we'll talk through how to identify and pursue the big, consequential ideas - what we'll call Quests. We go through how to identify them, how to wrap our arms around them, and what to do when you (inevitably) feel intimidated. We'll do it with a little help from the 90 Y ... Show More
25m 45s
Sep 2024
Episode 259: EwK259 - 8 things that can prevent us from starting new projects
<p>September can be a time for new beginnings, although really, we don't need to wait for a certain month to start something new. Still, lots of people are talking about new plans and ideas at the moment and it got me thinking...<br><br>Some people just get an idea and run with i ... Show More
17m 49s
Sep 2022
5 Tips to Trick Your Mind into Overcoming Procrastination
[[:encoded, "Mind over matter, right? Sometimes, that’s easier said than done. When we’re faced with a laundry list of to-dos and with not enough time in the day, it can be easier to distract ourselves and push things off to the next day. And when more items get added to our ... Show More
8m 58s
Jul 2024
The Before We Get Started (rebroadcast)
<p>Hey team,</p> <p>I've recently been thinking about task initiation a lot, but while working on the first draft of this episode, I realized that there were a few ideas that were important to explore first.</p> <p>So in this episode, we're going to be exploring some ideas of exe ... Show More
12 m
Oct 22
What’s Wrong With Your Computer?
<p>If your computer has been slowing down or showing its age, you might not need to replace it just yet. Wirecutter senior staff writer Kimber Streams, who covers laptops and accessories, shares practical steps for reviving an old machine—and how to tell when it’s finally time fo ... Show More
34m 15s