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12 Awesome Lessons Video Games Taught Me About Life

September 12, 2014 by Contributor 1 Comment

Being a gamer for 15 years does have its perks. I’ve already cast thousands of fire spells, single-handedly destroyed gods from Greek mythology and even saved the universe a few dozen times. It’s like having an amazing adventure. The only catch is that instead of a sword, I’m holding a game controller.

What’s great about video games is that it makes me feel like I’m in control of my own destiny. Sure, there’s still a plot to follow but creating my game character’s build, choosing how I’ll interact with NPCs (non-player character) and deciding which loot to keep are more often than not, up to me, the player.

Furthermore, there are also some valuable life lessons I learned from playing video games. In fact, I’ve decided to share 12 of them right here.

1. Starting from the bottom is pretty much normal.

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The Types of Bosses You Encounter in the Workplace

July 23, 2014 by Contributor Leave a Comment

Each and every one of us needs to find a job and work hard to earn for a living. Although some were born with a golden spoon in their mouths, there is no way people will not aspire to achieve something. But just like the thrill in chasing your dream job, ending up with an all-positive superior can be based on how lucky you are.

Every boss is different, and it’s difficult to fit them in a stereotype. But sometimes, our bosses seem to be made from the same mold. Here are some of the types of bosses you may bump into in the span of your career:

The Bitch

The movie Horrible Bosses was made for a reason. These type of bosses will definitely eat you alive. If you are going to play the martyr and not do something about it, you will end up to be a star of your own drama special. On the other hand, you must maintain your coolness in the name of professionalism. It sucks, right?

The Friend

Life is not about being negative all the time. There are supervisors or managers that don’t seem to be superiors, in a good way. They are the ones who like to connect with their subordinates, the boss who doesn’t want to be called a boss. Well, there’s a so-called leader after all. The bond become so comfortable that they can even tell you their sex life.

The Passive-Aggressive

You may consider this type as the combination of the first two with number 1 being the dominant side. Plastic may be the word in layman’s term. These people may appear friendly on the outside but would love to kick you out on the inside. They seldom talk directly to their subordinates about matters. All they do is kill you with the silent treatment.

The Bad Mouth

They may be considered as the combination of the first three. Bad mouths may appear as a friend but tends to say negative things about their subordinates, be it work-related or something personal. If you ever hear them talk that way about other people, chances are, they talk nasty about you too.

Nobody said that everything will turn out smooth in the office. Just like what they say, you cannot please everybody. You must take into consideration that these people will always be a part of your environment. Believe it or not, they bring balance in your typical office setting. What you can do is bring the positivity all the time and everything will be fine. After all, some people simply reciprocate treatment depending on how they are being treated.

What type of boss you have encountered in your career journey? What other types can you add to the list? We love to hear your thoughts!

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** Author’s Bio: An old school music junkie, Roxel Gestiada loves to write blogs and articles while listening to slow rock, ballads, and OPM. He loves to watch local and foreign movies depending on the mood of the day and is a big fan of the NBA team, Boston Celtics. Follow the man through his blog.

Running Guide For Busy Millennials

June 27, 2014 by Contributor 1 Comment

Being physically fit is a must if you are to keep up with any demanding task that needs to be done day in and day out. However, not everyone is able to do so since their tight schedule prevents them from doing any physical activity, which of course, can be huge a problem. So what can a person do if they can’t do something to keep themselves in shape? Worry not because the answer you’re looking might be in the form of running.

Why running? Simple, because unlike a gym membership, you don’t need to pay a lot since you only have to invest on a good pair of running shoes and a track to run on and you’re all set! Running is definitely a cheap and a great alternative to a gym membership, but time constraints and similar reasons still pose as a problem. Or is it? Whether you’re training for your first marathon or just aiming to become physically fit, these few tips can help you work your way around your busy schedule. So what are you waiting for? Go out and break a sweat! [Read more…]