64 Things Every Geek Should Know « Caintech.co.uk If you consider yourself a geek, or aspire to the honor of geekhood, here’s an essential checklist of must-have geek skills. The term ‘geek’, once used to label a circus freak, has morphed in meaning over the years. What was once an unusual profession transferred into a word indicating social awkwardness. As time has gone on, the word has yet again morphed to indicate a new type of individual: someone who is obsessive over one (or more) particular subjects, whether it be science, photography, electronics, computers, media, or any other field. A geek is one who isn’t satisfied knowing only the surface facts, but instead has a visceral desire to learn everything possible about a particular subject. A techie geek is usually one who knows a little about everything, and is thus the person family and friends turn to whenever they have a question. 2. If you rolled your eyes here, that is a good thing. 1. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
The Art Of Showing Off (Subtly) advertisement You’ve exchanged glances more than once with the girl who has caught your eye and the time for introductions is now. In order to really sweep this woman off her feet, you’ll need to let her know you’re the full package – a man of depth, promise and expertise in all the areas she cares about. 1. Your strategy: Focus on the foundations of your pride, not the results of it – the things you love, the moments when you knocked it out of the park. 2. Your strategy: Weave nuggets about yourself into the conversation. 3. Your strategy: If you’re not seeing any natural openings, consider an even stealthier approach. 4. Your strategy: Broadcast that you’re comfortable and self-assured. 5. Your strategy: Be playfully dismissive of your achievements.
How I Taught Myself to Code in Eight Weeks SARCASM IN RELATIONSHIPS Sarcasm – a mocking or ironic remark (American Heritage Dictionary) Irony – the use of words to convey the opposite of their literal meaning (American Heritage Dictionary) Sarcasm is a large component of social interaction and conversation. To demonstrate a sense of humor, people frequently use sarcasm as a means of “breaking the ice” during initial encounters with others. People also use sarcasm as a means of being comedic with groups of friends. Sarcasm is an indirect form of speech intentionally used to produce a particular dramatic effect on the listener (McDonald, 1999, p. 486). Many people relate sarcasm to irony, but there is a big difference between the two. The subject of sarcasm is complex because many factors are involved. Negative sarcasm, where positively worded utterances convey negative attitudes, is used frequently in everyday language. Sarcasm has been found to be “morphologically simpler and more flexible to use than direct forms” (McDonald, 1999, 487). *Question 2.
The Art of Manliness | Men’s Interests and Lifestyle 5 Kick-Ass Reasons to Give a Genuine Compliment, and How to Do It “A compliment is something like a kiss through a veil.” Victor Hugo “Do not offer a compliment and ask a favor at the same time. Compliments. Some are sincere. Some like to get them. And from time to time I think to myself that there is too few of them. Negative observations about reality are plentiful. So, here are 5 compelling reasons why it’s a good choice to use more genuine compliments in your day to day life. You can make someone’s day. Now, here are three tips for sharpening your compliment giving skills. The compliment has to be genuine. Otherwise you are just trying to take something from the one you are complimenting. A compliment delivered with positive words but with a body language and voice tonality – the two most important parts of interpersonal communication – that aren’t saying the same thing may often not go over so well. What you feel when you deliver the compliment will come through. Cultivate a habit of appreciation. Instead, observe what makes this person tick.
#53 – How to detect bullshit By Scott Berkun, August 9, 2006 Everyone lies: it’s just a question of how, when and why. From the relationship saving “yes, you do look thin in those pants” to the improbable “your table will be ready in 5 minutes”, manipulating the truth is part of the human condition. Accept it now. I’m positive that given our irrational nature and difficultly accepting tough truths, we’re collectively better off with some of our deceptions. But lies, serious lies, should not be encouraged as they destroy trust, the binding force in all relationships. Why people BS: a primer The first lie in the Western canon comes from the same joyful tome as the first murders, wars and plagues: the Old Testament. To recap from the book of Genesis, God tells Adam and Eve not to eat fruit from the tree of knowledge, as pretty as it is, for they’ll die. Please note that in this tale nearly everyone lied. People lie for three reasons; the first is to protect themselves. Ok, enough philosophy: lets get to detection.
Build a Better Social Life: 8 Tips From Wayne Dyer Best Selling author and motivational speak, Dr. Wayne Dyer, reveals his "Eight Tips To Build A Better Social Life". There's some good and practical advice in here that we feel is worth taking a look at. by Henrik Edberg “Stop acting as if life is a rehearsal. “Love is the ability and willingness to allow those that you care for to be what they choose for themselves without any insistence that they satisfy you.” One of my favorite personal development people is the psychologist Wayne Dyer. He seems to be a very warm person but he also someone who takes a lot personal responsibility and is assertive. This is reflected in his work. Dr. 1. “As you think so shall you be! “Loving people live in a loving world. “If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” How you choose to interpret people and your relationships makes a huge difference. So you really have to go inside. But to change you have to do it. 2. But this need creates neediness. 3. 4. How do you do that? 5. 6.
Dale Carnegie's Top 10 Tips for Improving Your Social Skills Image by kalandrakas. “The ideas I stand for are not mine. I borrowed them from Socrates. “Who was Dale Carnegie?” He wrote a little book called “How to Win Friends and Influence People”. Carnegie then continued to write more books and to create courses on how to interact with people, on how to make friends and on how to gain influence. In this article I’ll explore 10 of my favourite tips from Dale Carnegie. 1. “If you want to be enthusiastic, act enthusiastic.” Emotions work backwards too. 2. “When dealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but creatures of emotion.” This is so key. The body language and the voice tonality is a bit like the rest of the iceberg, the great mass below the tip of the words we use. 3. “Any fool can criticize, condemn, and complain but it takes character and self control to be understanding and forgiving.” Now these things may not be easy to avoid all together. You will also be broadcasting and receiving negative emotions. 4. 5.
Make Small Talk From Wired How-To Wiki Illustration: Jason Lee It's the junk food of conversation: quick, sugary, sickening in excess—and unavoidable. Thomas Farley, editor of etiquette guide Modern Manners, has these tips. Initiate Open with a wry observation phrased as a question: "Do these parties usually end in brawls? Of course, humor can be dicey. Think ahead As you listen to the reply, prep your next move. Keep an eye out for subjects that let them tell you more about themselves. Three topics max Movies, travel, and fiction are safe bets but don't force the conversation into these areas if its not a natural fit. Close out When its time to end the conversation simply say that you need to keep mingling, need to talk to the host, or some other excuse.