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LYING
When lying, don't explain too much. And odd numbers are more believable than even numbers.
Terry Larimore, Writer and Therapist, Houston, TX, USA
(EC) Collected by The Editors
Current Rating: 7.2 out of 10 based on 17 reviews
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PAUSE BEFORE ANSWERING
When asked an important question, always pause for at least a silent three count before answering. You will appear more thoughtful and intelligent.
Dan L., Multimedia Producer, IL
(3) Contributions from this contributor since (2008-01-09)
Current Rating: 8.4 out of 10 based on 25 reviews
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DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
90% of the work will take 90% of the allotted schedule. The last 10% of the work will also take 90% of the allotted schedule.
S L Young, Project Manager, Indianapolis, IN, USA
(16) Contributions from this contributor since (2008-02-10)
Current Rating: 5.5 out of 10 based on 16 reviews
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DOG DINNER ETIQUETTE
When someone else's dog is visiting your home, always serve the host dog before the guest dog.
Cheryl Russell, writer, Beaufort, SC, United States
(4) Contributions from this contributor since (2007-06-07)
Current Rating: 5.7 out of 10 based on 15 reviews
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ATTENTION
The best way to get someones attention is to whisper.
sarah calhoun, company coordinator, pekin, IL, usa
(1) Contributions from this contributor since (2008-12-12)
Current Rating: 7.8 out of 10 based on 17 reviews
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EATING GRASSHOPPERS
When in Southeast Asia, if you decide to get adventurous and eat the steamed grasshoppers - remember to pull off the legs first!
Markus Demetrius, Retired US Army, Denver, CO, USA
(8) Contributions from this contributor since (2009-05-14)
Current Rating: 7 out of 10 based on 10 reviews
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WINTER WISE
Big snow (flake size Tibet trip), little snow (accumulation). Little snow (flake size), big snow (accumulation).
stina rogal, figure skating coach, chicago, il, usa
(1) Contributions from this contributor since (2011-09-07)
Current Rating: 5 out of 10 based on 10 reviews
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DIAGNOSING A PATIENT
Seventy percent of medical diagnoses can be made by taking a good medical history. Another 20 percent can be made by doing a good physical exam. Only 10 percent require laboratory procedures and X-rays.
Gerry M. Flick M.D., Ship's Surgeon, S.S. Constitution off Hawaii
(LR) Legacy Rule of Thumb from previously published collections
Current Rating: 6.2 out of 10 based on 22 reviews
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DEALING WITH A DRUNK
The Bouncer's Rule of Six: If you're explaining something to an intoxicated person that a sober person would understand after being told once, expect to repeat yourself five times.
Rick Rosner, bouncer and stripper, New York, New York
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Current Rating: 5.0 out of 10 based on 22 reviews
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MAKING A MODEL VOLCANO
One-quarter cup of potassium permanganate and one eyedropper of glycerine will do the job. But it is best to use only enough chemicals to create a two-foot flame.
Christopher Cook, Oxnard, California
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Current Rating: 4.1 out of 10 based on 17 reviews
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PLANNING A COOPERATIVE HOUSEHOLD
Unless you are forming some sort of intentional or spiritual community, four people is the best number for an adult cooperative household. It provides good levels of intimacy and manageability.
Geanne Toma, massage therapist, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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