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9 mistakes you might be making in the first 10 minutes of the workday

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The first few minutes of your workday are critical to your productivity for the next eight hours.

If you show up late to the office or get sucked into an overflowing inbox, you could easily get thrown off and have a hard time focusing for the rest of the day.

We did some research and rounded up nine common traps that can ensnare you within the first 10 minutes of your workday. Read on to find out how to avoid those pitfalls and set yourself up for success.

1. Getting in late

You could be sabotaging your workday before it even begins.

A recent study, cited by The Huffington Post, found that bosses tend to see employees who come in later as less conscientious and give them lower performance ratings — even if those employees leave later, too.

It's not fair, but it's the current reality. So try to get to the office as early as possible.



2. Not greeting your coworkers

You can set a pleasant tone for yourself and others around you by taking a few minutes to catch up with your colleagues.

If you're a leader and you don't say "hi" to your team, your seeming lack of people skills could undercut your technical competence, according to Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and the author of "Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job."

Even if you aren't a manager, making a silent beeline for your desk could make you appear less approachable to colleagues.



3. Drinking coffee

If you're not the kind of person who downs a cup right when you wake up, you probably grab it as soon as you get into the office.

But research suggests that the best time to drink coffee is after 9:30 a.m. That's because the stress hormone cortisol, which regulates energy, generally peaks between 8 and 9 a.m. When you drink coffee during that time, the body starts producing less cortisol and depends more on caffeine.

Once your cortisol levels start declining after 9:30 a.m., you might really need that caffeine boost.



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50 trips everyone should take in South America

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Huacachina Oasis in Peru

With 12 countries spanning 6,890,000 square miles, there's no shortage of things to do in South America, and you could spend years exploring the continent.

However, for anyone not quitting their jobs to travel full time, we've rounded up the 50 absolute must-dos in South America.

From surfing to skiing, dry deserts to lush rainforests, and Inca pyramids to colonial architecture, here are the ultimate adventures to take.

Stargaze in Chile's Atacama Desert, the second driest place on Earth.



Hike up to the Quilotoa crater lake in Ecuador, and take in the stunning views.



Watch glaciers calve at the Perito Moreno Glacier in the Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina.



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11 people who have gone to unbelievable lengths to save money

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From making 713-mile commutes overseas to secretly living out of vans, people do crazy things to save money.

We aren't recommending you do the same (there are plenty of other, less extreme, tactics to save money) ... unless you're ready for a lifestyle change of the biggest kind.

Read on to see some of the more creative ways people all over the world have found to live on the cheap.

SEE ALSO: 8 refreshing insights about money and happiness from people who 'live tiny'

A Google employee lives in a truck in the company parking lot and saves 90% of his income

Google employee Brandon (who asked to withhold his last name) lives in a 128-square-foot truck in the company parking lot. The 23-year-old software engineer's one recurring cost is truck insurance for $121 a month — and he's saving 90% of his income by avoiding an overpriced San Francisco apartment.

He's used the savings to pay down student loans, get a head start on investing, and set aside money for his goal of traveling the world in a few years.

You can follow the live-updating "savings clock" he created on his blog to see exactly how much he's saving.

Read more about Brandon.



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One couple took on a fixer-upper home with the mind-boggling price tag of just $13,000

Paying off a mortgage can be a long and stressful process, so Justin Craig, 35, and Alia Polsgrove, 33, decided to forgo it altogether by purchasing a 103-year-old fixer-upper in cash and renovating it.

They're doing most of the renovations to the Detroit home themselves, which is saving them about $66,000, and they expect the finished product to cost a total of $120,000.

In a couple of years, they could be sitting on a nice profit margin — currently, homes on their block are listed around $215,000, and Craig predicts they'll start selling for $300,000 in another three years.

Read more about Justin and Alia.



A Los Angeles man spent 500 days secretly living in his office and saved over $20,000

In the summer of 2012, "Terry K." (the pseudonym of the writer who tells his story on Salon) rented out his Venice Beach, California apartment and moved into his office.

He used his cubicle as a bedroom for over a year, which saved him more than $20,000 and freed up the time and money to travel and pursue his interests. Today he lives in a slightly more traditional setting: a tiny home attached to his truck.

Read more about Terry K.



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33 famous people who failed before they succeeded

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Rejection can feel genuinely devastating.

But as some of the world's most successful people prove, failure is often par for course.

Grit, perseverance, resilience— whatever you call it, many influential people show that the key to success is the ability to embrace failure and adapt to change change with confidence.

For a little inspiration, we've put together a list of indisputable successes, from movie stars to scientists, who had to rebound from massive failure before they found fame and fortune.

Scroll on to see the underdogs who went on to change the world.

Rachel Sugar contributed to an earlier version of this article.

SEE ALSO: 19 highly successful people who prove it's never too late to change careers

DON'T MISS: 10 real rejection letters successful people have received

Best-selling author J.K. Rowling was a single mom living on welfare when she began writing the first 'Harry Potter' novel

Before her Harry Potter series sold more than 450 million copies, won innumerable awards, was made into a hit movie franchise, and transformed Rowling's life, she lived in a cramped apartment with her daughter, jobless and penniless, and felt like the biggest failure she knew.

Rowling has said she received "loads" of rejections from book publishers when she first sent out her "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone"manuscript, and she tweeted that she pinned her first rejection letter to her kitchen wall because it gave her something in common with her favorite writers. "I wasn't going to give up until every single publisher turned me down, but I often feared that would happen,"she said.

London publishing house Bloomsbury finally gave her book the green light in 1997, and she is now one ofthe world's top-earning authors.



Famous comedian Jerry Seinfeld suffered several setbacks before his big break

In Judd Apatow's book, "Sick in the Head — Conversations about life and comedy," Seinfeld recalls that the very first time he performed stand up, he bombed.

Though he had rehearsed his material thoroughly the night before, when he stepped out on stage, he couldn't remember a word of his act. "I stood there for about thirty seconds ... saying absolutely nothing, just standing there, freaking out. I just couldn't believe it."

After improving his stand-up act, the comedian earned a small role on the sitcom "Benson." But, according to the New York Times, Seinfeld and the show's producers clashed over the character's direction, and he was fired after only four episodes.

Unfortunately, no one bothered to tell Seinfeld he'd been cut, according to "Jerry Seinfeld: Much Ado About Nothing." Seinfeld showed up for a read-through of the script one day and found there was no copy waiting for him. The assistant director pulled him aside and told him that they had neglected to inform him he was no longer on the show.

Seinfeld was humiliated, but he went right back to performing at comedy clubs. After one performance, a talent scout for the "Tonight Show" was in the audience. Seinfeld landed a gig on the show and his career immediately took off.

"Keep your head up in failure, and your head down in success,"the comedian wrote in a Reddit AMA.



Walt Disney was fired from the Kansas City Star because his editor felt he 'lacked imagination and had no good ideas'

In 1919, Disney was fired from one of his first animation jobs at the Kansas City Star newspaper because his editor felt he "lacked imagination and had no good ideas," according to "The Wisdom of Oz."

That wasn't the last of his failures. Disney then acquired Laugh-O-Gram, an animation studio he later drove into bankruptcy. Finally, he decided to set his sights on a more profitable area: Hollywood.

He and his brother moved to California and began the Disney Brothers' Studio, eventually creating Mickey Mouse and Disneyland and winning 22 Academy Awards.



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NFL WEEK 8: Our official picks for who wins this weekend

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Through the first eight weeks of the season, it's safe to say the best thing about the NFL this year (and there haven't been many!) is the talent of the rookies.

Maybe it's yet another sign that the league is getting worse, but rookies on both sides of the ball are really making an impact all over the league. And that's really fun!

Ezekiel Elliott is the best rookie rusher since probably LaDainian Tomlinson. Will Fuller is already fun, but going to be really fun if Houston can figure out how to fix Brock Osweiler. Sterling Shepherd is overshadowed by Odell Beckham, but is finding the end zone and playing well under the radar. 

The crop of quarterbacks, obviously led by Dak Prescott and Carson Wentz, is much better than anyone expected. (Sorry, Jared Goff.) 

On the other side of the ball, Joey Bosa and Jalen Ramsey are both stars. Vernon Hargreaves III has played well for the Bucs. Darron Lee leads the Jets in tackles. 

Compare that to last year's batch of rookies. Marcus Mariota is underwhelming, Jameis Winston is erratic. Who else is there? Melvin Gordon is having a good second year, but Todd Gurley has taken a step back. Amari Cooper and Stefon Diggs are pretty great, I suppose. So is Leonard Williams, for the most part.

I don't know. Are the rookies really better this year, or is it just that the quality of play this year is so bad that we're more inclined to focus on the fun rookies? Probably, like most things, it's some combination of both. 

LAST WEEK: 8-7

SEASON: 54-52-3

Jacksonville Jaguars (+3) at Tennessee Titans (Thursday, 8:25 p.m. ET)

The usual jokes about these two teams playing on Thursday night aren't even funny anymore. Can we just sim this game?

Let's check in on the Jags' COLOR RUSH uniforms. Blake Bortles, your thoughts? 

The pick: Jaguars +3



Washington Redskins (+3) at Cincinnati Bengals (London, Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET)

Another fantastic London game to really help the fine people of England learn to love the NFL. I like the Bengals to win here, not exclusively because Andy Dalton will feel right at home across the pond. 

The pick: Bengals -3



Green Bay Packers (+3) at Atlanta Falcons (Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET)

The Falcons should permanently go back to these Vick-era black jerseys. 

The pick: Falcons -3



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14 things I learned when I quit my job to travel the world

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Two years ago, I made the decision to leave my job as a lawyer to travel the world as I transitioned into a new career as a journalist.

The decision was scary, exciting, and left me wondering more than once if I'd made the right decision.

I can now say without a doubt that I did.

The experience not only let me tick a few countries off my list, but also equipped me with skills and experiences that have been useful in both my personal and professional lives.

Like any uncomfortable endeavor, there were unexpected twists and turns. Here are some of the major lessons I learned in the process:

SEE ALSO: 12 signs you desperately need a vacation from work

1. Have a clear goal and purpose

Many people dream of quitting their jobs to travel, but it's important to think about why you want to do this, what you want to get out of traveling, and how you think traveling will achieve this purpose. 

For example, I wanted to travel to reinvigorate myself after a stressful stint as a lawyer and transition into a new career. Doing this meant traveling at a slow pace, staying in each destination for a month or two. I also needed to rent an apartment with a decent internet connection so that I could work remotely.



2. It's OK not to do everything

Everyone's reason for traveling is different, and people value certain activities and experiences over others.

For me, sampling the cuisine in each place was extremely important, so I chose to spend my time and money hunting down the best eats ... sometimes over "must-see" tourist hotspots!



3. Have an honest conversation with your travel companions about expectations and budget 

I traveled with my husband, which made this aspect easier. There was no awkwardness when we voiced our thoughts about what we wanted to do and how much money we were planning to spend.

On our trip to India, two of my college friends joined us. There were no major conflicts, but there were times when we differed in what we wanted to do, what we were willing to pay for accommodations, and even where we wanted to eat breakfast.

It was a short trip, so we were able to compromise on most things. If it was a longer trip, however, I could envision frustrations building up — potentially ruining the trip and even the friendship. 

Make sure to set expectations with your travel buddies before you depart.



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Apple just added a mini touch display on the keyboards of its new laptops — here's what it can do (AAPL)

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Apple has taken the wraps off its new MacBook Pro and ditched the row of physical function keys that's been on every personal computer for decades.

In its place, there's the "Touch Bar," a thin touch display that provides different settings and shortcuts based on what you're doing.

It'll be available in one of the two models of the 13-inch MacBook Pro, which starts at $1,799, as well as the 15-inch version, which starts at $2,399. Both will ship in the next two to three weeks.

It also looks pretty wild! So to give you a sense of how it works, here's a quick look at some of the things it can do:

SEE ALSO: Here's everything we know about Apple's next MacBook Pro

The Touch Bar is an OLED, multitouch, high-def strip that adjusts dynamically, depending on what app you're using. If you're browsing the web, for instance, it can preview your open tabs. If you're checking Calendar, it can give you shortcuts for each day or week. It can still work like a usual set of function keys, too — so no, the escape key isn't gone completely.

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On a system level, you can use it to quickly adjust your volume and screen brightness.

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While you're web browsing (with Safari at least) you can quickly scroll through your saved favorite sites, then open them with a tap. You can swipe through and preview whichever tabs you have open.

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The 16 largest historic homes in the United States

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Forget the megamansions being built in the Hamptons and south Florida — America's most opulent homes were built decades ago by titans of industry like Alfred I. du Pont and William Randolph Hearst.

The largest historic homes in America, all built before 1952, are sprawling estates located around the country. Many others have been demolished, and are not included on this list.

Some are now publicly owned, others are still in private hands. Quite a few belong to universities, and one even belongs to a presidential nominee.

16. WHITEHALL, PALM BEACH, FLA: 60,000 square feet. Henry Flagler, a co-founder of Standard Oil who built this mansion 1902, died after falling down a flight of marble stairs in the home at age 83.



15. THE BREAKERS, NEWPORT, RI: 62,482 square feet. The mansion, completed in 1895, was built as the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II.



14. MAR-A-LAGO, PALM BEACH, FL: 62,500 square feet. The estate was built by Marjorie Merriweather Post in 1924, It's currently owned by the Trump Organization and run as a private club.



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15 items you should always buy on Amazon

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The go-to online marketplace for many, Amazon offers low prices on everything from diapers and detergents to blenders and batteries.

However, not all Amazon deals are created equal.

You need to do their research to determine when to buy from Amazon and when to take your business to another retailer.

GOBankingRates.com asked top savings experts to price check several items you can purchase on Amazon to determine if they're truly good buys.

So, if you're wondering what to buy on Amazon, check out these 15 deals.

SEE ALSO: 15 pieces of financial wisdom from millionaires and billionaires

DON'T MISS: The cheapest place to travel every month of the year

1. Blenders

If you take your smoothies seriously — like ninja serious — but still want to get a good deal on a blender, Amazon might be the right choice, said Kendal Perez, savings expert at CouponSherpa.com. The below item will help keep both your body and your budget in good shape:

Price Check:

Amazon: $31.39
Target: $39.99
Walmart: $32.75



2. Mixers

If you want to take your kitchen game up a notch, consider purchasing a top-quality mixer from Amazon. Perez said that the online superstore is a great place to get deals on pro-grade mixers. The KitchenAid below above is a good example and comes in a variety of attractive colors.

Price Check:

Amazon: $279.99
Overstock: $294.99



3. Food processors

If you're looking to expand your kitchen appliance collection, Amazon can likely hook you up with a quality food processor for less. Perez found that Amazon had the best buys on Cuisinart food processors, such as the one below. Fifty dollars in savings can translate to quite a few veggies to slice and dice.

Price Check:

Amazon: $149.98
Bed Bath & Beyond: $199.99
Sur La Table: $199
Macy's: $199.99



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The 20 most Instagrammed attractions around the world

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The INSIDER Summary:

• Data from Citybase Apartments shows the most Instagrammed attractions around the world.
• Disney theme parks and sights in London and Paris make up most of the list.



It's hard to find a traveler who doesn't enjoy documenting his or her travels on Instagram. But some spots are more photogenic than others.

Citybase Apartments just released data showing the 20 most Instagrammed tourist attractions around the world.

Disney theme parks, as well as sights in both London and Paris, made up most of the list. Keep scrolling to see the most popular spots for 'gramming.

20. Vatican City

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19. Tower Bridge, London, England

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18. Disneyland Paris, Paris, France

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A rare look inside the Monte Carlo Casino, the world's most spectacular place to gamble

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There is no casino more grand and more famous than the Casino de Monte Carlo in Monaco. The ornate gambling house has been featured in multiple "James Bond" movies and is perhaps the most iconic building in the tiny principality.

Cameras are strictly forbidden inside the casino's gilded rooms. But in 2014, Reuters photographer Eric Gaillard gained access to document the casino's inner workings over three days.

He wrote on Reuters' photographers' blog: "I was surprised by the lavishly decorated interior, and greeted by the sound of vacuum cleaners as valets cleaned the gaming tables, removing dust and bits of foreign matter that might compromise gambling results. I quickly realize how privileged I am to witness this private world with its codes and particularities."

Step inside the world's grandest casino and meet the people who make it tick.

The "Belle Epoque"-style Casino de Monte Carlo is the centerpiece of Monaco, a tiny principality nestled into the French Riviera.



Inaugurated in 1863, the casino was conceived to save Monaco's House of Grimaldi from bankruptcy.



Immediately to the left of the casino complex is the Café de Paris, a popular spot for a drink and people-watching.



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41 pictures that show why a US aircraft carrier is such a dominant force

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Aircraft carriers are the heart of the US Navy. The deck of a carrier is literally a few acres of American territory floating around the world, projecting massive air and seagoing military might.

Carriers are expensive, with new Ford-class ships running about $13 billion, but they last about 50 years.

Business Insider's Robert Johnson visited the USS Eisenhower during a massive mine clearing effort in the Persian Gulf a few years ago.

The Ike, which finished two years worth of maintenance in August, is the second-oldest US carrier still in service. But as you'll see, her age takes nothing from her powerful presence near foreign soil.

This post is originally by Robert Johnson.

SEE ALSO: The 11 most incredible weapon systems used by the Russian army

The USS Eisenhower was first deployed in 1975 and is not slated for replacement until around 2025.



The US Navy currently has 10 commissioned carriers, some of which can carry upwards of 90 aircraft. Thousands of men and women serve on aircraft carriers, with 5,000 pilots, sailors, and Marines serving on the Ike at any one time.



We took this picture from "Vultures Row," overlooking the flight deck as it sends F/A-18s on patrol over the Persian Gulf.



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The 67 types of people in America, according to market researchers

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Sixty-one percent of the people in my neighborhood are Laptops and Lattes; 16% are Trendsetters; 14% are Metro Renters.

At least that’s how Esri see it.

The market research giant, with over a billion dollars in annual revenue, divides Americans into 67 different groups based on household characteristics, personal characteristics, and more, then mapping where they live. Esri gathers info from the Census, the American Community survey, and other licensed or proprietary databases.

Clients use this information to decide where to open stores, post advertisements, build developments, and more.

You can check your zip code here.

stock images esriLaptops and Lattes, if you're wondering, are well-educated and affluent professionals in the city. These yuppies "spend money on nice clothes, dining out, travel, treatments at day spas, and lattes at Starbucks."

Metro Renters and Trendsetters live nearby but don't have as much money. Metro Renters may be students or hard-working professionals trying to get ahead. Trendsetters embrace the motto of "You Only Live Once," according to  Esri

Other groups in the US include Top Tier—aka the one percent—Soccer Moms, Comfortable Empty Nesters, American Dreamers, Diners & Miners, Young and Restless, and more. Below, you’ll find Esri’s short descriptions and, amusingly, stock images associated with each group.

SEE ALSO: These factors predict how likely you are to support Donald Trump

DON'T MISS: Here's what life is like for the average person on earth

Top Tier is the cutesy name chosen for this group.

On the left are stock images chosen to illustrate the group.

On the right, you can see typical attributes of this group. In this case: married couples living in single family housing with a median age of 46 and income of $157,000, who are white professionals or managers with college degrees, who own lavish vacation homes, etc. There are about 2 million of these households in the US.

The number on top (1) signifies that they belong to LifeMode 1, aka Affluent Estates. The number on bottom (4) signifies that they belong to Urbanization group 4, aka Suburban Periphery. You can read more about those here or ignore them.







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The 30 best places to travel alone

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Although traveling solo can seem daunting, it's something that everyone should try at some point.

Solo travel allows for more self-reflection, and chances are, you'll take in more of the culture.

We've put together a list of 30 places that are ideal for traveling alone, from an adventure in New Zealand to a relaxing getaway in Cinque Terre, Italy.

Because the majority of the US is safe for solo travel, we decided to focus more on international destinations.

Talia Avakian contributed to a previous version of this article.

Vietnam is considered one of the most female-friendly places to travel in Southeast Asia. In its largest cities, like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, you’ll find a safe and vibrant environment with markets like Ben Thank and Dong Xuan Market.

Click here to get a glimpse into Vietnam's beauty >

Source: Travel Channel



The city of Vienna is just one of the reasons that Austria is a good choice for a solo trip. It's perfectly normal to enjoy a treat by yourself at one of the city's many upscale cafes.



It's easy to get around in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and the city offers great hiking, historic forts, and beaches that offer close-up views of the old town and city walls.

Source: Huffington Post



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Chipotle's new burger joint just opened — here's what it's like (CMG)

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Chipotle's very first burger restaurant is now open.

The first Tasty Made location opened in Lancaster, Ohio on Thursday, just two days after Chipotle announced that same-store sales at the burrito chain fell 23.6% in the third quarter. Chipotle is hoping it can take the lessons it's learned in burrito-making and apply them to burgers.

Here's what it's like to visit the burger chain that Chipotle is hoping will help save its business. 

 

SEE ALSO: Chipotle is fixing one of its customers' top complaints

From the outside, the restaurant has a 1950s aesthetic. Unlike Chipotle, it has a drive-thru.

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Tasty Made looked pretty busy on its first day of business.

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The location has just four items on its retro-style menu: burgers, fries, shakes, and sodas.

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17 pieces of advice that will change the way you see the world

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There's nothing more motivating than good advice. Hearing the right words at the right time can change your perspective, address a problem you haven't been able to articulate, or just remind you what's really important.

We scoured Reddit threads for people who've heard life-changing advice that changed the way they see the world. Here's what we learned.

SEE ALSO: 14 things I learned when I quit my job to travel the world

"It's only embarrassing if you're embarrassed."

"'It's only embarrassing if you're embarrassed.' Changed my life forever." - eyecebrakr



"High school ends and nobody cares about it after it's over."

"Learn to build a future for yourself — even in college, you'll need to move on while you're still there. Compartmentalise." - llosa



"Forgive yourself."

"Kicking yourself over past failures won't change what happened, it will just leave you sore from being kicked so much. Give up all hope for a better past. Own who you have been so it doesn't own you.

"This really applies to all ages, but it's a skill that takes a while to develop so you might as well start young and really figure it out. I haven't met many people under 20 who have taken it to heart, but I have found a number of people in their 20s who are really starting to get it. I've also met people in their 80s and 90s who still don't get it and are filled with regrets." - techniforus



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Vivid color photos from the Great Depression show life in one of America's darkest times

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The US entered the Great Depression — one of history's great financial calamities — in the late 1920s, and the country spent most of the 1930s mired in a debilitating economic malaise.

It ultimately took the outbreak of World War II to help the US wrench itself out of the protracted slump.

Photos of America during the Depression, much like the mood of the country, are often bleak, available only in black and white.

But the photos below, produced using color transparencies taken by various photographers between 1939 and 1941 and compiled by the Library of Congress, show the period and the people who endured it in vivid color — offering a new way to look at one of America's most studied historical eras.

SEE ALSO: Amazing colorized photos show a unique side of World War II

Trucks outside of a starch factory, in Caribou, Aroostook County, Maine, in late 1940. There were almost 50 trucks in the line. Some had been waiting for 24 hours for the potatoes to be graded and weighed.



Boys fishing in a bayou, in Schriever, Louisiana, in summer 1940. Cajun children in a bayou near a school in Terrebonne, a US Farm Security Administration project.



Hauling crates of peaches from the orchard to the shipping shed, Delta County, Colorado, in late 1940.



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13 creative pumpkin carvings that will put your jack-o'-lantern to shame

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You found the perfect pumpkin, laid newspaper out on the kitchen table, and gathered a (probably dangerous) assortment of knives. 

Now what? 

If you're looking for inspiration — or just a dose of pumpkin envy — look no further. We gathered up 13 of the most creative or popular pumpkin carving trends. From artists to amateurs, these jack-o'-lantern geniuses will leave you impressed.

Scroll down for a look.

First up — the Pumpkin Burger!

One of our colleagues at Business Insider made this version of a "Pumpkin Burger" for a Halloween contest. We wrote up a full how-to if you want to make your own, but the concept is simple. 

With a few strategic cuts (and some crayons), you can turn a pumpkin into two buns, a burger patty, tomato slice, and even chop up some "fries" for the side. The pumpkin seeds stuck to the top make perfect sesame imitators.

 

 



Another crafty creation is this "pumpkinception" cannibalism.

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By purchasing several smaller pumpkins, you can create an intimidating sight of pumpkins all chomping into each other. 



Master-level carvers use a more precise technique to make realistic portraits.

These aren't true jack-'o-lanterns since the surface of the pumpkin is simply etched into (versus cut out entirely), but the faces still glow with the help of a candle.



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Inside the Wall Street charity day where celebrities and star athletes pretend to be traders

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Bloomberg Tradebook hosted its fifth annual charity day on Thursday, October 27, with Mike Bloomberg and celebrities taking to the phones to drum up trading commissions for charity. 

Top Chef host Padma Lakshmi, musician Jon Bon Jovi and New York Giants player Victor Cruz were among the celebrities to play the role of celebrity ambassadors in New York.

In London, actress and model Suki Waterhouse and current England football manager Gareth Southgate took part. And in Hong Kong, model Sofi W and actress and singer Gigi Leung were involved. 

The day generated more than $1 million in gross commissions, the net of which will be donated to the 20 participating charities.

Here are some pictures from the event:

Padma Lakshmi, the executive producer and host of Top Chef, was raising funds for the Endometriosis Foundation of America



Jon Bon Jovi was there raising funds for the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation



Rene Goldsberry of Hamilton fame took part, raising funds for Jumpstart



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13 jobs you should avoid if you don’t want to work a lot

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sleepy yawnPutting in more than 40 hours a week is becoming more and more common in the US for a number of occupations, with some workers putting in an average of more than 58 hours a week.

As a result, more Americans are feeling overworked.

To find jobs that would be better suited for workaholics, we analyzed US Census data for about 478 occupations from the Minnesota Population Center's 2014 American Community Survey Integrated Public Use Microdata Series.

Based on that survey data, the average American works close to 40 hours a week and has a total income — a combination of salary, business, and any other form of money earned in a year — of about $50,569.

While some may work more or less than the average depending on their employer or where they are in their career, people with the following professions report typically working more than 50 hours in a week:

SEE ALSO: The 20 cities where Americans work the hardest

DON'T MISS: The 15 highest-paying jobs for people who want to work less than 40 hours a week

13. Earth drillers, except oil and gas

They operate a variety of drills such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic to tap sub-surface water and salt deposits, to remove core samples during mineral exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use of explosives in mining or construction.

Average hours typically worked a week: 50.7

Median earned income: $57,873



12. Pumping station operators

They tend, control, or operate power-driven, stationary, or portable pumps and manifold systems to transfer gases, oil, other liquids, slurries, or powdered materials to and from various vessels and processes.

Average hours typically worked a week: 50.7

Median earned income: $57,873



11. Physicians and surgeons

They diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses.

Average hours typically worked a week: 51.2

Median earned income: $222,288



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