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50 Things Everyone Should Know

Marc and Angel Hack Life: Practical Tips for Productive Living
If you don’t know how to do some of these, check their site for handy resources on how to learn!
http://www.marcandangel.com/2008/06/02/50-things-everyone-should-know-how-to-do/

1. build a fire 3 people  
2. learn how to operate computer 2 people  
3. use google effectively  
4. learn and be proficient in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver 1 person  
5. learn how to drive a manual transmission vehicle 200 people  
6. have basic cooking skills 1 person  
7. Tell a Story that Captivates People’s Attention  
8. Win or Avoid a Fistfight  
9. know how to deliver bad news  
10. Change a tire 22 people  
11. handle an interview  
12. manage time 18 people  
13. speed read 64 people  
14. Remember names 155 people  
15. relocate living spaces  
16. Travel light 15 people  
17. handle the police  
18. Give out better driving directions 1 person  
19. perfom basic first aid  
20. swim 397 people  
21. parallel park 13 people  
22. Recognize Personal Alcohol Limits  
23. learn how to select good fruits and veggies  
24. Handle a Hammer, Axe or Handsaw  
25. make a budget 211 people  
26. speak at least two languages fluently 3 people  
27. Do Push-Ups and Sit-Ups Properly  
28. give a sincere compliment 1 person  
29. negotiate 1 person  
30. listen carefully 8 people  
31. Recite Basic Geography  
32. paint a room. 19 people  
33. Make a Short, Informative Public Speech 1 person  
34. smile on camera 1 person  
35. Flirt Without Looking Ridiculous  
36. Take Useful Notes  
37. Be a Respectful House Guest  
38. Make a good first impression 1 person  
39. navigate with a map and compass  
40. learn how to sew a button 5 people  
41. install a home theater system 3 people  
42. type 40 people  
43. Protect Personal Identity Information  
44. Implement Basic Computer Security Best Practices  
45. detect a lie  
46. End a Date Politely Without Making Promises  
47. learn how to take out tough stains  
48. keep a clean house 294 people  
49. hold a baby 5 people  
50. jump start a car 2 people  
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Created by Keri W. on Jun 05, 2008.