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Author: Greg Johnson

Greg Johnson is a freelance writer and tech consultant in Iowa City. He is also the founder and Director of the ResourcesForLife.com website. Learn more at AboutGregJohnson.com

In Pursuit of Elegance: Why the Best Ideas Have Something Missing

Effective Living Summary. Matthew E. May, the author of The Elegant Solution: Toyota’s Formula for Mastering Innovation, has written a new book on success through subtractive design, In Pursuit of Elegance: Why the Best Ideas Have Something Missing. [buy now] This book explores elegance and effectiveness through simplicity as a foundational historic principle that we… Continue reading In Pursuit of Elegance: Why the Best Ideas Have Something Missing

“Independence Day” by Martina McBride (Music Video)

About Artist: Martina McBride Album: The Way That I Am Released: 1993 Awards: Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year, Country Music Association Award for Music Video of the Year “Independence Day” – Lyrics Well she seemed all right by dawn’s early lightThough she looked a little worried and weak.She tried to pretend… Continue reading “Independence Day” by Martina McBride (Music Video)

Telemetry Devices for Healthcare Patient Vital Sign Monitoring

There are many new wireless devices for healthcare patient vital sign monitoring and health condition data collection history tracking that will help gather valuable personal and social data for developing remedies to cure individuals and society. For example, the Apple iPhone already has many health related apps that help individuals and medical professionals measure, track,… Continue reading Telemetry Devices for Healthcare Patient Vital Sign Monitoring

TeamViewer Remote Computer Access and Control for Training and Support

Technology Summary. TeamViewer.com offers an exceptional remote computer access and control program for Apple, Windows, and iPhone. This is an excellent tool for remote training and support. Best of all, the product is free (for non-business use), yet it’s quality, speed, and reliability exceed commercial products. The iPhone version is pictured here, yet computers can… Continue reading TeamViewer Remote Computer Access and Control for Training and Support

Terracycle Upcycling Waste by Recycling Old Product and Packaging Materials

Activism > Environmental Summary. Terracycle is an organization that helps create infinite product materials usage cycles. Manufacturers parter with Terracycle by using materials in packaging that can be reused later when they are converted with low energy to another practical product. TerraCycle makes affordable, eco-friendly products from a wide range of different non-recyclable waste materials.… Continue reading Terracycle Upcycling Waste by Recycling Old Product and Packaging Materials

Minimum Size Home Building Standards and Laws – The Legalization of Smaller Living

Effective Living > Housing > Small House Society Summary. As more people pursue simplicity and minimalism, the demand for smaller living spaces is on the rise. The shrinking and convergence of technology make it possible to live comfortably and abundantly in smaller spaces. The Movement. Jay Shafer is amassing a grass-roots campaign of thousands of… Continue reading Minimum Size Home Building Standards and Laws – The Legalization of Smaller Living

Technology Convergence and Miniaturization

Effective Living > Technology Summary. Technology convergence is the phenomenon where devices that had previously been only available individually become available in a single item. Quite often, there is a reduction in size that goes along with the combining of devices. For example a printer, copier, scanner, and fax machine when combined can share the… Continue reading Technology Convergence and Miniaturization

Volkswagen New Beetle (Bug) Evaluation and Test Drive

Effective Living > Life Mobility > Small Car Society Summary. This document presents a review of the Volkswagen Beetle. The vehicle tested was a 2008 VW Beetle rental car (from Enterprise) with 35,000 miles on it. Feedback. Comments and corrections are welcome, so feel free to contact us. Features. The most noteable features of the… Continue reading Volkswagen New Beetle (Bug) Evaluation and Test Drive

How to Build a Small Mobile Dwelling or Greenhouse

Effective Living > Housing Summary. Below is a nice video tour by Derek Diedricksen of Relaxshacks.com showing a tiny single person camping sleeper dwelling. You can learn how to build this by purchasing his book (available on his website). The book is nicely illustrated and features many designs and examples.

More Than 10 Billion Songs Downloaded From the Apple iTunes Store

Effective Living > Music Summary. The Apple iTunes Store was launched on 28 April 2003 with the seemingly absurd notion that people would pay for songs rather than download them for free from friends or other sources. The iTunes software is one of the most popular media players today. Now, about 6 years later, the store… Continue reading More Than 10 Billion Songs Downloaded From the Apple iTunes Store

Simply Car-Free by Tammy Strobel is the Ultimate Guide to Bicycling as Transportation

Effective Living > Mobility | Activism > Environment Summary. Simply Car-Free by Tammy Strobel is a comprehensive guide to car-free living. Click here to learn more or buy now. Biking Benefits. Choosing to live close to your work makes it possible to ride a bicycle (or walk) for daily commuting. This simple life decision is… Continue reading Simply Car-Free by Tammy Strobel is the Ultimate Guide to Bicycling as Transportation