Daniel Swanick

5 habits that make you look unprofessional

Do one or more of your colleagues behave unprofessionally at work, leaving you to question how they even still have a job? We’re all creatures of habit and it’s hard to change the behaviours we’ve become accustomed to. But like I’m sure your mother said, “There’s a time…

Daniel Swanick

November 16, 2015

Habits Work & Productivity

A designer’s perspective vs that of non-designers

A designer’s perspective versus that of a non-designer can be a bit different. We see the world from a different point of view; the good and the bad.

Daniel Swanick

November 13, 2015

Everything Humour

Purchasing habits of the wealthy and very rich

How much do you need to make in a year to be considered wealthy? While most Americans have varying ideas on the subject, most say you need to bring in at least $1 million per year.

Daniel Swanick

November 12, 2015

Everything Infographic Lifestyle

Common cover letter mistakes

Contrary to what you’ve heard, cover letters are still important when submitting your resumé. They’re not necessarily essential or required in every industry or for every career, but savvy job seekers always have one ready to go.

Daniel Swanick

November 11, 2015

Work & Productivity

App turns the Internet into a Kardashians free zone

Are you interested in keeping up with the Kardashians? If not, you’re probably just sick and tired of them clogging up all facets of the Internet. Don’t worry, a new app called #KardBlock aims to rid all mentions of the Kardashians from your internet browsing.

Daniel Swanick

November 10, 2015

Technology & Innovation

Learn how to leave work early with these 6 tips

Where’s the worst place you can possibly be at 4 pm on a Friday? The office, of course.

Daniel Swanick

November 9, 2015

Illustration Tips Work & Productivity

Infographic: 16 signs your co-workers secretly hate you

Did Susan from marketing just roll her eyes at you? Maybe you’re constantly forgotten about when it comes to after-hours social events? Or are there post-it notes detailing your gruesome death on your computer each morning? All of these are signs that your co-workers might secretly hate you.

Daniel Swanick

November 6, 2015

Infographic Work & Productivity

Cool looks from the 2015 World Beard & Moustache Championship

In the small village of Leogang, Austria, an epic battle took place between bearded men from all over the world. The 2015 World Beard & Moustache Championships—with even more epic facial hair than last year—showcased more than 300 contestants from 20 different countries.

Daniel Swanick

November 5, 2015

Fashion & Beauty

Subtle body language tricks to make you instantly likeable

Verbal cues aren’t the only way that humans express what they’re thinking or feeling. In fact, we express a lot through visual cues given off by our body language. It also plays a large factor in the type of impression we make on others.

Daniel Swanick

November 4, 2015

Habits Tips

8 funny charts illustrate everyday life

There are certain expectations associated with everyday life, like eating a good meal or sleeping well. However, expectation and reality are often two very different things.

Daniel Swanick

November 3, 2015

Everything Humour Illustration

Paintings on tree logs mirror their origins

You’ve seen landscape paintings before, but probably not like those I’m about to show you. New York-based artist Alison Moritsugu has created a fantastic series of paintings that capture the beauty of Mother Nature, but on tree logs.

Daniel Swanick

November 2, 2015

Art & Design Nature

Get a scream out of the top designer fears

Design careers have their challenges just like any other profession. And while designers experience fear on some level, the difference between success and failure is how they deal with that fear. With Halloween coming up, Creative Market asked designers to rank the worst of their terrors, depending…

Daniel Swanick

October 30, 2015

Health Holiday