Articles written by Kristeen Mandak

What is Helium

About me - Kristeen Mandak

I am a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University, where I obtained a Bachelor's of Arts in Communication, and a Minor in Marketing. Thus far, I have had experience in direct sales, marketing, public relations, managment, and human resources. All the while,

+ more bio information

RSS Feed

Jobs & Careers > Office Politics The more annoying co-worker: The tattletale or the gossip: 2 of 43
Unfortunately, in even the most professional of settings, there will always be a tattle-tale and a gossiper. Both can be unbearable, and if not abstained from, can cause more trouble for their co-workers. However, which is worse and should be avoided at all costs? Let's first look at the basic components ... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care Fall tips to avoid dry skin: 2 of 35
The leaves are changing colors, the weather is becoming cooler, the children are back in school, and you seem to be making pumpkin-everything lately: yes, Fall has arrived! You have probably tweaked your wardrobe for the seasonal transition, but how about your skin care regimen? The decrease in humidity may be a blessing for ... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet Programs Book reviews: Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia, by Elizabeth Gilbert: 1 of 16
Elizabeth Gilbert takes us on a journey of self-discovery in her collection of memoirs, Eat, Pray, Love to the "three I's", better known as Italy, India, and Indonesia. Gilbert's comedic voice makes it an entertaining read; in fact, you feel like one of her best friends as she takes you on her year-long trip and relays person... More..
Local Guides > Orlando Spending Christmas at Disney World, Florida: 1 of 15
Christmas at Disney World is just as magical as the ads show you, but be warned that it is also the busiest time of year to go! To make things even more stressful on your relaxing family trip are the plethora of activities to choose from to make your holidays joyful. What should you choose? Are they worth the hassle?First, co... More..
Jobs & Careers > Managing Your Career (Other) Do you hate your job?: 5 of 64
I love my job! I know, this is uncommon; most people are either satisfied or absolutely hate their current jobs. But before I portray myself as sickeningly happy-go-lucky, I will admit that I have held down jobs in the past which I hated. I hated my job so much in the past that I would dread waking up in the morning and somet... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends If adult cartoons are bad for kids, should they be aired on TV?: 4 of 50
It is a misconception that cartoons are solely for children. In fact, not many people know that Looney Tunes were originally made for adults to watch in theatres, in order to uplift their spirits during the Great Depression and WWII. (If you watch a couple of episodes, you will see that there is silly adult humor hidden ... More..
Entertainment > TV Genres & Trends Are you proud to be a fan of reality tv?: 2 of 19
There are few TV shows today that do not fall under the category of reality. Since the debut of Survivor in the spring of 2000, reality shows have become a TV phenomenon. You can choose to watch anything from shows to find true love, games and challenges to win money, weight loss, singing, dancing, and modeling competiti... More..
Entertainment > TV News & Commentary TV commentary: Is Family Guy really a family show: 3 of 25
Anyone who has watched the program Family Guy would agree that it is definitely not a "family-friendly" show. However, that is the point of the show's title: it is supposed to be a satire! Not every family is perfect, and this cartoon is meant to expose this in a humorous and sometimes extreme fashion. Consider the opening: L... More..
Entertainment > TV News & Commentary Looking at how reality television reinforces gender roles: 1 of 8
Gender equality has arguably come a long way in the last century. Gone are the days when women couldn't vote, work outside the home, or legally be harassed by their male counterparts on the job. Men are increasingly taking the role of "Mr. Mom" at home, and aren't threatened by the fact that their wives are the breadwinners o... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss Your diet at work: 2 of 12
Surprisingly, one of the main culprits that contribute to the failure of a diet plan is where you spend a big chunk of your day: at work! Between the donuts available for breakfast, the vending machines, and co-workers wanting to go out to eat for lunch, those eight hours can virtually destroy your diet plans. However, there ... More..