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5 Career Boosts That Cost Less Than A Cup Of Coffee
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Oct 11, 2015
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6 Common Body Language Mistakes That Can Cost You A Job
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Oct 8, 2015
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The Secret To Having A Successful Career Is One Of These
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Oct 1, 2015
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The Real Consequences Of Job Hopping
The concept of job hopping — staying at a company for just one to two years before switching to the next — is a much-discussed topic. One that people h
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10 Instagram Accounts That Serve Up Major Career Inspiration
Instagram can be a fountain of inspiration (albeit, an addictive fountain), so I’m always on the lookout for new accounts to follow. My feed was initiall
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7 Tips For Leaving Your Bad Mood Out Of Your Work
Long gone are the days when we can “leave it at the door” upon walking into the office. That’s just not realistic. If you’re still trying to compar
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The Secret To Finding A New Job In 30 Days
A job search doesn't have to be long and arduous. By properly preparing and taking the necessary steps, you'll land your dream job by the end of the month.
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The 4 Worst Things You Can Say During A Job Interview
There are a lot of important things you should talk about in a job interview. These aren't them.
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The Secret To Landing The Job You’re Already Doing
Dedication and commitment are the keys to moving from intern to employee. When you've got your foot in the door, take advantage of the opportunity!
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5 Tips For Exiting An Awful Work Situation
The average American now works about 47 hours per week. That is roughly 2,350 hours per year if you count — and take — two vacations. I stopped my math
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When It’s Okay To Say “No” At Work
We love the idea of possibility, and with the rise of the heroism of entrepreneurship, saying “yes” is associated positively with adventure, risk, and
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The Surprising Reason I Walked Away From A Career At Google
Recently, there has been a ton of career advice aimed at young women and each piece contradicts the last one.
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The Definitive Guide To Finding A Job In Another City
Location, location, location. The age-old cliché has come to hold significant meaning in my career journey. Coming from a small town in Minnesota, I
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5 Networking Events That Are Actually Worth Your Time
Does just the thought of "networking" make your palms sweat? Here's how to pick out the events that are perfect for you.
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How To Find Motivation When You Feel Like You’re Failing
Defeat is not a word that rolls well off the tongue. It’s a chewy sentiment; it takes mulling over, digesting, and eventually, the nerve to just spit it
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The Career Mistake You Can Fix In A Minute
We’ve all probably fallen into this trap: We are so concerned with accomplishing the many tasks on our to-do lists that we forget to stop and look at the
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Why Making Your Bed Is One Of The Most Important Things You’...
Growing up, I had a picture in my mind of what a “real career” looked like: power suits and corner offices, lunch dates with my co-workers, and paid ti
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Being A Travel Writer Isn’t All Palm Trees & Pleasure Cruises
You’re jetting off to exotic destinations every week, you make $150,000 a year, and you spend most of your time writing about piña coladas. It’s divin
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4 Inspiring Podcasts That Will Bring Out Your Inner Entrepreneur
Podcasts are back: They are in vogue and they are profitable. While the
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Why It’s Okay To Brag About Yourself
By Elana Lyn Gross I struggle with sharing my accomplishments at work. Maybe you can relate? I never want to come across as boastful, arrogant, or in
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‘s Tami Taylor Can Teach You About Career Su...
Tim Riggins may be the main reason you're obsessed with Friday Night Lights, but I'd argue that Tami Taylor brings way more to the table.
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Take It From T Swift & Shake Off The Career Haters
By Ryan Burch The only person in charge of your life is you. One of the hardest parts about going through a transitional phase is having to explain your jo
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The Boss Of #BanBossy On Working With Beyoncé & Sheryl Sandberg
Photographed by Diana Zapata. By now, you’ve almost certainly heard (or watched) the #BanBossy campaign, Sheryl Sandberg’s attempt to ban the w
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What It’s
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By mastering viral content, listacles, and other oddities BuzzFeed has become one of the most popular social news organizations around combining emotion an
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This Expert Can Help You Navigate Your 20s
Photo: Courtesy of Career Contessa. Life is hard. Practically everyone will utter that short sentence at least once in his or her lifetime. However, as ubi
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Meet A Professional Matchmaker Who Helps You Find The One
Photo: Mallory Benedict/Courtesy of Career Contessa. The dating world has long been a tumultuous space — filled with uncertainty, indecision, and mor
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This DIY Enthusiast Found The Perfect Career
Photo: Sawyer Baird/Courtesy of Career Contessa. For those who need a little help on the home improvement front, Home Depot is the go-to spot. Characterize
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Miami Skin-Care Specialist Has No Interest In Slowing Down
Photo: Diana Zapata/Courtesy of Career Contessa. Sometimes, navigating the wealth of skin-care research can seem daunting. Luckily, we have access to savvy
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How This Co-Founder Found Work-Life Balance
Photo: Lauren Kallen/Courtesy of Career Contessa. Finders keepers, losers weepers. This familiar idiom is a perfect way to describe the innovative shopping
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What It’s
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Like To Do Social Media All Day Long
For the fashion-conscious online shopper, REVOLVE Clothing is easily a common name. Known for its top-notch customer service, the online company acts as a
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