February 2012

Fighting the Blues at Work

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A couple of weeks ago, I celebrated Single Awareness Day— or what some “traditionalists” like to refer to as Valentine’s Day. While I promised myself that I wouldn’t let a candy corporation holiday negatively affect me in any way, I couldn’t help but get emotional every time I’d see a co-worker get a beautiful bouquet [...]

February 28, 2012 4 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

A Teacher’s Perspective: Career Advice I Wish I Would Have Followed

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Although I enjoy my job as a teacher, sometimes I wonder what else I could have done with my life. I suppose that’s why I also started a website for teachers; there has always been a part of me that wished for another career path. Before, during and even after college, I was given a [...]

February 27, 2012 1 comment CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Bringing Sexy (and Smart!) Back with Four Eyes

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Many women feel that they get more respect at work when they wear their eyeglasses. There’s even been talk that wearing glasses in an interview gives you an edge because the perception (read: stereotype!) is that people who wear glasses “appear” more intelligent.  And let’s be honest: although perception isn’t everything, it does matter, right?! You [...]

February 24, 2012 12 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

I ♥ My Dentist

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I thought there was only one type of dentist- older men with soft voices, salt and pepper hair, often reminding you of your dad or your grandfather. But since I’ve moved to New York I’ve realized that this is not the case at all. Dentist can be big strong gentlemen with a full head of [...]

February 23, 2012 8 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Volunteering = Career Development

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I have always been a volunteer. I have just simply believed in the importance of giving time and resources when and if you are able. I have had the pleasure of serving on the Associates Board for Working in the Schools (WITS), a literacy nonprofit in Chicago, for the past three years. For the past [...]

February 21, 2012 6 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Job Hunt Tactics Everyone Should Know About

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It has never been easy to find a job but considering the current climate we live in, this has become even more difficult. I’d like to share a couple of techniques that you can potentially relate to and that will help you with your job hunt. Check your social media behavior We have embraced social media [...]

February 20, 2012 6 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

One Moment in Time

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One moment in time. That’s all anybody asks for. One moment where you really have the power to do what you want to do. One moment where you are the shining star and nothing and no one on the planet can take your accomplishments away from you. One moment to be able to prove to [...]

February 16, 2012 2 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Why It’s Important to Forgive and Forget

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I had a real scare the other day.  My 3 year old daughter, Isabel, lost her balance and fell from an 8-feet-high rope ladder head first.  I was a few steps away, screamed, but couldn’t reach her in time.  She hit the dirt on the side of her head and right cheek.  Luckily, her head [...]

February 12, 2012 5 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Valentine’s Days… Or Whatever.

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Valentine’s Day is approaching and unless some stroke of whirlwind romance hits me, I will be alone. This is fine by me because I hate Valentine’s Day. Now before you stop reading- hear me out. I don’t hate Valentine’s Day because I’m bitter and don’t have someone to share the love with. My mom, grandma, [...]

February 9, 2012 13 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Startups from a Recent College Grad’s Perspective

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At the end of my college experience, I had the chance to get experience in the startup world; a lucky encounter after years of toying with the idea of law school. My first internship began at a startup incubator: a business program/co-working space that was a startup itself. As a marketing assistant/event coordinator/social media intern [...]

February 7, 2012 1 comment CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Why Hating Your Job is a Waste of Time

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Today’s post will resonate with many twentysomethings who don’t like their jobs and still have the opportunity to do something about it.  I agree with author, Jesse, when he says you don’t HAVE to accept career dissatisfaction as part of growing up.  Although changing jobs or industries may sometimes take a LONG time, it is entirely possible. [...]

February 6, 2012 0 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

Life Emergency

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“911” as we all know is the number that you call when you have an emergency – a fire, a medical problem, a burglary, etc. Am I the only one who thinks that there should be a number you call when you have a “life emergency”?  What constitutes a life emergency? Well, it’s probably different for [...]

February 2, 2012 6 comments CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE →