Life at the Bottom of the Totem Pole
Happy Monday, Career Girls! This is my first post in 2013 so it only feels natural to discuss our New Year’s Resolutions, but I think we’re all feeling slightly bitter that we vowed to...
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Tales from the Energizer Bunny
Happy Monday and Merry Christmas Eve! This holiday season is my favorite time of the year – even if nothing in my frazzled life makes sense, everything feels just right at Christmas (or maybe...
Office Etiquette – What Not To Do
Happy Monday, everyone! I’m sure you’re wondering who I am and what I’m going to discuss as a new columnist for your favorite blog, Ms. Career Girl. So here’s the 411: My name’s Meghan...
Your Career Questions… Answered!
You asked us career questions using this form: http://bit.ly/Taq9sG Thank you and keep’em coming! Here is feedback on one of your questions… Question 1: I work as a sales rep with a Marketing Degree...
Skirts and Sneakers NOT Allowed.
Dear women of Chicago, My heart breaks a little every time I see you walking down the street with THIS situation going on south of your knees. Who told you this was acceptable fashion...
Giving PROPS and the Glorious After Effects
Remember the last time someone in your organization HOOKED YOU UP and you thought, “Wow, that person really went above and beyond for me. How cool of them.” You said “Thanks” and that was it? ...
Bosses- They Don’t Have ESP.
It’s so freakin’ EASY to blame our bosses. “Yeah, I didn’t get the promotion. My boss is such a $%*.” “Well, I would have gone on that trip for the conference if my boss...
3 Tips for Knowing when to Quit your “Dream” Job
When I was in college, one of my best friends had dreamed of being a lawyer since she was in grad school. She did everything she could to get into a top ten law...
Should you ever take a job you hate?
I’m picky. I admit it. I’m picky about everything – friends, hair, jewelry, and boys; and yes, I am picky about employment – even in this employer’s market. Now that I work in two...
When to Take an Unpaid Internship
By, Rachel Martin I have finally come to the realization that I have a good resume. I’ve worked hard and I am proud of what I’ve done. So, I totally agree with Christine in...