Career and Income

The Power of Mentorship

Posted September 5, 2008 - 17:41 by Nora Dunn

Career and Income, Lifestyle

mentorship

We all use mentors regularly without thinking about it. But if we take charge of our lives and consciously choose mentors, we can charge ahead of the game in leaps and bounds.

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Women Are Responsible For Inequalities in the Workplace

Posted September 3, 2008 - 20:26 by Nora Dunn

Career and Income

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It’s not news that women tend to hit glass ceilings in the workplace far sooner than men do. It’s also not news that women tend to earn less money than their male counterparts in exactly the same positions.

Is it possible though, women are actually partially responsible for these inequalities? Recent studies say yes.

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Fantasy Football Leagues in the Workplace?

Posted August 29, 2008 - 08:11 by Linsey Knerl

Career and Income, Art and Leisure, Career Building, Making Extra Cash

Fantasy Football League

It’s that time again. Football fans are gearing up for the excitement of a new season. The rest of the world is prepping for how to deal with it. And Football Fantasy Leagues are popping up everywhere – including at work. But is it a good idea?

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Three paths to being a digital nomad

Posted August 28, 2008 - 01:53 by Philip Brewer

Career and Income

laptop, messenger bag, and coffee mug outside in the courtyard

I wanted to be a digital nomad before anybody--before the term existed; before the technology existed; before most people even imagined that it would someday be possible to earn a living without ever being in the same place as your coworkers, bosses, customers, or clients. Other people may have become digital nomads before I did, but nobody wanted to be one before I did.

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Our Productivity Obsession

Posted August 22, 2008 - 07:42 by Lynn Truong

Career and Income, Productivity

I spent a few weeks being extremely productive. And by productive I mean that I worked many more hours than usual. I was consumed by work. I was focused, efficient, and produced good, solid, measurable work. I was feeling pretty good about myself, until I got sick. In Japan, there is a term for death by overworking – “karoshi.”

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How good writing skills save and earn money

Posted August 21, 2008 - 13:53 by Xin Lu

Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Career and Income, Making Extra Cash

Pen and paper

A while ago an article on Wise Bread talked about how complaining via a letter works much more effectively than complaining with phone calls. This made me think about all the other ways good writing skills could be financially beneficial to a person. Here is a list of ways good writing skills could save and earn money for you.

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Fake it Till You Make It: Thrift on the Sly

Posted August 19, 2008 - 12:53 by Myscha Theriault

Career and Income

Needing to look the part, even if you'd rather not be bothered? Having to save some scones while still playing the game? I hear you. And sitting on the sidelines isn't always an option. Particularly when your network is directly related to your net worth. Here are a few suggestions to help you survive on the corporate playing field and still bank some bucks.

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Deciding when to follow instructions

Posted August 18, 2008 - 04:07 by Philip Brewer

Career and Income

Fermentation vat

Anytime someone announces that they're looking to hire, there'll be instructions on how to apply--even if nothing more than a sign that says, "Inquire within." Often, they'll want quite a bit more--resume, cover letter, samples, references, etc. There's a delicate dance involved in deciding just how completely to follow those instructions. Here are a few of the important steps.

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Doctor Blogger

Posted August 12, 2008 - 02:30 by Fred Lee

Career and Income

An M.D. quits medicine and becomes a full-time blogger.

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Do You Love Money or Hate It? Either Way, You're Sick.

Posted August 8, 2008 - 16:34 by Nora Dunn

Personal Finance, Career and Income

money

Do you love money and all things "green", or does your stomach turn at the very thought of it? Read on to explore and comment on where you fit into the spectrum.

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