Hard work and smarts will only get you so far. If you want to get to the top, you need to master the art of sucking up — but it doesn't have to, well, suck.
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Hard work and smarts will only get you so far. If you want to get to the top, you need to master the art of sucking up — but it doesn't have to, well, suck.
The Importance of Friendly Letters
Electronic messages are fast but impersonal. Learn why you should send a friendly letter instead.
12 Things You Won't Ever Use Again and Should Throw Out Today
Maybe you're sentimental, or maybe you subscribe to "out of sight, out of mind," but whatever the reason, stop hanging onto your old junk!
Should You Repair a Dripping Faucet?
Sure, that dripping faucet might be annoying, but does it make financial sense to fix it? Find out with these simple calculations.
11 Ways to Update Peanut Butter and Jelly
PB&J is quick, easy, and delicious. But even the most ardent peanut-butter-and-jelly lovers can get bored by eating the same three ingredients.
10 Homemade Baking Mixes That Save Money and Time
Nothing beats homemade cakes and breads, but who has the time? Pre-mix your dry ingredients, store, and bake later in a jiffy.
5 Best Secured Cards with Travel Rewards
You may not know that there are secured credit cards that offer travel rewards. Rebuild your credit and earn free travel at the same time!
How to Distinguish Yourself Online From People With the Same Name as You
Who shares your name online — a fugitive? Or worse, a reality show star? Learn how to distinguish yourself from other people with the same name online.
Save Energy Costs by Cooking with a Hot Box
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Even More Black Friday Savings Tips From Shopping Experts
This year, you can have your sanest, safest, and most money-saving Black Friday ever — just follow these tips from deal-finding experts.
The Best Times of Year to Start a Job Search
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How to Set Up an IRA to Build Wealth
Want to become a millionaire? All you have to do is invest $11 a day in an IRA for 40 years. Learn how to set yours up.
The 5 Best Shampoos
Keeping your hair soft, shiny, and clean isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these shampoos and your hair will always look fab.
Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Most Memorable Gift?
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The Avocado Face Mask and Other Natural Beauty Experiments
Use these recipes to make an avocado face mask and other DIY natural beauty products.
10 Ways to Have a Cheaper Evening Hanging Out With Friends
Strengthen your friendship bonds without weakening your finances with these fun, cheap outings and get-togethers.
Make Money and Declutter by Selling These 5 Unlikely Treasures
Your junk can totally be another person's treasure. Don't just dump your old stuff in the donate pile — sell them!
With Micro-Investing, Your Smartphone Pays YOU
If investing in the stock market puts you on edge, micro-investing with these three apps can help build your nest egg.
Living Cheaply for the Long Term
Frugality sites are full of advice for cutting your expenses right away. Living cheaply for the long term is different. Call it "strategic frugality."