You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
Keeping your hair color fresh on a budget isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these home hair dyes and you can get salon-quality cover at home for next to nothing.
I have encountered job seekers who had taken part in informational interviews but seemed to find them fruitless. Admittedly, having helped many clients using a straightforward appr
Some consider participating in the stock market as a form of gambling. While I agree that not everyone should be risking their money in certain investments, I believe that by takin
If you didn't reach all of your financial goals for 2013, put the past behind you and make 2014 the year you stop making the same old financial mistakes.
Food, Inc., a movie detailing the origins and production of food, came to theaters last month. While I'm glad I've become more knowledgeable about food, in light of Food, Inc.'s re
Why would someone choose to have less than they could? Lots of reasons. There are as many ways to live large as there are people who refuse to think small. Over the time I've be
Today we found articles on simple routines that keep you organized in the kitchen, ways to live on $1,000 a month, and the highest-paying low-stress careers right now.
This great nighttime routine will help you sleep, help you prepare for tomorrow, and help you be a better you. Try it tonight to have an amazing tomorrow!
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A Consumerist Editor Talks About How to Tackle Inept Customer Service
You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
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Keeping your hair color fresh on a budget isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these home hair dyes and you can get salon-quality cover at home for next to nothing.
10 Easy-to-Fix Cover Letter Mistakes
If you're not getting called in for job interviews, the problem could be your cover letter. Make sure it's up to snuff by avoiding these mistakes.
The Informational Interview: What Not To Say and More
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Insider Trading Is a Lot More Common Than You Think
We all remember when Martha Stewart pulled a Gordon Gekko. Ever wondered what exactly inside trading entails? Here's a breakdown.
How To Avoid Gambling Away Your Investments
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7 Telltale Signs a Good Deal Is a Bad Deal
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Food, Inc. and the Origins of Your Food: 3 Reasons to Remain Ignorant (Plus Free Movie Screenings)
Food, Inc., a movie detailing the origins and production of food, came to theaters last month. While I'm glad I've become more knowledgeable about food, in light of Food, Inc.'s re
10 Dumb Habits That Are Keeping You From Earning More Money
Career stalled? Income lagging? Sit up straight and read on to see if you're committing any of these income-sapping bad habits.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 01/17
Today's deals include 50% off Women's Designer Boots, 50% off Hanes Men's Underwear, $5 albums, and more!
The Many Reasons to Make Do with Less
Why would someone choose to have less than they could? Lots of reasons. There are as many ways to live large as there are people who refuse to think small. Over the time I've be
5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 01/30
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5 Reasons Librarian Is Still a Great Career Choice
Somehow libraries are still relevant decades into the Internet-age. If you're looking for a future-proof career, start thinking dusty old tomes.
How to Balance Saving for Retirement, Emergency Fund, and Paying Off Debt
Funding the personal finance Big Three — debt repayment, retirement, and emergency cash — is possible if you follow a balanced plan, like this one.
7 Reasons Millennials Should Stop Being Afraid of the Stock Market
Young people aren't investing as much as they should be — and it's costing them. Get over these fears and start putting your money to work.
Life Skills 101: How to Deliver Bad News to Anyone
Bad news isn't easy for anybody involved — speaker or listener. Make it as painless as possible by following these suggestions.
The 6 Most Important Health Appointments You Must Stop Avoiding
It's easy to delay or even skip visits to the doctor or dentist. Here's why you need to make — and keep — your important annual visits.
Best Money Tips: Stay Organized With These Simple Kitchen Routines
Today we found articles on simple routines that keep you organized in the kitchen, ways to live on $1,000 a month, and the highest-paying low-stress careers right now.
Change Your Life by Changing Your Bedtime Routine
This great nighttime routine will help you sleep, help you prepare for tomorrow, and help you be a better you. Try it tonight to have an amazing tomorrow!