Matthew from Norfolk, VA, asks, "How can I make my resume rise to the top of online job boards so that recruiters will notice me?"
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Category: Job and Career Advice
What Not to Wear When Attending a Job Interview
Kellen from Portland, OR, asks"I'm just out of school and am getting ready to go on my first job interview. I'm struggling with what to wear."
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Nine Ways to Save $100 This Week
Travis from Lincoln, NE, asks, “I feel like I'm living paycheck to paycheck and am having a really hard time figuring out areas where I can possibly save up some money for the future. What should I do?”
Five Tips to Consider When Applying for a Job Within the Same Company
Rebecca from Henderson, NV, asks, “I dig the company I work for, but my team not so much. A position recently became available in a different department – I have the skills and want to apply. How do I navigate this without upsetting my boss or risking my current job if it doesn’t work out?”
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Office Romances: Worth the Risk?
Craig from Akron, OH, asks, “My heart’s conflicted. I love my job and see real potential here. But I’ve also recently developed feelings for one of my coworkers – which I know are reciprocated. Office relationships are frowned upon here. What should I do?”
How to Use LinkedIn to Help You Find a Job
Julianne from Lawton, OK, asks, "I was talking to my uncle about how hard it is to find a job, and he said I should try getting on LinkedIn. I’ve used Facebook before – is it the same?” –
What You Should Know about Socializing with Colleagues after Work
Marcus from San Jose, CA, asks, “My boss and coworkers go out together almost every day after work for happy hour or dinner. I really don’t want to join them. Seeing them during the workday is enough. Is it bad if I skip out on these gatherings?”
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Your Job Search: Who to List as Employment References
Lee from Reno, NV, asks, “I’m applying for a job, and it says I have to list two references. Do I have to include this? I’m not sure who to put.”
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Claim Tax Credits and Receive Free Tax Filing Assistance
Joan from Minneapolis, MN, asks, “I’ve been dreading tax season. I’m already having a tough time making ends meet, and now I probably have to pay a tax preparer and pay money to the IRS. Please help!”
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What Your Body Language Says about You
Mike from Austin, TX, asks: "Someone at work told me I come off bad in meetings! I don't know what I'm doing wrong or how to fix it, and I don't want this to negatively impact my job. Help!"
Four Resolutions to Make for Your Career in the New Year
Louisa from Framingham, MA, asks, “I’ve decided that 2013 is the time to start getting serious about my job and career. I want to make some plans now before I start losing my motivation. What do you suggest?”
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10 Ways to Save in 2013
In 2013, keep your finances in order with the following tips to creatively stretch and save more of your paycheck. Whether this means simply being more informed or actively pre-planning an outing, you can squirrel away enough money by streamlining your spending to stretch your budget in 2013. Start the new year well by setting yourself up for success.
