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?”
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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.
Introverted? Check Out These Tips for Career Success
Andy from Columbia, MO, “All of my coworkers are loud and outgoing. I’m pretty shy and feel overshadowed by them. I like my job and I’m good at it, but feel like my team values these kinds of people more than they do how I am. What should I do?”
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Find Job Opportunities Through Temporary Work
Carlos from Galveston, TX, asks, “I’ve got good office skills and experience, but can’t find a full-time job. My sister told me to try the temp agency in our town, but isn’t that just wasting time I could be using to find a proper job? What do you think?”
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Find a Job On the Go with These Mobile Apps
Gene from Warwick, RI, asks, “I’ve been unemployed for over half a year now. I don’t have a computer, but get on the Internet through my smartphone. Can you recommend some apps to increase my career and financial chances?”
Find a Job by Putting a Creative Spin on Your Résumé
Tan from Muskegon, WI, asks "I've sought help on making sure my résumé contains the right information - now I want to make it look visually appealing so it stands out in the sea of résumés. Do you have any tips?"
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