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Mon, Sep 19 2011

Ask a career coach: How can I make my job exciting again?

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My job is already feeling stagnant (and I haven’t been here that long), how do you make a job feel fresh again? The first step is to get crystal clear on what gives you a sense of fulfillment. Think...

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Mon, Sep 12 2011

Quiz: Are you about to be laid off?

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Getting laid off or even fired can be a shocking and upsetting experience. Being prepared can help cushion the blow so take our quiz to find out if your job could be on the chopping block next. Whether...

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Fri, Apr 29 2011

7 tips for ending a toxic friendship

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Break ups are never easy, whether it’s the end of a romantic relationship or a friendship. Here’s how to break up with a friend without making an enemy. Toxic friends come in all shapes and...

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Wed, Apr 27 2011

So you want to write a book?

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We’ve all thought at one point that we would like to write a book. So let’s take some advice from the professionals. Here are six tips for success as a writer from the author of Stuck in Downward...

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Mon, Apr 25 2011

How to negotiate with phone companies

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I don’t usually look this happy when dealing with phone companies but here’s how to communicate with them so you get the phone service you need. Whether it be cell phone, or land line, Blackberry...

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Fri, Apr 22 2011

Don’t neglect friends for new love

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A new romance can be completely encompassing but here are three steps to maintain your relationships when you fall in love. The euphoria of a new romance can be addictive, thrilling and…time-consuming....

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Wed, Apr 20 2011

Ask a career coach: How do you network?

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Networking is about getting support in our professional lives. Many people tend to shy away from networking because they have a misconception about what networking is. The belief that networking is about...

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Mon, Feb 21 2011

RRSPs for 20-somethings

Also in: Money, Must-Reads

Don’t get scared away from RRSPs by numbers and financial jargon. Here’s some of the easy-to-understand basics of RRSPs. You’ve heard it a million times, you need to start saving for...

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Thu, Feb 17 2011

How to hail a cab in NYC

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Having grown up in Toronto, I’m no newbie when it comes to big cities and New York City didn’t disappoint. One lady I met (a Canadian and former Dior house model living in the city) said it...

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Mon, Feb 14 2011

Tax tips for 20-somethings

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No one likes tax season but here’s some advice to get you through all the paperwork without pulling out all your hair…unless you can rock the bald look. Please be advised that this article...

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