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5 Steps for Making Your Next Project Go Viral
By Young Entrepreneur Council | 11 Comments | January 10, 2013
Even small viral projects are a great way to get noticed – and stay noticed. All it takes is a relevant idea that is valuable, well-executed and optimized for sharing. Read »
5 Creative Ways to Think Differently at Work
By Eva Lantsoght | 11 Comments | January 7, 2013
Creativity is a skill we can all learn—but it takes practice. Here’s how to cultivate creativity in your daily routine. Read »
6 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Negotiating Your Salary
By Katie Slater | 13 Comments | December 28, 2012
Feel like it’s time for a raise? Increase your chances of actually seeing that bump in salary by better understanding what you’re getting into. Read »
Why It Pays to Remain Calm When You’re Under Financial Pressure
By Vangile Makwakwa | 7 Comments | December 27, 2012
Your bills will not disappear—at least not anytime soon. So here’s how to make good decisions even when you feel totally overwhelmed. Read »
The Fat-Free Approach To Consistently Kicking Butt At Everything You Do
By Christopher Walker | 15 Comments | December 21, 2012
Have you ever noticed some people just seem to attract success? Here’s what they’re doing differently. Read »
Spotlight Where You’re Going in Your Career, Not Where You’ve Been
By Alexis Grant | 14 Comments | December 17, 2012
If there’s one mistake job seekers and ambitious professionals make while working toward the next step in their career, this is it. Read »
How to Use Evernote and Mint for Painless Holiday Shopping
By Tim Murphy | No Comments | December 13, 2012
Don’t want to get sucked into the Amazon black hole? These (free!) tools will make holiday gift-buying so much easier. Read »
The Myth of Endurance and Why It’s Devastating for Your Career
By Amy Knapp | 8 Comments | December 12, 2012
When did we decide that the things that come easy have less value? It’s time to change our way of thinking about work. Read »
3 Rarely-Used Mint.com Features That Will Save You Time and Money
By Tim Murphy | 8 Comments | November 8, 2012
Most young professionals only use Mint.com’s most basic features, but here are a few money-saving ones you don’t want to miss. Read »
The Trick to Saving: Pay Yourself Now So You Can Live Later
By Kyra Kuik | 3 Comments | October 24, 2012
It’s never easy to save, especially on an entry-level salary. But following these guidelines will make it a whole lot easier. Read »
5 Underused Tactics to Make an Immediate, Genuine Connection with Anyone
By Scott Dinsmore | 37 Comments | October 17, 2012
No matter the status of the person you’re trying to connect with, the approach is exactly the same. (And it turns out it’s a lot simpler than you’d think.) Read »
Top 10 Apps for Maximum Mobile Productivity
By Scott Kaufman | 2 Comments | October 9, 2012
With a few dedicated apps, you can turn your mobile device into a productivity powerhouse. Read »
You’re Not the Only One Living With Your Parents
By Alexis Grant | 3 Comments | September 20, 2012
This infographic from College@Home shows just how many recent grads have moved in with Mom and Dad. Read »
The No. 1 Rule for Proofreading Your Work on the Job
By Danny Rubin | 11 Comments | September 11, 2012
Even one typo can distract a reader and cheapen all your hard work. Here’s how to make sure that doesn’t happen. Read »