Common Resume Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
In a competitive job market, all it takes is for one mistake for your resume to be discarded. With most recruiters spending little more than 5-7 seconds scanning resumes, you only get one chance...
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How to Succeed in the New World of Networking
Networking has changed dramatically in the past decade. The rise of social sites like LinkedIn and webinar software has changed professional life forever. The prevalence of online networking may mean that you need to...
Were You Recently Widowed? Here Are 4 Steps You Should Take Now to Preserve Your Wealth
Teaser: No one wants to think about what to do after the death of a spouse, but planning for your financial future is key to your security. Nothing can prepare you for the unfortunate...
Living Each Day With a Never-Quit Mindset
If you’re a frequent reader of Ms. Career Girl articles, you’re the kind of woman who is committed to success and learning all there is to know to get ahead. I commend you for...
5 Uncomfortable Things About Being a Freelancer
For many, the idea of working as a freelancer is the ultimate lifestyle. It’s a chance to be your own boss, set your ideal hours, and work from the comfort of your home. However,...
Don’t Let Taxes Steal Your Future! Protect Your Family’s Finances Through Tax Planning.
What’s the Ben Franklin quote? Nothing is certain but death and taxes? Granted, the quote seems a bit morbid, but the reality is that when it comes to taxes, many people simply think, “it...
You Celebrate Your Kids’ Wins. But Do You Celebrate the Fails, Too?
As a working mom, you most likely had to deal with obstacles along your career path to be where you are now. One concept you probably learned along the way is how to turn...
Quiet Promotions: How Corporate America is Stealing From You as An Employee (and Customer!)
Getting passed over for a promotion you deserve may cause feelings of anger, frustration, and disappointment. What’s even worse is having the workload and responsibility of someone above your position without a corresponding pay...
Remote Worker? Here’s How You Can Get the Most Out of Your Job Search
There are more remote working opportunities today than ever before. According to data collected by McKinsey, 58% of employees now have the opportunity to work remotely at least some of the time. If you...
3 Tips for Work at Home Career Mom
Add one pinch of persistent societal traditions about parenting to a dash of mom guilt, and what do you get? The struggle that just about every career mom experiences, that’s what. It might be...