Claire J. Dunn

Claire J. Dunn is a native Austinite who spends her days breaking the internet through SEO. She moonlights as a writer and marketing associate for The Daily Muse and has previously worked for top universities in the US and UK. Claire’s side-projects include academic research on teen television and improving her completion time for the NYT crossword.

Individual Health Insurance
January 15, 2012

If you’re not covered by your employer, finding good health insurance (for a good price) definitely isn’t easy. Before you dive into the sea of plans and premiums, here’s an overview of the options you’ll have, and what you need to know about each one.

4 Last-Minute Gift Ideas

4 Great Last-Minute Gift Ideas

December 22, 2011

Sometimes, waiting until the 11th hour to pick up presents is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck gifting the remnants left on the holiday aisles. Check out these quick and easy ideas to guide you gracefully through those last-minute gifts.

Holiday Shopping for Your Office

Workforce Wish List: Holiday Gifts for Everyone at the Office

December 1, 2011

Wondering what to get your boss this year? Our office-friendly holiday gift guide takes the guesswork out of the professional gift exchange and will ensure smiling faces in every cube (or office, or desk, or remote work station).

Crate and Barrel

Black Friday Bargains from the Comfort of Your Couch

November 24, 2011

Braving the crowds at dawn isn’t the only way to get great Black Friday deals this year. So if you’re stuffed with turkey and not feeling like getting a 5 AM start on the day, pass on the swarms at the mall and do some online shopping instead.

  • Best Green Companies
    5 Companies that Really Mean “Green”
    , October 9, 2011

    Many companies have tried to up their eco-friendly game, but when you examine what they’re actually doing, you’ll see that it’s not always easy being green. If you want to shop (or work!) at a sustainable company, here are 5 that practice what they preach.

  • Should You Do a Facebook Friend Purge?
    Should You Do a Facebook Friend Purge?
    , September 26, 2011

    Are Facebook updates from your real-life pals getting lost in the sea of inane cat pictures, engagement pictures, and food pictures? Here’s why you might want to consider the friend purge, plus three things to think about before you hit “x.”

  • Credit Cards
    Get Carded: Find the Best Credit Card for You
    , September 7, 2011

    Credit cards can get you cash back and travel perks and help build you credit. But with all the choices, how do you know which plastic is perfect for you? We’ve simplified the selection process with 9 great options, tailored to fit your lifestyle.

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    Defend Your Guilty Pleasure
    , August 6, 2011

    We all have guilty pleasures, even if we don’t like to admit it. But feeling guilty bad something that you enjoy is uncalled for. Follow these four steps to defend your guilty pleasures!