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From starting your first job to managing your first team, expert advice for the ambitious woman on navigating a successful career

Sneaky Secrets for Staying Awake in a Meeting

February 22, 2012, No comments

We’ve all been there: You’re exhausted, but you’re stuck in a meeting that seems like it will never end. But you’ll never have to worry about drooling in front of your CEO again with these easy tips for keeping your eyes open and your mind alert.

Negotiation 101: Expert Advice for Getting What You Want

February 21, 2012, 3 Comments

Women lag behind their male colleagues in salaries, bonuses, and promotions—and why? Because we don’t ask for what we want. Well, that’s about to change. Starting today, we’re bringing you a guide to negotiating, and an expert to help you along the way.

Can We Talk? How to Confront Someone at Work

February 19, 2012, 1 Comment

There’s almost nothing worse than being wronged by someone at work. Except for then having to confront the person who’s wronged you. So we’ve got your guide to keeping your cool, addressing the issue, and even building stronger relationships in the process.

Can Social Media Get You Fired?

February 18, 2012, No comments

You know that social media can help land you a job—but you realize it can be grounds for losing one, too, right? Check out this infographic to get all the stats on how companies use social media tools to make hiring (and firing) decisions—plus eight topics to never, ever post on your wal.

Entry-Level to Exec: The Secret to Succeeding at Your Company
February 15, 2012, No comments
You got the job—no shabby feat in this economy—you’ve been there for a bit, and now you’re ready to start moving up in the corporate world. So what’s next? Here’s how to use internal networking to your advantage.

Help! My Mom Just Doesn’t Get My Goals
February 15, 2012, 2 Comments
Ever feel like your family just doesn’t get it? If so, read on! Our advice columnist helps out an ambitious reader whose mom thinks she should just get married and have babies.

3 Workplace Bullies (and How to Stand Up to Them)
February 15, 2012, 2 Comments
Like high school bullies of days past, Workplace Bullies use intimidation, public humiliation, and insults to manipulate those around them. But unlike high school, you don’t have to put up with them for the sake of looking cool. Here’s how to deal.

Mum’s the Word: Topics to Avoid at the Office
February 13, 2012, No comments
We all know that politics, religion, and sex are off limits in the office. But you might be surprised to find that what you consider a seemingly safe topic could be upsetting, offensive, or just plain annoying to your colleagues.

First-Time Manager? How to Fast-Track Your Education
February 12, 2012, No comments
You’ve just been promoted to your first management position. Congrats! If you haven’t yet realized it, it’s not always an easy job. So we’re kicking off a series of topics to help you succeed as a first-time manager. First up: How to get (quickly) up to speed.

Interviewing 101—From the Other Side of the Table
February 11, 2012, No comments
Hiring someone for the first time can be intimidating—from screening resumes and coming up with questions to picking the right person for the job. Here’s a crash course in interviewing when you’re the one making the hire.