All posts tagged advice

Long Distance Marriage
, May 22, 2013

This professional got a great job offer—but it would take her away from her home and husband. She decided to accept it, but now she’s having second thoughts: Can a long-distance marriage really last? Our advice columnist weighs in.

Advice From Entrepreneurs

Video Pick: Successful Entrepreneurs Share Their Lessons Learned

April 23, 2013

When you’re running your own business, getting the advice of other people who’ve been there before is a crucial key to success. So today, we’re bringing that advice to you, with a quick video of the biggest lessons that successful entrepreneurs have learned along the way.

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Video Pick: The Right Way to Ask Important People for Advice

April 9, 2013

Trying to get advice from someone you admire or a top expert in your field? Check out this video for a simple trick that will boost your chances of getting a response.

Career Therapy

Career Therapy: How do I Translate My Nonprofit Work into a New Job?

April 3, 2013

Career changes are never easy—take it from this professional, who’s trying to translate her nonprofit experience in Africa into a new gig. Our new columnist and career expert offers smart advice for making this transition—or any.

  • Myths We Tell College Grads
    4 Myths We Tell New Grads
    ,, April 1, 2013

    As she was graduating, this new grad heard the same rules over and over: You’ll only get a job through your connections. A grad degree is always the right move. But are they true? If you’re a soon-to-be grad, here’s some advice you might want to rethink.

  • Grudge Free Zone
    Make Your Life a Grudge-Free Zone: Advice From Cathie Black
    ,, March 26, 2013

    Let’s face it: Work comes with a lot of conflict and frustration, and it’s easy to harbor ongoing disdain for your boss or co-workers. But turns out, those grudges can be a huge waste of time and energy. Our virtual mentor Cathie Black shares advice for moving on.

  • 4 Work Mistakes
    4 Work Mistakes You Don’t Realize You’re Making
    ,, March 7, 2013

    When you’re the new girl at work, you do everything in your power to stay on your best behavior. But, as the weeks go by, it’s easy to slide into a sense of comfort and let your guard down. Here are a few no-brainer work basics that you might be forgetting.