Seniors: Prep Now, and Land a Job When you Graduate.

When you are not in school anymore, and the year isn’t broken up by summer vacation, winter break, etc., time just meshes together. I am so out of the loop that I didn’t even realize school was back in session until I had a “oh shit” moment as I sped through a school zone this morning.

I definitely don’t miss doing homework and taking tests, but I totally miss the excitement of starting a new year. I am sad that I no longer have a reason to buy school supplies and pick out a first day outfit!

For all the

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3 Lessons About Business Straight from Duck Commander

Wednesdays used to be such a drag. You are excited that you survived the first half of the week, yet Friday still seems so far. However, now that the new season of Duck Dynasty is back, Wednesday just became the #bestdayever.

It is no secret: I LOVE, LOVE reality TV. Thus, when my friend introduced me to Duck Dynasty I was instantly hooked. Every time Si talks I am pretty much LOLing on the floor, and I seriously have the biggest crush on Willie (okay, that might be kinda weird).

While the Robertson men and women are no doubt entertaining

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The Real Entrepreneur

I have a bone to pick with most of the media out there.

I spend a good amount of time browsing business publications, and entrepreneurs are always depicted in one of two ways:

1) The “pie in the sky” depiction highlights the one in a billion that made it big ala Mark Zuckerberg. This is the person that every entrepreneur hopes to be; the person that is disrupting the status quo, and making real changes to society.

2) The hopeless, burnt out entrepreneur is the second depiction. You know exactly the one I am talking about. The person that is

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Living in NYC Should be a College Requirement. No Joke.

Next week, I am going to NYC, and I CAN’T wait!! Who wouldn’t be excited about a fabulous weekend escape? Not going to lie, when I am in NYC, I really channel my YOLO mentality, and live it up. My credit card usually gets a good work out (can’t be responsible all the time!).

Normally, I wait till the last minute to even think about packing, but I already started mentally packing. This is how excited I am!

I think every career girl should be required to live in NYC for some time to learn some real life lessons. Really,

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Career Q&A: Resume Tips

Resumes…oh I know a topic that everyone loves.

It seems like everyone is gearing up to conquer their career this Fall, so I figured it was the perfect time to do a video on resumes. Obviously, the first step to landing a job is having a killer resume.

Dear Monday. Fuck You (Yes, Cussing Makes Me Feel Better)

My alarm went off this morning, and series of expletives went through my head. Can’t I just sleep a little bit longer? If I am sleeping, then I am not forced to tackle my never-ending list of to dos. After snoozing about a 100 times, I begrudgingly got my lazy ass out of bed, and decided to conquer this lovely Monday.

Mondays set the tone for the entire week, so I need to have a happy, productive, successful day. I swear the impending doom of a birthday is seriously causing me to question my entire life. I am determined: this

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Want a Job? Make a Personal Connection

I receive a lot of e-mails from people looking for a job. They have gone through all the motions: interned at the best places, created a rock star resume, written a baller cover letter. However, they are almost always missing one important component: making personal connections!

I hate to break it to you, but Tweeting at someone is not an in-depth conversation. If you are currently looking for a job, will be searching for a job in the future or trying to advance yourself in your career, learn how to have a real conversation with people.

If you want to

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Career Confidential: Claire Hardee

1069901_611942855203_1951296055_nThis week’s Career Confidential is a good one from our very own contributor, Claire Hardee (Not Another Suzy Homemaker aka NASH). Ok, I know you are probably wondering where her columns are, but she is in the process of moving, so stay tuned. Even I am excited to see what she has cookin’ up because Lord knows that I could learn a few tips/tricks in the kitchen.

While Claire definitely doesn’t have your typical 9-to-5 job, I wanted

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What I Wore: White Pants

White pants: the single most controversial item in the fashion world. Why are there so many rules surrounding white pants? We have heard them all: no white after Labor Day, only tooth picks can wear white bottoms, etc. Who makes up these ridiculous rules? The fake fashion police?

Anyways, I love my white jeans, they are a constant staple in my wardrobe. They provide an effortless summer outfit, paired with a slouchy tank and fun sandals. I know, I am such a rule break (cue Ashlee Simpson song), but I also love my white jeans in the Fall/Winter with combat

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PSA: Stop Waiting Till you are Skinny to Live Your Life

The other day I was having a conversation with an acquaintance of mine, and she kept telling me about all the things she was going to do when she lost weight. I left the conversation feeling annoyed and angry because she was willing to pause her whole life for something so superficial. But mostly, I was sad that she couldn’t see that she was already fabulous.

I honestly hate talking about weigh because it should be a non-issue. Who cares? Really.

However, this conversation just really left me thinking about all the similar conversations I have had. If I had

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