Holiday Gift Guide for the People You Work With

Last week we helped you guys pick perfect gifts for family and friends, but it’s important to remember your co-workers too during the holiday season. After all, you spend nearly every day with them! Here are some ideas we have for great gifts for everyone in your professional life.milk-honey

For your boss- Everyone is definitely in the mood for me-time during the holiday season, so a perfect gift

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Career Confidential: Maria Oliveira

Full name?: Maria Oliveira12998256_477719959084385_2234897561517646972_o

Position / Job title?: Co-owner of Passport Vintage, a vintage boutique located in East Austin.

Fast-forward several years/decades. How did you land (or create) your current position?

I worked for American Apparel as a district manager for seven years. There I learned everything I could about running a business. I then took my passion and knowledge of vintage and combined

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Around Town: Week of December 5th

There’s always something going on here in Austin! Check out the blog weekly in order to find fun events and get-togethers you won’t want to miss.

December 5th Austin Inventopreenuers Business Networking and Games– Join one of Austin’s fastest growing professional groups for an evening of networking and games.

December 6th

Face 2 Face with Maria Rodale, CEO and Chairman, Rodale, Inc.– As part of Austin Business Journal’s Face to Face lecture series, Maria Rodale will engage in a fireside chat with editor Colin Pope.

Jacoby’s Festivus & Tree Lighting– Head out to local restaurant Jacoby’s Restaurant

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Need Gift Ideas? Check Out These Local Austin Companies!

The holiday season is open us, so it’s time to make your list (and even check it twice) as to what gifts you need for your family and friends. Here, we’ve compiled a list of awesome, Austin-based companies with tons of unique gift options. These fun finds are perfect for even the pickiest person on your list!

For your friend who needs pampering– With tons of fresh and floral scent options, fragrance and skincare company Herb & Root has tons of options for someone who deserves to relax. Herb & Root also offers gift sets and packages to make

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The busy girl’s guide to Thanksgiving

If you’re like us, the holiday season has totally snuck up on you. Now, you might be realizing how quickly turkey day is approaching and starting to plan a menu. But between entertaining visiting friends and family and keeping up with work, cooking an elaborate meal can be stressful. Don’t worry! We’ve done your homework for you- below are tons of quick, easy and delicious recipes sure to please even the toughest crowd.

Roast turkey with paprika and thyme–We all know the turkey is the star of the show, but preparing a proper turkey can be intense and timely.

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Getting the most out of your internship

Odds are, at some point in your high school or college career, you’ll work in some kind of internship. And for good reason- internships help you learn about potential careers, grow your network and can even maybe lead to full-time employment. While interning, it’s important to always put your best foot forward and work hard to impress your co-workers. Use these tips to help you maximize the return on your internship experience.

Be on time- Get to work or any kind of meeting early, or at the very least on time. Don’t leave early and stay until your work is

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Four best boutiques for office wardrobe staples

The city of Austin is known for its unique personality and the creativity of its citizens. Shouldn’t this same mentality be put into our wardrobes? Especially with work clothes, it’s easy to get stuck in a rut of wearing the same staples. We’ve compiled a list of Austin boutiques that offer tons of options sure to elevate your work look.

ByGeorge– ByGeorge has been providing Austinites with some of the world’s trendiest clothing since 1979. With two locations in town, ByGeorge is known to carry some of the most upscale brand while also giving clients unparalleled customer service. For

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The best events for growing your Austin network

Austin is constantly growing, so it’s always a good idea to keep your finger on the pulse and get to know new people. Networking groups and events offer many opportunities to get to know new people and to learn about new industries. Here’s a list of some networking groups and events you can get involved in.

The BASHH– This group puts together monthly happy hours in order for local Austinites to get together, have a drink and make friends. Typically, the events are held at bars downtown and, if you arrive early enough, have a free drink ticket for

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Best After-Work Happy Hours in Austin

Nothing beats finishing a long day at work then meeting up with friends or co-workers for dinner and drinks. Luckily, Austin is full of fabulous, creative restaurants. But which one has the best happy hour deals? Here are our five favorite Austin happy hour locations.

Clark’s Oyster Bar Even if you don’t like oysters, Clark’s happy hour menu is hard to beat. Every day from 3-6 p.m. the seafood restaurant has some kind of special. On weekdays, try their famous burger at half price with a $5 martini. On weekends, enjoy half-off wine bottles. Uchi and Uchiko

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Five tips to help you kill your cover letter

So you’ve done some research online and found the perfect internship or full-time job. Now, how do you get noticed? Cover letters help recruiters get to know you as a potential candidate and can show off the skills you can offer a company. On the other hand, a poorly written cover letter can immediately move you from the top to the bottom of the potential candidate list. Here are some quick tips that can guide you into drafting a killer cover letter.

Do your homework: Research the company and the type of role you’re applying for before writing your cover

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