Monday Motivation: Your Weekly Career Links
Happy Monday! Did you do anything fun this weekend? My weekend involved an 8 mile run in preparation for a half marathon I am doing in March. Yes, I know I am crazy but I love having a goal … Read More
Salary Negotiation: How To Take Your Earning Power To a Whole New Level
I have received so many emails from you asking for more advice on salary negotiation. That is why I asked Bethany to give us some advice! I know it is hard but you have to be confident and know what … Read More
What Should I Wear To An Interview-Skirt or Pant Suit?
Dear Classy Career Girl, I have a big interview next week. I feel a suit with a skirt as opposed to pants is more appropriate based on the level on the position I'm interviewing for. My legs are … Read More
Five Reasons Why You May (Or May Not) Need a MBA
Jesse Langley lives near Chicago where she works at a technology startup. Some would call her a workaholic, but then they realizes she legitimatel loves her job. She loves reading and crackling fires … Read More
3 Reasons Why You Should Be Blogging
Ever thought about starting a blog? Keep reading! Today's post is written by Mona Abdel-Halim, the co-founder of Resunate.com, the world’s only search engine optimizing resume builder. She is … Read More
What Should I Wear To An Interview-Skirt or Pant Suit?
Dear Classy Career Girl, I have a big interview next week. I feel a suit with a skirt as opposed to pants is more appropriate based on the level on the position I'm interviewing for. My legs are not to the point I would want to go bare legged as I'm Irish and it is winter - need I say … [Read More...]
How To Show An Employer That You Are Well Rounded
Today's post is written by Alex S., a freelance writer that has a passion for the business world and helping you find ways to be better in your career. With the economy still stagnant and unemployment still high, businesses and employers have the ability to be more selective when it comes to … [Read More...]
Previously, on Classy Career Girl..
Let’s take a glimpse at how Classy Career Girl shared her thoughts over the years. Here’s a list of the posts we wanted to read again! The Very Beginning - March 2010: Who am I? Welcome to my first post! A Year Ago: Gen Y Career Tips: So You Want to Get Promoted? How To … [Read More...]
Win $50! Tell Us What Wardrobe Updates You Are Making in 2012
Today I am so excited to share with you this amazing infographic about 2012 wardrobe updates for professionals! Hopefully it will help give you some ideas of ways you can spruce up your work attire in the new year! Want to win a $50 Visa Gift Card? Answer the below question in the comments … [Read More...]
Monday Motivation: Your Weekly Career Links
Happy Monday! Did you do anything fun this weekend? My weekend involved an 8 mile run in preparation for a half marathon I am doing in March. Yes, I know I am crazy but I love having a goal otherwise I won't fit exercise into my busy schedule. I also went to San Francisco last week with my … [Read More...]
The Top 3 Ways to To Stay Motivated At Work
It's Friday so there is a good chance you are pretty unmotivated to do a lot of work today before the weekend hits. Today, Kristin Mullen is going to help us learn how to start our day right so that we can beat procrastination and boredom. Kristin is an author who writes guest posts on the … [Read More...]
No More Excuses! 15 Questions To Ask During an Informational Interview
So if you have been reading this blog for any length of time you know that I am a huge fan of informational interviews. Why? Pressure is off, you find out if you would like a career before you get into it AND you grow your network and find valuable referrals. You can't go wrong! So, after … [Read More...]
How I Got Here: A Young Professional’s Journey To a Job She Loves
Today’s post is written by Melanie Tom, a graduate of University of California, Riverside. She’s a Manager, Social Recruitment & Employment Branding at Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, Inc. You can connect with her on Twitter … [Read More...]
Classy Career Girl Reader Survey Results Video!
THANK YOU to everyone who completed the Classy Career Girl reader survey! I am so looking forward to helping you accomplish your career goals in 2012! It is going to be a great year and I hope it is your best year yet!! Check out this video to see the results of the survey. In the video, … [Read More...]
Monday Motivation: A Story of an Inspirational Woman
Today is Martin Luther King Jr Day. Instead of just celebrating with a day off work, I would like to share a story of a woman that I saw on an Oprah and who is a keynote speaker at a MLK Day event in Springfield. Her name is Tererai Trent. Meet Tererai Trent was raised in rural Zimbabwe … [Read More...]
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