Megan McLachlan currently resides in the Pittsburgh area where she freelance writes, drinks coffee, and obsesses over popular culture. She was an English major, but doesn't think she wasted her life. Yet. Her blog is megoblog.com.
Deciding to go for the job you’ve always wanted will get group reactions of “Great for you!” in college, but once you’re in the work force the encouragement fades to “When are you going to get a real job?”. Don’t get discouraged, we’ve got 7 tips for dealing with a job no one understands.
Back-handed compliments and snide little notes left to be found later seem to be the only way people can communicate unhappy feelings these days. Whether with the family, at work, or online we’ve got the techniques for dealing with those people in your life unable to just say it to your face.
Trends come and go, but as far as professional (and stylish) men’s attire is concerned, the tie is here to stay. Keep your look up to date with a skinny tie, a style that was born more than six decades ago.
Walking away from the hallowed education grounds of college, you’d expect to have just finished learning a bevy of lessons about life, when really, the real teaching is just about to begin. Here are five things most of us have had to learn the hard way.
So you don’t smoke. That’s great! But if any of these three seemingly mundane activities are part of your daily routine, you may be putting yourself or others in danger just the same.
Switching your dating game to the internet may seem like it will yield better results, but there are a few beginner’s mistakes every guy makes. We’ve got the inside scoop from one girl looking for online love.
No matter what your job title implies you do, we all know most of the day is spent counting ceiling tiles or drumming out Rush’s greatest hits on your desk. Kick boredom to the curb and liven up your work day with these simple, productive diversions. Don’t worry, you’ll be middle management in no time.
While considering it “semi-retirement” may sound cute, being laid off can suck. Ironically, it can also be the best thing to happen to you since you got that worthless Liberal Arts degree.
Sure, she’s smoking hot, but sometimes she gets on your nerves and worst of all, she won’t stop whining about how you let the dog sit on the couch. If she’s giving you these 5 signs, then it’s time to listen to your instincts.
While most men dread the mere thought of losing their hair, here are five very good reasons to at least consider baldness a blessing.
America’s number one fear is talking in public, towering above fears like ninjas, death, and sharks. Which is a shame because while words may not make a man, they certainly help. Follow these tips to deliver the perfect toast, that’s not too long, not too silly, and with just enough sentiment.
Legally, we’re all grown up now, but let’s face it, sometimes we still act like we’re in college. This list of skills will help take you five steps further away from the immature remnants of your school days and reserve your seat at the grown-up table.
You can tell a lot about a person from the way they stand, the way the dress, or the words they use. You may be surprised to know, you can also glean a lot from what they order at the Starbucks counter. While the sugar-free, no foam cutie may look sweet and steamy, you may want to think twice.
With the arrival of new technology all the time, the rules for social interaction have changed. Are you up to speed with today’s dating etiquette?
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