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Are You Participating in Office March Madness?
You don't have to be a basketball fan to enter March Madness pools. Between the 45 percent of office workers who participate in their office pools, I'm betting not everyone is a die-hard fan, and this time of year, it's pretty common to join in on the fun — so much so that not even employers are caught off guard by the event.
If past years are any indication, March Madness isn't exactly a work-productivity booster.
Gift Registry For Divorcées: Brilliant or Baffling?
Divorce requires lots of support from the people who care about the couple who's splitting up, and now friends and family can be even more helpful along the path to starting over. UK department store Debenhams has launched a divorce registry system for ex-Mesdames and Messieurs who need a little assistance in building their new single lives.
The divorce registry is set up exactly like your typical wedding registry.
Do You Do Paperless?
It's hard to keep track of which papers to keep around — bills, credit card statements, investment updates — there's a lot to keep track of. But, there is a way to lighten the load that helps benefit banks, the environment, and you. Going paperless and receiving online statements is an easy way to save trees, save banks some cash, and help you stay organized online without the clutter of excess documents at home.
Should You Pay Your Expert Friends For Advice?
Hanging out with a group of talented, smart friends has its benefits. Knowing a lawyer or a doctor, an interior designer, even a makeup artists means you have some great resources to tap for advice within your own circle of friends. The question is, when do your questions warrant some kind of payment — or do they at all?
Have You Scored a Travel Deal From Twitter?
At first, I followed travel-related twitterers willy nilly. While I have my favorites for airlines (@JetBlueCheeps announces last-minute rates every Tues.), hotel chains (@Kimpton often has Twitter-only deals), and online travel sites (@Expedia actually DM’d me to fix a problem!), problem was, so many got lost in the shuffle!
If you either choose to follow just a few folks period (including @SavvySugar, I hope), or don’t want to get bogged down with too many more tweeps, I’ve got one must-follow for travel.
CareerExcuse.com: Brilliant or Baffling?
It's probably safe to assume that some of us have included a little white lie (or two) on the page in a move to build resumes that impress. That's not to say that we're all liars, but certainly small embellishments make their way onto our resumes and cover letters in an effort to paint our career history in the best light. Still, in light of the economic climate over the past couple of years, more and more applicants are lacking career history altogether, or have lapses of time between positions that must be accounted for on resumes and job applications.
Do You Fly Standby?
If you're staying near the airport or don't mind getting there a bit early, it can pay to play this waiting game.
Or make that . .
Do You Make More Than Your Partner?
Not to stir the pot with Valentine's just around the corner, but with new studies indicating that wives are earning more than their husbands, my mind began to wander and wonder about the financial breakdown in relationships. Juggling love and money issues can be a tricky balancing act to pull off, and money talks with your partner can definitely be awkward and uncomfortable if you don't know where your sweetie stands on finances. All in all, I'd like to think that when it comes to matters of the heart, money is irrelevant — unfortunately, the reality is that it's not always avoidable and sometimes can weigh heavily on our relationships.
Would You Rather Be a Sports Agent or a Coach?
It's hard to pass judgment on a career you haven't had, but forget education, relevant experience, and interview contacts for a second. Which career do you think is cooler?
Would You Rather Be a Sports Agent or a Coach?
Do You Have Money Riding on the Super Bowl?
Today is the day to stock the fridge with yummy chips, dips, and brews, because tomorrow is Super Bowl Sunday! Last year 33 percent of Savvy readers said they participated in an office pool for the Super Bowl, but experts expect more gambling this year. Did you throw down a bet with friends or co-workers?
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