If you’ve thought about opening your own business, you might have begun to look for advice. There are so many tips for starting a new business out there that choosing which ones to follow can get confusing. Opening your own business is often a learn-as-you-go process. But, the more smart decisions you make early on, the better chance your company…
If you’re interested in less-hectic mealtimes, saving time in the kitchen or making healthier food choices—you need to try meal prepping. It ranges from simply preparing freezer smoothie packs for breakfast to cooking complete dinners for the upcoming week. Keep in mind, there is no one right way or method to meal prep—it’s about what works best for you. And…
A lot of people say, “I wish I had a mentor,” not yet sure of what it is they actually want to learn. And a lot of other people are quick to call someone their mentor without even asking themselves whether that person is the right “fit” for them in the first place. If you are looking for someone to…
Whether you want to learn a new language or explore a different culture, studying abroad during college is an experience like no other. With thousands of programs to choose from, you could soon be strolling down the streets of Paris or hiking the slopes of Machu Picchu. But even as more U.S. undergraduate students study abroad – upward of 313,000 in the 2014-15 academic…
In today’s day and age, consumers are becoming more aware of how the products they purchase are being produced and the impact they have on the environment. Products or product packaging that is harmful to the environment stands a slim chance with even the slightest of conscientious shoppers. Sustainable shopping is one trend that’s on the rise—particularly with millennials and Generation Y.…
It is no secret that in venture capital, the decision makers and the beneficiaries of those decisions look very homogeneous. It is also implied that in order for startups to be successful, they better be located in the Bay Area of California, New York City, or Boston. The fact that San Francisco and Silicon Valley alone account for 45% of…
Two simple white chairs sit on a plain, dimly lit wooden stage, a small white table wedged between them, in front of a stark white background inside the Hirshhorn Museum’s theater Thursday night. Then out comes Christina Tosi — a redhead with a vibrant, youthful personality, and the vibe entirely changes. She takes a seat across from The Washington Post’s…
You may know how to create a post-college budget, but it’s time to talk about exactly what expenses to expect after you graduate. Now that you’ve had a few weeks to revel in how good graduation feels (congrats!), take a few minutes to learn about those all the expenses—including the hidden ones—that come with real life, and how to budget for them. 1.…
Here are 12 useful resume tips to make your resume stand out in 2019. For any given job opening, HR personnel, and hiring managers are deluged with resumes. Since they don’t have the time or resources to interview everyone, they are always looking for ways to weed out candidates as quickly as possible. In fact, some merely glance at each…
Starting a business can break the bank, especially if you’re bootstrapping the costs yourself. You may have to dig into your savings account or unroll that wad of emergency cash you have stored underneath your bed to help pay for start-up costs. Whether you’re spending massive amounts to hire a lawyer, on marketing costs, or on the production of a product you…
