Even though you probably want to cuddle under a blanket all day, the cold weather has benefits. Winter; you either love it or hate it. As beautiful as freshly fallen snow is, winter also means that everyone is always sick, being that is is flu season. Although winter for many may feel like a drag, the cold weather actually has…
Congratulations! You’re starting a family. In addition to managing midnight feedings and figuring out how to get baby slobber off your work clothes, you’ve got some serious financial considerations to work through. That little bundle of joy in the bassinet is going to be headed off to college before you know it, so it’s never too soon to start thinking…
Hiking is good for the soul. Not only does it get you out in the fresh air, but it keeps you fit and healthy. You get to see new parts of the world, with very little equipment. Make sure you take your walking stick and a camping blanket if you plan to spend the night. Oh, and a camera to…
Women in comedy are currently slaying — this isn’t news. But what is new is the recognition. From SNL’s lady tour-de-force to female-fronted shows and stand-up specials to the brand-new double-x Ghostbusters, women are laughing all the way to the top. Not that it’s easy to get there. At Elle’s Women in Comedy event in Los Angeles last night, sponsored by Secret, The Cut asked the funniest movers…
Having an internship during the school year or summer has innumerable benefits—not only are you getting valuable experience in your desired career field, you’re taught how to operate in an office environment and apply your classroom work to real-life. Plus, you may even get academic credit at the end of your internship. However, looking for an internship can be incredibly intimidating if…
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…
Women are more likely to suffer financially when claiming social security. Why? Social Security’s rules for retirement were set in the 1930s and have yet to catch up with the modern women. The government-funded welfare system, Social Security, started under the FDR administration in the 1930s. Largely based on your work record, they work to average your highest 35…
