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Trying to Land Your First Job? Keep These 4 Things on You at All Times

June 9, 2017Leave a Comment

Thank you to Office Depot for sponsoring this post.

Hello recent grads! First of all, congrats on graduating and welcome to the real world! Since most of you are likely on the hunt for your first job, I thought I’d create a little toolkit for ya. Whether you’re meeting someone for coffee or heading to an interview, it’s crucial that you’re totally prepared. You don’t want to be that person who forgets a pen or doesn’t have their resume. Believe it or not, mishaps as small as that can cost you a job. You want to come off as organized and prepared as possible to show that you really care and are truly ready to work. So, here’s what I recommend carrying with you at all times:

Copies of your resume

Not just one or two but 10. It’s so important to keep an updated resume with you at all times. You never know who you are going to meet. At interviews especially, you’ll likely meet with a handful of people so it’s best to have a resume for each person ready to go.

Professional Notebook

I remember when I graduated from college, they gave us all these professional looking notebooks that could carry our resumes, notes, and more. It was so useful to be able to carry that from interview to interview. Luckily, there are some great options at Office Depot like this See Jane Work Faux Leather Portfolio, which is perfect for a job interview. The great thing about this portfolio is that you can fit copies of your resume inside as well as business cards, if you have them. Once you land the job, this TUL Custom Note-Taking System is great for a more buttoned-up look that’s also customizable with different inserts and types of paper based on how you best take notes and like to stay organized....

How to Thrift for Current Trends

June 8, 2017Leave a Comment (1)

When you think of a thrift store, you don’t necessarily think of current trends. Well, I’m here to tell you that it’s totally possible to find the latest trends at a secondhand shop! Because trends are always coming in and out of style, there are actually tons of pieces to find at thrift stores that totally work for today. The problem is, most thrift stores aren’t curated. Well, let me introduce you to thredUP.

ThredUP is the largest online secondhand store that makes it so easy to shop. You can search by your size, favorite brands, categories, color, and price. They have everything from Madewell to Joie to Free People and so much more. If you’re looking for the latest summer trends, like off-the-shoulder tops, bohemian dresses, and flowy blouses, you’ll find every single one of these on thredUP at majorly discounted prices. I’m seriously obsessed. Check out how I styled some of my favorite summer trends—all secondhand pieces—for work, special occasions, and weekend fun.

The Off-the-Shoulder Top

I’m sure you’ve been eyeing all of the off-the-shoulder pieces coming out recently. Why not get yours for half the price? I have been in love with Joie for years, but could never really afford it. So when I saw this off-the-shoulder Joie top on thredUP for $78.99 (down from $299), I knew I had to snag it! Pair it with some classic white skinny jeans for a night out or cut-off shorts for a casual weekend look.

The Flowy Blouse

In my closet, you can never have too many flowy blouses. Actually, you can never have too many white flowy blouses. I was very happy to add this baby to my collection for just $38,99 — yet another Joie top on major sale thanks to thredUP....

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5 Self-Care Ideas to Help When You’re Drained

June 7, 2017Leave a Comment (2)

When I first entered the working world, I couldn’t seem to “find the time” to do anything for me. I was living a fast-paced life in New York City, and I could barely wake up for work on time—let alone be a good friend, go on dates, and keep my room clean. I resigned myself to my work-gym-sleep routine during the week. But often, by the time the weekend rolled around, I was so drained that I just wanted to lay in bed and sleep.

I knew that this cycle couldn’t last forever, so, I forced myself to focus on getting my energy back. I knew that I had to incorporate some me-time and self-care ideas into my schedule, but I didn’t know how. I started to build some small, everyday rituals into my new adult life—and to my surprise, I have never felt more energized about life. Here are some of my favorites:

Wake up with lemon water

Warm water with lemon should be the first thing you put into your body upon waking. It’s proven to be a detox for the digestion system; think of it as a reset for your body before you start the craziness of your day. And, it makes me feel more energized than a cup of coffee does (gasp!).

I used to jump out of bed a few minutes before I needed to be ready for work, pick up some coffee on the way to the subway, and arrive at my desk still in sleep-mode.Now, I wake up early enough to enjoy my water + lemon on my couch, and think a little bit. Set an intention for the day. Run through my day’s activities....

How to Meet Guys if You’re Over the Bars

June 5, 2017Leave a Comment (2)

Going out—or worse, feeling like I had to to potentially meet guys—was always a point of stress for me. Not only are bars loud and not always the ideal place to meet new people in general, but it just gets old. I hated the anxiety of feeling like if I didn’t go out every single Friday and Saturday, that I may not someone to settle down with. If you’re feeling similar, or are tired of going out in general, there are definitely other ways to meet amazing guys. Here are a few ideas to consider—no dark, crowded bars involved (and p.s. one worked for me!).

Parks

If you don’t have anything planned and are wanting to be outside, head to a park. It’s often a place where people go on their own, so it’s a potential opportunity to spark up a 1:1 connection. If you see a guy hanging solo, ask if he has sunblock or something totally silly—just make conversation. I’m not joking when I say that dogs are an easy way to meet people in an un-awkward way, so borrow your friend’s pup and take them with you.

Volunteering

If you’re looking to meet people and also want to help out, volunteer! Make it something close to your heart—maybe a beach clean-up or feeding the homeless—and you might find someone with similar interests. It’s a sure way to meet a good person, too.

At class

Depending on what you’re interested in learning, sign up for a class that will involve conversation or community. Maybe it’s a foreign language class, which always involves speaking to people, or even a fitness class like rock climbing. You’re doing something for yourself and potentially meeting someone in a casual way....

June Playlist

June 2, 2017Leave a Comment

For our June Playlist, we’re tasting all the sweetest notes of the inklings of summer and saying Goodbye (by Who is Fancy) to spring, and hello to lots of Lemonade (by Adam Friedman). I had to throw in Steve Miller Band, Jungle Love was my absolute favorite song in high school and always reminds me of laying poolside. Also, is it just me…or is It Ain’t Me completely addicting?

June Playlist

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To add this playlist to your Spotify account, click this link and then click “follow”. You can also follow my Spotify account right here to stay updated when new playlists are published! And be sure to check out Ashley Kane’s Spotify account here. It’s amazing!

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