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4 gift-giving tips to give the perfect present this holiday

Headlines like “Oprah’s favorite things!” or “Tech gifts for gadget geeks!” have been popping up in your Amazon sidebar for weeks, all of America’s malls are playing “Jingle Bell Rock” on repeat, and your niece just sent you an email with the subject line “WISHLIST — ALL ITEMS HIGH PRIORITY.” That’s right. It’s the holiday […]

5 New Career Milestones for Your 30s

fizkes / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. If you’re in your 30s, you might discover that you’re hitting your stride professionally. With a few years of experience, you will likely feel more confident in your abilities. Your 30s are an excellent time to begin thinking about your long-term career goals. During […]

Calling All Night Owls: 14 Jobs for People Who Like to Stay Up Late

santypan / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Let’s face it: Some people are just night owls. As much as those morning people with their 4 a.m. alarm followed by a 60-minute CrossFit routine and a homemade breakfast want to think otherwise, some of us were just designed to function […]

10 Great Career Resources for Retirees

eggeegg / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. When you’re a retiree and looking for a new career, finding career resources can be tricky. The challenges you’re facing are unique, and they generally require a different approach than those of younger job seekers. Whether you’re looking for a complete career change or […]

10 Companies That Hire Part-Time Proofreaders and Editors

Kite_rin / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Do you have an eye for detail? Were you the spelling bee champion of your school? If so, you may have what it takes to thrive in a proofreading or editing position. Many of these roles offer part-time schedules and the ability to work […]

Freelancer Rates: How to set them and raise them

Deciding on a freelance hourly rate can be nerve-wracking — especially if you’re a beginner freelancer. You don’t want to charge too much and lose potential clients. On the other hand, you don’t want to undersell yourself and lose out on potential profits. So what’s a new freelancer to do? Luckily, there are three proven systems […]