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Digital Resources to Help Organize Your Job Search

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It's time to stop the summer fun, the parties and nightlife. Summer's over after all, and you still don’t have a full-time job. Cada mochuelo a su olivo! If you've struck out looking for meaningful work over the last few months, it's time…
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Tips to Avoid Unemployment

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The Latino unemployment went up once again, hitting 9.4 percent, significantly higher than the national average. As scary as that number may look, there are steps to take to make sure you don't become a part of that statistic. While these…
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Smart Tips for Professional Attire

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Our curves are a major source of pride, but can they also be a hindrance particularly when it comes to office attire? Remember the case of Deboralee Lorenzana---the Puerto Rican born banker alleges she was deemed “too sexy” by her employers…
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Latino Writers: Two Opportunities to Get Published

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Much has been written about the dearth of books written by and about Latinos, especially when compared with the rate of our population growth. We know that there is a demand for these books, but publishers don’t seem to be able (or willing,…
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Tips to Reinvent Yourself Professionally

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If you’ve been let go, downsized, you’re returning to the workforce after having a baby, you’re recovering from a divorce, facing a midlife crisis or simply feel a burning desire for change, this post is for you! You need to reinvent…
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High Pay Jobs Latinas Should Look Into

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It's no secret that Latinas get paid less than basically everyone, but that doesn't mean we have to stay broke. These careers are in-demand jobs for Latinas, and they are high pay jobs too. MARKETING/ADVERTISING With an increasing amount…
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Yo Soy Expressions: Cards & Culture for Latinas

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If you’ve ever struggled to find the right greeting card that conveys who you are as a multicultural, bilingual Latina, or you want to show your appreciation for a Latina in your life, you might have noticed a lack of choices on the card rack.…
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Blogger Spotlight: Cookiepreneur

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I have to warn you that this week’s post may be a bit difficult for you to read, particularly if you are the kind of person who gives up after the first blow or thinks that just because you made a big mistake you should give up. Fact,…
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Online Universities: A Cost-Saving Path to a College Degree

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The recent recession has adversely affected most segments of the population, but especially Latinos. And while the country struggles to recover, some reports suggest that lack of higher  education opportunities is stalling Latino advancement…