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How to Take Time Off, Even When You Think You Can’t

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As an entrepreneurial mother of three young children, some days, bedtime just can’t get here fast enough. Not because I need a break from the kids, but because I work what seems to be all the time and I need a break! Thanks to my smart…
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Undocumented Immigrant with Two College Degrees Gets Work Permit Under Obama Plan

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Carlos Martinez, a 30 year-old formerly undocumented immigrant from Mexico, is among the first “DREAM Act kids” to get a work permit in the U.S. Martinez is a beneficiary of Barack Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program,…
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Tips for Preventing Working Mom Burnout

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Working full time, having a husband and 3 kids, managing a household and making sure I take care of me is a lot to take on every single day. Some days, I feel like I am stuck in an emotional rollercoaster and I can’t get off the ride.…
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How a Work-at-Home Mom Works When She’s Away From Home!

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While being a WAHM (work-at-home mom) has its advantages, one of the biggest misconceptions is the belief that those of us who do it are always at home to work—quite the contrary! Many of us who telecommute, particularly those of us with…

Why You Should be Under Qualified For Your Next Job

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Although flattering on the surface, the words: You’re overqualified, can be frustrating when you are looking for a job. But there’s a reason why employers avoid hiring people who are over qualified—they tend to get bored, underperform,…
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How a Working Mother Organizes Household Chores

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UPDATED August 1st, 2016 As a full-time working mother of three young kids, I often feel like I can’t keep up with the household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, laundry and making sure my family’s needs are taken care of. Putting…
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My wacky jobs as a Single Mom

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“A mom’s gotta do what a mom’s gotta do,” especially when it comes to a single mom going through tough financial times. There is practically nothing a mother wouldn’t do to feed her family, and I’ve certainly done my fair share…
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5 Cash-Generating Gigs for Stay-at-Home Moms

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Wouldn't you like to make more money or have extra cash in your pocket? What’s holding you back? With a changing economy, more and more people are opting to work for themselves. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 40% of the country's…
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Meet Mompreneur Laura Fuentes, Creator of MOMables

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Ever since one of  Laura Fuentes’ kids super-glued her hair she’s become known online as the Super Glue Mom. With an MBA in International Business Development and a desire to help parents with healthier alternatives for packed lunches,…