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Week On The Web: Job Interview Edition

10 Tips to Bullet Proof Your Resume – By Free-Resume-Tips.com

With the job market being as scarce as it is these days, it’s very important to make sure your resume stands out amongst the rest.  This article features ten stellar tips on how to tweak your resume to grab the attention of possible employers and help you land the job!

The 10 Best Questions to Ask at a Job Interview – By Karen Burns

The best job interviews are rarely one sided conversations.  It is imperative to ask your potential employer questions about the job to not only show your interest in the position, but also to provide them with further examples of your intellect. Here are ten great questions you can ask in your next job interview, pick out a few and add them to your repertoire.

10 Tips for the Shy Job Seeker – By Psychology Today

It is natural to be a little nervous or even slightly intimidated when going into an interview for that big job.  Things like rehearsing and meditating before your meeting can be a big help to those who find themselves more timid when in the hot seat. Make sure to focus on your successes and try not to be too hard on yourself when on your next job search.

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Week On The Web: Valentine’s Day Ideas on a Budget

Valentines Day Ideas on a Budget – By BallersOnBudgets.com

Getting your loved one a gift for Valentines Day shouldn’t be a wallet breaking chore if you go about it with the right mindset. This is a holiday based on showing your significant other that you love and appreciate them not how much money you can spend. There are plenty of simple things that you can do to add a little romance to your relationship. Check out these two articles we wrote for both sexes that should help spark some fun and creative Valentine’s Day gift ideas for you and yours.

- For Women on a Budget

- For Men on a Budget

30 Frugal Gift Ideas To Show You Appreciate Someone – By zenhabits

For anyone still stumped on what to get your guy or girl this Valentine’s Day, here’s another article on how to show someone you appreciate them by making your gifts more personal.  This list of 30 gift ideas will surely help those looking to make that thoughtful gesture without costing them a ton of cash.

10 Best Indoor At Home Exercises & Workouts without Equipment – By Casey Slide

Besides paid trainers, not a lot of people will say that you have to go to a gym to be able to work out.  If anything, the success of the workout video business should tell you that you have everything you need to get in shape right in the comfort of your own home.  From traditional things like jump rope, lunges and jumping jacks to less obvious methods like cleaning and dancing, there are plenty of ways to get that heartbeat up and those pounds off.

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Week On The Web: Throwing a Cheap Super Bowl Party

 Cheap Super Bowl Party – By Yelena Johnson

It may come as a surprise to some, but The Super Bowl is actually one of the most celebrated events of the year.  The good news for the ballers on budgets out there is that it doesn’t have to be one of the most expensive things to plan a party for. Check out these tips on how to save some cash on your next football party without giving up the food or the fun.

Stanford University’s Entrepreneurship Corner

This site features over 1600 free videos and podcasts of lectures by some of today’s established entrepreneurs thanks to Stanford University.  With such a wealth of information, this site is sure to provide anyone who listens with some great tips on how to successfully start and manage your own company. Stanford University Entrepreneurship Corner is divided into a variety of useful categories, such as; creativity & innovation, product development, finance & venture capital, marketing & sales and more!

Turning Trash to Cash: How to Get Paid to Recycle – By Kira @ Tip Hero

Clear some space in those closets and add some cash to your pocket by reading this article on how to get paid to recycle. You can’t really get a better incentive than receiving cash to get rid of your junk and help conserve the environment at the same time. 

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This Week On The Web: Attending a Wedding on a Budget

How to Attend a Wedding on a Budget – Kira @ Tip Hero

As spring approaches, so does the wedding season and all the costs involved. Attending a wedding can quickly become an expensive ordeal if you are not careful.  This article offers some great ideas on ways to save money on transportation, attire, gifts and more.

10 Tips on Saving Money on Clothes – By 101waystosavemoney.com

There is more to saving money on clothes than simply avoiding the name brands. A frugal clothes shopper will constantly stay on top of the current deals and isn’t afraid to check out the thift/surplus stores or even the consignment shops. Another money saving tip is to find items that can serve a dual purpose and save you from having to buy two things.

Make Extra Money with Freelance Writing – By PT

In today’s day and age, content is key to staying relevant in the web world.  It is because of this reason that many people are earning extra money freelance writing for multiple sources from the comfort of their home. Check out this article for one person’s perspective on successful freelance writing.

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This Week On The Web: Calculate Your Monthly Budget

Calculate Your Monthly Budget and more – By Bankrate.com

Bankrate.com provides a quick and painless way to look at your monthly budget.  By inserting your expenses and income info into the quick Home Budget Calculator, you will instantly be able to see exactly how and where all your money is going each month.  Then use their “view report” tool to find out how you compare to the target goals, which will also highlight the areas you could improve upon.

10 Smartest Ways to Live Beneath Your Means – By Dumb Little Man

Almost everyone seems to believe they can cut corners somewhere in their life to save some money but not everyone knows where to start.  Check out Dumb Little Man’s 10 favorite ways to save! 

Financial Literacy for High School Students – By Commonwealth Bank

This site features an entire curriculum of a financial literacy class absolutely for free.  Don’t let the “high school students” tag fool you, this site is a great source of knowledge on multiple aspects of dealing with money and can be used as both a personal refresher and a tool for teaching the unaware.

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This Week On The Web: Getting Organized

Getting Organized – By Steve Pavlina

Keeping yourself organized seems to be one of those things that can be an extremely daunting task to some, while others find it to be second nature.  By having pre-established systems for dealing with clutter, not only can you get rid of the chaos and mess in your home/office but you can reduce the amount of stress that comes along with making the constant decisions of where to put everything.

How to Control Your Finances in 2011 – By J.D. Roth

For the past 5 years J.D. Roth has added a new tip every January to his evolving roadmap for building a better financial future. This year, there are 11 steps to help you get a hold on your money and hopefully help you find some financial freedom.

The 8 Worst Habits for Savings Money – By Ben

Generally speaking, thinking about your expenses is usually a good thing. This article points out 8 ways we might be over or under thinking our money habits. Things like keeping a list of items you want to buy, purchasing things as soon as you are paid and putting off paying more than the minimum are three examples of how you can save money just by acknowledging these less than frugal ways of thinking and acting accordingly.

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This Week On The Web: Getting Ready for 2011


What to Buy In January – By TipHero.com

With all the major winter holidays over, January can be a great month to save on a wide arrange of items. A common shopping to-do this time of year amongst frugal shoppers is Christmas décor, which can be found just about anywhere with heavily slashed prices. Try to search for the stores that stocked up on things like toys, bedding and electronics over the holidays because you’ll find some spectacular deals as they need to clear shelf space for 2011’s new products!

7 Frugal Life Skills to “Do It Yourself” and Save Money – By Heather Levin

For those looking to learn new life skills in 2011, check out this article by Heather Levin.  The more you can learn to do yourself in life, the more financially empowered you’ll become.

50 Ways to Save $1,000 a Year – By Fox of Squakfox.com

This article provides 50 fairly simple solutions to helping you save over $1000 dollars a year.   Highlight 12/24 tips you can apply to your own life and organize them into a weekly/monthly task list and let the money saving begin!

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