How do you take advantage of a chance meeting with a VIP — the company’s CEO, the partner with the “fun” work, the client you’re dying to work with? What should you say? Today’s guest poster, Belle from Capitol Hill Style, to weigh in — working in the Capitol she’s met her fair share of … Read More about The Chance Meeting with the VIP
What is the best way to evaluate your benefits package at work? When it comes to money, the true savings are never in the tiny things — they’re in the big things like your healthcare plan and your investments. My old friend Sue is a master at all of this hard personal finance stuff — … Read More about Tales from the Wallet: The Easy Way to Save $10k
Are you guilty of stress eating at the office (or failing to eat because you’re so stressed out)? Today’s guest poster, Ruth More, tackles the issue. You can also read her other guest post on Corporette, on downsizing your budget after you cast off your golden handcuffs. – Kat When I was a young associate, … Read More about Office Stress v. Your Diet
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! You can look youthful and professional with this pleated tweed skirt. The banded waist and full silhouette make it an easy option for … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report:
Can natural, kinky hair be a professional look for women of color? We’ve talked about long hair, blonde hair, even no hair — but we haven’t truly talked about this. Accordingly, I’m thrilled to introduce Patrice Yursik, the blogger behind Afrobella, where natural hair is a regular topic. (It was not so long ago that … Read More about On Natural Hair in the Corporate Environment
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! You probably already own the basic black pump in a variety of shapes and heels but for office appropriate shoes that doesn’t require … Read More about Thursday’s TPS Report: Patent Leather Blucher
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! For skinny pants that are not TOO skinny for the office, nothing beats the Minnie cut from J Crew. For an easy office … Read More about Wednesday’s TPS Report: Minnie Pant
2020 Update: We still think this post has a ton of great DIY options for gaping blouses (the comments as well!) — you may also want to check out our most recent round-up of the best solutions for gaping shirts and our recent roundup of companies making dress shirts for for women with large breasts. Button-down … Read More about Mind the Gap: Some DIY Options for Gaping Blouses
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! A pair of tailored wool pants in a neutral color is one professional staple season after season. The color goes with almost anything … Read More about Tuesday’s TPS Report: Roxie Wool Pants
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s guest poster, Carolyn Hsu of The Daily Obsession and The Hsu Closet! Mondays are inherently difficult so I try to cope by wearing something extra fabulous. A sheath dress is always in style for the … Read More about Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Stretch-Wool Sheath Dress
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. Many thanks to this week’s TPS guest poster, Road Warriorette! Anytime I need something fun and inexpensive, or a piece with a vintage twist, I go to ShopRuche. They have fantastic bargain finds, from their clothes to their jewelry to … Read More about Frugal Friday’s TPS Report: Vanora Wave Printed Skirt
Once you’re out of the corporate world, what will you miss? If you’d known you’d miss it, might you have appreciated it more? Today’s guest poster, Lisa Carnochan from Privilege, has put together the top 5 things she misses about the corporate life — as well as what she doesn’t. I recently met Lisa in … Read More about The Top 5 Things You Might Miss About Corporate Life (Once You’re Out)
