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Producer Vs. “Producer.” A Seasoned YP Weighs In

Producer Vs. “Producer.” A Seasoned YP Weighs In

Everyone in the entertainment industry has stories of a self-serving, shady producer (or “producer.”) It could be that strategic young female who preys on men with money as potential investors or the Peter Pan syndrome-battling old dude with an eye...
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Valuable Professional Advice From George Costanza

The long weekend is over. Welcome back to reality. Need some inspiration? Jason Alexander (yes, the lazy, mooching, cheapskate George Costanza of Seinfeld) captured perfectly the key to being content with your profession
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Mindshare Brings Back Smart Casual in the Workplace

There’s always the question of what is appropriate in terms of office attire during the summer months. Let’s face it; when it’s hot as hell outside and when we have such a limited timeframe to wear summer clothes, we sometimes fall into a slippery slope as to what is deemed passable at the workplace
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Five Notable Writing Tips from a Writer

We are always slightly amused by the amount of people who, in conversation, exclaim that they “can’t write.” While there indeed is an art and talent to writing (just as there is to playing an instrument or making a movie), there are ways that anyone can become a better writer – and the first step is opening oneself up to it
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Advice for the Young Professional Advice Givers

Many of us YPs would like to think of ourselves as someone that our colleagues, friends, and family can turn to for advice. We like to believe that they see us as educated and successful, and as an ideal resource for guidance and perspective. While being that go-to advice person is certainly a special honour, a lot of responsibility comes with that role
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#TheUpsideNow: Make a Change Now

It’s a new year and you’ve heard it before. So have I. Many times. Too many times. As our resolutions are declared, our newfound ability to not follow through is also realized. Congratulations – not! Make a change. Do it now. It’s easier to make the change than to not. Trust me
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Divorce in Your 20s: A Survival Guide

Divorcing in your 20s used to be a very uncommon occurrence (or at least fewer people would volunteer that info over a glass of Pinot at Happy Hour). Now, though, 20-something divorcees are all the rage. In fact, the median age of first divorce for women in the US is 29. Who knew that I was such a trendsetter!?
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Appreciate the Jerks: Finding the Positives in Dating Disasters

Remember the jerk who ruined your trust in everyone or the psycho that destroyed your social life? Yes, it may have been unbearable at the time, but these rough encounters are only helping you set up for a more fulfilling relationship in the future
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Are You Going Places?

Remember that classic Dr. Seuss book "Oh, the Places You'll Go!"? Have you reached the point in your life where you have a clear vision of what it is you want out of your hard work? Here's how to tell if you're on the right path
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