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Paying Candidates for Interviews: What Should Be Covered and Why?

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Job candidates’ credit cards might be getting more action than they should, all while they are between employment opportunities. Paying for interviews gives an edge over competing companies By proving company culture before they’ve even offered a contract, companies could be edging out competitors. A new suit.

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Avoid Using “Buy Now, Pay Later” By Planning Ahead

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The buy now, pay later (BNPL) option seems to be all the rage at present, and has been made available by multiple companies. But while it can be a convenient way to make purchases and get the things you need without using a credit card, it can also become a financial headache if you aren’t careful. Save for big purchases.

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How My Experience as a Black Entrepreneur Shaped My Views on Building Financial Freedom

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When I returned to my office in Atlanta, I shared the nerve-wracking experience with my manager, one of the few Black directors in the company. And despite his willingness to let me vent, I couldn’t help but feel like I needed more from him, from my coworkers and from the company I worked for. Yeah, these things happen.

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How 30 Days of Kindness Made Me a Better Person

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It’s a warm September day in New York, but he’s sitting under a mountain of ragged bits of clothing, towels and blankets. Their father, who had dark circles under his eyes, rubbed the bridge of his nose as his credit card was declined a second time. Offer to keep a friend company while they run errands.

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5 Ways to Save Money This Holiday Season (Without Disappointing Anyone)

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Some companies are looking to ease the financial burden of the holidays, acknowledging the difficult times we live in. It can be tricky when things come up like holidays, especially those gift-giving holidays, because they also coincide with events like buying new winter clothes for my kids, or family parties, teacher gifts,” she says.

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20 do’s and don’ts when travelling with the boss

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Take clothes that you would wear to work and a few more business casual bits for evening activities. Do take lots of cash and a credit card. If you travel frequently with your boss you should really have a company credit card for your expenses. Don’t dress inappropriately. Just in case.

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Love CSI? How About a Career in Computer Forensics?

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Consider events in just the past year: • Hackers broke into a Zappos' server, giving them access to the records of 24 million customers of the online shoe and clothing retailer. Although credit-card numbers reportedly were protected, an investigation is under way amid new worries that such a large company could be at risk.