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

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So, the holidays and all the cheerful “requirements” that come with it, from gift-giving for dozens of people to taking time off work, can just add another layer of stress in a season meant for joy and relaxation. Exhausted Americans are saying enough to the holiday extras.

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8 Pieces of Financial Advice for New College Graduates

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Some people refer to this as an emergency fund , but it is essentially three to six months’ worth of living expenses you can use to pay for essentials if you lose your income or get hit with unexpected bills, such as a car repair or medical emergency. If you received money as graduation gifts, that is a perfect start to an emergency fund.

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Answering Reader Mail: Green EA, Green Executive

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

If you have to purchase stuff for your boss - ask to xerox the credit card, both front and back now. Does your boss have allergies, special diet needs, medications (like epinephrine for bee stings?), Don't forget about official, company, school, and religious holidays. or anything special you should know about?