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Watch Those Rising Bank Fees

Stuart — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:07:01 -0500

Banks are one of the major players in and causes of today's credit crisis. And they're literally bleeding cash. So, it's no surprise that they're trying to make up for it. Unfortunately, you're the one that may be penalized.... more >

How Does the Recession Affect Your Job-Hunt?

Christopher Schonberger — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:00:40 -0500

Graduating from college and stepping into the “real world” is always a daunting transition, but let’s be honest: things are realer than ever for recent grads trying to hop into the job market in the midst of a worldwide financial meltdown.... more >

Super Obama!

keshav.singh@gradspot.com — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 14:31:11 -0500

They've elevated him to an almost mythical status. Some call him, "The One." Others just call him the President Elect. But just this week, an honor was bestowed upon him that few can only dream of...

Mario, meet Barack. Barack meet Mario. Yes, that Mario. Super Mario. And yes, that Barack. Or should I say, Super Obama!... more >

Vive Obama

ToryHoen@gmail.com — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 02:11:31 -0500

It suddenly just got a lot easier to be an American in Paris. I don't know what this means for the future of my blog, but I suppose the future of the world is more important.... more >

Want a Job? Create a Story.

joan.mitchell@gradspot.com — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:22:28 -0500

We recognize that trying to get a job in the current economy can be harder than trying to fit a circular peg in a square hole. But it's certainly not impossible, and whenever you can get a leg up on your competition, you might as well. Right now, there are a ton of recent grads who are still trying to find work. So what's one way to get ahead? Create a story.... more >

What Is Crunchonomics?

dan.marley@gradspot.com — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:07:13 -0500

No, it's not a money-saving diet where you only eat Cap'n Crunch. Instead, Crunchonomics is a landing page that The Wall Street Journal has created to collect past and present articles that can help people through these tough economic times.... more >

Are You Addicted to the Internet?

sarah.collins@gradspot.com — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 20:33:27 -0500

From IM and Crackberry obsessions to gaming habits gone horribly wrong, there are many shades of Internet addiction. Finally, doctors in China have released the first definition of this relatively new but widespread affliction.... more >

Surviving Your Performance Review

Gritz — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:50:57 -0500

I feel pretty lucky to have worked in the type of jobs where formal performance reviews are not part of the agenda. When friends of mine complained about their reviews at investment banks or large-scale tech companies, I often failed to display the appropriate... more >

Entertainment in a Post-Election Age

Stuart — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:58:35 -0500

Now that the election has come to a sensational conclusion, how are you going to keep yourself occupied during your breaks or while on conference calls? No more inaccurate polls. No more viral videos. And most unfortunately, no more Nailin' Paylin to get you through your day.... more >

Save $1,000 in 30 Days

Stuart — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:50:17 -0500

Considering the credit crunch, recession, and crazy-volatile stock market, it's no surprise that money--particularly saving it--is on people's minds.... more >