What people see when they Google (or Bing) you can make or break an impression…especially with an employer or a first date. But how do you control what they find? Fast Company details how to control your web identity.
Archive for the ‘Love’ Category
How to Take Control of your Web Identity
Monday, February 22nd, 2010How to survive waiting for a wedding proposal
Wednesday, January 20th, 2010
With men and women waiting later to get married (the averages are close to 29 and 27, respectively), it’s no wonder that one person in a relationship can end up ready to get married before the other. YourTango.com investigates how to survive waiting for a wedding proposal and gives some advice to women (and men) waiting.
Men marrying more educated, richer wives
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010Generation X has changed the tide – marriage now provides *men* with more stability than women according to the Pew Research Center. Learn more about this changing dynamic between men and women at the New York Times online.
How to Find the Perfect Gift for a Woman
Saturday, January 9th, 2010
Women can be confusing…and finding the gift that sends the right message can seem impossible! Details Mag to the rescue with a gift guide the women at t-s.com will gladly endorse (they suggest shoes!) to help you pick the perfect gift for your sister, coworker, Mom and significant other.
A Video Guide to your Quarter Life Crisis
Thursday, November 19th, 2009
When articles just aren’t enough, turn to this witty commentary on life from “A-Z Guide to your Quarter Life Crisis” for essential tips on work, friends, happiness, acceptance. Seems like this angst is felt across the Atlantic as well…
Tips from the Trenches: “21 Things I Wish I Knew in My Twenties”
Tuesday, October 27th, 2009In this installment of “Tips from the Trenches”, a leadership/management/ethics blogger gives us his “21 Things I wish I knew in my Twenties.” Here’s a sampling of his advice…
1. This too shall pass.
2. What they say is required is not really what is required.
3. The whole world is not looking at you.
7. Don’t regard the spiritual as impractical. It may well be the most practical thing in your life.
8. If you are trying to impress someone, your priorities are skewed.
10. The journey from A to B often goes from A to Z, M, and D before arriving at B.
13. You are far from the only nervous person in the room.
14. Don’t burn bridges. You may need them sooner than you think.
15. There are many times when it is better to be kind than clever.
17. Talk more with your parents and, if possible, tape some of their reminiscences.
18. Be reluctant to assign bad motives to others. Most of us are blundering, not conspiring.
21. Try not to trip over the rocks on your way to the horizon. Don’t let your grand vision distract you from what is needed to achieve it.
“Money Talks to Have Before Marriage”
Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Raise your hand if you look forward to discussing spending & saving habits in a serious relationship. Didn’t think so. Based on informal T-S research, we think that money conversations may be the most important compatibility factor that young couples don’t talk about. Yet when marriages fail, the couples often cite money issues. It’s the NYT to the rescue with “Money Talks to Have Before Marriage“.
Brutally Honest Advice or Full of It?: “Why You’re Still Single”
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Aimed mainly at women, this love advice from The Frisky can apply to both male & female twenty-somethings on the arduous quest for love. Can it really be this simple? If Angelina lived in sweatpants would she still be single? Or is it true, whether we want to believe it or not.
Share your thoughts…or your own experiences with us. Comments welcome.
Online Dating: When & How to Email Potential Dates
Monday, September 28th, 2009
Whether you’re new to online dating or re-entering the e-dating pool, TheFrisky.com offers up a tres tres useful guide to emailing a potential online interest…worth a read since no one really wants to become an unintentional e-stalker. Click here for “The Dos And Don’ts Of Emailing Online Dating Matches“.
How to Plan a Romantic Getaway
Thursday, August 13th, 2009
This romantic getaway how-to was actually found in Men’s Health — but it works for both men & women trying to make a good impression. Get the essential info on how to impress your date without coming on to strong.
