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Advice
ask a boss
Feb. 23, 2021
‘I Got Promoted, But I Can’t Get a Fair Salary’
If you’re thinking this is a good way to ensure a company’s most promotable employees take jobs elsewhere, you’re right.
By
Alison Green
ask polly
Feb. 17, 2021
‘I’m Too Old and Washed Up to Succeed!’
You need to rid yourself of negative delusions and build a more resilient vision of your future.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Feb. 16, 2021
‘Is It Irresponsible to Quit My Job Without Having Another One Lined Up?’
I’m a big fan of asking,
If the worst happened, then what?
By
Alison Green
my two cents
Feb. 11, 2021
‘I’m Moving In With My Girlfriend. How Should We Split Rent?’
Just by communicating about how to share expenses equitably, the two of you are already a step ahead.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Feb. 10, 2021
‘Should I Leave My Good Job to Pursue My Artistic Dreams?’
Stop surrendering to your worries and learn to enjoy the risks and adventure of a creative career.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Feb. 9, 2021
‘Can I Refuse to Take on More Work Without a Raise?’
Often the way people “earn” a promotion is by starting to take on responsibilities outside the scope of their current job.
By
Alison Green
romance
Feb. 8, 2021
What Should You Do on Valentine’s Day This Year?
Get all dressed up with nowhere to go, have a Miyazaki marathon, and 20 more good ideas.
By
M. Elizabeth Sheldon
my two cents
Feb. 4, 2021
I Already Blew My Budget. How Can I Get Back on Track?
Don’t freak out. Focus on taking small, concrete steps to meet your goals.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Feb. 3, 2021
‘I Only Want to Date Men Who’ve Been Through Therapy!’
What you’re looking for is someone who’s curious and open to learning new things.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Feb. 2, 2021
‘I Want to Quit, But My Project Will Die If I Leave’
As with other abusive relationships, when you’ve stayed at a toxic job for a long time, it can be hard to see that you need to get out.
By
Alison Green
valentine’s day
Feb. 1, 2021
For Valentine’s Day, Get Your Partner a Gift
You
Want
Like, say, fancy serving utensils.
By
Erica Schwiegershausen
my two cents
Jan. 28, 2021
‘My Sister Is So Cheap and It’s Driving Me Nuts!’
She might not know better, or she could just be a jerk. You won’t really know unless you talk to her.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask a boss
Jan. 26, 2021
‘Should I Be Exaggerating Enthusiasm in Job Interviews?’
If you do, you need to be prepared to keep up the act once you’re on the job.
By
Alison Green
my two cents
Jan. 21, 2021
‘How Can I Afford the Therapy I Need?’
You shouldn’t have to choose between your mental health and your financial future.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Jan. 20, 2021
‘I Want My Family to Love Me Unconditionally’
The cause of your sadness isn’t the same as the solution.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Jan. 19, 2021
‘My Co-worker Hijacks Our Meetings With Endless Questions’
It’s hard to tell someone to talk less, especially in a spur-of-the-moment conversation that you aren’t prepared for.
By
Alison Green
my two cents
Jan. 14, 2021
How Do I Save Up an Emergency Fund?
Saving money isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be so hard, either.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Jan. 13, 2021
‘My Husband Won’t Have Sex With Me!’
Your bedroom has become a battleground where all of your fears and anxieties go head-to-head.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Jan. 12, 2021
My Boss’s Stress Is Affecting Everyone Around Her
Sometimes people genuinely don’t realize how they’re coming across in situations like this.
By
Alison Green
my two cents
Jan. 7, 2021
‘I Actually Saved Money in 2020. What Should I Do With It?’
Don’t just focus on an emergency fund — figure out what you actually
want
to save for.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Jan. 6, 2021
My Friend Group Dumped Me and Now I Have No One!
It’s time to stop trying to please people and start being your true self.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Jan. 5, 2021
‘Should I Disclose My Depression to My Employer?’
We’re talking here about the professional world as it actually is, not the one I wish we lived in.
By
Alison Green
culture
Jan. 5, 2021
Rookie’s Popular ‘Life Skills’ Column Is Back
In the form of an eight-episode Audible podcast.
By
Emilia Petrarca
my two cents
Dec. 31, 2020
Money Lessons From a Truly Terrible Year
What personal finance experts learned from 2020.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Dec. 22, 2020
What’s the Best Way to Donate to Charity If You Don’t Have a Lot to Give?
Advice on putting your money where your mouth is.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Dec. 17, 2020
‘I Lost My Job and My Husband Keeps Criticizing My Spending’
How to communicate about money when your income gets cut in half.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Dec. 16, 2020
‘Do I Have to Thank My Weird Aunt for Her Terrible Gifts?’
Even though her inability to hear you is triggering, consider the big picture and choose your battles carefully.
By
Heather Havrilesky
my two cents
Dec. 10, 2020
‘I Have to Make Money Somehow’
Five people on finding creative ways to make money during the economic downturn.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Dec. 9, 2020
‘Everything I Do Fails, So I Don’t Even Try’
You keep yourself safe from investing in the world because you don’t want to be disappointed.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Dec. 8, 2020
35 Gifts for Every Type of Employee
When you’re the boss giving gifts to your team, you can find thoughtful things for each person without playing favorites.
By
Alison Green
ask polly
Dec. 2, 2020
‘People Tell Me I Seem Like a Snob Whenever I’m Quiet!’
Confident, self-possessed women often make people nervous.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Dec. 1, 2020
‘Should I Give My Boss a Holiday Gift?’
All your questions about holiday gift-giving at work, answered.
By
Alison Green
my two cents
Nov. 26, 2020
‘Many of These Women Don’t Even Know They’re Being Abused’
Economic abuse was insidious before the pandemic, but COVID has made it worse.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask a boss
Nov. 24, 2020
‘My Boss Keeps Inviting Herself Over to My House’
Even during non-pandemic times, this would be highly inappropriate — she is abusing her power by trying to force herself on people socially.
By
Alison Green
advice
Nov. 23, 2020
How to Make Friends As an Adult
An expert’s advice on how to do it without being painfully awkward.
By
Emily Burns
culture
Nov. 20, 2020
I’m Obsessed With the Queen’s Terrible Advice
Everything on
The Crown
can be solved with a nice brisk walk.
By
Sangeeta Singh-Kurtz
my two cents
Nov. 19, 2020
What Does Biden’s Student Loan Plan Mean for You?
Breaking down what the president-elect can and can’t do without control of Congress.
By
Charlotte Cowles
holidays
Nov. 18, 2020
How to Host a Zoom Thanksgiving
We asked event planners for tips on pulling off a virtual holiday gathering.
By
Erica Schwiegershausen
ask polly
Nov. 18, 2020
‘Why Can’t I Stop Lying All the Time?’
You’re struggling with avoidance, anxiety, and shame.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Nov. 17, 2020
‘My Boss Expects People to Work While They’re on Vacation’
There can be real power in numbers, so if you can, get your co-workers on board with a strategy.
By
Alison Green
money talks
Nov. 12, 2020
‘I Had a Life in New York. Then I Lost My Job and My Visa.’
Now I’m job-hunting in multiple countries and handing over thousands to my immigration lawyer.
As told to
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Nov. 11, 2020
‘How Do I Live Like an Artist?’
Stop battling yourself and embrace the truth, no matter how ugly.
By
Heather Havrilesky
ask a boss
Nov. 10, 2020
‘Is My Job the Problem, or Is it Me?’
Your organization is making it so much harder on you than it needs to be.
By
Alison Green
my two cents
Nov. 5, 2020
Could Knowing Your ‘Money Script’ Help Your Finances?
To break bad money habits, it helps to know where they come from.
By
Charlotte Cowles
ask polly
Nov. 4, 2020
‘I’m Freezing My Eggs and It’s Kicked Up So Much Rage!’
Throw away this complicated puzzle and reconnect with the people around you.
By
Heather Havrilesky
advice
Nov. 3, 2020
May We Suggest Logging Off Today at Exactly 4:30
And then logging back on at 6:55.
By
Bridget Read,
Madeleine Aggeler,
and
Amanda Arnold
ask a boss
Nov. 3, 2020
‘How Can I Get Feedback After Being Rejected for a Job?’
Be sure your request makes it clear that you understand you’re asking for a favor.
By
Alison Green
my two cents
Oct. 30, 2020
‘I Love My Boyfriend, But I Can’t Trust Him With Money’
You can’t force him to get his act together, but you can put your foot down if he doesn’t.
By
Charlotte Cowles
recommendations
Oct. 27, 2020
What Should You Do for Halloween This Year?
From drive-in movies to the dog costume parade, here are 11 very good ideas.
By
the Cut
ask a boss
Oct. 27, 2020
‘My Boss Is Awful. Is It Worth Going to HR?’
They can make suggestions, but it’s often up to individual managers to decide what to do with that input.
By
Alison Green
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