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Interview with Dawn Ostroff

by Brienne Walsh on January 27, 2012

As the newly appointed head of Conde Nast Entertainment, and the former president of the CW Network, Dawn Ostroff is one of the most powerful women in the entertainment industry. For almost a decade, she has consistently been included on power lists in such publications as Elle Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter, and Entertainment Weekly. Dawn [...]

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Talking To Your Parents About Their Financial Future: Part I

by Jacoba Urist on January 25, 2012

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I’m in my mid-thirties and I still cringe when I think back to my mother sitting me down for “the talk” before I left for an eight-week summer teen tour across Israel. Thankfully, I’ve blocked most of it out, but I’m pretty sure there was something about using protection and her only being a collect [...]

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This Year? Plan for a Better Life…Financially

by Kat McCue January 24, 2012

The new year is a time to take stock in what we have achieved as well as what’s left to do—or, as we at GoGirl like to put it, it’s a time for betterment. We feel strongly that everyone, no matter the age, gender, or lifestyle, is for the better by having a solid financial [...]

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Interview with Shannon Schuyler

by Brienne Walsh January 20, 2012

It’s no small feat to change policy at a globally recognized professional services firm like PwC. But Shannon Schuyler, who has worked at the firm for fifteen years, and currently heads corporate responsibility, has helped to elevate PwC as a brand that cares about changing the world. We were lucky enough to speak to Schuyler [...]

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Secrets That Will Increase Your Income

by Guest January 18, 2012

Unfortunately for many new graduates in this economy, the chance of landing a solid, well-paying, 9-5 job is a fantasy. More likely than not, if you’re a 22-year-old like me–unless you’re lucky enough to work somewhere that doles out bonuses or overtime–your salary just isn’t cutting it. Take my situation for example: I work full-time [...]

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Advice from a Mom: The Best Ways to Save Money and Time

by Brooke Effron January 16, 2012

As a working mom of two living in NYC, I constantly feel that I am struggling to organize the kids’ activities, the household needs, and my own life. The Internet has been a real help in this endeavor, saving me money and time. Here are some personal tips that I would like to share with [...]

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It’s Sexy To Be Beautiful and Money Saavy: GoGirl Event

by Sarah Chang January 13, 2012

Earlier this week, we gathered together some of GoGirl’s favorite bloggers and friends at the fabulous Warren-Tricomi salon on Madison Avenue for an evening of beauty, networking, and financial health. Guests were treated to complimentary manicures and blowouts while mingling over refreshments (provided by Kelly White Burrows) in anticipation of a presentation by personal finance [...]

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How Do I Find a Flexible Work Opportunity?

by Guest January 11, 2012

Ask Mom Corps NYC President Stephanie Harbour about how to empower women, and she will speak passionately about why we need better options that allow women to advance their careers while balancing their personal commitments. That’s why Stephanie is in the business of creating these very options–specifically, work options that fall outside of the traditional, [...]

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Confessions of a Fashionista: Where I Find Fashion For Less

by Guest January 9, 2012

You know the women on The Real Housewives who simply waltz into Dior and emerge carrying four gigantic shopping bags without batting an eyelash? Well that’s not me. And in this recession it’s likely not you either. We all know far too well that in this economic environment, our fashion sense should take a backseat [...]

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