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Where To Find Networking Events

Default admin account — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:58:24 -0700

Networking is a term you hear frequently as a recent college graduate and throughout your professional career. For many, it feels like an abstract concept and unfamiliar territory. However Boston is a city that offers multiple networking opportunities; you just have to know where to find them

Keeping Costs Down in a New City

Default admin account — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:49:14 -0700

I am an avid reader of the Wall Street Journal's Hire Education Blog. It's focus is about people getting ready for the transition from college to the working world

Homes Are Selling in Mass

Default admin account — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:03:42 -0700

It isn't all gloom and doom. Boston.com published an article about ten Massachusetts towns that soared through the July market.

Back to School in Boston

Default admin account — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 19:12:11 -0700

It's only mid-August, but for college students like myself, it's time to prepare for the return to campus. While most other people are basking in the sun at beaches, we are busy packing away our bikinis (only until Spring Break!). We cram everything from our home bedrooms into suitcases and boxes despite the fact that it won't all fit in a standard dorm room.

Playing Host in Boston

Default admin account — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 05:24:01 -0700

For the first time since moving to Boston I had visitors stay with me last weekend. One friend was from New York, the other grew up in Chicago. Since they were both well acquainted with city life, I just had to create weekend plans that would show them my Boston life is all about.

Boston at Your Leisure

Default admin account — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:57:51 -0700

There truly is no better place to spend summer afternoons than Boston. Between the cafes, museums and parks there is always a new part of the city to leisurely stroll around.

Creating a Nine to Five Job Search

Default admin account — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:40:50 -0700

It's not always easy to stay focused when job searching, especially with distractions that always seem to sneak up on us. Multiply those distractions by ten when it comes to a job search in the summer.

How to Rent an Apartment

Default admin account — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 08:15:59 -0700

hen it comes to renting an apartment there are a few components to think about. The first questions to consider are the logistics; where will you live and what kind of neighborhood do you want, how much are you going to spend, who are you living with and how many bedrooms will you need, when will your lease begin and what are your must haves and don’t wants?

Time Management

Default admin account — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:02:33 -0700

The life of a college student is hectic. The chaos that surrounds me and my peers is immense and never seems to let up. And I really mean never. The moment we hand in one essay, we’re off to the library to study for a test. And once we hand in an exam, we’re up until two in the morning with a textbook working through endless problem sets.

Preparing to be a Buyer

Default admin account — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:49:24 -0700

As a young professional you may not be in a place where you're ready to buy quite yet, however, you should always keep an ear to the news and an eye on the market so you are an educated and prepared buyer when the time is right for you.

Summer Eatings in Boston

Default admin account — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:06:20 -0700

’m a foodie, obsessed with discovering tasty eateries. From the time I’ve spent living in Boston, I have determined that the restaurants here satisfy even the pickiest of palettes, whether you’re craving spicy or tangy, salty or sweet.

Trading a Tan for Textbooks

Default admin account — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 09:05:51 -0700

Summer is a time for students to relax their brain after rigorous semesters of work. It provides a much-needed break from demanding lectures, lengthy textbooks and grueling all-nighters.

Shop Talk

Default admin account — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:37:34 -0700

Today we are kicking off a weekly post called Shop Talk. Every Monday, we will discuss what is working (and what isn’t working) in job searching and career advancement.

Renting in Time

Default admin account — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:20:54 -0700

During this busy rental season spanning from around May until September, I wanted to address the question of timing your apar

Why Now is the Time to Buy

Default admin account — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 12:49:43 -0700

Great news if you're thinking about buying! Mortgage rates are at an all-time low which means you can save thousands of dollars if locking in at these rates.

Out-of-State Resumes

Default admin account — Mon, 24 May 2010 12:26:42 -0700

Applying to jobs in Boston and living out-of-state can be challenging. Applicants often feel as if their resumes are not being considered with an address outside of Massachusetts.

Graduating with Money Sense

Default admin account — Mon, 17 May 2010 11:06:20 -0700

In the midst of graduation season, the New York Times published an article, "The New Money Rules for Recent Graduates." Included in this piece are some helpful hints and new rules regarding health insurance, banking and debit cards, credit cards

Thinking of Buying?

Default admin account — Mon, 03 May 2010 13:42:42 -0700

April 30th was the last day of the first time home buyer's tax credit, but don't worry, this is still a fantastic time to buy a home and take advantage of historically low interest rates.

Last Look at the Apartment of the Month

Default admin account — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:05:56 -0700

The Apartment of the Month in April was in Charlestown. Before we move to the next apartment of the month, we wanted you to know what's so great about this neighborhood.

Great Results from the Avon Walk Fundraiser

Default admin account — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 07:41:20 -0700

Thank you for your support at Launch into Boston's networking event and fundraiser for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer.