Amy Levin-Epstein

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CBS Moneywatch blogger looking at job trends, hiring info, salary/pay data and workplace reports to help you manage your biggest financial asset: your career.

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Millennials: Are they entitled or smart about work?

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) The reputation of Millennials, aka Gen Y, precedes them in the job search process. They have been called entitled -- the "me" generation. I've been told by hiring managers that in interviews this group can ask what the company can do for them, rather than what they can do for the company.

Working from home: How moms can focus

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) Most working mothers say that they continually work to better balance their career and family. But for moms who telecommute or freelance from home, that balance can seem particularly elusive. Distractions come in all forms for any freelancers, of course, but a crying baby, a needy toddler or a noisy teenager are exponentially more effective at thwarting productivity than, say, the kitchen or TV.

Famous working moms share their secrets to success

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) Even famous working moms find it difficult to balance their office and home lives. As Tori Spelling shared with Babble.com, "There are days when I struggle with wanting to be a full-time, stay-at-home mom, and feeling guilty about that because I work."

Things to do your first week back from maternity leave

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) For many new moms, the end of maternity leave may be met with mixed emotions -- sadness, stress, guilt and even relief. The first week you're at your desk, however, is crucial to getting back on track at work, even as you get used to the idea of leaving your baby with a caretaker.

Working moms: 6 must-dos before maternity leave

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) Returning from maternity leave can be a tough transition for some new moms. So if you're getting ready to join the ranks of working mothers, there are some things you can do now to make it easier later. Here are six smart steps to take.

Things to do your first week back from maternity leave

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) For many new moms, the end of maternity leave may be met with mixed emotions -- sadness, stress, guilt and even relief. The first week you're at your desk, however, is crucial to getting back on track at work, even as you get used to the idea of leaving your baby with a caretaker.

Job seekers: 5 signs a workplace is family-friendly

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) If you're a parent (or planning on becoming one soon), a workplace that is family-friendly may be a big priority for you. When searching for a new job, there are some signs that indicate whether or not an employer values a life-work balance. Don't have any family plans?

Spring clean your resume: 5 items to delete ASAP!

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) Your resume shouldn't be set in stone. Instead, it should be a fluid document that is tweaked each and every time you send it to a new employer. Here are five things to delete from your resume: Outdated or obvious tech skills.

9 things great leaders never say

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) Merriam-Webster defines "leadership" as "the office or position of a leader." But you don't have to be the boss to lead. And since leadership is a trait that is looked at closely when deciding on whom to promote, showing you have what it takes to guide others may help you get into that top spot.

Moms share: How motherhood made me a better worker

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) For working moms, few transitions are bigger than finishing maternity leave and heading back to the office for the first time. [Read: Maternity leave: 4 tricks for going back to work]. But once they're settled into a routine, some new moms see their changed perspective as an asset at work.

Beyond Starbucks: Where freelancers are working

cbsnews.com — (MoneyWatch) If you're a freelancer, you may be spending your days competing for electrical outlets at the 'Bucks or struggling to be efficient in a home office, with distractions ranging from kids to the kitchen. If you have a little extra money and this describes you, consider renting office space.
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