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Working at home every once in a while is one thing, but working at home full-time may not be what you signed up for. If you’re navigating the transition from an actual office to your home during these unprecedented times, you know it isn’t easy.  We’ve compiled this list of items to help you make the transition. Whether it’s ergonomic gear for your desk, computer gear or protective equipment, you’ll find what you need to make working from home more comfortable. 10 Deals to Help Make Working From Home Easier Check out these items designed to help with ergonomics, a suitable workspace and even pampering. Deals For Ergonomic Relief All that time at your desk can lead to back pain, poor posture and carpal tunnel damage. These items can help relieve symptoms. 1. Stan Desk: Adjustable Standing Desk If you’re a laptop user who works in multiple locations, you may want to give the adjustable Stan Desk a try. It’s transportable, easy to set up and put down, and best of all, helps y...

Hiring practices may have changed a bit in the past few years, but one thing has stayed the same: Resumes are a must during a job hunt, and a quality one is a very big deal for job seekers.  These sacred documents represent the whole of your working life. They’re your first introduction to prospective employers and can make or break your chances of getting a job.  If you’re wondering how to write a resume, there are some important details to keep in mind. Use this blueprint to create a great resume that gets you noticed. Choose Your Format First off, decide whether you are applying for a job that requires a CV (curriculum vitae) versus a resume. Don’t know the difference? Here’s a quick rundown. Resume or CV? We’ll spend a lot of time talking about resumes, but what about CVs — and what’s the difference? In short, quite a bit. Your Curriculum Vitae You can throw out many of the do’s, don’ts and tips we’ve mentioned when it comes to crafting a CV. This is a static docum...

Moving is less than fun in the best of circumstances. Add the coronavirus crisis to the mix, and it’s… well, a crisis.  But in some cases, you might not be able to put off your move, and during this stressful time, it’s extra important to stay safe and save money. Here’s what you need to know about moving during the time of the coronavirus, if you absolutely must. What Happens With My Lease During COVID-19? If your lease is coming up in the near future, you may be wondering if you have any options to fall back on to avoid moving — even if you’re not planning on staying in your place long-term. In most cases, if your lease is up during the coronavirus, you’re going to have to re-sign, ask to go month-to-month, or move.  Here’s all of our coverage of the coronavirus outbreak , which we will be updating every day. On the other end of the spectrum, the pandemic may have you hoping to break your lease without financial repercussions. For instance, maybe you moved in with...

Farm to table is a concept Jenn Collins and Brad Barnes know very well. The married couple from Columbus, Georgia, grow an abundance of produce on their property and maintain The Dew Abides blog where they write about their experiences. Here’s all of our coverage of the coronavirus outbreak , which we will be updating every day. Their homesteading lifestyle allowed them to retire in their 40s — though Collins has since picked up a part-time gig working at a nearby farm. Over in Greenville, South Carolina, Fo Alexander enjoys a frugal lifestyle — one that helped her pay off over $78,000 of student loan debt in three years. “During my debt-free journey, I cut cable, eating out, my gym membership and getting my hair and nails done professionally,” she said. Jaime Gibbs maintains a thrifty life in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with her husband Pierre and their two kids. Their family took a big financial hit during the 2008 recession, which forced them to adjust to living with less. “We ha...

The “new normal.”  That’s how many of us have begun describing our existence during this pandemic — even though life right now is decidedly abnormal. What hasn’t changed: our responsibilities. We still have to work, if we’re lucky enough to still have a job. And with offices closed, kitchen tables across the land have become makeshift desks. The homefront has become the work-from-home front, and that isn’t necessarily a seamless shift. In fact, for many of us it looks like a laboratory experiment gone terribly wrong, broken glass and chemicals strewn at our feet.  But we suit up each morning — even if the suit is pajamas — and set to work again, determined to get the experiment right this time. To reflect this shared experience, we’ve launched a series on the new normal, told by people living it. We hope you’ll see a little of yourself here, and we hope that familiarity makes this all a little bit easier. I Was Ready to Work Remotely, But Then My Family Came Home Tiffa...

Being an artist and relying on your creativity for your income is difficult in the best of times. But these aren’t the best of times. With the coronavirus pandemic shutting down public gatherings, artists are taking a hard hit.  From musicians who make their coin playing to crowds at festivals and in bars to artists who sell their work at art shows and craft fairs, stay-at-home orders are really hurting their income. Thankfully, this hasn’t gone unnoticed. A number of grants have popped up to help our creative friends get through this time. 6 Emergency Grants for Artists Impacted During the Coronavirus Pandemic Here is a list of some of the grants currently available to people who work in the arts. New grants are popping up all the time, so if you are in need, keep searching. 1. PEN America Emergency Fund Started way back in 1922, PEN America is an organization that strives to support writers and helps provide the freedom to pursue their art. The PEN America Emergency Fund ...

Facebook is helping small businesses rocked by the coronavirus with millions of dollars in grants and ad credits, but the window to apply is closing fast. The social media behemoth unveiled its Small Business Grants Program March 17. It provides $100 million to qualifying small businesses across dozens of countries. Details about the program and eligibility trickled out over the course of a month. Here’s all of our coverage of the coronavirus outbreak , which we will be updating every day. In a Facebook post, Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg later specified that $40 million of the funds are earmarked for 10,000 U.S. businesses that operate “in 34 locations where our employees live and work.” The maximum grant amount is $4,000 ― $2,500 in cash and $1,500 in optional Facebook ad credits. Application deadlines by location: New York City and Seattle – May 2. San Francisco Bay area – May 4. All other eligible U.S. locations (listed below) – May 6. Note: The application...