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Design our T-Shirt Contest

Have an idea of what our t-shirts should look like? Cool! Because we don’t! Send your designs to tshirt@ypchicago.org for a chance to win a one year YPC Membership and free YPC events for 3 months! The submission deadline is Sunday, August 29th 11:59:59 CST. Submissions should be high-quality ‘print ready’ design All submissions become [...]

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Adorable and Informative Blog Seeks Pithy Community Manager

So far YPC has launched its blog in fits and starts. We would like to add a lot more consistency and professionalism to the process. Specifically, we’re looking for somebody to lead the growth YPSpeak, recruit contributors, manage scheduling, and get the word out on social networks and in real life. This person would help [...]

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7 Ways to Chill Out This Labor Day Weekend

7 Ways to Chill Out This Labor Day Weekend

Our first three-day weekend in two months, and ironically enough, it’s a holiday in honor of that which we are not doing on Monday—working. Sometimes it can be awfully difficult to unwind after back-to-back meetings, the stress of commuting, and the anxious daily grind. That’s why I’ve compiled a short lil’ list of seven tips [...]

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Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto I finally made risotto. Risotto has been on my recipes-to-cook list ever since Paolo, the Italian exchange student, made it in my German host mother’s kitchen years ago. The recipe below is simple but requires time and attention. It is a perfect dish to make for someone special, like I did. And it [...]

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The Week in Links, August 20

How To Navigate A Career Fair.The Emerging Professional“Know who you want to talk to in advance and have something interesting to say,” plus six more tips on how to make the most of a job fair. Why Young Professionals Should Work For Small Nonprofits.Jobs For ChangeIf you work for a small nonprofit, you’ll most likely [...]

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“What’s Your Weakness?”  Answering Tough Interview Questions

“What’s Your Weakness?” Answering Tough Interview Questions

“What’s your weakness?” This is one of the most dreaded interview questions. Sure, you would love to tell the recruiting director your three strengths. You could go on and on about why you would be the perfect fit for the company or why you stand out from all of the other candidates. Of course, during [...]

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The Damaging Effects of Anger

The Damaging Effects of Anger

If we take a look at our own lives it is apparent that there are several differences between men and women. Some of these differences can be seen in the ways that the respective sexes view the world, relate to others, and especially in the way that men and women tend to express their feelings. [...]

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3 Simple Ways to Differentiate Your Resume From the Rest

3 Simple Ways to Differentiate Your Resume From the Rest

  We all think we know how to write a great resume. How could we not? Just Google “resume writing tips,” and you’ll be instantly bombarded with relevant links. But in today’s competitive world of employment, it isn’t just about listing your experience, affiliations, education, and skill set. Sure, this information may possibly speak for [...]

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Holiday Ham

Holiday Ham

In the spirit of the season, I am posting my Holiday Ham recipe. It is the epitome of TangySweetFoodLove. There is a nice blend of tang, sweetness, and saltiness. Please enjoy the goodness with you and yours.  Holiday Ham: TangySweetFoodLove-style Serves 8 1 4-Lb. Cured Ham 1/2 C. of Brown Sugar 3 Tbl. of Soy [...]

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