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  • Tale of Two Cities | Best Libations

    Tale of Two Cities | Best Libations

    Jen and Catherine’s top 3 drinks from Los Angeles and San Francisco

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    Now that we’re exploring and reporting from two cities, every month we will bring you our top picks from San Francisco and Los Angeles. It’s been a while since I shared my favorite happy hour spots, so read on for our top libations just in time for your weekend.

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  • Jen Hack’s Life Hacks | Never Spend a Saturday Running Errands Again

    Jen Hack’s Life Hacks | Never Spend a Saturday Running Errands Again

    Try these time-saving swaps for your weekly errands & save your Saturdays for the things you love.

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    This week I’m kicking off a new monthly series, Jen Hack’s Life Hacks. Expect this to be your new source for hot tips on how to simplify your life, find more time in your days, and increase your productivity. Each month I’ll be sharing some of the simple tricks I’ve accumulated over the years that have really made a big difference in my life.

    A few years ago a friend of mine introduced me to the concept of outsourcing your life. The basic idea is to find ways to avoid having to do the things you hate in order to have more time to do the things you love. I thought this idea was absolutely brilliant and really took it to heart. Fast forward a few years and I’ve found a solution to get me out of nearly errand I’d rather not have on my to-do list. If this sounds like a good idea to you, read on to find the simple swaps I recommend you give a try!

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  • 5 Money Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making

    5 Money Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making

    Our Best Advice to Help You Make the Most of Your Hard Earned Money

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    You work hard for your money. Shouldn’t it work hard for you? For those of us who aren’t born with a calculator in our hands, the threat of facing our finances is quite the nightmare. Yet, even the most numbers-averse Single Girl should know how to smartly manage her money.

    There is a lot of great advice out there to help you decide how to best budget, save, and invest your hard-earned dollars. Before diving in too deep however, I recommend first checking-in with your current checking situation. Start this week on a smart foot and make sure you aren’t making any of these 5 money mistakes.

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  • Decorate Your Desk Like Your Favorite Instagrammers

    Decorate Your Desk Like Your Favorite Instagrammers

    Step Up Your Desk Game with These Instagram-Worthy Office Supplies

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    Scrolling through The Single Diaries Instagram feed often feels like entering an alternate universe. One, where all things are crafted from the perfect pallet of gold, sequins, and shades of pink. On more than one occasion I’ve found myself asking how to replicate this photo-worthy aesthetic in my own life.

    Though I haven’t yet unlocked all the answers of these amateur photographers, one thing I’ve picked up on is their careful curation. These girls surround themselves with beautiful things in small and big ways. In return, they craft themselves beautiful, Instagram-enviable lives.

    Since I’m not one to want to be left out of the party, I’ve begun to swap out my own things for versions that make my own life  a little bit more Instagram-worthy, starting with my desk supplies. It’s amazing what these little changes can have not only on improving your feed but also your mood! To help you get started on crafting your own Instagram-worthy style, I’ve rounded up 10 office supplies to decorate your desk in style.

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  • How to Eat Healthy All Week Long

    How to Eat Healthy All Week Long

    Jen’s tips, tricks, and recipes to help you eat healthy all week long

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    It’s rare that a week goes by without someone I work with commenting on my healthy eating habits. I eat breakfast everyday, bring my lunch to work, and rarely eat out.  I’m not a stickler about what I eat when it comes to the weekends but M-F I do what I can to keep my diet reeled in. Might sound a bit boring to some but for me this plan works. I figure if I can make the right decisions 80% of the time, there’s no reason to feel guilty about the 20% I’d rather feast on chocolate, cheese, and wine.

    Aside from the general commentary, I often get asked how I manage to do it. I wish I could tell you there is some secret formula or magic trick to it all. In reality, however, the trick is quite simple. Sticking to your healthy habits all comes down to being prepared.

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