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Breaking Up with Someone You Love

It was one of those beautiful Asheville summer evenings. The sun was setting; the air was cool—perfect convertible weather. Top down, Kathy and I were on our way to a hip new bar in the River Arts District. “I may … Continue reading

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Feeling Better After A Break Up

My heart went out to Melissa. She was in pain. “I can’t sleep,” she said. “My mind is racing, and no matter what I do, I can’t make it stop. My emotions are all over the place.” Melissa and I … Continue reading

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Finding the Ideal Partner

Sherry and I were sipping Manhattans at one of our favorite hangouts. Outside, the bitter winter wind was blowing, stirring up the freshly fallen snow. The scene reminded me of a Christmas snow globe I had as a child. Maybe … Continue reading

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Moving on After a Break Up: Getting Back with Your Ex

Charlotte had finally broken up with her boyfriend of four years. All her friends—including me—were relieved. “Bob” had been bad news. Now Charlotte was sitting in my kitchen, sipping a gin and tonic, and confessing that she was considering going … Continue reading

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How to Prioritize Your Life, Work, and Life’s Work

My friend Justine is a single mom with two special-needs kids. As if that’s not enough, Justine is a busy solo-entrepreneur whose business is just beginning to take off. “I get so overwhelmed, I want to shut down,” she confessed. … Continue reading

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Job Search Strategies

My girlfriend Vivian and I were having coffee at our favorite downtown coffee shop. Vivian was looking for work, and she was frustrated to the point of tears. “I can’t tell you the number of ads I’ve responded to, and … Continue reading

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Successful Interviewing

My friend Vivian lost her job. It wasn’t because of poor performance; Vivian was great at what she did. The economy had forced her employer to lay off 20 percent of their workforce. We were sharing a turkey sandwich and … Continue reading

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Writing Resumes and Cover Letters

Vivian was despondent. Two days earlier she had learned that she was going to be laid off. “I haven’t written a resume in more than ten years,” she cried. “I don’t have a clue on where to begin.” Vivian had … Continue reading

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