Searching for your first full-time job can feel like a futile endeavor. Unemployment makes you vulnerable and it’s easy to jump at anything that bites. When you finally do receive an offer, negotiating for more money can feel out of the question, or may not even cross your mind. But you should absolutely try to negotiate for more money! We decided to break the ice on this taboo topic by reaching out to our readers for some real-world advice. Read on to find out how they approached their salary negotiations, and what the results were!
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How Much Money Do English Majors Make?
In this article, you'll find information regarding the income of English majors using data from national organizations and anecdotal data that we have collected from our audience of English Majors.
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Lovers of Libraries & Books
Searching for the perfect gift for a bibliophile? Our gift guide is PACKED with gift ideas for those who love books and libraries! Whether you're on the hunt for a Christmas gift, birthday present, or something special to give a recent grad, we've got you covered.
The Ultimate Shakespeare Gift Guide
If you're searching for an AWESOME gift for a Shakespeare fanatic, then you've come to the right place! Our William Shakespeare gift-giving guide is packed with fun gift ideas that any Shakespeare admirer is sure to delight in.
The Ultimate Jane Austen Gift Guide
Welcome to the ultimate Jane Austen-inspired gift guide! Discover 130+ unique items designed for the Jane Austen fan in your life!
Building a Better Bookshelf: Anti-Racist Reading Lists & Black-Owned Bookstores
There are many resources that will help educate and empower you to become an anti-racist ally. As you research, if you are planning to buy books on anti-racism (etc.), consider purchasing these books from Black-owned bookstores. There are several Black-owned bookstores throughout the United States.
How to Ruin Your Blog in 2020 (& What To Do if You Have)
How much thought do you put into your blog? As an English major, managing your own content through a blog is a great way to build your skills, find your voice, and get your writing out to a wider audience.
9 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Ph.D. Program in Literature, Criticism, and Textual Studies
If you are thinking about pursuing a Ph.D., here are some helpful tips to contemplate. They range from discussing the preparation and application process, as well as an in-depth look into the devastating, challenging, exciting, and memorable moments that make up the academic world.
