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Important Steps to Negotiating a Raise

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Experts say that now is the time to ask for a raise. Employers are looking at their budgets and deciding how much they can spend. Although we’re well on our way to recession (we’re not technically there–at least not yet), it still may be time to pitch your worth to your employer. However, before you go in to ask the big question, a little preparation can go a long way. Prepare a List of Your Accomplishments Sometimes employers need a little reminding of how valuable you are to the company. Before you go in to convince your boss that you … Continue reading →

4 Things You Probably Shouldn’t Talk About at Work

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I realize that every office is different and some are more casual than others. However, every job that you ever have should be viewed, at the very least, as a networking opportunity, if not a rung in the ladder. Perhaps you have landed your dream job and have no intentions of ever advancing–but that doesn’t mean that a professional reputation isn’t something to strive for. With that said, here are a few things that are better left discussed after office hours. Other People Nothing speaks more poorly about you than when you dish the goods on someone else. Yet, almost … Continue reading →

Your Winnie the Pooh Birthday Cake

A few days ago, Lauri over in Fun posted some games and fun things to do at a Winnie the Pooh Birthday Party. I’m a little late but here to follow up on some great ideas for your Winnie the Pooh birthday party cake! One of the great things about the Winnie the Pooh theme is that supplies run in abundance at most party stores. (This is really true for most popular children’s characters.) This makes decorating a cinch. Easy Pooh Cake The easiest way to get a Pooh cake is to make and frost a regular 9 x 13 … Continue reading →

How to Afford a Baby When You Really Can’t Afford One

This blog is actually the result of a lamenting mother who wishes she could stay home, wishes she could have more children but states she simply can’t afford it. Let’s face it, the economy isn’t doing anyone any favors these days. She says she can barely afford diapers. Understand that I’m not judging anyone here. Whether or not you want to stay home or go to work is your choice and it doesn’t have to be mine. But it makes me sad to see fellow moms lamenting over leaving their children in day care, wanting more but claiming unaffordability all … Continue reading →

Battered Potatoes

I was surprised at how delicious these little potato bites were. As a testimony to their ultimate yumminess–all five of my children ate them. (With appropriate amounts of ketchup of course.) These are great little tidbits if you’re looking to serve something for a party or as an appetizer. I think the secret is in the salt blend and what is nice about that is you can customize your own version. In my version, I don’t use pepper because my kids don’t like it. But of course, if you like pepper–pepper away! You will need: 8 medium potatoes 2 cups … Continue reading →

Ask the Sneaky Mama: Healthier Lunches?

Question: I have a question for the Sneaky Mama. I cannot seem to get my kids to eat anything besides peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch. Do you have any suggestions for healthier alternatives like chicken or tuna? So now you know, if you want the Sneaky Mama to answer a question about sneaking healthier foods into your child’s diet or making “real” food, kid friendly–just send me a message and I’m likely to answer! Is Peanut Butter Not a Major Food Group? Sometimes I think peanut butter gets a bad rap. True–if you and I eat it, it … Continue reading →

Networking: What It Is and Why You Do It

Networking, simply defined is the art of building alliances. The goal is not to try to get as many business cards as possible in your rolodex but to build some sort of relationship with those whom you meet. Make a good impression and a lasting impression, and your job search might be just a little easier. Why Make a Point to Network? Everyone agrees that times are tougher and that getting your foot in the door is harder. In a survey of hundreds of businesses it was noted that in recent years, most new hires knew someone. Sending out cold … Continue reading →

April’s Cooking Tips

Quite awhile ago now, I said that I would offer monthly cooking tips. A reader recently pointed out that I’m several months behind! I certainly won’t catch up but I figure there’s no time like the present to start. Here is a collection of cooking tips based on questions readers send me (and a few questions that some of my friends ask me), for your beginning-of-spring cooking. What does it mean when a recipe calls for a hulled strawberry? Hulling a strawberry means taking the little green stems off. You can actually buy a strawberry huller, but I just use … Continue reading →

3 Bad Bed Time Habits You Shouldn’t Start

I almost hesitate to post this. The truth is one family’s bad habit might be another’s god send. As someone who doesn’t do sleep deprivation well, I find myself returning to this motto: do whatever allows you the most sleep. But there are a few things that are definite no-no’s and/or will make your life harder down the road. Bad Habit #1: Putting Baby to Bed with a Bottle This isn’t my opinion. It’s the opinion of the American Dental Association, as well as the American Association of Pediatrics, as well as the World Health Organization. Why, is this such … Continue reading →

Are You In a Recession Proof Job?

If you listen or read anything about finances at all, no doubt you’re becoming intimately acquainted with the word recession. Whether you think we’re in one now, or whether we’re just on the brink of a recession–things are getting tougher financially. Gone are the days of economic boom and returning are the days of frugality and preparedness. There is truly no such thing as a “recession proof” job. All jobs are subjected to the same woes of financial crisis however, experts say that some industries are indeed safer than others. However, what most industry experts are saying is that it … Continue reading →