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December 26, 2011

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Balancing a criminal record and a resume My New Year's resolution is to go from being simply "America's most beloved workplace-advice columnist" to "World's most beloved workplace-advice columnist." Remarkable Woman: June Porter Beloved figure in Chicago's adult literacy movement wanted to continue teaching kids only, but life's surprising What's your work personality? Recognize any of these types? Fight off that computer virus What to do if you suspect your computer has been infected 10 things you should never say to your boss You love them, you hate them -- it doesn't matter. There are some things you should never say. 'Tis the season for losing your balance Holiday stress can spill from work life to personal life. Here's how to juggle it all. Merriam Webster's word of the year Pragmatic is 2011's most looked-up word on Merriam Webster site Tips to avoid breaking up over money Money spats are annoying, repetitive and can be a cause of divorce. Sugar mice for a British Christmas Q: Recently while in England I picked up a mold for sugar mice. Do you know any recipes for them? Time to negotiate a raise? With many companies sitting on piles of cash, it might be time to ask for some A few tips on holiday tipping Few rituals are more awkward than end-of-year tipping. How much do you give your trainer at the gym? What about your postal worker or newspaper delivery service? Or parking lot attendants?

Lessons for Life Hosted by Jen Weigel What's it take to set a world record? Hey big spender! Some feedback on feedback Give the gift of a curse The art of appreciation More... This weekend's hottest looks Shopping cheat sheet - Dec. 23 TribU calendar: Featured event March 8: Trib U: Social Media for Business Masterclass. In just one day, learn how to reach more of your customers online and respond to them effectively. This masterclass will introduce you to the ways that social media can send more customers to your website and ultimately increase your business' revenue. 9 a.m. March 8, Tribune Tower, 435 N. Michigan Ave., $250, www.eventbrite.com/event/2551020170 All events >> TribU columnists Ask Amy Grandma worries about teen bathing with kids Robert Pagliarini: Your Other 8 Hours Top 5 personal coaching myths Daneen Skube: Interpersonal Edge Best advice of 2011 Ellen Warren On hats, and other wintertime wardrobe worries

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