Work + Money

Do you live for the weekends? Do you despise Monday mornings? Are you majorly stuck in a rut or in a job you hate-or think there's got to be something better than what you're doing right now?

I used to live a double life-working all day at a job I hated and then coming home and being a "job applicant" after work and on weekends. I was totally stuck and didn't know how to get out. I didn't care (or really even know) what jobs I applied to-all I knew is that I needed a change. It took years for me to finally figure out that this approach didn't work. The truth is, I needed to understand myself better before I could understand how to job hunt. And as soon as I did that, my dream jobs just starting popping up left and right. Eventually, I didn't even have to apply for jobs-they just came to me.

Take it from me-there are many mistakes that job searchers make when trying to get out of a career rut. But there are also solutions. Here are six things you can do-this week-to get out of that

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Aries (March 21 - April 19) Someone or something sheds light on a long-standing problem that has really been dragging down your bottom line. You have no place left to go but up, or bust, so make the most of this insight as soon as they express it. Today's Aries Reading: Free Sample Daily Grind Reading

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Don't try to go it alone today, no matter what the 'it' happens to be. You have more goals in common with those around you than you realize, and you can all reach them that much quicker working together than you can going solo. Today's Taurus Reading: Free Sample Celtic Love Tarot Reading

Gemini (May 21 - June 21) Someone who seems to be contributing nothing is actually a huge asset to your team. They are seeking the

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"Here's the problem," says the woman on the phone. "My ex-boss and I had no especially warm feelings for one another. I don't have another reference from that job, and I worked there for three years."

"What about a co-worker of yours who doesn't work there anymore?" I asked her. "That person could be a reference for you." "There isn't anyone like that," she said. "A customer?" I asked. "Oh, yes!" said the job-seeking lady. "There's a customer who loves me. I'll use her as a reference. Thanks so much --"

"Wait one second!" I quickly interjected. "You have to talk to your old customer first. She doesn't know she's going to be one of your job references. You can't let these guys hit her with a reference call or email out of the blue. You have to call and prepare her."

"Wait," said my caller, suddenly sounding dejected again. "That customer who loves me would be a great reference, but I don't have contact info for her. That means I can't call and ask her to be a

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You don't need to spend a lot of time or money putting together a fun costume for Halloween. Shine's editors brainstormed on how you can shop your closet to create something fabulous and free this season. Gender or age don't really matter for these getups, we happen to love old, male "disgruntled bridesmaids"- at least on Halloween. Extra credit: Add "zombie" to any of these ideas for a spooktacular twist.

Check out: Worst "Sexy" Halloween Costumes
by Sarah B. Weir, Shine Writer

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Aries (March 21 - April 19) Tackle every problem as if it's a fatal flaw. Real problems are hiding among the minor glitches, and it's impossible to know what is safe to overlook. Treat everything as if it demands a real solution. Today's Aries Reading: Free Sample Past Life Reading

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) When it comes to your personal financial turmoil, no one really wants to hear about it. You can't drum up any compassion for your situation no matter how hard you try -- but you can dish it out, Taurus. Have pity on someone who has less than you do. Today's Taurus Reading: Free Sample Karma Reading

Gemini (May 21 - June 21) Don't send out fuzzy signals. Your message has to be crystal clear, or it will be only case confusion -- or worse.

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