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	<title>Hello Ladies &#187; recession</title>
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		<title>Ask A Working Woman</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:47:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Working America, an affiliate of the AFL-CIO, is currently conducting a survey called &#8220;Ask a Working Woman.&#8221; The survey takes just seven minutes to complete. Click here and weigh in on how the recession is affecting your work/life. The results will help Working America shape their agenda moving forward – based on real feedback from real women.]]></description>
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		<title>Shopping: Recession Style</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:51:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Like most born salespeople, I enjoy the hunt &#8212; even when it comes to shopping. I find the pursuit of the perfect black pump or patent tote bag immensely more satisfying than the actual purchase. This trait has served me well during a recession. Money is scarce, but I still need to dress for success. Luckily, I&#8217;ve been able to use my prospecting skills at thrift stores, consignment shops and on Ebay. And I&#8217;ve &#8220;closed&#8221; some incredible deals. I bought a Sonia Rykiel coat for $8, brand new Prada boots for $44, an Escada sweater for $4 and a vintage Douglas Stannard necklace for $29. Thrifty shopping requires a mix of luck and skill. As far as the luck, you&#8217;re on your own. But I can help with the skill. Here are my top ten tips for thrifting.  1) Shop frequently: Merchandise moves fast in thrift stores. Shops usually bring in new stock weekly. Find out when the new inventory arrives and try to visit the same day. 2) Be willing to leave empty handed: If you don’t find something you need or love, don&#8217;t buy. Remember, an acrylic sweater with appliqué flowers is always hideous &#8212; no matter how [...]]]></description>
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