As the year ends, Rachel reminisces

Dear Media Life readers,

As the holidays approach, I always get in a nostalgic mood. I review my columns from the past year, pondering the advice I’ve given and contacting those who’ve reached out to me to see how their situations turned out.

I’m happy to report that many are in a better place than they were when they sought my advice. Some are even in new jobs, which is certainly something to celebrate as the new year draws near.

In the spirit of that nostalgia, I’ve compiled a list of my 10 favorite “Rachel Speaks” columns over the years, dating all the way back to its launch in 2004.

I hope you enjoy reading them over as much as I enjoyed compiling them and remembering all the wonderful folks who’ve reached out over the years.

Happy holidays to you and your families.

– Rachel

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10. Rachel, I don’t want to hear about Chick-fil-A

9. Rachel, I work with a bunch of cold fish

8. Rachel, who can I use as references?

7. Rachel, how often is it okay to visit Facebook

6. Rachel, enough of this candy, please

5. Rachel, should I jump to a big agency?

4. Rachel, how do I know if I am underpaid?

3. Rachel, how should I ask for a bonus?

2. Rachel, I need to work my own hours

1. Rachel, how do I switch my specialty?

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