The Smart Vacation Spending Plan for the Ultimate German Getaway

Everybody loves going on vacation. And if you can't go on a vacation, it's always fun to vicariously live through our friends' Instagram posts when they're off on a beautiful adventure that we would love to take one day! After all, isn't that why we work long hours in the office or have...

Your Ultimate Neuschwanstein Castle Excursion Guide

Close your eyes for a moment, and imagine: a striking white castle nestled into mountains covered with evergreen trees. Streams, waterfalls, and farms dot the ascending trails and the wide open valley below. Swans swim on a placid lake in the distance. A few kilometers away lies a town known...

The No-Stress Guide to a Beginner’s Korean Skincare Routine

Hey there friends! I'm finally (unfortunately) back from my amazing vacation in Europe with my wonderful boyfriend, and while I wish it would never have ended, I'm glad to be back to my normal routines: eating healthier, going to the gym regularly, catching up on my TV shows, and, of...

The Novice’s Guide to an Advanced Korean Skincare Routine

Hello, my name is Logan, and I'm a Korean skincare routine addict. If you've never heard of Korean skincare, or if you've never looked into it much, I'm going to warn you right now: This post may be a little bit overwhelming for you. May. But don't worry, because I intend...

6 Tough-Love Ways to Save if You REALLY Need to Stop Spending Money

Sometimes, we just need to stop spending money. Whether you're saving up for a big trip to Europe or maybe your savings account is just looking a bit slim, we've all been there. But what are we supposed to do when we're already following the "generic" advice? You know, the...

The No-Bullsh*t Guide to Master Your Credit Score

A little over a year ago (a year and three days, to be exact) I graduated undergrad from my amazing Alma Mater and began the tumultuous but amazingly liberating journey that is adulting! I felt like I was on top of the world, like I could do anything and be...

Stop Wasting Work Time and Get Sh*t Done

Now friends, let me ask you a question: how much time do you actually waste when you're at work? You don't have to answer it, but think about it. Do you actually get all of your work done in a timely manner? Or do you constantly find yourself rushing to...

If your #newyearsresolution is to get more into #podcasts, then this one is for you! Find your top #motivational #girlboss #podcast to bring your #professional #career to new heights, further your #personaldevelopment, and help you smash your #goals in 2018!

Free Time Productivity Hacks that Won’t Waste Your Day

If you've had a full-time job for a while, I'm sure you know what I'm talking about. You get home from work, sit yourself down in front of your TV with your dinner, and you don't move until it's time to go to sleep. Suddenly? Those 5-6 hours of freedom...

6 Ways to Beat the Procrastination Game

Alright friends, time to address the elephant in the room. I wrote this article as a way to help you all beat the procrastination game, and yet . . . did anyone notice that I posted this a day late? Guilty as charged. But sometimes, life takes a toll, and...

The Millennial’s Guide to Ace Your Dream Job Interview + FREE PRINTABLE

Now that we've gone through all of our preparation (which we killed, obviously), this is it. The big day. The day you wow your interviewer with your amazing knowledge of the company, acquired skills and professional experience, and your own dash of personal charm. That's right, it's time to ace your...

When You Should Let Go of a Friend – The Politics of Friendship

The Politics of Friendship installment on Signed, Logan is coming to an end, and this week I decided to save probably the most difficult topic of all of them for last. Knowing when you should let go of a friend. Letting go of friends is not something we ever consider...

Making Friends at Work: The Post-Grad’s Guide — The Politics of Friendship

Look, I'm just going to be real with you here: after you graduate college it becomes so much more difficult to make new friends. Seriously! Think about it for a second. You no longer have your classes, student organizations, or residence halls that create the perfect environment for meeting new people. Chances...

How to Keep Long Distance Friendships – The Politics of Friendship

Welcome back to the second part in my Politics of Friendship series - keeping long distance friendships! I'm so honored that you've taken time out of your busy Valentine's Day (or Galentine's Day, or plain old work day) to check out my latest post! I'll be totally upfront here: keeping...

Perfect Workday to Date Night Gift for Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day is fast approaching and for anyone looking to find a great gift for a special someone in your life, it's time to start considering your options! As someone who loves fashion and likes to accessorize, I'm always on the hunt for new pieces to add to my wardrobe, and...

Your Organized Work Bag Essentials for the New Year!

We're only a couple of weeks into the new year now and many people have already gotten their planning systems down and ready to go for the rest of 2018! It's the perfect time to get organized, whether it be organizing your life events into a planner, organizing that closet...

If your #newyearsresolution is to get more into #podcasts, then this one is for you! Find your top #motivational #girlboss #podcast to bring your #professional #career to new heights, further your #personaldevelopment, and help you smash your #goals in 2018!

Find Your Top Motivational Girlboss Podcast for 2018!

It's 2018 y'all, and I've already decided that this is going to be the year that I take my personal and professional development to the next level! But as a still-recent grad that hasn't even been out of college for a year, I can't exactly afford to go to all...

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How to Build an Affordable and Trendy Work Wardrobe

This post was sponsored by Swap.com and contains affiliate links. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting Signed, Logan! New Year, New You, New . . . Wardrobe! Am I right? At least, that's how I've always felt as soon as the holidays are over and I find...

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GIVEAWAY — Let’s Make 2018 Productive!!

GIVEAWAY -- Let's Make 2018 Productive!! That's right y'all, you totally heard that correctly. I'm hosting my first ever giveaway on my blog for my readers and subscribers!! I literally cannot wait to share with y'all all the great things I have in store for you in 2018, but before...

2017: My Year in Review + 2018 Goals (and a giveaway sneak peek??)

2017: My Year in Review + 2018 Goals + GIVEAWAY!!In all honesty, I'm pretty shocked at how quickly 2017 ended and how fast 2018 arrived. It feels like barely any time has passed since this time last year yet so much has changed in my life and I've experienced so...

3 New Year’s Resolutions Mistakes You’re Making + FREE PRINTABLE

3 New Year's Resolutions Mistakes You're Making PLUS a Free Printable for an Actionable New Years Resolution! Y'all. The year is almost over and I have to admit, I'm really not ready for 2017 to end! So many good and amazing things have happened to me this year, from graduating from...

How to Beat the Mid-day Burnout

Beating the Mid-day Burnout We've all been there. You have a deadline coming up that you absolutely have to meet, you've been working your butt off to get everything prepared, you're getting less and less sleep but you're still expected to put out the same level of work . ....

It’s the Holiday (Party) Season: Office Holiday Party Etiquette

The holiday season is in full swing and for corporate America this most often means office holiday parties! As someone who has only ever been to her parent's holiday parties (and when I was 10 years old as well), it didn't take me very long to realize that the etiquette...

An (Affordable) Outfit for Every Occasion: Holiday Edition

A Holiday Season Style Guide For Every Occasion This post is sponsored by Swap.com and may contain affiliate links. Thanks for supporting Signed, Logan! Regardless of what you celebrate, now that holiday season is in full swing you're bound to have way more items to check off of your To...

How to Make Working Out Work for You

As someone who has tried -- multiple times -- to make working out a routine part of my life, I can tell you straight up that it's hard. I've never been the most physically fit or unfit person, but I haven't been truly happy with my body... if I'm being...

5 Things to Do Your First Week On the Job

5 Best Practices to Get You Ahead of the Game at Your New Job You did it! You've landed that awesome position, finally finished all of your on-boarding paper work, moved into your new apartment, and now you're eagerly sitting at your new desk, flying through whatever trainings that have...

Boxycharm “Spellbound” October 2017 Box Review!

It's that time of the month again! Who's ready for an in-depth review of all of the amazing products in Boxycharm's October box? I'll readily admit that I religiously check the My Subscription Addiction page each day to see if they've posted any spoilers for Boxycharm's upcoming box because I literally...

job searching and long distance relationships

The Long and Short of Ending the Distance

Or: Job Searching and Long Distance Relationships It's career fair season, and for many college seniors, that means preliminary talks with potential employers and the beginning of the interview process towards what many hope will be their future career path and the next thing they'll be able to add to...

How to Write a Killer Resume (Even if You Don’t Have Much Experience)

Let's be real, creating your resume can be one of the most stressful parts of your job search. It's the first thing that you have to do before you can start applying to positions and can often be one of the most daunting, especially if you've never needed to make...

Boxycharm “Boxy Baddie” September 2017 Box Review!

Yes, yes, I know, this review is coming a little bit late, and for that I apologize. The hurricane earlier this month definitely messed with Boxycharm's ability to ship out their items (since they're located in Miami) and I've been busy with work and planning other content for this blog,...

9 Habits to Start Now So You’re Not Late to Work Later 

I am always the first to admit that I am not a morning person. Never in my life have I enjoyed getting up early and you can bet that it's getting pretty frustrating that my body's internal clock won't let me sleep past 9:30am on weekends. This doesn't exactly make for...

Uprooted: Evacuating in the Face of Hurricane Irma

"Are you sure you're not evacuating? It's coming right towards you." I said to my mother and father numerous times over the course of three days, starting on Monday, September 4th, when Hurricane Irma's eye wall was forecasted to follow Florida's eastern coastline with nearly pinpoint accuracy. My family would...

My Favorite Longwear Foundations for the Workplace, Ranked

Anyone who knows me knows that I do not go anywhere without a longwear, full coverage, mattifying foundation on my face. The workplace is no exception. As someone who has always struggled with acne-prone and oily skin, my foundation is the most important part of my morning routine to help...

How to Rock Your Campus Career Fair

"So what are you planning on doing once you graduate?" The words are suddenly all that you can hear in your noisy living room despite the large family gathering that is occurring all around you. It's the question that you've been dreading ever since your parents told you they'd be...

Dress to Impress: Where You Can/Should Actually Buy Women’s Suits

This post contains affiliate links. Thanks for supporting Signed, Logan! If you've at any point in your life needed a suit, whether it be for a professional conference or a job interview, you know exactly how hard it is to even find a store that carries more than two options....

How to avoid over-eating, from a self-proclaimed over-eater

It's been about four months since I finished college, decided it was time to reign in my eating, and started putting myself back on track to a healthier body and lifestyle, with all that that entails. I've signed up for a gym membership (that I use sporadically) since I've started...

How to Build Your Professional Brand

If you've been on the internet for any period of time, you know what a brand is. Companies have them, public figures have them, influencers have them, and blogs have them, too. Up until I started working on my blog and working for my full-time job, though, I never really...

Boxycharm August ’17 Review!

I first started my Boxycharm subscription almost a year ago after watching YouTube guru after YouTube guru rave about the value of the boxes and the quality of the items inside. I had though about using a subscription box for a while, and after seeing many normal subscribers like myself...

Take Notes Like a Pro: A Review of OneNote, Notability, and Evernote

For most students, classes have either started back up or will be starting up soon, which means it's time to make your decision for the semester: how exactly are you going to take notes in your classes? In this digital age taking notes the classic way has fallen by the...

Signing On

As I write this I’m sitting in my new apartment at the start of my new life, mindlessly watching Property Brothers while I attempt to place words onto paper. The idea of starting a blog, while exciting, is daunting: it’s something that I’ve considered off and on again for about...