U Chic's Diploma Diaries

Book excerpt: The College Grad's Guide to a Fabulous Life in the Real World! Life after college is an amazing adventure, and best of all, you get to decide how to do it! But the real world can be daunting too, from job stress to new dating rules to learning to live on a serious budget. To help you navigate this transition, the editors of the #1 college women's website, UChic.com, created this indispensable guide, packed with true stories, tips, and tricks for achieving a fabulous future, including: Living Arrangements: Being the new kid in town and making the most of where you end up First Job Success: Climbing th ladder, dealing with workplace gossip, and succeeding in salary negotiations Dating Essentials: Workplace hookups, long-distance love, and dating post-college Healthy and Happy: Beating the postgrad blues, staying safe, and tips on how to not burn out The Social Scene: Finding new friends and developing your passions Money Matters: Managing student loans, credit card woes, and budgeting for your dreams "Christie had created the guide I wish I had when I graduated from college. She and the U Chic team will help readers thrive—and have a lot of fun—during the daunting postcollege transition."—Kimberly Palmer, author of Generation Earn and personal finance columnist at U.S. News & World Report