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5 Ways Online Dating Is Like Looking For A Job

Writing a professional resume is akin to creating an online dating profile. Here's how.

As I recently answered a witty e-mail from an online dating site while ignoring a boilerplate one, I got to thinking about the similarities between searching for someone to date and looking for a job. In both cases, your resume/profile and initial letter are the only thing standing between a dream life and rejection. Here's how you can be better at both.

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Sarah Jessica Parker Juggles Love & Career In New Movie

The actress plays a version of herself in "I Don't Know How She Does It."

In "Sex and the City," the landmark 90s television series, Sarah Jessica Parker's Carrie Bradshaw character was the dream girl for millions of young women who fantasized about living in the big city, dating hot guys and wearing fabulous shoes (and not necessarily in that order). Now, Carrie appears to have grown up: Parker—as ever, enviably thin, chic, and charmingly rumpled—is starring in "I Don't Know How She Does It," which opens this weekend.

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What You Need To Know About Menopause And Sex

In addition to hot flashes and night sweats, a woman's sex life is also affected.

While many women are aware of menopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, the vaginal and sexual symptoms associated with menopause are less well-known.

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Rachel Zoe Says Motherhood Has Mellowed Her Out

Being a new mom has put things into perspective for the fashionista.

Rachel Zoe said that motherhood has mellowed her out. The style guru and her husband Rodger Berman welcomed a baby boy, Skyler, in March.

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17 Ways To Impress Him On The First Date

Simple tips that will keep your confidence high--and make you the best date ever.

When you're on a date, it's natural to want to impress him, but generally guys are pretty simple--if he likes how you look, sound, and smell, you shouldn't have to try too hard. But to keep your deck fully stacked, here are 17 ways to keep him coming back for more.

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10 Things You Didn't Know About Dr. Phil

Happy 60th Birthday, Dr. Phil McGraw! Some fun facts about TV's favorite psychologist.

Phil McGraw, the superstar psychologist, turns 60 today. His shows are notable for their no-nonsense approach to guests' personal problems, and millions respond to his straightforward advice. In fact, Oprah Winfrey was so enamored of Dr. Phil's principles that she made him a star. That story is well-known, but here are a few things you may not know about the doctor.

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How To Say Goodbye To Boring Online Dating Forever

Starting to realize the Prince Charming you met online is a dud? Here are tips on how to end things.

You've been on a few dates and you think you met the man (or woman) of your dreams. The first meet was electric; the energy between you was sizzling. The second date was nice, too; you had plenty to talk about and the chemistry was obviously there. The third date you kissed a little, and that's when things began going downhill.

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Optimists Have Better Sex As They Get Older

Sexual health may depend on how well you think you age.

According to a new study from the University of California, San Diego, sexual satisfaction correlates with "successful aging" and feelings of positive quality of life.

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Ryan Seacrest Is "Really Romantic," Says Julianne Hough

Looks like Seacrest is quite the charmer when it comes to romantic gestures!

Julianne Hough is going public with how she feels about her boyfriend Ryan Seacrest. The former "Dancing With the Stars" professional dancer revealed on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that Seacrest is "phenomenal," according to NYDailyNews.com.

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Will Smith & Jada Pinkett Deny Divorce, Marc Anthony Affair

Come on, Jada's too good-looking for Marc Anthony anyway. Then again, so was J.Lo...

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett are being forced to address the rumors swirling about their marriage. An unnamed source close to the couple told TMZ that the pair have decided to take a family vacation with their children before finalizing their plans, but the prospect of a divorce sometime in the near future is "definitely a possibility."