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Ellen Allen

Ellen Allen is an East Coast writer who brings a personal touch to finance and career topics, drawing from her own experiences to offer relatable, real-world advice. She believes the best insights come from lived moments, helping readers navigate money and work with confidence and clarity.

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10 Luxury Splurges That Are Totally Worth It

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The 10 Most Underrated Ways to Save Money That No One Talks About

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15 Signs You’re Behind on Retirement (Even If You Think You’re Not)

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15 Retirement Planning Mistakes You Won’t Realize Until It’s Too Late

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15 Remote Work Realities No One Talks About

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15 Productivity Hacks People Swear By—That Are Actually a Waste of Time

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15 Passive-Aggressive Behaviors That Are Weirdly Common in Office Culture

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I Almost Ruined My Credit Score — Here's What Saved Me

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I Applied to 50 Jobs in a Week — Here’s What I Learned

Sarah Blakely

How Spanx Founder Sara Blakely Became the Youngest Self-Made Female Billionaire in the World