Anita Hamilton

Bio

Anita is an editor at The Payoff. Previously a digital news editor at Time and Money, she has also written for Fast Company, Businessweek and Nation Swell. Follow her on twitter @anitafhamilton or email her at anita@mic.com.
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Career advice 2018: How to make more money, travel, work from home — or experience a new job path
By Gina Ragusa and Anita Hamilton
If you’re constantly checking your phone at work and dreading the thought of going into the office — not just on Monday mornings, but on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, too — you might already know you’ve got a motivation problem. But before you…
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Have fun with your money: 5 ways to make $100 feel like a million bucks
By Anita Hamilton
Assuming you’re not already a millionaire, what would you do as a member of the seven-figure club? Would you commission a private jet or hire a personal assistant? Finagle front-row tickets to the hottest Broadway shows, or simply invest all your…
LL Bean return policy ends lifetime guarantee — but these 9 stores still offer unlimited returns
By Anita Hamilton
I’ll never forget that chilly fall night when my college friends and I piled into our pal Dave’s electric blue Dodge Dart for an overnight road trip. “Let’s go to L.L. Bean,” Dave said, and it seemed like a good idea at the time. After all, the…
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This is how to save for the future — and how much money you really need
By Anita Hamilton
What’s the scariest scenario you can think of? Facing a grizzly bear while out for a walk? Jumping out of a plane? Both might be terrifying, but for nearly half of all Americans, not being financially ready for the future is a legitimate,…
If new bonuses are because of tax cuts, why aren’t new layoffs and bank fees?
By Anita Hamilton and James Dennin
President Donald Trump has, since the election, been outspoken about his perceived economic wins: touting “job-saving” deals with manufacturers like Carrier; tweeting about stock market highs; and taking credit for raises and cash bonuses he…
New Year’s resolution too hard to keep? This one behavior trick makes all your resolutions stick.
By Anita Hamilton
Now that you’ve polished off the last of the egg nog, stowed away your presents, and survived several days of uninterrupted “family time,” it’s time to get down to business — with your 2018 resolutions. Whether you’re trying to grow your career, get…
Career Advice: Where should you sit at work? This is the secret to success, new research suggests
By Anita Hamilton
If you are trying to get ahead at work, you’ve probably already attempted the old standbys, like wowing your boss with fresh ideas and putting in extra hours to prove your dedication. But there’s a different way to fast-track your career — that has…
Christmas tree lights and decorations a bore? 3 surprising ideas — that aren’t the Walmart weed tree
By Anita Hamilton
For some, the ideal holiday decoration might be a faux marijuana Christmas tree from Walmart. For others, nothing beats a beautiful natural tree adorned with ornaments, tinsel and as many sparkly lights as you can wrap around the branches. But if…
Make money and get it faster: Instant pay apps give you quick access to wages — but there’s a catch
By Anita Hamilton
Sure, birthdays and holidays are great, but if you are living paycheck to paycheck, paydays are some of the happiest days of the year. While many employees wait anywhere from a week to a month to get the money their company owes them, new apps from…
Is it normal to lie about money, work or job skills? What data suggests about lying — and gender
By Anita Hamilton
When you’re trying to land your dream job, it’s natural to try to talk yourself up to present yourself in the best light possible. Yet what might feel like a slight exaggeration — or a positive spin on the truth — to you could be seen by a hiring…