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Lindsey Pollak is a bestselling author, consultant and nationally recognized expert on Millennials. She is often called a “translator” between the generations and has more than a decade of experience advising both young professionals and organizations on the changing world of work. Her blog, "Lindsey Pollak Career," was recently named by Forbes as one of the Top 100 Websites for Women. Over the years Lindsey has consulted for and delivered keynote speeches and seminars to more than 100 major corporations, universities and conferences across the country.

Today, she serves on the New York Board of Directors of the Step Up Women’s Network, is a global spokesperson for LinkedIn and the lead collaborator for Levi’s “Shaping What’s To Come: Navigating Adulthood in the New Millennium” global study and white paper.

As the author of "Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World" and her blog, "Lindsey Pollak Career," her advice and opinions have appeared in media outlets including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, NPR and NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams.

A graduate of Yale University, Pollak received her master’s degree in women’s studies at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia. She currently lives in New York City with her husband.

Blog Entries by Lindsey Pollak

How Millennial Women Are Shaping Our Future

Posted October 26, 2010 | 09:39:00 (EST)

It's not easy for twentysomething women these days.

Every day there are stories in the media about Generation Y: They have helicopter parents who run their lives! They are a "lost generation" who will never find jobs! They are coddled and entitled and can't pay attention for more than 140...

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Slacked off This Summer? Time to Turn up the Heat!

Posted August 27, 2009 | 10:00:23 (EST)

While many recent grads have spent the summer hustling for jobs, completing internships and taking summer classes, I have a hunch that others have acquired deep tans, toned abs and a slew of ticket stubs from summer concerts. While I celebrate your right to slack off during your summer (and...

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College Student Summer Career Advice: 10 Things To Do This Summer to Solidify Your Ideal Job After Graduation

Posted July 21, 2008 | 16:05:01 (EST)

It's the middle of summer! Time to sip lemonade, slather on the SPF and read gossip magazines for hours, right?

Not if you've just graduated from college and you're eager to find a full-time job before the fall. If you're looking for your first job this summer, here are...

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How Working on a Political Campaign Can Help Your Career

Posted February 1, 2008 | 12:07:30 (EST)

Office politics exist in virtually every workplace, so what better training for a young professional's career than to spend some time working on a political campaign? No matter what your political persuasion, the 2008 election is a perfect opportunity to jump into the fray. To find volunteer opportunities, check out...

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