Kate Emswiler

Contributing Editor

Latest Posts From Kate

The 1 Quirky Interview Question a Disney Exec Always Asks Candidates

Jun 21, 2018

The 1 Quirky Interview Question a Disney Exec Always Asks Candidates

Thousands of people would love to work for Disney, and they'll do anything to come across as the perfect candidate.

This Leaf-Clearing Hack Will Make You Throw Out Your Rakes — For Good

May 5, 2018

This Leaf-Clearing Hack Will Make You Throw Out Your Rakes — For Good

You might think raking leaves is a relatively simple — albeit tedious and annoying — Autumn task, but it turns out there's a way to make raking leaves even simpler and far more efficient.

6 Foolproof Ways to Have a Great First Day at a New Job

Sep 21, 2017

6 Foolproof Ways to Have a Great First Day at a New Job

Congratulations!

8 Career Lessons We Learned From The Baby-Sitters Club

Aug 30, 2017

8 Career Lessons We Learned From The Baby-Sitters Club

If you're a lady of a certain age, you most likely lived and breathed The Baby-Sitters Club when you were growing up.

27 Dorm Essentials Under $40 on Amazon Prime

Aug 8, 2017

27 Dorm Essentials Under $40 on Amazon Prime

With a new school year comes the opportunity to hit "refresh" on your whole life — including your dorm decor.

This Effective Excuse For Calling in Sick May Surprise You

Jul 25, 2017

This Effective Excuse For Calling in Sick May Surprise You

The No. 1 most accepted excuse for calling in sick to work is the flu, which seems pretty standard.

Ikea Just Revealed Their 20 Most Popular College Dorm Items

Jul 23, 2017

Ikea Just Revealed Their 20 Most Popular College Dorm Items

College student budgets and affordable Ikea decor go together like Cocoa Puffs and Lucky Charms mixed up from the cereal dispensers in the dining hall (in other words, perfectly).

Mandy Moore's New Home Decor Line Will Have You Saying, "This Is SO Us"

Jul 23, 2017

Mandy Moore's New Home Decor Line Will Have You Saying, "This Is SO Us"

If you've been following Mandy Moore's career from A Walk to Remember right up to This Is Us, you're likely drawn to her warm, folksy vibe and down-to-earth sweetness.

An Aromatherapy Garden Is the Anxiety-Buster Your Patio Needs

Jul 20, 2017

An Aromatherapy Garden Is the Anxiety-Buster Your Patio Needs

After a long, difficult day, what's better than retreating into your own scented secret garden?

54 Outdoor Decor Gems You Won't Believe Are From Ikea

Jul 19, 2017

54 Outdoor Decor Gems You Won't Believe Are From Ikea

When mulling over how to step up your outdoor decor game, you may not immediately think of the supercheap goods lining Ikea's endless aisles, but the truth is that Ikea is a treasure trove of outdoor items lovely enough to make you want to camp out on the patio all Summer long.

How Much a Home Reno Should Really Cost and 6 Other Contractor Secrets

Jul 16, 2017

How Much a Home Reno Should Really Cost and 6 Other Contractor Secrets

As it is with mechanics, so it goes with remodelers: collaborating with an honest, trustworthy professional is absolutely crucial.

Revitalize Your Home in Just 48 Hours With Trendy Houseplants on Amazon Prime

Jul 13, 2017

Revitalize Your Home in Just 48 Hours With Trendy Houseplants on Amazon Prime

If you're looking to bring a touch of the outdoors inside — but without actually, you know, venturing outdoors — take a peek at all the refreshing greenery offered on Amazon Prime.