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# workinprogressblog.com

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## Posts

- [How to Budget Biweekly (Simple Methods That Actually Work)](https://workinprogressblog.com/how-to-budget-biweekly-simple-methods-that-actually-work/) - Learn how to budget biweekly using simple, effective methods. Track your paychecks, manage expenses, and stay consistent with your finances.
- [4 Excel Formulas Everyone Should Know (Beginner Guide)](https://workinprogressblog.com/4-excel-formulas-everyone-should-know-beginner-guide/) - Learn the most important Excel formulas for beginners, including SUM, SUMIF, AVERAGE, COUNT, COUNTIF, and IF, with simple examples and when to use them.
- [Practicing Self-Advocacy at Work for Career Growth](https://workinprogressblog.com/practicing-self-advocacy-at-work-for-career-growth/) - Struggling with self-advocacy at work? This guide explains why it feels uncomfortable early in your career and how to advocate for yourself professionally.
- [Excel Macros for Beginners: Recording, Clean Up, and Reset Buttons](https://workinprogressblog.com/excel-macros-for-beginners-recording-clean-up-and-reset-buttons/) - Learn Excel macros for beginners, including how to record a macro, clean up recorded code, and create a simple reset button to automate repetitive tasks.
- [Career Momentum Is Quieter Than You Think](https://workinprogressblog.com/career-momentum-is-quieter-than-you-think/) - Building career momentum can feel slow and uncomfortable at first. This post reflects on how growth builds over time, even when progress isn’t obvious.
- [Workplace Policies and Employee Rights Unpacked for Better Understanding](https://workinprogressblog.com/workplace-policies-and-employee-rights-unpacked-for-better-understanding/) - An HR-focused look at workplace policies and employee rights, why they matter, and how understanding them can help you navigate your career.
- [Value Investing: Lessons from Warren Buffett and Benjamin Graham](https://workinprogressblog.com/value-investing-lessons-from-warren-buffett-and-benjamin-graham/) - Explore the foundations of value investing through the lessons of Warren Buffett and Benjamin Graham and how their strategies apply today.
- [Excel Basics for Beginners: A Practical Introduction](https://workinprogressblog.com/excel-basics-for-beginners-a-practical-introduction/) - New to Excel? This guide covers Excel basics for beginners, breaking down the layout, tabs, and tools so you can get comfortable without the stress.
- [How To Invest: Understanding Risk](https://workinprogressblog.com/how-to-invest-understanding-risk/) - New to investing? This beginner's guide covers understanding risk: why it matters, and how to find your personal investing risk tolerance.
- [What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Career](https://workinprogressblog.com/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-starting-my-career/) - I Thought I’d Feel More “Ready”. Before starting my first full-time role that actually aligned with my long-term career goals, I thought I would feel more pr...
- [How I'm Learning Excel](https://workinprogressblog.com/how-im-learning-excel/) - (and How I’m Organizing What I Learn) I’m learning Excel using a combination of techniques, not just one resource or method. Most of my learning comes from real-world practice at work, guidance and tips from my boss, books, articles, and occasionally ChatGPT when I need a quick explanation of a formula. I also use YouTube
- [Why Understanding HR Matters In Your Career](https://workinprogressblog.com/why-understanding-hr-matters-in-your-career/) - Understanding HR helps you make better career decisions, navigate workplace policies, and advocate for yourself at work. Learn why HR matters for every career.
- [Why Personal Finance Matters Early in Your Career](https://workinprogressblog.com/why-personal-finance-matters-early-in-your-career/) - Why personal finance matters early in your career and how learning the basics now can reduce stress, build confidence, and support long-term growth.
- [What Working Two Jobs Through University Taught Me](https://workinprogressblog.com/what-working-two-jobs-through-university-taught-me/) - Working two jobs through university taught me discipline, time management, and balance. A reflection on growth, burnout, and building real skills during school.
- [Why I Started The Work In Progress Blog](https://workinprogressblog.com/why-i-started-the-work-in-progress/) - Why I started The Work in Progress Blog: career growth through learning and building fundamental skills.

## Pages

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- [About me](https://workinprogressblog.com/about-me/) - About me Hi! I'm Madison- welcome to The Work in Progress Blog. I’ve always been interested in the many facets of business — from marketing and human resources to finance and accounting. There’s still so much to learn, and this blog exists as a place to share what I’m learning in real time with others
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- [Excel](https://workinprogressblog.com/category/excel/)

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- [understanding risk](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/understanding-risk/)
- [excel basics](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/excel-basics/)
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- [value investing](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/value-investing/)
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- [hr practices](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/hr-practices/)
- [HR Basics](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/hr-basics/)
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- [career momentum](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/career-momentum/)
- [professional development](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/professional-development/)
- [excel macros](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/excel-macros/)
- [excel button](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/excel-button/)
- [excel automation](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/excel-automation-2/)
- [excel code](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/excel-code/)
- [excel knowledge](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/excel-knowledge/)
- [self-advocacy](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/self-advocacy/)
- [workplace confidence](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/workplace-confidence/)
- [communication skills](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/communication-skills/)
- [budgeting](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/budgeting/)
- [budget tips](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/budget-tips/)
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- [money management](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/money-management/)
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- [excel spreadsheet](https://workinprogressblog.com/tag/excel-spreadsheet/)
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