2009 is behind us, and good riddance to it. Though it ended on a high note — with big-money projects, the start of my career coaching certification program, and a new job — the bulk of it was a struggle, due to a continuing downward spiral in my income. I worked my booty off, though, which is why I’m so convinced that 2010 is going to rock extra hard.

In fact, I had hoped to end things, and kick 2010 off, with a bang by taking my final career coaching exam this past Wednesday, but I was struck down with a stomach bug that day, and have been laid low by that ever since (blech). Since I’m so nervous about passing (because I’m a neurotic maniac), I decided to hold off until I was feeling my best. Still, the week was a good one. I was extra-productive at the office on Monday and Tuesday, and was even included on Marie Claire’s Twitters Every Woman Should Follow list, in the career section. It felt good to be recognized as a career writer, especially after being pigeonholed as a sex writer for so long.

Here’s hoping 2010 rocks for all of us. And now, your link love:

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