Dawn Dugan is the founder of Drop Science Ltd., which specializes in business-related writing for the human resources, management, professional/personal coaching, legal, and finance industries. After receiving a B.A. in English/Writing from St. Lawrence University, she started her career as a staff editor of trade magazines at Cahner’s Publishing in Boston, Massachusetts. Since then she has been the editor of an award-winning magazine, the director of publications at a national association, and has owned and operated a newspaper. Dawn is the author of Effective Executive Compensation, is the ghostwriter of more than a dozen books, and has written articles, press releases, newsletter, e-books, manuals, advertising copy, website copy, brochures, video and audio scripts, sales letters, and promotional materials for a wide variety of clients. 

Articles By Dawn Dugan

• What's Mom Worth? It's More Than You Think!

  What if moms got a paycheck on Mother's Day, instead of breakfast in bed? While it's simply not possible to put a price on mom's many contributions, it's fun to know what her paycheck would look like if one were slipped into her Mother's … Read more...

• Make Unemployment Work for You: 14 Dos and Don'ts

  Today's high unemployment rates mean that more people than ever are experiencing joblessness, and for longer periods of time. While being without a job is not ideal, you can use the time for self-discovery, to open doors, to make yourself … Read more...

• 14 Common Job Hunting Blunders

  Whether you are just starting your professional life or are a seasoned pro looking to make a savvy career move, whether you are between jobs or simply feeling the need to move on, the quality of your job hunt will determine your level of … Read more...

• Right and Wrong Answers to 8 Classic Interview Questions

  If you're in the job hunt, your first goal is to land an interview. But what you say in the hot seat can impact whether you land the job -- or even a second interview. This article explores the right and wrong ways to answer eight common … Read more...

• It's a Dog's Life: Six Animal Careers We'd Love to Have

  When it comes to careers, most of us are looking for the same thing -- fulfilling, meaningful work we enjoy that also pays the bills. While many people spend a good portion of their working lives looking for a career that meets these … Read more...

• First Days on the Job: 15 Ways to Make a Great Impression

  It's human nature for new co-workers and colleagues to form perceptions about the "type" of person you are based on initial impressions. These snap judgments can turn into long-term perceptions that may impact your career … Read more...

• Avoid Foreign Faux Pas: 14 Office Customs around the World

  If you're an American working in an office in the United States, "casual Friday," efficient office lunches that allow you to chomp away while simultaneously negotiating deals, and canvassing cubicles to sell your child's Girl Scout cookies … Read more...

• It's Inappropriate, but Is It Illegal? 7 Iffy Office Scenarios

  Are your workplace words and actions fun and harmless, or are you violating federal laws? Since people have various thresholds of what is appropriate and what is not, the answer is rarely black and white. This article explores seven … Read more...

• 12 Tips for Generating Strong Job Leads

  Whether you are unemployed or simply looking to make a move, in a world where jobs are more competitive than ever, finding a job is a full-time job. You can up the odds of landing a good gig by creating an organized, systematic plan to … Read more...

• Be a Joker, Not a Jerk: 7 Dos and Don'ts of Workplace Humor

  Research shows that humor works wonders for your health by relieving both physical and emotional stress and connecting you to others. Because of this, appropriate office humor is one of the best ways to relieve on-the-job tension, boost … Read more...

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