Dani Dearest is your one-stop go-to place to find everything that a 20-something woman needs.

Productivity, time management, mental health, growing your career and education, and feeling creatively fulfilled are all strong focuses here at Dani Dearest. We are an an empowering community dedicated to helping 20-something women grow in their life and careers.


About Me

Hey – I’m Dani!

I’m in my mid-twenties, living in Los Angeles and working in the entrainment industry. Born right on the line between Millennial and Generation Z, I started Dani Dearest in my first year of college (2014!) to share what I was learning about life, and have a creative outlet.

I’ve always loved writing, reading, sharing, and telling stories. When I started college I fell in love with organization, planning, handling my finances, growing my career, and figuring out who I am. Combine these loves – and you have Dani Dearest.


WHAT WE TALK ABOUT HERE

NAVIGATING LIFE AS
A 20-SOMETHING

The challenges we face as young adults are universal. Living on your own for the first time, figuring out how to manage money, kick starting your career, and more.

Here I share my experiences as I figure out life. From starting my career and buying a home to learning to cook and budgeting my money – I share what I learn along the way.

PURSUING CAREER GROWTH

Dani Dearest is the ideal source for everything a young professional needs to know to grow their career.

From nailing a phone interview and using your college wardrobe to make office-friendly outfits, to the best way to advance your career in a competitive field – I believe every 20-something woman can build a career they love.

THRIVING IN COLLEGE

I’ve been helping you through college life since we launched in 2014. Here you can find everything you need to succeed in your studies.

No matter if you’re looking for what to pack for college, dorm decor ideas, reasons to study abroad, a roommate chore calendar, tips to stay on top of your assignments, study advice, or even ideas on how to boost your resume with no work experience – you can find it all here.

STYLE, DECOR & LIVING
IN LOS ANGELES

As a new homeowner working in the entertainment industry I love to share my home improvement/DIY projects and my favorite activities and scenes in Los Angeles.


Navigating Life as a Twentysomething

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Pursuing Career Growth

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Your Guide to Informational Interviews

Starting your career as a young professional can come with some daunting roadblocks.

Are you dreaming of breaking into a competitive industry or company? 

Unsure what path you want your career to focus on?

Struggling to figure out how to grow your network?

The solution to all of these problems is simple: Informational interviews.

Check out our completely free guide on how you can use informational interviews to level up your career!

Thriving in College

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70% of college students work while in college. Here are some fantastic top tips on how to juggle work and college to help you make money without losing your mind!

Free Course: Preparing for a Semester of Success

So you want to succeed this semester?

I’m talking staying organized all semester long (yeah that’s possible!)

Never missing an assignment, appointment, or party. Staying sane and not having to remember everything going on. Setting and achieving your academic goals. Feeling like you belong and that you know what you’re doing.

You are so in the right place.

Join us for a free 5-day email course. Each lesson is sent one day at a time straight to your email, where you can take easy and actionable steps on your own time to get ready for a new semester of success!

Style, Decor, and Life in Los Angeles

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10 thoughts on “Welcome

  • July 29, 2015 at 12:35 pm
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    I am in incoming freshman for a college in south Texas and your blog has so many helpful posts! I will enjoy scavenging through it!

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    • July 29, 2015 at 7:29 pm
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      Hey Ashlee, thanks for stopping by and reading my blog! So glad it could be of help 🙂 I hope to see more of you, if you need anything please do reach out!

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  • August 20, 2015 at 1:57 pm
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    Hi Dani! I found your blog from Rebecca’s, Life as a Dare, Ultimate College Blogger List. I just wanted to let you know how awesome your blog site looks! It’s amazing how much it’s changed from the stock theme you started with from ThemeGrill. As a new blogger, I’d love to learn more about improving the quality and aesthetics of my blog. Would you be open to making a blog post about how you made your website your own?

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    • August 20, 2015 at 2:01 pm
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      Hey Martha!

      Wow, you must work fast, I just added myself to that list about 30 minutes ago! 🙂
      I’m actually just now starting up a Blogging 101 series giving a lot of tips about those kind of things (my most recently published post covers why and how I started blogging, check it out!) so I will DEFINITELY add how to make your blog your own to the list of post ideas! That is a great idea, thanks for sharing!

      To get updates when I publish new posts feel free to subscribe to my newsletter (you can find it in my sidebar on the right) so you never miss a post that could help you!

      I hope I see you around more 🙂

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  • January 15, 2016 at 7:00 am
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    I’m only a high school student but i really found your blog helpful and motivating especially when it comes to organizing and your blog encouraged me to build my own. Thank you alot Dani.

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  • July 9, 2016 at 2:44 pm
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    I love your blog. I have always wanted to start one. How do i go about doing so?

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  • March 13, 2017 at 7:37 pm
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    Hi Dani! I have a question. Can these tips also be used for high and middle school?, because im in 8th grade and I love your site! <3 <3 <3

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  • May 5, 2017 at 12:06 pm
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    Hi Dani! I accidentally stumbled on your page while looking for help about anxiety while driving. I graduated from college a couple of years ago but I am considering going back for certification in Medical Billing and Coding. I know I will find some good information on staying organized!!

    How is your driving anxiety, by the way?

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  • December 1, 2017 at 11:43 pm
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    I love your site! I am a 4th year college student heading off into nursing and love to learn new ways to manage my time, organize, and plan my day. Thank you for all you do 😀

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