Being nosy isn't necessarily a problem if you use it to keep up with the latest news in the lives of your networking partners, writes Nina Semczuk. An inquisitive attitude will also help you stay up to date with salary trends in your industry and meet other professionals through social media sites such as LinkedIn.

You can take control of your career path by refusing to allow negativity to knock you off course, writes Glenn Llopis. Make sure your inner circle exhibits loyalty and be wary of those who are envious of your success.

It's important to keep your LinkedIn profile updated because prospective employers will use it to validate your work experience, writes Alex Freund. LinkedIn is also an easy way for a potential employer to determine how savvy you are with technology and social media.

The Obama administration called upon states to ban noncompete agreements for low-paid workers and others who don't have access to companies' trade secrets. Eliminating the agreements would encourage development of a more competitive labor market and accelerate wage growth, according to the White House.

Job candidates should weave together their career and life story when answering questions in order to make a good impression and show what they have to offer, Val DiFebo writes. "[A] candidate who shows me what they're into; who shows me that they're driven and curious -- they'll likely get an offer," DiFebo writes.

Working mothers can use the 80-20 rule, which dictates that 80% of your success comes from 20% of your activities, to balance work and motherhood. You should focus on the things that are most important to you and your children to offset the things you miss out on while furthering your career, writes Sarah Perry.

Sake's subtle and savory flavor makes it easy to pair with a variety of meals, Alison Spiegel writes. In the US, more bars are offering sake cocktails, such as the Thrice Rice served at Karasu in Brooklyn, N.Y.