Job-hunting, the best fragrance, and navigating friendships

Thinking about quitting vaping but scared given the state of the world? Feeling unmotivated at work? Not sure if you should dump your boyfriend? Lucky for you, Steven is here to help. Every week our brand account manager/in-house movie expert/life-advice columnist will answer anonymous questions from shelf users right here in “Dear Steven!” Buckle in folks…this one’s gonna be fun.

Ugh, that is so frustrating. I know you’ve got the skills and experience, so if you’re not getting interviews, we need to figure out where the disconnect is. Here’s what I’d do:

• Tailor your resume to each job. Use the same keywords from the job posting so that applicant tracking systems pick you up.

• Cold apply, sure, but reach out directly to people at companies you’re interested in. Even if there’s no open job, ask if they need freelancers or if they’d be open to a quick chat.

• Prioritize jobs posted within the last 1-2 weeks. Older postings usually mean they’re deep into interviews.

Oh babe, I got you. If you’re looking for fragrance oils that actually hit, CYKLAR has some amaze options:

• Sacred Santal – Warm, woody, a little spicy. Think: bergamot, cardamom, amber, and cashmere wood.

• Vanilla Verve – Not your basic vanilla. It’s got pink pepper, jasmine, and benzoin to give it some edge.

• Cedar Supreme – If you like unisex, woodsy vibes, this one’s spicy and deep.

• Sex Musk – The name says it all. It’s warm, cozy, and perfect for everyday wear. My personal fave

They’re $24 each, last forever, and will have people asking what you’re wearing. Highly recommend grabbing one before they sell out.

Oof, that sucks. It always stings when a friendship starts to feel one-sided. I think it depends on how much you care about this friendship and what your gut is telling you.

Option 1: step back & see what happens

If you’ve been the one initiating everything and they’re giving short responses or not engaging, it might be time to pull back and see if they notice. If they care, they’ll eventually reach out. If they don’t… well, that kind of answers your question.

Option 2: ask what’s up

If this is a friend you genuinely value and their absence feels out of character, a simple “Hey, I feel like we haven’t talked much lately—everything good with you?” is low-pressure but lets them know you’ve noticed the change. If they brush it off or act distant, then yeah, maybe it’s time to let them go.