Eight out of 10 women change their name after marriage—they might not realize the impact on their careers, working relationships and job prospects

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What's in a name?

In the beginning, it's a wobbly scribble on the front of a schoolbook, or called out in attendance. Later in life it's displayed at the top of a CV, stamped on a driver's license and—if you're lucky—signed on the deed to a home.