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Ever since we were able to comprehend right from wrong, most of us were taught that if you went to college, got a good education you would get a good job & make lots of money. That may have been true twenty years ago when my mother got her degree, but times are completely different now.
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A demand for IT security experts who truly understand what hackers can do, and how they do it, has brought many one-time hackers into the legal fold of protecting businesses. What hackers do is still, without a doubt, illegal.
Putting Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
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When I was a little girl I was intrigued with voices. Not just any voice, but those of the people you never see on commercials. I was particularly perplexed with the "Time Lady". Remember, there was a number you could call to get the most accurate time of the day.
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Many people fail to pursue the arts and then later regret it. Becoming a concert violinist is not an easy path, but those who have made it to Carnegie Hall insist that they wouldn't have it any other way.
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College offers so many opportunities; it can be difficult to know where to begin. Here are 10 experiences that won't steer you wrong.
1. Volunteer.
Volunteer experiences can really add a lot to a college career.
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After you graduate, the reality of a pursuing a career will be upon you. Even if you aren't graduating, you'll still have the issue of filling 3 months worth of free time with something constructive. The best place to help you with decision making of this nature is your school's career services.
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If you had good study habits in high school, you should be able to easily adapt to college. However, some people coasted through high school and their study habits seem to disintegrate when they discover the freedom of college.
What Your Parents Don't Remember / Don't Want You to Know
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So here it is, your first year of college, life on your own. Your parents have just dropped you off and moved you into that cubicle of a room you'll call home for the next academic year. What now? Friends?
Making Higher Educations Affordable
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Not only have the base costs of college risen such as tuition and room and board but incidental costs have also risen such as the cost of textbooks, transportation, and the basic cost of living (i.e. buying food and gas).
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I've been trying to make money online to pay my college tuition. I've been through the ringer with all kinds of programs, ebooks, success stories, research and all that, and I have to say that so far, making money online and working from home seem like more trouble than it's worth.
Distance Learning is the Coming Thing
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Among other benefits, the Internet has made education available to people who cannot or don't wish to, attend regular college classes. So many colleges, universities and trade schools offer courses that researching and choosing among them may mean weeks or even months of work.
<Full-Time or Part-Time? One-Year, Two-Years, or More?
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Going back to school for an MBA requires a strong time and financial commitment. The majority of full-time MBA programs take two years to finish, so many students decide to complete their MBA via part-time programs so that they can continue to work while completing their Masters.
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Discipline is the key to achieving great things in any endeavor. No matter what you aspire to or what level you're at in that journey, the all-too-often overlooked element of success is consistency in the necessary tasks.
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Women in the United States have long fought for the right to be included in many facets of society, from the right to vote to breaking into professions like the medical field and other traditionally all-male fields to getting females elected to major government offices.
The first couple of months of the year are the best time to begin preparing for summer internships. This week, I'll be sharing tips that have helped me get a jump on the competition and find the ideal position.
Begin Networking Now!
You will probably spend a lot of time researching potential internships from a variety of information sources such as Websites, newspapers, trade journals, and college career centers. While this is necessary and vital to your success, make sure you give equal time to good old-fashioned networking.
Log off your computer and beat the street! Get out and start working your network of anyone and everyone who might be able to help you. A personal appearance is much more likely to be remembered than an email or voicemail message, so it's a good time to start catching up with old friends, family, and acquaintances over coffee. Encourage them to invite their friends. The meeting doesn't have to be all about you, but when you're asked what you have been up to, get right to the point and don't be shy about asking for help.
Carry a large supply of business cards and hand a few to each person you think might be able to get them into the hands of others. Get the word out now that you are looking for a summer internship and you will increase the likelihood that others will call you when they hear of something. Give it a couple of weeks and then don't hesitate to follow up with people. Your persistence and dedication is likely to motivate others to help you even more.
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Reading classified ads on news papers don't we all came across some a few that smelled a little fishy? It must be my suspicious character but, sometimes when reading classified ads, I can't help it to try and picture what those ads could look like with a few arrangements.
These ads are the fruit of my sick and suspicious mind but, in case you come across some similar to those think twice before picking up the phone. Job Offers
Family owned moving company, is searching for skilled CDL Truck Driver available from 2 am until just before sunrise.
Locksmith experience and fast runner a big plus.
I'm looking for a babysitter for 2 nights a week to take care of my 2 and 5 years old little boys.
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When candidates arrive at a job interview they need to be focused on what they will say and how they will respond to questions. But they must not neglect their personal appearance and the way that they carry themselves.
Are Jobs the Only Thing that the U.S. Is Losing?
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"Things may be cheaper over the hill, but there is a cost to the community in buying over there, instead of here." (Margaret House, 2003). Since 2000, employment outsourcing has swept the nation like wildfire.
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It was during the summer of 1998 when the Assistant Editor of Girls’ Life Magazine called to ask me to write an article for their Reader Produced issue that I knew what I wanted to be when I grew up.
The first couple of months of the year are the best time to begin preparing for summer internships. This week, I'll be sharing tips that have helped me get a jump on the competition and find the ideal position.
Determine Your Availability Now
You will need to pick and choose your battles. How important is your summer vacation? Will you be traveling? The sooner you can arrange your travel, the sooner you can give employers the "heads up" they will need to make decisions about your schedule. Confirming specific dates will show that you are organized and plan ahead.
Will you be available if the internship requires you to relocate? You will need to specifically state in your cover letter that you will be relocating for the internship. Don't expect the employer to pay your relocation costs. Instead, narrow your internship choices to locations where you feel you could afford to move. Make sure to budget enough money for rent and deposit, utilities, and groceries for at least the first month. If this will be a paid internship, these ongoing monthly costs will factor into your decision about accepting the internship. The fact that you are paying your own relocation costs and have an idea of your monthly expenses will illustrate to potential employers that you smart and insightful. It will also give you the bargaining power to ask for appopriate compensation to finance your summer experience.
College Can Be Confusing...Let Me Dumb it Down for You...somemore!
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Here is the rest of my list for the top 10 things college freshmen should know about college:
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Almost all colleges or universities who require anything more than a quick fill in the blank standard questionnaire as part of a potential student’s application submission will demand some form of an essay.
So you've got your Creative Writing degree and are ready to throw yourself to the wolves; so to speak. Good. Now for the checklist.
First you need a Portfolio.
Yes, every writer should have one. If you have no published clips you can do things like this (i.e. blogging) to build a small collection of writing. Your portfolio should effectively demonstrate your voice. If you don't know what that is, I think you might need some more practice honing your craft. If you have any completed works, excerpts from these may go in your portfolio as well.
Next, your resume!
Yes I know that's a scary word. Resume is the syllabic triumvirate of evil. It can send even the hardiest of candidates scurrying beneath their computer desk. You can tame the resume beast by using a cover letter. If you are lacking in job experience editing and "working in a deadline-oriented environment" you can parley your classwork into comparable experience in just a few sentences.
I.E. assisted students in improving grammar, punctuation and style. Proofread and edited student papers, provided feedback to students on their writing strengths, weaknesses and tendencies. Produced weekly manuscripts of printable quality.
Simple, no?
Now that you've assembled a sampling of your voice, style and experiences there is only one more piece to the puzzle. You need to write an artists statement. This is sort of like a letter of intent. Without any real experience behind you, you've got to wow your employer with your enthusiasm and dedication. So put those skills to use and get to selling yourself!
When you're done, simply buy yourself a domain name and go to town! If you're lucky your school may provide a service to you as well. It never hurts to check.
Well what are you waiting for? Go out and create!
The jobs that pay the most require at least a four-year college degree. According to the most recent data from the Employment Policy Foundation, the nation’s 12 top-paying jobs -- and the mean annual income reported in 2003 for each -- were, according to Careerbuilder.com:
Top Paying Jobs Overall
These are the highest paying jobs for those with a 2-year degree.
However, without a specialized associates, it seems you may be left behind.
I hold both a B.A. and an A.A and I haven't seen much of anything anywhere near this range. If anyone else is in the same boat I'd like to know what your degrees are in. This might be worth a little extra digging for an extra special blog.
Kimberly
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More and more freelance writers are surfing the Internet for freelance writing jobs.
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College students need cash, either for fun or to help pay their way. I had several jobs as a student, from cleaning bathrooms at the School of Art to writing for the university catalog. If you're more daring than I was, check out these unusual college jobs.
To be at your best not only means to fulfill expectations but also to surpass them. Athletes, for example, see their success based on how well they perform. By not performing at a championship level, they might feel their personal best was not reached. Is anybody watching The New England Patriots pursuit of perfection? This team's expectation is to win the Superbowl, but they may even exceed it by having an undefeated season (19-0). As people, we also have our own personal best; it is a guide to how we view personal performances and expectations.
So, what is your personal best (PB)? It's the fact that you know that no matter what situation you face, you handled it in the best way at the time based on your knowledge and ability. On a daily basis, we may ask some of the following questions as a way to evaluate our personal best: Am I thinking clearly in this situation? What can I learn from my emotions in this situation? Do these emotions present an accurate picture of reality? Have I done my best? It feels good to do your personal best in any situation and even if you could have had better results, you are sure you did your best at that particular time. One's personal best can emphasize any limitations that need to be enhanced.
Here are some tips/techniques on achieving your personal best:
1. Separate facts from feelings- Being overwhelmed, stressed out, or under pressure won't allow you to perform at your best, regardless of the situation. Ask a friend or coach to help you distinguish between your feelings and the facts of a situation.
2. Ask yourself what is your PB in any given situation- Sometimes the best way to handle a situation is to do nothing, say nothing.
3. Limitations and growth- In any difficult situations, there are both limitations and opportunities for growth. Make a realistic evaluation of both and respond accordingly.
4. Acknowledge when you exceed your PB- Give credit where it's due and respect those personal bests along the way.
5. Use your own standards, not someone else's- Make them realistic. Focus on what is important to you rather than trying to impress other people. Ask yourself what you really want and once you have decided on that, be willing to go through the initial discomfort to achieve that.
6. Focus on the Now- You do your best work when dealing with the task/person in front of you instead of getting lost in the consequences of what-if. These are factored in but if you focus on the present, they will be taken care of later.
7. Recognize when your buttons are being pressed- We all have them: situations, people, or events that bring out the very worse in us. Deal with these by keeping yourself calm and not let them get the best of you.
8. Your PB is constantly changing. Accept that the terms of your personal best will change according to your circumstances. Sometimes choices have to be made.
I hope everyone had a good Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday!
I would have to say that losing my god-mother February 17, 2005 had alot to do with me working so hard to finish school. She encouraged me so much throughout my early years of school, to do my best and achieve all my goals. I was so excited for her to see me graduate from high school. I always dreamt of her being in attendance at all of my special events and occasions throughtout my lifetime. When she passed I felt as if I missed out on alot of her wisdom that she wouldn't share with me because she said "You aren't ready," or "You're too young to hear about that, cover your ears!" I was sad to see that I never became old enough to hear what she taught my older sisters or I was never ready to hear the advice she gave her children.
Her passing was a tough experience that I had to live through. I was at a point where I felt that the easiest thing to do was give up and just mope around. I felt that the only person that I wanted to make proud was gone so "What's the use?" I had to realize that I was wasting the potential that she saw in me. If I had given up on my college degree, her teachings and encouragement would have been taken for granted. So I decided to use her passing as my motivation to continue with my degree and do more than my best because she cared enough to instill her lifetime teachings in me so that I can succeed in my life as she did in hers.
I truly miss the warm hugs and motherly advice that I once sought in my god-mother. It may sound supernatural but I feel that she sees me approaching another big step in life and is yet proud to see me grow into a successful adult.
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This is usually the time of year when many receive there letters saying that they have received a scholarship. Once you have received notice that you have been accepted many people consider that to be the end of it, and do not bother doing any type of follow up.
There are many key components that are involved when preparing yourself for a successful interview. Researching the company and finding out what their mission is and corresponding their goals to your own will help you to understand and think about why you want to be a part of their success and growth. When you have researched enough and answered this question alone, you will have tackled the stereotypical interview question, "Why would you be a good fit here with us"? Also, knowing about the company can help to establish ethos with the interviewer, especially if you can relay a certain fun fact about something that the company has contributed to, and relate it to the question at hand with positive reinforcement and personal satisfaction.
Confidence and personableness is also very attractive in an interview. Your hand shake, eye contact, and body language can make or break whether you get the job without even saying a word. Interviewers like to see someone who can hold their own by having a stacked resume, but also someone who is able to express themselves in an inviting, honest, and down to earth manner. Interviewers try to piece together two parts to a whole when interviewing. On one hand, they look at the tech saavy skills that sets you apart from the rest of the applicants, and on the other, they look at how your identity, confidence, and personality might fit in with the rest of the "team".
Interpersonal communication and feedback between both parties is essential for a successful interview. Always have a few questions on hand to ask the interviewer, so that he or she may engage themselves as well. This is a great way to shift the power and keep them on their toes.
Business Schools
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Business school is a large decision, but deciding to go is not the only decision. Deciding where to go is just as important. If you are about to put aside the time and cost of a graduate degree in business, you want to make sure you choose the best option for your needs.
Accreditation
One important consideration is the accreditation of the school.
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Most people know the basics on resume creation. You need to include your objective, your past work experience, your education and your contact information, but beyond that, what do employers look for in a resume?
Instead of heading straight to college, I decided to go to Israel for a year. Most people would see that as taking a year off, but I consider it to be a growing opportunity. I have been here for 3 months now, and already I am more independent, self-reliant, outgoing and confident. Since my time in Israel, I have also traveled to Portugal and Uganda, and before the year is over I will visit South Africa and India. When I attend school in New York City next year, I want to be more worldly, cultured, and have a broadened perspective.
Before embarking on this adventure, I definitely had fears. My greatest fear was not being able to see my family and friends for so long. It's still tough, but I talk to my family every day, and to my friends via Skype and Facebook. Sometimes I wish I could be at college like the rest of my friends because right now we're going through very different experiences, but I will have the next three years for that. Spending a year in Israel is something I will remember for the rest of my life and I wouldn't trade the experiences and many fun times I've had here for anything.
Tips and All You Need to Know
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Distance education is growing quite explosively in America. The prospect of earning a graduate degree without even traveling to campus or doing the typical things involved such as attending real classes are truly exciting for many students.
Customize Your Cover Letter
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Typical business protocol when job searching is to present a cover letter with ones resume. There are basic cover letters and then there are the cover letters that speak specifically to ones skill set.
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Whether you're considering getting into an industry that's very rule-driven or one that doesn't mind if you come in shorts as long as your output is fantastic, the thought of having to face a prospective employer in a job interview is always terrifying for many.
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Job hunting is difficult enough without encumbering your own success with a poorly-written resume. Since your resume is the first contact you will have with a potential employer, it should be as powerful and efficient as possible.
MIT or Caltech. It's a choice that faces more than a few technically-minded high school seniors each year. Both schools are ultra-selective, but the profile of the student they're looking for is so similar that if you can get into one, the other is at least a good possibility--which leaves, for the lucky ones, The Choice. On the face of it, the schools seem quite equivalent. Both have extremely high average SAT scores, more guys than gals, a reputation for non-stop studying, and the tendency to turn out graduates who go on to very successful careers in math, science, and engineering. However, despite a host of similarities, the schools do have their differences, and your academic and non-academic experiences are likely to vary significantly based upon where you end up. I was confronted with this choice three years ago, and though I feel I made the correct one for myself, it was certainly tough. I'd like to share of few of the insights I gained in researching both schools while I was still deciding, along with some of my experiences after, to help you along on your way.
By far the defining difference between the two schools is size. At MIT, the freshman class is the size of the entire student body at Caltech. It really is a world of difference. Though both might be called "small" schools compared to a state school behemoth like Berkeley or the University of Michigan, the dissimilarity in the feel of 900 undergrads versus 4500 is quite tangible. As with most factors, this cuts both ways. At Caltech, you can reasonably expect to know most people in your class (and everyone in your dorm) by name, and most of the rest of the undergrads at least by sight. At MIT, this isn't true--but conversely, there's a sort of anonymity possible at MIT that is simply out of the question at Caltech, and if you have a (non-academic and non-music) special interest, the larger student body means more students who possibly share your interest. Interestingly, both MIT and Caltech seem to have ample opportunities for musicians. (There is, quite possibly, some truth to the notion that musical ability and mathematical acumen go together.) Similarly, Boston is one of the most famous and storied college towns in the world--but it's hard to beat Los Angeles for sun, temperature, and access to the beach.
For general academics, it's hard to give the edge to either school. Obviously, a science or engineering graduate from either school will have a significant advantage over the non-MIT-or-Caltech graduate, but making distinctions between the two is akin to splitting hairs. That said, it's important to recognize the difference in what each school has evolved and is designed to do.
Caltech is designed to lead to graduate school, plain and simple. Nearly 50% of undergraduate alumni eventually earn Ph.D.'s in a technical field, which is the highest percentage of any student body anyplace. The famous "core" curriculum, under which students take virtually the same classes regardless of major for the freshman year and part of the sophomore year, is designed to provide a solid and universal background in math and each of the major fields of science. In part, this includes five terms each of math and physics for all majors--even biology or economics. The broad foundation that all of that physics (plus the required chemistry, biology, and lab classes) provides is designed to be the basis not for entering the workforce immediately after the B.S., but for the interdisciplinary collaboration common at the world's top graduate programs. In sum, while many Caltech students, especially in the engineering fields, do enter the workforce directly out of Caltech, the more usual path is towards graduate school. The emphasis on undergraduate research experience dovetails well with that emphasis. A quick survey of professors' web pages reveals that almost all research groups on campus have undergraduates associated with them, and 70% of the student body does a SURF (Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship) project sometime during their time at Caltech.
MIT, of course, sends many of its students on to graduate school as well, but there is also an emphasis on entrepreneurship and applications of science that is sometimes lacking at Caltech. While Caltech just added an undergraduate Business, Economics, and Management major last year, MIT has for years had one of the nation's top business schools in the Sloan School. While visiting MIT, a senior proudly told me that "90% of MIT startups succeed" and I fully believed him (granted, this was in the heyday of the last decade's tech bubble at the time). The transformation of technical ideas from applied science into money-making possibilities seems to reach its apex at MIT. The Independent Activities Period, basically a month between fall and spring semesters that lacks regular classes, provides the opportunity for research projects, mini-internships with Boston-area tech companies, or a variety of offbeat, unusual, and interesting courses offered only during that time.
If you think the answer is as simple as "MIT for applied science, Caltech for pure," though, think again. Any variety of other factors can and should influence your decision. Cross-registration opportunities with Harvard (which, to be fair, are much-touted but little-used) might tilt the balance towards MIT for a future theoretical physicist who also has a passion for Russian literature or some other very specific subject that might not be covered by many classes at a technical school. On the other hand, a potential aerospace engineer might be swayed to Caltech by the possibility of doing a research project or getting a hands-on job during the term with scientists at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (located in Pasadena and run by Caltech). There is no one right answer.
I'm now a junior, and I have lived with the choice that I made--Caltech, by the way--for three years now. I'm confident that I made the right decision for me. What made my choice? Above all, it was the size. I visited both campuses and liked the small "feel" of Caltech's better. I suspected that this was a place where I could really make some personal bonds, and it turned out to be true--most students on campus know who I am, and I know lots of them too. My professors can learn the names of all the students in tiny classes (once you get past core), and President Baltimore or Dean Revel says "Hi, Joe" if we pass on the Olive Walk. Personally, the small size of Caltech has allowed me to blossom. I serve on the student government and am very active in the music program. I got a truly great research job (good pay, flexible schedule, publication coming this July) for last summer just by asking a prof after class one day. The work is intense, but the camaraderie of the student body and the support of my friends make it possible.
"Yeah, I'm not really a college student: I'm institutionalized." So goes the joke that I often share with my friends back home in Michigan, most of whom attend more traditional colleges and perhaps even occasionally spend their weekends on something other than studying. Now, things aren't really quite that bad at Caltech, despite the reputation--my weekend so far has included an orchestra concert, a movie with friends, and some time jogging, in addition to studying rather more lightly than I would on a weekday--but it is true that life at one of our country's top two schools with "Institute" in the name is a little different than life at a "University" or a "College."
Article by Joe Jewell and courtesy of PrepMe.com.
Business etiquette experts claim there are not enough good manners and a growing amount of disrespect in today's workplace. You may have witnessed some examples of this behavior such as overhearing a co-worker's noisy cell phone call, seeing undergarments that should be kept "under" one's clothing, or observing someone talk with a mouth full of food; these were pointed out by the writer of a recent article I read.
It seems that the line between what is acceptable and unacceptable at work is getting thin as a result of the new generation of employees entering the work force. May be it is the new technology they are bringing with them like cell phones, as well as a more relaxed attitude and fashion display. Etiquette businesses are not complaining with the increased demand for their services. As a result, businesses in general are seeing increased productivity, improved sales, and better cooperation in the workplace. One etiquette expert, who has taught the concept for over 20 years, trains and certifies a minimum of 10 consultants a month, an average of six more than just two years ago. She is not worried about job security.
The trainers can provide one-on-one coaching and help give companies a more professional appearance. They give a variety of advice from proper table manners to the dress code. The trend of hiring etiquette businesses should not be a surprise according to some who believe that companies want to bring back the ground rules for how employees and their bosses need to behave at work, especially on how to use technology.
Differences in the age of workers may also lead to conflict. While it may be ok for a younger employee to spend time text messaging a friend on the job, it might be unacceptable in the case of a baby boomer. In addition, rude and disrespectful treatment can potentially break down morale and lessen productivity at work. It may also interfere with your personal life at home. One woman said she opened up her own etiquette business due to the disrespectful treatment she and her co-workers received from a former boss. She said nothing was ever done good enough for the former employer, and the morale at work was destroyed. The experience motivated her to help other employers and their workers respect each other. She commented, "Etiquette is not just about manners, but it's principles to help people build stronger relationships."
That would be the perfect way to conclude this entry. However, there is one more tip the article makes note of and that is to introduce a person's business associates; doing so assists in building communication and shows respect. Who knows, you could be introducing your next boss.
A Guide to Free Online CourseWare
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If you've been to college, you might remember being able to check out a potentially interesting course for free by auditing it -- that is, sitting in on classes to learn without getting credit. Well, the same opportunity is now available online in the form of OpenCourseWare, the college curriculum equivalent of open-source software, which is software whose source code is freely available to others who want to use it or build other applications using that code as a foundation.
The idea of offering a free college curriculum online began with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2001, and has since seen participation from a number of other advanced educational institutions.
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If you're looking for work, or want to work part-time, or just want to earn some extra cash, you may want to consider working for a temporary job service agency.
Advantages of working for a temporary service:
Temporary services have different rules, but the one rule they all have is never walk off the job without contacting the service first.
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The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) is a program put on by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to give undergraduate students a chance for a summer internship in a research field conducting actual research, not just as an "assistant" like many university undergraduate jobs.
Overview
Many different disciplines can participate in the REU program.
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When you apply for a mortgage or an auto loan, you expect the financing department to run a credit check, but did you know that prospective employers might do the same thing?
According to Entrepreneur.com, as many as 20% of employers run credit checks on prospective employees in addition to a background check and other screening procedures.
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So you have decided you want to go to law school after college. The only problem is you feel you are an idiot. Well, maybe not really an idiot, but you are at least certain you are lazy. The truth is neither of these characteristics should prevent you from going to law school.
It Might Sound a Bit Stodgy, but Everyone and All Ages Should Be Thinking About Retirement
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If you are a twenty-something or thirty-something, you probably haven't given much thought to your retirement. Putting your feet up on your desk and dreaming about pool houses with pool boys doesn't count.
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No matter what position you're going for in your job search or what experience you bring to it, the most valuable bottom line is credibility. If you have it, then much of what will get you the job can be left unsaid - hiring managers simply trust you, wholeheartedly buying the notion that whatever you don't know you'll learn quickly.
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In an age where politeness seems to be pretty passé, a simple gesture like a thank you note can make a statement about the kind of person you are-and the kind of employee you will be! Whether by email or hand-written, a thank you note following a job interview is a must.
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All of us like to believe that we are an invaluable resource to our company and that our achievements are so outstanding that not only our peers and coworkers but also management should easily recognize them as well.
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It's possibly the piece of advice that everyone has heard. It has, perhaps, even become cliché-ish. Of course, it's none other than go to college. Don't get me wrong, it's not bad advice. In fact, I encourage all those nearing college age to consider continuing their educations beyond high school.
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Nestle CEO, Peter Brabeck-Letmathe says, " We want to make sure that employees at all our regional companies maintain their original cultures, but follow the same Nestle principles," says the Austrian-born Brabeck.
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Have you slaved yet another year at a job you simply can't stand? What keeps you depending on an employment situation that is slowly draining you physically and emotionally. Does your job simply "pay the bills", and that's all?
How to Pay Off All Those Holiday Bills
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Every year, millions of Americans go overboard at Christmas. After the holidays are over, they quickly realize just how much overspending they did. For some people, this is a time to panic and wonder how they'll ever recover.
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Today was my first day at my new internship with Kid's Company and I was formally introduced to everyone in the office. I work with mostly women but a few men. The women are all in positions of power and the men are volunteers, which is the opposite of what one might expect.
Working for Someone Else Can Be Comforting, Discomforting or Both
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Except for some part-time, intermittent teaching, consulting and wedding officiating, I have always been someone else's employee. Sometimes as line staff, sometimes as a middle-manager and sometimes in upper management, I have opted for the security of a guaranteed pay check and benefits over the higher risk and potentially higher earnings, of self employment.
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I can attest to the fact that if you activate your creativity you can definitely come up with some great ideas to boost your career and help your organization, department and team as well. Come up with great ideas and be a problem solver.
A Winning Formula
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It's true that nobody really likes writing cover letters or resumes. What's even more interesting is that cover letters are not even enjoyed by their recipients. The problem derives from the cover letter templates.
Attention employees! The next time you want to respond back to an e-mail or "reply all" that information to someone, think again. According to one research firm, this type of practice has made the workers of today less productive.
In previous years, the company had named a person or product of the year; however, it decided to predict "information overload" as the problem of the year come 2008. A chief analyst believes there is too much information, too many interruptions, and too much time lost as a result of this behavior. While information overload is not a new problem, it has become bigger as advances in technology create the expectations of a more rapid response time. Also, the more information available encourages more time being used to find the right information, either in a previous e-mail or by way of a search engine.
Workers lose their focus when they are constantly distracted by replying to e-mails or answering follow-up calls because they did not respond quickly enough. It was said that employees can use 10 to 20 times the length of the original interruption in attempting to get back to work.
An Easy Job Demystified
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Fact #1: The pay is lousy and you won't get benefits.
While full-time teachers are now getting better and better pay, and districts are offering more and more benefits to stay competitive, substitute teachers make an impressive lousy amount to do what is, essentially, glorified babysitting. Because substitutes are not considered full-time employees, even when they work 40 hours a week, they are offered no benefits, such as insurance (which is often sorely needed come flu season, given that subs will be exposed to every strain of, well, everything that goes around).
It might be entirely possible for someone to live off of substitute teaching, but I've yet to see it done, as subs generally make approximately one third of their full-time teaching counterpart's salary.
Fact #2: The hours are great.
If you're in need of a job where you can take off as many days as you want without any threat of losing your job, regardless of whether your time off is a day or three months, welcome to the wonderful world of substitute teaching. Tardiness really isn't a problem, either.
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We get up every day and go to work but not everyone who goes to work would be referred to as a good employee. What makes a persona a good employee? A good employee exhibits promptness, good attendance, efficiency, attention to detail and is personable.
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The question of how to get a promotion can never be answered if you separate it from the need to know people. While you may be very qualified for a job and you may be really good at what you do, you cannot expect yourself to get a big break if you do not have a knack at networking and marketing to get a better job.
One of the Biggest Secrets of Business Success (Isn't Really a Secret at All)
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For the longest time -- like for most of my adult life up until now -- I prided myself in getting things done on my own. Whatever it was: pushing my car, digging a ditch, buying milk, whatever. Inever asked for help.
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There are many good employees in the workforce today, but an exemplary employee is worth their weight in gold, as the saying goes. Having worked for the government for many years, I've noticed on many occasions that those employees who rise to the level of being exemplary share several characteristics:
Dependability. When you say you can or will do something, then do it.
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Interacting with a disabled person in the workplace is no different from working with any other employee. Disabled people are just as capable of doing their job as you are, and they don't need to be treated differently because of their disability.
Even Shy People Can Make Corporate Contacts
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If you want to climb the corporate ladder, promote your business or land a better job, you probably know that networking will be vital to your success.
Successful networking involves meeting new people and engaging them in conversation.
A Brief Guide to Online Nursing Programs
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An online degree in nursing sounds impossible. How can the hands on knowledge that nursing requires be learned online? The truth is that all schools offering a degree in nursing require that a student be a currently licensed RN.
A Great Chance for New Writers
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There are so many jobs within the entertainment industry, and the difficulty of obtaining employment varies depending on what position. For new comers, it is important to try to get your feet in the door as soon as possible, but how to accomplish this is a job in itself.
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I think most of us who have been in the job force have been bullied or have heard of others being bullied. Bullying in the workplace almost seems acceptable considering the huge lack of attention this subject gets.
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No matter what career path you follow, there will always be a certain cloud over the workplace. That cloud is called office politics. Most of us have probably accepted this little bug as an unfortunate fact of life.
