Improving healthcare in rural communities
For people who reside in rural communities, access to healthcare services is often limited. Some rural facilities may not be equipped to handle transitional care or specialized follow-up care after a life-changing illness or event. Allevant Solutions, LLC., a collaborative effort of Mayo Clinic and Select Medical, is a resource available to make improved healthcare a reality.
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Career opportunities within the newspaper industry
Few career paths can be as fulfilling and rewarding as a career in the newspaper industry, which gives professionals the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of thousands, if not millions, of readers each day.
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Agricultural career opportunities abound
A career in agriculture can prove richly rewarding. While it's common to envision overalls and tractors when imagining careers in agriculture, the opportunities to work in the agriculture industry stretch beyond the farm and into the corporate world.
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A new year marks a great time to reassess your career
The dawn of a new year is a great time to take stock of several things in your life, including your career. The spirit of rejuvenation that characterizes a new calendar year makes this an ideal time to examine your job, where it's going and if there's anything you can do over the next 12 months to further your goals and aspirations.
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Explore healthcare careers now
Unemployment rates may still be high and the opportunities out there in specific careers might be waning, but there is one job sector that may be promising -- healthcare.
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Throw a successful office party
Recent findings show a trend toward downsizing the annual holiday office party due to poor economic times. But this may be a mistake on the part of employers.
According to a recent CareerThink readers survey called "What Do YOU Think," 84 percent of respondents believe that a holiday office party is good for employee morale. Some survey participants said that they would not miss an office party, though most agree that's it is a good thing to have. Keeping the office party tradition going is one thing employers can do to boost employee morale -- which often translates into better business.
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Delaying retirement has financial, social benefits
As much as men and women envision retiring to a faraway seaside villa for their golden years, such retirements are not terribly common, and many older workers have begun to recognize the economic and social benefits of delaying retirement. Those undecided about when they want to say goodbye to the office should consider the following benefits to delaying retirement.
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Is work costing you money?
But even if working is essential to keeping a roof over your head and food on your table, it could be costing you more money than you realize. The following are some of the ways that work could be burdensome on your finances and some possible ways to reduce that burden.
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Avoiding financial woes from a health condition
Those who are not self-made billionaires or beneficiaries of another's vast fortune rely on their paychecks to stay afloat. Should that steady source of income be removed due to an illness or injury, it may not be long before a financial crisis ensues.
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Sharing experiences living with CMT
To shed light on the intricacies of CMT, here is a spotlight on two remarkable individuals who live with CMT.
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Many retailers are big donors
Private citizens are not the only ones who donate to special causes and events. Many different national and local retailers also contribute a portion of profits to charitable causes. Shopping at these stores can help encourage further programs that give back to the community.
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Each Purchase Gives a Woman Purpose
The US has a greater poverty gap between men and women than any other country in the Western World. This holiday season, become a part of the solution to domestic poverty and help close the gap by giving a gift from Women's Bean Project. Women's Bean Project is a nonprofit business that helps women break the cycle of poverty and unemployment.
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A quick guide to gift-giving etiquette
Deciding on and paying for holiday gifts can be a challenge under the best circumstances. But then there are the inevitable "sticky situations" that can leave even the most experienced gift-givers scratching their heads. In the hopes of dodging major gift gaffes this holiday season, here are eight tips for gracious giving and receiving.
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Dos and don'ts for exchanging gifts with coworkers
While there is nothing inherently complicated about choosing tokens of appreciation for one's associates or superiors, the challenge is not just choosing the right token, but in choosing something without the potential to offend or confuse the recipient.
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Green automotive jobs increasing
"Motor City" may soon be renamed "Green City." That's due to the abundance of green automotive jobs that have been cropping up in Michigan, in and around Detroit. Based on a study conducted by the Natural Resources Defense Council, the National Wildlife Federation and the United Auto Workers, Michigan is home to more than 38,067 green automotive jobs at 97 facilities. Ohio is next in line, with a total 13,753 at 28 facilities.
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Small steps toward securing a small business loan
Securing a loan in today's economy is not as easy as it might have been as recently as four years ago. Loans are still available, but men and women should know that the process of getting a small business loan is time-consuming and often tedious. However, there are steps prospective loan applicants can take to make the process go more smoothly.
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Did you know?
The tablet has revolutionized the world of computers, offering consumers a device that is more portable and lightweight than a notebook computer. Its utility and application for entertainment and general use has quickly elevated its status as a must-have device, particularly among on-the-go professionals.
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Did you know?
Many people are worried about their electronic devices thanks to identity theft and hacking. It's widely known that thieves can steal credit card information by swiping or reading your card with a special device.
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RN jobs still in demand
Individuals thinking about their potential career path or a new occupation may want to consider nursing. According to WANTED Analytics(TM), the leading source of real-time business intelligence for the talent marketplace, healthcare providers advertised more than 46,000 new jobs online for registered nurses in July 2011.
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Women still earn less than men
Despite being awarded many college degrees, holding high-level positions, and being influential decision-makers, women still earn less than men in the workforce. New female graduates still earn 17 percent less than their male peers across the board. Furthermore, only 14 percent of women hold executive officer positions at Fortune 500 companies, according to U.S. census findings.
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Fishing is the most dangerous job
For many people the hazards of working involve the chance for carpal tunnel syndrome or a thumb blister from sending too many texts from their mobile devices. Thousands of other people risk their lives every day they go to work with some of the most dangerous jobs in the world.
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Identifying a bad boss
In the 2011 film "Horrible Bosses," three friends plot the demise of their respective bosses when they determine that quitting their jobs is not the best option. One boss expects his employee to be on constant beck and call. Another is a sexual predator and makes unwanted advances, while the last is a drug-riddled psychopath.
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Identifying a bad boss
In the 2011 film "Horrible Bosses," three friends plot the demise of their respective bosses when they determine that quitting their jobs is not the best option. One boss expects his employee to be on constant beck and call. Another is a sexual predator and makes unwanted advances, while the last is a drug-riddled psychopath.
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Easy ways to improve interview skills
A job interview can be a nerve-wracking experience for applicants. Those who enter an interview with a host of qualifications may still find themselves nervous at the prospect of discussing a position they're interested in with a complete stranger.
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How to update your resume
Updating a resume is one of those necessary tasks that always seems to fall by the wayside. Rather than updating a resume periodically, many men and women wait to work on their resume until they're ready to start looking for a new job.
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Perks go beyond dollars and cents
Salary might garner all the glory, but many times additional benefits are just as significant when one is deciding to accept or decline a job offer. The offer with the highest salary isn't necessarily the ultimate deal for everyone. Instead, it's best to consider additional benefits before making such an important decision.
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How technology eliminates jobs
You can't argue that technology has changed the world dramatically. From the industrial revolution to the widespread reach of the Internet, technology has changed how just about everything is done. Although technology has proven beneficial in many ways, technological advancements have proven costly as well.
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Dealing with unemployment-related depression
Unemployment comes with a host of unwanted side effects. Among the more obvious are financial concerns and lifestyle changes that reflect a loss of income, such as dining at home instead of nights on the town, or cutting back on certain luxuries.
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Pros and cons to accepting a pay cut
It's becoming an increasingly common scenario: A supervisor calls an employee into his or her office and asks if the employee is willing to take a pay cut to avoid being laid off.
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Negotiating a salary increase
For most of today's workers, simply having a job is something to be grateful for. With an unemployment rate still hovering around nine percent in the U.S. and roughly 7.6 percent in Canada and the United Kingdom, it's hard to question workers who are simply content to be among the gainfully employed.
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How sleep affects work (and vice versa)
People often discuss how sleep -- and often lack thereof -- can affect work performance. However, not as many people are studying how work impacts the ability to sleep.
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Coping with stress at the office
The workers of the world are working more. So says an annual study of employee benefit trends from MetLife. In 2010, 40 percent of employees admitted their workload had increased compared with the previous year.
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Things to consider before heading overseas to work
Working overseas is a dream for many adults. The chance to experience another culture while earning a paycheck is an opportunity few people would pass up.
But working overseas does come with a few caveats. Before agreeing to that dream job abroad, adults should consider the following tips to ensure their time overseas is as successful and enjoyable as possible.
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On the Hunt Finding a job in a difficult job market
Though the job market has gradually begun to recover, many men and women are still out of work. In June of 2011, the unemployment rate in the United States was still hovering around 9 percent nationally, while Statistics Canada reported that the Canadian unemployment rate was roughly 7.4 percent during that same period.
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Business casual is the standard for work
In today's economic climate, there are more job applicants than there are jobs. Landing or keeping a job with so much stiff competition means employees must take the necessary steps to ensure they're a viable part of the company. Dressing the part may seem inconsequential, but it can say much about how seriously you take your work.
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Use the Internet to find your next job
As the job market continues to rebound, it also continues to change. Whereas job seekers once sent their resumes to prospective employers via traditional mail, nowadays many companies prefer applicants utilize the company Web site to apply for open positions.
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Office productivity gets cubed
"How can I think outside the box when I work inside a cube?" -- Unknown
Since its inception around 40 years ago, the cubicle has been a mainstay of office decor. Love it or loathe it, many companies still employ the segregated design of cubicles to outfit their buildings and provide a measure of personal space for employees.
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Engineers help improve the world
It has been frequently stated that, "Scientists investigate that which already is; engineers create that which has never been." Some of the greatest challenges of modern life have been overcome thanks to engineers. And their reach continues to grow.
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Tips for self-employed women diagnosed with breast cancer
A breast cancer diagnosis can impact every aspect of a woman's life. While early detection greatly increases a woman's chance for survival, the immediate aftermath of a diagnosis can be nerve-wracking, especially for women who are self-employed.
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The business of hosting Make your business dinner a success
Doing business over dinner is as old as business itself. When done correctly, a business dinner can lay the foundation for a lasting and fruitful partnership between company and client. If the business dinner somehow goes awry, those clients may never come back.
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What to look for in a graduate program
Today's college graduates are facing a difficult job market, one that is flooded with unemployed professionals but few job openings. As a result, many college juniors, seniors and even recent graduates are considering the pursuit of an advanced degree. When researching different graduate programs, prospective applicants should take the following under consideration.
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Tips to Make Your Start-Up a Success
Becoming a business owner is a goal for many women. Starting a business is seldom easy, but the process can be streamlined when a person knows the steps to take.
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Successfully Transition to Your Second Career
Many men and women reach their 50s and 60s and decide the adventure of a new challenge is simply too hard to resist. Oftentimes, this new challenge comes in the form of a second career.
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Career Options for Ocean Enthusiasts
The notion of finding something you love doing as a career so you never have to work a day in your life is an oft-repeated one that some of the world's most successful people have insisted helped them reach the pinnacle of their professions. Ocean lovers who hope to one day combine their love of the water with a rewarding career have a host of options at their disposal.
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Can a Workday Nap Increase Employee Productivity?
"Seinfeld" character George Costanza may have had the right idea when he had a custom-built bed installed under his desk at his Yankee Stadium office. New research indicates falling asleep on the job actually may be good for employees, not merely grounds for firing.
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Opportunity Knocks: Careers for Women in Science and Technology
Successful female engineers and organizations such as the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the IEEE want individuals choosing a course of study and potential career path to consider scientific fields -- like engineering.
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Workshifting Makes $ense
Millions of Americans face tighter budgets than ever in this struggling economy. Instead of cutting employee numbers to cut costs, business owners and employees re-evaluating spending habits may wish to consider "workshifting."
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Branded Gifts: Tiny Investments with Unparalleled ROI Why Companies Should Consider Promotional Branded Gifts This Holiday Season
With the holiday season right around the corner, many businesspeople have turned their attentions to finding just the right 'special something' for everyone on their list. Branded products are an ideal way for businesses to show how much they appreciate their customers and clients, also expressing how much they look forward to working with them in the year ahead.
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Maintain Employee Productivity During the Holidays
The holiday season can be busy. With so many things on a person's to-do list, it's relatively easy to become overwhelmed. Oftentimes worker productivity wanes at the end of the year -- but it doesn't have to.
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Travel Tips For On-the-Go Professionals
Today's business travelers are more pressed for time than ever before. Stricter policies at the nation's airports make traveling tougher while a still recovering economy continues to place greater demands on the nation's workers, many of whom are carrying greater workloads thanks to downsizing.
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Gift Ideas for the On-the-Go Business Pro
Pack your suitcases, business travelers. According to a report from the National Business Travelers Association, global business travel is on the rise once again. After a recession-related dip in business travel spending in 2009, forecasters predict a 6.2 percent increase by the end of 2010 and an even brighter forecast for 2011, when researchers suspect business travel spending will surpass the 2008 peak of $926 billion.
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Workplace Gifting Dos and Don'ts
Exchanging gifts goes beyond friends and family members every year. Many coworkers exchange gifts come the holiday season. The rules that govern gifting workplace acquaintances may differ from those involved with gifting family.
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Ways to Make Your Career Change a Success
There was a time when professionals would spend the bulk, if not the entirety, of their careers with one company. Chances are, many of today's young professionals had grandparents who spent decades working with the same outfit.
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Make a Career Fair Work for You
Opinion often differs as to the benefits of attending a career fair. For every one person who can tell a story of landing their dream job thanks to a career fair, there seems to be dozens more stories of how career fairs don't yield the desired results.
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Explore Green Careers
One of the fastest-growing segments of the job market is environmentally friendly careers, or green jobs. As the number of people interested in protecting the environment continues to grow, so does an industry devoted to going green.
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These 10 Gigs Pay Big Bucks
Workers scouring the want-ads in the United States may be interested in finding out which professions are the most lucrative.
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Despite High Unemployment, Some Jobs Still Empty
Even though millions of people are out of work, some businesses can't fill certain positions, particulary those at the top or bottom of the pay scale. This is contributing to the halt on the economy.
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Finding Work in a Still Struggling Economy
Finding a job is rarely easy. Oftentimes, job searches can take anywhere from several weeks to several months. And as millions have learned over the last couple of years, that process is even more arduous when the economy is struggling.
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Getting a Freelance Career Off the Ground
Office workers and other professionals with 9-to-5 jobs often dream of leaving the office behind and pursuing a freelance career of their choice. While many have succeeded at freelance work in the past, many more have failed, discovering along the way that perhaps the security and steady paycheck of their office jobs wasn't so bad after all.
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Did You Know?
According to a poll from Reuters/Ipsos, French workers are the most likely to get their R&R, using 89 percent of their alloted vacation time on average.
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Tips for Successful Salary Negotiations
In fatter financial times, many people are less fearful when discussing or negotiating salary. However, as the country remains mired in an economic slump, many people are content to be drawing a salary at all, regardless of the amount of that salary.
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Do's and Don'ts of Social Networking When Looking for Work
Perhaps nothing in the last decade has more revolutionized how people interact than the advent of social networking media. Be it through Facebook or Twitter or their respective counterparts, nowadays more and more people are using the Internet to interact with friends, family and even strangers.
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Getting Started: Making the Most of an Internship
As daunting as entering the job market amidst the ongoing economic woes might seem, college students or even recent graduates can take steps to make themselves more attractive to prospective employers. Perhaps no such step has been more popular over the years than securing an internship.
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Help Wanted: Career Choices on the Rise
As any professional knows, the job market is as fluid as ever. The uncertain nature of the economy as well as advancements in technology have changed the way business is done.
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Job Opportunities Abound for Seniors
At one point in the 2008 Oscar-nominated film "Frost/Nixon," former President Richard Nixon, played by Frank Langella, says, "Retired people are the most bored people in the world." While some retirees might scoff at that remark, others no doubt agree there's an element of truth to it.
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Resume Writing for a Recession
The country's recession has stretched on for over a year, leaving thousands of people in employment turmoil. Unemployment rates are at all-time highs, and the market is flooded with individuals looking for work. Wording a resume effectively has never been more essential.
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Ward Off the Workday Doldrums
However, it's not all the fault of workers, either. In fact, American survey respondents noted they spent an average of 5.5 hours per week in meetings, and 71 percent of those respondents felt those meetings weren't productive. Each of these factors, both the distractions and business practices that might be dated and ineffective, can make it difficult to make it through the workday doldrums as productively as possible. However, there are tricks of the trade that can help workers be more productive and enjoy the day more as a result.
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Protect Yourself Against Disasters Big or Small Why Disaster Preparedness Can Save Your Business
At some point, most businesses will face an emergency. The question is what type of disaster it is, how severe and when. According to the Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), small and mid-sized businesses are uniquely vulnerable to disasters and 25 percent of small businesses will fail to re-open following a major disaster.
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Some Careers Might Be Recession-Proof
In light of the global economic downturn that began in late 2008 and continues to make its presence felt well into 2010, many of the nation's college students are wondering which fields might prove recession-proof down the road.
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How an Advanced Degree May Not Help in Today's Job Market
Once upon a time an advanced degree guaranteed job seekers an edge over other prospective applicants. Today, however, the benefits are not so black and white. In fact, on-the-job experience might be more attractive to potential employers than an advanced degree.
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How to Find Your First 'Real' Job
Unemployment rates across North America continue to be at all-time highs. What's more, companies have reduced the percentage of on-campus recruiting across the country, some by as much as 25 percent. That means that college and high school graduates will be in the same league as other job seekers -- pounding the pavement to find jobs.
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What NOT to do on an Interview
In this tumultuous economy, landing a job is still difficult, albeit not impossible. When applying for a job you want to ensure you do everything in your best interest to portray you as the ideal candidate -- from resume to interview.
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