Here’s a job hunting tip: how about thinking outside the box? Today, we explore an unconventional career opportunity: joining the armed forces of our country. What is it like? Our contributing writer, Rachel Strong, gives us a peek into what the National Guard is all about. She is the extremely proud wife of a National …
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How’s your work performance at the office or at your place of work? Check out these 10 work habits to see if you’re doing a good job and can expect to get a raise, a promotion or at the very least, a solid recommendation from your superior sometime in your future. How To Get A …
Can baby boomers afford to retire? Image by MinnPost.com Affording Retirement My best friend is 77 years old. He doesn’t qualify as a baby boomer and yet he shares some of their concerns. The house he bought 10 years ago — he was working in Central America as a lay missionary before returning to the …
If you’re facing a job layoff, here’s a welcome and refreshing idea. For those job seekers on the hunt for a new job, attending parties where you can network while relaxing a bit can be a neat way to make those professional connections. This is one way for prospective employees to let their guard down …
Let’s take a look at the situation when the male partner has been laid off and the female spouse or companion is bringing home the bacon. According to this site, 82% of the people who’ve lost a job have been men. While we may wonder at this amazing disproportion, let’s not forget that males are …
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Where can we build a career these days? Various parts of the United States are homes to some industries that are doing quite well even in this recession. I wanted to take a look at some spots where getting a job may not be so tough if you happen to have the right skills. Would …
Here are some articles I had a chance to digest this past week. Enjoy! Personal Financial Articles From the Carnival of Personal Finance held at Wide Open Wallet, the following pieces struck a chord with me: Tough Money Love talks about how money may satisfy, but does not bring happiness. To me though, I find …
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Got laid off? Here are some tips for coping with job loss. Facing A Job Layoff? Turn Your Thoughts To Action Like most Americans, I really have no idea what it feels like to stand in a food line or live on the street. I’ll admit that I’ve been lulled into complacency by years of …
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