Changing careers a calculated risk worth taking

The once-popular board game Careers allowed players to seek new professions simply by rolling the dice. Yet switching careers, even in these tough economic times, need not be such a gamble. A careful assessment of your career goals and interests, and a well-conceived plan on how to achieve them, can lead to a more rewarding job.
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Online doctoral degrees: Advanced education for today’s professional

You’ve been working in your chosen field for a while now. For you it’s not a job, but a calling. You’ve gone so far as to earn a master’s degree to gain a deeper understanding of the work you’re doing, but now you’re ready for more. You want to gain advanced expertise in your field, or you have a great idea you want to research or a problem you want to solve: You want to earn a doctoral degree.
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Tips to make every day an easier day at the office

We all have those times at the office when nothing seems to be going right. There is an easier way to make every day more efficient at the office, and avoid these common office mishaps in the process. Here are some tips to help make your day at the office more pleasant.
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Patient confidentiality and you

When you head to your family physician for a routine checkup or visit the hospital for a more intensive procedure, you deserve to know that the information you share with each health care professional is kept confidential. You want to rest assured that your personal information is not going to be available to anyone other than the physicians and medical staff involved in your care.
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How owners of small businesses can successfully weather the economic storm

Many small business owners cheered the emphasis that President Barack Obama put on supporting small businesses in his recent State of the Union address. As the president’s focus indicated, small businesses are central to the economy. When small businesses are running strong, it’s a good thing for all, from consumers to employees to other business owners. That’s why it’s important, if you own or plan on starting a small business, you make sure you’re taking all the right steps to protect your venture.
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Tips on finding the right scholarship opportunities

Qualifying for a scholarship but not bothering to apply for it makes about as much sense as walking away from money left on a table to fund your education. A simple Google search reveals the number of available scholarships. Granted, it takes patience and perseverance to plow through the exhaustive lists.
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Spend time on your carpet playing, not cleaning

As your daughter recounts her exciting day at school, your eyes widen in fear as her demonstrating arms wildly swing around and connect with the glass of juice – full of course – on the counter. Before you have a chance to react, both juice and glass splash down to the carpet below. The good news: The carpet prevented the glass from breaking. The bad news: You’re once again cleaning a bright stain out of the carpet.
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Tips for returning to school – online

Going back to school is a tough decision, especially if you’ve been in the working environment for several years. But many Americans are making the decision to enroll in classes – either to better their knowledge for potential promotion in their current field or to completely change careers. And many of them are pursing their education online.
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How to take your small business to the next level with branding and marketing

It’s a tough economy out there, and existing businesses are competing harder than ever to keep clients and win new ones. In addition, more and more people who have been touched by unemployment woes are taking the leap to create their own small businesses. Whether your business is newly minted or a few years old, it’s now more important than ever that you have a strong, visible presence.
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Growing and maintaining a healthy business credit score in 2010

For owners of new and young small businesses, there are a plethora of elements that need to be managed and overseen every day to ensure success. While focusing on income, expenditures, employees and marketing, thinking about your business’ credit can sometimes fall by the wayside.

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