In the home improvement and maintenance industry, there is a world of opportunity. Best of all, there are so many different opportunities, so no matter what your education level is, or how dirty you want your hands to get at the end of the day, you can usually find a position that is perfect for…
Whether you are a recent high school graduate or are just looking for a career shift, you are faced with a lot of choices when it comes to furthering your education. Many people immediately think of traditional four-year universities when they think of higher education, however, more and more people are realizing that a vocational school…
You’re interested in a career in health care, but you don’t know which path to take. You could easily enter a course of study that will lead to getting licensed as a registered nurse, or you could study to be an X-ray technologist. While you could follow these well-trod career paths, you could also…
Starting a business is hard, harder than many would-be CEOs anticipate. There are countless variables and challenges. Mess up just one piece of the puzzle and the whole business can fall flat. Here’s a few tips to help young entrepreneurs beat the odds. 1. Fail fast. You’re going to fail, no doubt about it….
Decreased commute time, more flexibility, greater connectivity, and more time overall are among the advantages to telecommuting for many, yet one general drawback still remains. When working from home, the necessity for having an ideal work environment is even more important. While working from home is convenient, it is often difficult to separate oneself from…
Talent — picking up a guitar and effortlessly creating a brilliant tune that drives a crowd wild and provides a steady paycheck. Despite your genius talent, launching into a music career requires effort and dedication. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field will continue to grow at a healthy 10 percent rate in…
In the game of business, it’s always important to be ahead of your competitors. After all, it is tougher than ever for small businesses to separate themselves from others, while still remaining loyal to their customers. If you really want your small business to succeed, there are certain things that certainly must do to set…
Having your own business can be one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do. Not only is it great to make your own hours and be your own boss, there are few things more entertaining than the desire to continually chase success for your business. However, some businesses fail before they even start due…
Then: Life used to be a lot easier before you went and got a career. Aside from multiple attempts to attract members of the opposite sex, you really didn’t find much of a need to market yourself all that much. Your friends were your…
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, is the newest health care reform legislation to influence the health care industry and market. Under the law, all citizens will need to purchase some level of health insurance through various channels. Some business leaders are concerned over the ramifications of the health…
Today, many people with an entrepreneurial spirit are discovering that with hard work, a business in a booming industry can turn into a lucrative career move. Although success in any business requires serious determination and drive, a person can ensure the best prospects by selecting an industry that has a high rate of projected growth….
No matter how much you spend on office décor, your organization can’t hide the ugliness of a group of bickering employees. If your company’s work culture includes frequent gossip sessions in the break room, a high level of tension and periodic heated exchanges, it’s time to get things back on track. Rather than trying to…