Tips to make every day an easier day at the office
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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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Make money, make a difference with the power of crowdsourcing
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Google the words "meaningful work" and you'll find more than 1.6 million hits, ranging from tips for finding a job you can believe in, to how to find meaning in the job you already have. Perhaps it's another side effect of the recession, but it seems that for many Americans, making money isn't enough anymore; it's just as important to make a difference.
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Small-business owners see silver lining in the recession
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The current gloomy economic conditions contain some good news for the small-business sector. Some small-business owners and managers are finding a silver lining in the current recession, seeing more high-quality candidates available for hire, rising employee retention rates and gains in market share. As a small-business owner, you take advantage of these opportunities and make them work for your business.
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Degrees that will make you indispensable in the workplace
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From digitizing and analyzing America's health records to developing the next big video game or hardware program, careers in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields continue to gain prominence in the work force. As employment opportunities within these new and emerging industries continue to expand, educational institutions are taking a look at refining curriculums to provide career-focused higher education, and better prepare students for careers in specific fields.
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Breaking down barriers: Who says women can't excel in math and science?
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True or false: Men have more ability in math and science than women? The correct answer is false, and it seems that America's work force is finally beginning to reflect this.
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Taking headaches out of travel for frequent fliers
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A job that requires a lot of travel might initially sound glamorous and jet-setting, but any business traveler who has logged countless miles will tell you differently. Because travel for work is a necessity, many new innovations are designed to ease the discomforts of it and mitigate the inconveniences it presents. Here are a few ideas to make things easier for business travelers and frequent fliers.
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You can get help paying for college - here's how
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In a competitive job market, earning a degree can be the biggest single step one can take to enhance career value and earning potential. As many bask in the glow of making plans to increase their career potential, the prospect of paying for college is a sobering reality. But a little determination, and knowing where to look, can help you find financial aid to pay for college.
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Chicago: Your convention connection
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Chicago is a major player in the convention destination arena. In every successful convention city - in this case Chicago - self storage options are an important part of the amenities offered.
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Knowing 'net price' is now essential in college planning
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Planning for college is fraught with uncertainty about everything from which college and major to choose to how to much it will really cost. With nearly 70 percent of high school students enrolling in higher education programs after graduation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, millions of students and their families are overwhelmed and looking for guidance about what their options are.
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Spend time on your carpet playing, not cleaning
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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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