When you are selecting a career there’s a lot riding on your decision. You want to pick an occupation in which you can be successful for many years to come. While you can change careers, doing so can be effortful. It is easier if you don’t have to do it too often. That means you should pick something that is not only suitable for you, but also can support you financially far into the future....
When you apply for your first professional job after college, prospective employers will want to know about your work experience. Applicants who list at least one internship on their resumes increase their chances of getting hired over those who do not. Get Work Experience Before or Right After You Graduate There isn’t a better way to learn valuable skills related to your major and the workplace in general. Regardless of whether or not your internship is directly related to your future career, it will give you the opportunity to develop workplace skills prospective employers will find invaluable....
01 of 17 These Short Styles Look Great on Women of All Ages Michael Stewart (l) and Steve Mack (r) for Getty Images The pixie is one of the hottest hairstyles. It flatters most face shapes, works with almost all hair textures and, better yet, it looks great on femmes of all ages—whether you’re 15 or 80. We’re going to explore some fantastic pixies on older women. There are edgy and classic pixies, and we’ll help you figure out if a pixie hairstyle would work with your hairstyle and hair texture....
Face-to-face business networking with other entrepreneurs is an important part of being a successful small business owner. Not only can business networking help you grow your customer base and generate referrals, but it can also provide numerous opportunities for learning, development, and growth. Explore the resources and tips outlined below to improve your business networking approach, prepare yourself to make the most out of every business networking situation, and discover how to make a positive lasting impression on your clients, customers, and peers....
Here’s a look at the best singers, songwriters, artists, and bands in the history of American folk music. The top 50 folk artists of all time, in alphabetical order. 01 of 50 The Alamanac Singers Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images The Almanacs were really the first folk music supergroup and spun off into rather successful careers for Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, Lee Hays, Josh White, Burl Ives, and various other folks who made up the core of the group or who joined them on occasion....
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Making sure the Marines can quickly get where they need to be while in the field is obviously a high priority and an important job. The Marine Automotive Organizational Mechanic, which is military occupational specialty (MOS) 3521, makes sure all vehicles used in the field are inspected, maintained and in top condition. This role requires these Marines to be ready to repair vehicles under a variety of conditions, including combat situations....
Computer science is the study of computers and how they are used to solve problems. A computer science major learns about designing computers and systems, developing software applications and programming languages. With an extremely positive job outlook—the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts faster than average job growth through 2020 for occupations for which this major prepares people—chances of finding a job after graduation is pretty good. Degree Options...
Dental hygienists provide preventative oral care under a dentist’s supervision. They clean patients’ teeth and examine their mouths for signs of damage, gingivitis, and other diseases. Hygienists teach patients how to maintain good oral health. Their scope of practice—what services they are legally allowed to deliver—differs according to the rules of the state in which they work. Dental hygienists differ from dental assistants. While both work in dental practices under dentists’ supervision, they differ in their job duties, educational requirements, and earnings, as well as the number of hours they typically work....
There is nothing like the moment when a skateboarder is offered a sponsorship from their favorite company. The opportunity to have a company they support, who endorses their unique way of riding, is a great way to enjoy the sport while promoting their brand. With a bit of work and a lot of persistence, skateboarders can learn how to get sponsored and remain that way. The following is a basic rundown of what skateboarders can do on an individual level to get themselves into a position to be sponsored....
01 of 19 Funny and Weird Knitted Items ufunk.net Knitting and crocheting seem like fun hobbies, and some people are truly talented at creating funky handmade scarves, hats, sweaters, and so on. Yet like all things crafty, there’s always potential to let your sense of humor shine and create something that is a little less practical than it is hysterical. Case in point; remember these fabulously raunchy cross stitches? The knitted and crocheted items here in this gallery are definitely not your average cable knit made with love by Grandma, and the people who make these crazy pieces of knitwear clearly don’t take themselves too seriously!...
You may have heard the term batted about – “flat rate.” But what does flat rate mean exactly? Many will tell you that it’s a way for shops to rip off their customers. These people are usually not well informed. The flat rate system of repair estimating and billing isn’t dishonest at all, but it does present some interesting problems at the shop. Basic Flat Rate Billing What is flat rate billing?...
Most people know the green stuff in your radiator keeps your engine from turning into a block of ice in the winter, but did you know that it also helps keep things cool in the summer? All too often people are driving around with just water in their radiator because they think they don’t need the green stuff until it gets cold. This is not the case. Radiator coolant, also known as antifreeze, actually raises the boiling point of the water, too, allowing it to carry more heat away from the engine....
If you are interested in a career as a pharmacist in the United States, you must graduate from pharmacy school and obtain a Pharm.D degree. However, as few as a quarter of all applicants are accepted at many pharmacy schools. If you are interested in this profession, you should take steps to maximize your chances of admission. About Pharmacy School Pharmacy school consists of two years of undergraduate (pre-professional) college coursework, plus four years of pharmacy school (professional education)....
By 1930, the Great Depression had befallen the nation. 25 percent of the workforce was jobless, and up to 60 percent of African American men had no work. Cities became crowded with people searching for work after farms began to wither and rot. Black musicians were not allowed to do studio or radio work. The Rise of Swing However, jazz music was resilient. While businesses, including the record industry, were failing, dance halls were packed with people dancing the jitterbug to the music of big bands, which would come to be called swing music....
Babies love to kick, and they are especially good at kicking off their shoes. Here are a few brands and types of baby shoes we have found to withstand the kicks of even the most determined wannabe-barefoot baby.A few general things to keep in mind when you begin to put your baby in shoes: Keep them as close to barefoot as possible. Stay far, far away from baby shoes that have a thick, hard sole....
Below is the alphabetical list of all members of the World Golf Hall of Fame, plus a second list in which the members are organized by year of induction. Most of the members of the World Golf Hall of Fame were elected on the strength of their accomplishments as tournament golfers. But the Hall also includes administrators, architects, writers and others who were inducted based on their contributions outside of playing the game....
Whether it is mobile or physical, from a retailer or a restaurant, gift cards will be taking their place as one of the most popular, asked for, and demanded gifts of the 2015 Christmas holiday shopping season. Aligned with the U.S. consuming trend of I-want-what-I-want-when-I-want-it-how-I-want-it-just-because-I-want-it, gift cards give Christmas consumers control over both the giving and receiving aspects of the Christmas holiday season. This is one more aspect of the empowered consumer control game that retailers will need to win during the 2015 Christmas holiday shopping season according to recent consumer research....
For budding women entrepreneurs who have little or no cash to start a business, things might not come as easily as they do for their male peers. Banks, investors, and lenders, in general, can be harder on women business owners when it comes to loan requirements and approval ratings than they are on men. In fact, men, in general, often receive more cultural support and encouragement from society to just “go for it” than women....
Optimum Value Engineering can result in a reduced quantity of material used and lower labor costs. Using either the complete Optimum Value Engineering system or applying it by components, the building will be improving its energy efficiency and its overall performance. Builders and Contractors starting to use this technique might require special training that can result in a decrease in framing speed until they become familiar with the system. The main idea behind Optimum Value Engineering is to maximize material usage while still meeting stringent code regulations and structural requirements....
