Whether you’re still a student or a recent graduate, you’ve probably been told about a million times that getting a job isn’t just about your degree. In today’s tough job market, grads are expected to hit the ground running – so if you’ve already got a solid degree under your belt, that’s great, but you will need to supplement it with the following marketable skills:
For everyone who does not know, learning Spanish certainly has its perks and advantages. People are recommended to know the language as it is quite easy to learn it, if they spend a good amount of time and study with determination. It is quite an old language and is spoken in many parts of the world currently. People can benefit a lot from knowing the language since it tends to help pretty much while traveling. When people decide to visit Spanish speaking countries, they are likely to find no problem in interacting with the native people.
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One of the major milestones of becoming an adult is taking responsibility for your finances. For many, that process really begins in college. You may have your first checking account and you will probably get a debit card. You will probably also be given the opportunity to apply for a credit card. Don’t do it. Banks love to lure in college students with offers of fast credit and building your financial future. It is an easy temptation to fall into that can have painful, long-term consequences. Many students spend years trying to pay off credit cards they used in college. Try to think differently about your money. Instead of spending more on credit cards, try saving money instead.
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As a parent of a child moving up into high school it is only natural for you to feel a little bit sad, a tad anxious and excitement. If the parents feel this way just imagine what it’s like for the child. Can you remember your experiences and emotions from your own high school years? If you have a child who is off to the big school or have a teen who might be struggling to cope use this guide and share some useful advice that may just give them some extra confidence.
We have seen this coming for a little while now. We have the Internet in all its glory, and now it’s time to start using it for good. With all kinds of people connecting from every corner of the globe, we can now teach courses online that anyone with an Internet connection can enroll in, in places from Tibet to Australia to Alaska, on subjects from Calculus to Mandarin to Chemistry. Obviously, these courses known as Massive Open Online Courses (or MOOCs) have a lot to offer us. (more…)
MOOCs, or Massive Open Online Courses, have the potential to directly and drastically alter the modern world of education. And, presently, they are on the rise. As these courses become more widely recognized and accepted and start counting the same as regular university courses, they are destined to change traditional college in several ways.
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According to research performed by the Executive Guidance from the CEB employers are looking to increase productivity in their employees by an additional 20% if they are to reach the goals of the business. However, out of those questioned more than two thirds of the employees said that they were already pushed to their limits with 55% saying they were already too stressed from their current workload.
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In searching for a job, it is imperative that your first impression be a good one. And, for many of us job-seekers, the resume is the cover of our book which our prospective employers are forced to judge us by. Here are seven ways the cover of your book will wow your potential employer and get you that job!
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An MBA degree (a master’s degree in business administration) can be a big stepping stone to a more rewarding career. Not only are MBA holders generally more satisfied with their jobs than the typical employee, but an MBA degree often leads to larger salaries. What could be better than working in a field you enjoy while collecting a bigger paycheck than ever before?
There are plenty of benefits to getting a master’s degree in business administration, so if you’re not thrilled with the progress of your current career and you’re looking to shake things up a bit and re-route your path in life from dead-end job to successful living, consider applying to an MBA program. However, not all MBA programs are created equal. It’s imperative to choose a college or university that will offer what you need, so be sure to take your time and research your options before attending. Below are three things to look for as you seek out a worthy MBA program.
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Teachers know better than most the importance of budgeting. Educators, as a rule, don’t make a particularly large amount of money, and the decision to personalize, or not personalize, their classroom is typically a personal decision. Of course, a well-organized, interesting, and unique classroom is conducive to learning, so a lot of work goes into making a great classroom.
With limitations on funds, space, and what you can actually find the time to accomplish, some teachers are very nearly at their wit’s end come September. Nevertheless, from organizing books and signs to finding creative ways to use classroom chairs, teachers rise to the challenge every year. This list will hopefully provide a few resources educators can use to bring a personal touch to the room in which they will impart knowledge to the next generation.
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