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What to consider before starting a business

1. Can I meet career goals?

2. Will I work long hours?

3. Do I have relevant skills

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‘Accidental entrepreneurs’ don’t just find a job they create one

Discouraged or frustrated with a job search, some embark on ‘Plan B,’ start their own business and discover a lot about themselves in the process.

Baby Boomers ‘Retire’ to New, Successful Careers

Now living longer and healthier lives, America’s generation of baby boomers may have the experience and skills necessary to achieve entrepreneurial success even in their retirements.

‘No time better than the present’ to start your new business

The key to succeeding with a start-up during hard times is to stay financially lean and focus on recession-proof industries.

When MY Business becomes OUR Business

It’s one thing to create a new home business, putting time and money into what you know is *MY business.* … What if, however it’s truly a *family* business? Well, now it’s *OUR business.*

Elementary School Teacher – Occupation Profile

Teach pupils in public or private schools at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills.

Inc. Magazine Announces Top 500 in Revenue Growth

…and the winner is…National Capital Insurance, based in Miami Florida.

Maximizing Home Business Success Requires Minimizing Distractions

Failure to control distractions is an easy way to put an otherwise promising home business out of business

Online Education Affords Cost Savings to Both Students and Schools

In the wake of severe budgetary crisis throughout the U.S., technology-enabled online education affords benefits to both sides of the academic equation.

President Obama’s $500 Million Online Education Plan Raises Questions

Some are questioning specific elements of President Obama’s plan to infuse $500 million into online education.

Being Unemployed is Tough

Being unemployed is a difficult time for anyone. How we cope is, of course, dependent on the positive and negative factors.Positive factors included: support from family and friends positive thinking career changes and retraining part-time or temporary wo

Career Top 10 – Tips for Nailing a Job Interview

Good advice found by Careers.Org
By Vicky Oliver in SavvyMiss
After weeks, maybe months, of submitting resumes, following up and hearing, “We’re just not hiring right now,” landing an interview can make you feel as good as, well, landing the job. But the road doesn’t end there and that’s precisely when the nerves start to set in. [...]

Job Hunters: Blogging Can Help or Hurt

From The Wall Street Journal Like to blog or comment on blogs? The online pastime may lead to a new job — or derail your chances of getting one you want.Many corporate recruiters now search blogs, or Web journals, to vet candidates and check for digital

The Art of the Resume

In order to maximize the impact of your resume for your targeted audience — the hiring manager or admission officer — you must have a clear idea of what you want to accomplish.Pinpoint Your GoalBefore you begin, ask yourself these questions. Are you:*

Job Interviews Need Not Be Nervewracking

Interviewing is the most stressful part of the job search for many people. But it doesn’t have to be. Interviews are an opportunity to show you are an enthusiastic worker who would do a job well. You can make the most of that opportunity by being prepar

Write a Great Elevator Pitch

How do you know if your Elevator Pitch is working? Do people ask you questions? Are the questions about your work, your success or processes? Do they want to learn more? Do they invite you to talk about your credentials? Do they offer to introduce you to

Ten Unexpected Interview Questions

Why haven’t you found a new position before now?I. Finding a job is the easy part but finding the right job is much more difficult. You are trying to be “selective.”II. Have you ever thought of leaving your present position before? If yes, what do yo

Remember : Your Resume Speaks for You

Think of a résumé as the most important tool you have to sell yourself to future employers. It outlines your skills and experiences so an employer can see, at a glance, what you could bring that organization. A résumé has one goal: to get your foot i

10 Ways to Conquer The Resume Gap

By : Jennifer Boutell – Tacomamama.com, a locally-grown city guideReturning to the workforce after a long absence? It’s not easy. Whether you’ve been a stay at home parent, were temporarily disabled, deployed, or experienced a long period of unemployment,

Skills You Need on the Job

This list ranks specific skills and characteristics employers areseeking. Take a look at the chart and consider ways that you canacquire the most sought-after skills by employers. Communication skills (verbal and written) Honesty/integrity. Interpersonal