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Six ways to use the Web in your job search
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With the unemployment rate in the U.S. hovering around 10.4 percent, many Americans are facing the daunting task of looking for permanent employment. The rise of the Internet has changed the very structure of the job market, making it easier than ever for potential employees to contact managers, companies and each other.
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Emerging careers in science and health care
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Growth in technology is contributing to career options at an increasing rate. Ten of the 20 fastest-growing careers are health care-related, with 26 percent of all new jobs created falling into this category, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's "Career Guide to Industries, 2010-11 Edition." New career possibilities are opening for individuals with vocational training, college diplomas and advanced degrees.
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Discover the many career opportunities in audio production
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If you want to be right in the middle of the media world, a career in audio production may be for you. Within the audio field, you can take a variety of career paths. You may have the opportunity to mix sounds for your favorite video game series, produce hit music, record the dialogue of famous actors and much more.
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Expert advice for starting a small business - even in this economy
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Is it easier to climb Mount Everest than to start a small business in America today? More than 65 percent of Americans think so, according to a recent survey. Yet 70 percent also believe small businesses are more likely to turn around the economy than the federal government, reveals the survey by Wakefield Research conducted on behalf of e-commerce platform Alibaba.com.
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What do IT professionals do when viruses attack?
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Before computers even started making their way into people's homes, programmers were writing "viruses" that could cripple entire systems. Here is an inside look into what experienced IT professionals do when their networks are attacked by viruses.
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Why learning online is an earth-friendly education option
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Are you passionate about preserving the planet? Does it rub you the wrong way when others don't recycle? When offered paper or plastic bags at the grocery store, do you find yourself lecturing the bagboy about the benefits of bringing your own bags? There's nothing wrong with being green. Did you know that you can help the planet simply by earning your degree online?
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Want to know you can land a job after graduation? Try massage therapy
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Students earning a diploma in professional massage therapy have excellent chances of landing a rewarding job in their chosen field upon graduating. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor's 2009-2010 Occupational Outlook Handbook states that employment for massage therapists is expected to increase 20 percent through 2016, faster than average for all occupations.
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Considering a job in criminal justice? Know how technology will affect your career
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Are you obsessed with television shows like "CSI" and "Law and Order"? You're not alone. If you are inspired by "CSI"-type shows and are considering pursuing a criminal justice degree, it is helpful to understand computers and have a background in information technology.
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Five things job-seekers can do to stand out from the crowd
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If you're a job-seeker in today's tight employment market, you know what a challenge you're up against. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced worker who has been affected by the economic downturn, you know that employers who post job openings are flooded with applications, making it difficult to stand out in the crowd.
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Veterans can receive additional benefits for college tuition
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Starting in 2009, veterans and active-duty military who meet certain criteria are eligible to receive more money for college through the Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program. The Yellow Ribbon Program offers students at participating institutions an expansion of tuition benefits currently extended by the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
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