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At the Doorstep of Change
Women's financial health. It's certainly not a new topic. In fact, the concept gains more and more interest each year as millions of baby boom women get closer and closer to retirement.
Corporate Travelers Seek out the Personal Touch at Bed & Breakfast Inns
Matt Gill spends at least part of most weeks on the road in his job as a consultant for a multi-national technology consulting company. But instead of checking into the nearest chain hotel, Gill seeks out local bed & breakfast inns as his home away from home.
Defined Benefit Plans: Breathing New Life into a Coveted Benefit
Mention Defined Benefit Plan to most employees and their reaction is "wouldn't that be nice." Defined benefit plans -- where employers set aside money in a retirement plan that guarantees benefits after a certain number of years of service -- have been in rapid decline for more than a decade.
Empower Yourself to Get a Degree
In today's changing workforce, many adults are assessing their current work environment to determine areas for growth and development. Many believe that returning to school to obtain a degree will not only increase their skills and knowledge but also position them for advancement within their company.
Helping Injured Workers Get Back on the Job Faster
Getting hurt on the job is the last thing most people think of when they head into work each morning, but it happens more often than you think. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there were 4.7 million workplace injuries and illnesses reported in 2002.
Home and Office: Network Security in the Internet Age
With broadband Internet connections now running in more than 50 percent of American homes and making significant inroads in small and medium businesses, the threat of malicious viruses, hacker attacks and other forms of Internet mischief has never been greater.
Illiteracy: A Hidden Problem
If you can read this, chances are you underestimate the problem of illiteracy and feel you don't know how to help. "Reading is the gateway to better jobs, higher pay, and a better quality of life," says Marsha Tait, senior vice president of ProLiteracy Worldwide.
Is Your Job Moving Overseas?
Professional chefs may not always agree on the best way to prepare foie gras, but almost all will tell you that it takes more than being a good cook to have a successful culinary career.
Job Hunting: It's Like a Job, Only Harder
For recent college graduates or professionals beginning a new job search, a job hunt can be an exhausting process. One of the reasons is that, according to the experts, to be successful in your job search, you have to "market" yourself, and many people just don't know how.
Register in Advance Voter Registration Campaign Aims for More Than 50,000 New Voters in November
On the playing field, NFL Running Back Stephen Davis is determined to let nothing get between him and the end zone. It's what makes him good for his team, the Carolina Panthers, and a hero to his fans.
Rewarding Careers in Animation Can Take a Nontraditional Route
When two huge oil rigs slammed into each other during Hurricane Andrew in 1992, the question was, "Which owner would have to foot the expensive bill for repairs?"
The Debit Card Revolution
In 1951, the first bank credit card was issued and America quickly fell in love with plastic. Sure, there were some fees and interest charges, but living on "pay later" credit became a financial lifestyle for millions.
Using the Web to Enhance Your Career
The Internet has fast become a part of daily life for most Americans. From e-mail to message boards, the Web allows us to communicate as never before. And millions are using it to find new careers as well. You can research occupations and find out about industry growth and decline.
