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Networking for Professional Development NoDegree Short Edition

According to the Canadian Networking Survey, 60% of people say that networking has helped them find new clients, referrals, and job opportunities. Understand that networking is all about talking to people, making connections, and developing long term relationships for mutual gain. Allow me to explain it in simple words. How does networking make you productive? At work, networking can increase productivity. It facilitates...

Starting a good podcast on a budget

So you want to start a podcast? What microphone do you get? Where do you host your podcast? How much does it cost? What can you use to edit? These are probably some of the questions that you have. It isn't too difficult to get started. It may seem overwhelming but don't worry. It sounds harder than it is. At it's core, you don't really need much. There are people who record their podcasts on their phones. So the fact that you are...

Security Guard

Security guards are responsible for acting as the eyes and ears that monitor buildings and other areas to protect against disturbances, alarms, trespassers, theft, and violence. Businesses and institutions small and large count on security guards as their first line of defense against incidents which can impact staff and customer safety. Guards can be employed by office buildings, stores, restaurants and clubs,...

I got an interview! Now what?

Do you have an interview coming up? Congrats! 98% of job seekers are rejected before the first interview. How will you prepare for it? A job opening, on average, receives 250 applications. 98% of those applicants are rejected. This means that 245 out of 250 hypothetical applicants will not be considered beyond the resumé stage. 4 out of the 5 remaining candidates will get rejected during the...

Tax Time! The Simple Way (2019)

Its tax time! Many people’s favorite time of year….some people, not so much. All depending on if you owe taxes or if you will receive a refund. Taxes may seem very confusing but it’s rather simple once you understand how it works. I will break down why you receive a refund, why you might owe taxes, how to prevent owing, and easy and cheap ways to file your 2018 tax returns. In the United States...

Welder

Description Welders utilize heat to weld or join different types of metals together. There are different techniques to do so and welders choose the best techniques for the situation. TIG, MIG or Arc welding are some techniques used to weld metals together. Welders also monitor, adjust and maintain welding equipment. Welders work with molten metal and use welding machines to assist them in their line of work....

Glazier

Description A glazier is a person who installs, removes or repairs glass. Glaziers work on cutting, installing and repairing glass in all types of environments. Glaziers install glass in window frames and other surfaces. They work in stores, residential homes, commercial buildings, museums and other environments. They have to follow specific blueprints for each job. The work includes driving specific trucks...

Salary Negotiation - Get Paid What You Are Worth

So, you’ve done it! After many long weeks searching for jobs, applying to as many as humanly possible, or at least the ones you felt would be a good fit for you and the company, going through several rounds of interviews, you have finally received an offer (or several). Now what should you do? The salary may not be as high as you hoped but it is more than your current salary. You don’t have as many...

Renting An Apartment - Finding The Right One

Moving and renting can be extremely exhausting. This is especially true for those attempting to rent in big cities that have very competitive rental environments, such as New York City and Los Angeles. The good news is that you can certainly find your dream rental or at least be on the path to one if you understand the logistics of the rental game. There can be many obstacles preventing someone from renting in their...

Phishing - Don't Let It Happen To You!

What is phishing? The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information. This personal information that is obtained can be things such as passwords or credit card numbers. You yourself have probably received an email or two stating that your bank needs you to verify your info or perhaps that you need to log in to a known...

Hitting Rock Bottom

Life is unpredictable, and sometimes we are dealt a bad financial hand from the start. It is very important to understand what to do when we have hit rock bottom and see no way out. Everyone has the opportunity to be financially free. Here is what you need to know. Hitting rock bottom implies that you are financially exhausted. You are in massive debt and have no way of getting out. It...

Pharmacy Technician

Description A pharmacy technician works under the supervision of a certified pharmacist and assists with tasks. They make sure the labels are correct, measure doses, and mix medications when necessary. Pharmacy technicians dispense medicine and make sure everything is administered in a timely manner. Types Pharmacy technicians can work in several environments. They can...

Tax Preparer

Description Tax preparers are individuals that formulate and file tax returns. They also provide tax advice and guidance for the work performed. Becoming a tax preparer requires adequate knowledge of certain federal tax laws and regulations, as well as adequate state and local laws in which the tax preparer has jurisdiction. Generally a tax preparer will deal with many types of 1040 documents pertaining to...

Commercial Pilot

Description The higher we elevate from the ground the more beautiful and awe-inspiring things seem to be. Next to astronauts, pilots get to experience this first hand. Commercial pilots are those that fly aircrafts to deliver cargo and goods for various companies, or more common-- passengers for major airline companies. Types: Cargo Carriers, Passenger Transport Qualifications/Skills...

Watchmaker

Description When it comes to exceptional craftsmanship there’s not much that can compare to a handcrafted watch with precise movements. Watchmakers and repairers are the ones that create masterpieces such as Rolex and Patek Philippe. These watches can sell for tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars based on the hard work and time that a watchmaker puts into mastering that specific movement....

Firefighter

Description Firefighters are often simply defined as a person who fights fires. Although this is true for the most part, their jobs are more involved than people may realize. On average, a typical fire station is not fighting fires every day; therefore, they respond to various other emergency calls. To become a firefighter a person needs extensive training in EMT and CPR coursework. Requirements vary by state...

Police Officer

Description A police officer is one of the most common aspirations for a young child growing up. Becoming a police officer can be one of the most rewarding professions available, but it is certainly not for everyone. Police officers’ primary objective is to protect and serve the citizens of the area in which they have jurisdiction. “Protect and serve” can be anything from responding to a...

Claims Adjuster

Description A claims adjuster is the person that evaluates an insurance claim to assess the damage and calculate the appropriate settlement. A claims adjuster can be involved in cases that deal with home, auto, injury, and other types of insurances. For example, a claims adjuster on a home insurance case may visit a house that has been damaged and estimate how much money the repairs would cost. This...

Police, Fire and Ambulance Dispatcher

Description A 911 Dispatcher (also known as an Emergency Dispatcher or Public Safety Dispatcher) answers calls and relays information to emergency personnel and other parties. 911 dispatchers take both emergency and non-emergency calls. They are responsible for collecting vital information, entering the information into specific databases, and reporting their findings to the proper authorities so the...

Budgeting – How to Budget and Why You Need to Start Today

Here are some facts from The Federal Reserve (also featured in our Emergency Fund article): 4 in 10 adults would not be able to come up with $400 to cover an unexpected expense without selling something or borrowing money. 1 in 5 adults are not able to pay all of their monthly bills in full. More than 1 in 4 adults skip necessary medical care because they could not afford the costs....

Emergency Fund – How Much Do You Need?

Before discussing what an emergency fund is and why you need one, let’s look at some interesting info. The Federal Reserve published “Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2017” and it contained these facts. 4 in 10 adults would not be able to come up with $400 to cover an unexpected expense without selling something or borrowing money. Over one-fifth of...

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