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Airmen in the Aircraft Armament System handle some of the most delicate weapons systems in the military. They make sure that these weapons can be deployed without danger to aircraft or fellow troops. Aircraft Armament Systems specialists test new weapons systems and load ordnance onto aircraft. It’s up to them to make sure these weapons can launch safely and hit the intended target. The Air Force categorizes this job as Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 2W1X1....

In order to convince your boss to let you telecommute, you might create a telecommuting proposal that emphasizes how you could effectively and highly productively do your job someplace other than the office. To be as persuasive as possible, your proposal should focus on what telecommuting could do for your employer, not for you. Here are some general benefits to employers of allowing workers to telecommute, which most likely apply to your specific situation....

As a small business owner, one of the most vital things you should practice is the aspect of bookkeeping. If you have good financial records, you will be able to manage debts, deposits, and items given on credit by using invoices recorded. Without proper management of all your business finances, you may end up bankrupt before your investment even expands. Many of the most successful business owners in the world contribute part of their success to excellent record keeping....

Given the high costs and investment risks inherent to the construction industry, employers seek the most experienced, credentialed construction managers they can find. So, when applying for a job in construction management, your cover letter should include mention of previous projects, along with any certifications or education you have received. If, however, you are applying for your first construction management position, you should highlight your leadership, communication, and project management skills on the cover letter to garner the employer’s interest....

Orienting employees to their workplaces and their jobs is one of the most neglected functions in many organizations. An employee handbook and piles of paperwork are not sufficient anymore when it comes to welcoming a new employee to your organization. The most frequent complaints about new employee orientation are that it is overwhelming, boring, or that the new employee is left to sink or swim. Employees feel as if the organization dumped too much information on them which they were supposed to understand and implement in much too short of a time period....

Because manufacturing is such a broad field, there are many different manufacturing job titles that include a variety of job descriptions. Manufacturing involves creating new products, either from raw materials or from pre-made components. Due to technological advances reducing the need for workers, this is one of the sectors for which the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment to decline slightly. Types of Manufacturing Jobs Manufacturing jobs can involve the mechanical, physical, or chemical transformation of materials to create these new products....

If you’re Jewish-American, if you practice Transcendental Meditation, or you love going out for Eggs Benedict at your favorite restaurant, then May is the month for you. That’s because May is Jewish-American Heritage Month, Meditation Month, and National Egg Month. More Serious Month of May Events It is also the very serious Awareness of Medical Orphans Month and National Osteoporosis Prevention Month. The United States is very prolific at creating “national month” events....

There are many medical and mental conditions that will disqualify a person from beginning or continuing military service. The disqualifying medical conditions listed in this article include the International Classification of Disease (ICD) codes. These codes are considered the standard and are a common language in the medical industry to classify and monitor injuries. Ramifications of a Disqualifying Neurological Disorder The Department of Defense (DoD) determines the type and severity of a medical condition that are acceptable for a person to join and remain in the military....

Are you resigning from a job as a nurse? What’s the best way to handle your resignation? A letter of resignation is the last impression that you, as an employee, make on your colleagues at work. Just as important as a good first impression, your future job prospects may be adversely affected if you leave behind a negative legacy. With some planning, you can leave your current job and still maintain a positive relationship with your previous supervisor and employer....

When applying for a job as a special education teacher, it’s important to emphasize your education and certifications in your resume. as well as all previous classroom experience. You should also consider preparing a cover letter specifically tailored to the position you’re applying for and the resume you are submitting. Your job application materials will help make the case to the hiring manager that you’re an excellent fit for the job....

Marketing is primarily about communication, and e-commerce communication is much more than merely a collection of words. To understand the communication process on an e-commerce website better, let us break it up into two primary categories: Communicating Effectively Pre-Sales Everything about your website constitutes your communication. Think about it this way: you are expecting the customer to transfer money to you with a few clicks with nothing in return for the time being....

Making a career change usually means investing both your time and money. As with any investment, it’s important to be informed before making a decision to increase your chances of success. Decide if You Need a Career Change B&M Noskowski / Getty Images Before you begin thinking about making a career change, you need to decide whether you actually need one. You may just need to find a new job which isn’t an easy task, but certainly simpler than an entire career makeover....

Training and development managers conduct and supervise development programs for employees. They assess where training is most needed, occasionally conduct the training or hire consultants, and evaluate the effectiveness of the training provided. In addition to enhancing productivity and quality of work, training is widely accepted as a method of improving employee morale and as an opportunity to build loyalty to the organization. But, these are only a few of the reasons for its growing importance....

Entrepreneurs are like artists in a way. We protect what we create. Just like artists get emotionally attached to their art, our products and services are often our babies and we sometimes get emotionally attached to the stuff we’re trying to sell. So much so that sometimes what we’re selling never sees the light of day—because we’re too afraid to bring it to market. Using a minimum viable product philosophy can short-circuit this fear cycle and help you overcome decision fatigue that a lot of entrepreneurs (including me) can find themselves in....

A wholesaler is a company or person that buys products in bulk from manufacturers and sells them to retailers. Whether you want to sell online or from a retail storefront, if you’re not manufacturing products yourself, you have to get products to sell from another source. While you might be able to buy directly from a manufacturer, you’ll most likely buy from a wholesaler. Learn more about wholesalers, what they do, and if they’re right for your business....

As the owner of the rental property, the landlord may believe they have the right to get a tenant to move out whenever they wish. The tenant, however, has signed the lease, giving them the legal right to stay in the rental as long as they follow the terms of the lease and state law. The landlord cannot file for an eviction because they get into a disagreement with the tenant or because the tenant has filed a health or safety complaint with the town....

Marketing your small business is one of the most exciting parts of business ownership. What makes it so exciting is that there isn’t just one way to promote a business. In fact, when you consider all of the possible combinations of marketing activities, there are thousands of ways to get the word out about your small business. And the best part is, you can tailor your marketing activities to what works best for your business....

There are many different types of jobs available for people who want to work overnight hours. If you’re a parent who wants to minimize childcare expenses, a student who takes classes during the day, someone who needs additional income, or a night owl who is most productive after dark, a night job might be the right fit for you. Of course, the right job for you depends on your skills, interests, education, training, and prior experience....

If you’re developing an item for mass production, choosing where and how it’s manufactured is essential to your trajectory and brand as a business. When deciding between manufacturers based in the United States or overseas, there are many consequential factors to consider. Domestic Manufacturing If you have a specialized product that’s in high demand and needs to be delivered reliably on a schedule, domestic sources are probably the best choice for you....

Like it or not, babies have a hold on your life like nothing else. They can send you into a tizzy with their incessant bawling, or they can tug at your heartstrings with their soft cooing. A baby can make you forget your worries, or add to them they so desire. However, you can’t help falling in love with your baby, notwithstanding the smelly diapers. Here are some baby quotes to bring all those beautiful feelings flooding back....