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Like other fields of science and psychology, the study of animal behavior is constantly evolving. Professionals in the field must work hard to keep up and develop their knowledge and practices over time. There are several certificate options available that can enhance a candidate’s professional credentials. Here are some of the best-known certification programs: American College of Veterinary Behaviorists The American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB) is a professional organization comprising veterinarians who have achieved board certification in the specialty of veterinary behavior....

The Simpsons: Hit & Run brings the concepts of the Grand Theft Auto series to Springfield. Just as the show The Simpsons is known for including fun secrets for attentive viewers, the GameCube version of The Simpsons: Hit & Run has cheat codes that unlock hidden vehicles and other bonus features. These The Simpsons: Hit & Run cheats are exclusively for the Nintendo GameCube. Vivendi Universal Games The Simpsons: Hit & Run Cheat Codes...

One of the biggest investments that goes into opening a new restaurant is the kitchen. A commercial kitchen needs industrial-grade equipment that can withstand busy restaurant use. The layout of a commercial restaurant kitchen must be planned to allow food to flow seamlessly from the prep area to the line. Sometimes a new restaurant has a fabulous location but a small kitchen space, which dictates the kind of kitchen equipment needed....

Each year, open enrollment allows employers to offer group benefits to their employees for a brief time, generally around 30 to 45 days. During this critical window, employees must be informed about the employee benefits they may sign up for, when to do this, and where to enroll. Unfortunately, many human resource teams struggle to communicate the necessary information to employees so they may miss out. Email can be a powerful communication tool for educating employees during open enrollment periods when used right....

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Strong letters of reference are vital for individuals who wish to enter graduate school. When employees decide to further their education—often because they want to increase their value to their employer by learning new skills—they face intense competition not only for a place in a good graduate program, but also for the financial aid resources that they may need to cover the costs of tuition, books, and supplies. If you, as a manager, are asked to provide a reference letter for an employee, keep in mind that the details you provide are going to be important in helping your employee stand out from the other graduate school applicants....

In this increasingly digital world, online portfolios are replacing traditional “books” that advertising creatives take to interviews. But they are not dead. Not yet. Some people still like to look at physical samples, especially if you specialize in product packaging, direct mail, or anything else that a website doesn’t do justice to. So, if you want to create a stunning traditional portfolio, follow these 10 steps. In this increasingly digital world, online portfolios are replacing traditional “books” that advertising creatives take to interviews....

Most enlisted recruiting efforts focus on an occupational model and other benefits, but recruiting material for would-be officers tends to be more ambiguous, focusing on intangible benefits like pride, sense of duty, and prestige. The work can’t get done without outstanding enlisted men and women, but the gap in responsibility between entry-level enlisted and a newly-commissioned lieutenant is wide. If you’re torn between enlisting in the military or becoming a commissioned officer and want the scoop on what’s in it for you, here are a few of the tangible benefits officers enjoy....

If you’re serious about finding a great job in criminology or criminal justice, exciting and rewarding career options exist nearly everywhere. One often overlooked source of amazing careers is in the United States Armed Forces. The U.S. military has a large law enforcement infrastructure that includes both civilian and military police, as well as special investigators. These careers offer opportunities and challenges that careers in the civilian sector don’t. If you’re looking for a unique and demanding career in criminal justice, you want to check out these military law enforcement career profiles....

The “lie detector” test that takes place as part of the employment background investigation is understandably a significant source of anxiety for many aspiring police officers, FBI agents, and other criminal justice career hopefuls. Fortunately, the polygraph doesn’t have to be a stressful experience. Understanding what it is and knowing what to expect can help you feel better about your prospects of passing and help get you one step closer to the perfect criminal justice job....

Some of the names on this list will be entirely unsurprising, linked as they are with the most ubiquitous hit songs of ’80s pop. Others, however, may come as at least a mild shock given their association with other eras or genres that seem completely unrelated. These artists displayed the most consistent hit-making prowess over the course of the ’80s, and accomplished something special 01 of 10 Kenny Rogers Luciano Viti / Getty Images...

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Employee recognition becomes more powerful when you accompany any award or gift with a thank you letter. This is especially important when the recognition you provide is cash, a check, or a gift certificate, but is always appropriate to reinforce employee recognition. While initially rewarding, cash, or a check, once spent, the employee has a short term memory for the dollars he or she received. Consequently, an accompanying thank you letter that enumerates the reasons for the recognition becomes even more important to reinforce the employee’s feeling of recognition....

Science jobs are growing. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that employment in life, physical, and social science jobs are expected to increase 5% between 2019 and 2029—faster than the average for all occupations. Science Career Options These jobs also offer solid salary potential. According to the BLS, the median annual salary for science occupations was $68,160 in May 2019, when the most recent data was calculated. For comparison, the median annual wage for all occupations that same month was $39,810....

Lego Marvel Avengers has cheat codes built-in for unlocking some secret characters and abilities, but you’ll have to have to put in considerable effort if you want to see everything the game has to offer. These cheats work with Lego Marvel Avengers on all platforms including PS4, Xbox, and PC. How to Enter Lego Avengers Cheat Codes Pause the game at any time while playing and select Extras from the pause menu....

We all know that a positive tone and language are highly important when it comes to good customer service, but many retailers still use phrases that may give the wrong image and negatively impact our customers’ shopping experience. The following phrases used in a customer service setting can kill a sale and possibly lose a customer. Here are some sayings retailers should avoid. 01 of 15 I Don’t Know Tom Werner / Getty Images...

Description: Visit Florida’s What If You Were Here Contest is giving you the chance to win a free vacation in Florida. The prize includes a $5,000 gift card for a rental car and airfare, a prize worth about $7,000. Sweepstakes Links: Click Here to Enter this SweepstakesClick Here for the Official Sweepstakes RulesClick Here for the Sweepstakes’ Home Page Note: If the sweepstakes entry link doesn’t work for you, try entering through the home page and looking for a link to the sweepstakes....

Starting a business brings out many different emotions in entrepreneurs, including passion, excitement, and impatience. We have what we think is a great business idea, so we want to get started, hit the ground running, and see progress immediately. It’s often difficult to stop speeding ahead and take the process step-by-step, especially when some of the steps are tedious. However, it’s very important to take time to identify your motivation before starting a business....

One of the biggest areas of concern in the restaurant business is the cost of food. It is ever-changing. One week lettuce might be $10 a case and then the next week drought in California causes it to jump to $50 a case. So how do you keep your food cost in line on your restaurant menu if the price of food jumps up and down? One way is through Market Price, where you routinely change the price of menu items according to the current market, which goes by supply and demand....

Imagine a senior staff committee meeting where the one person responsible for the company’s most valuable and expensive asset was excluded. No one at the senior staff table has as their most significant job responsibility, the welfare and wellbeing of the organization’s employees. You would find this situation utterly ridiculous, right? Yet companies in which the head of Human Resources (HR) doesn’t report to the CEO are doing just that—excluding the voice of the employees, the human resources, from the table....