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Businesses love to honor veterans and military members on Veterans Day each year, and this year the list is even bigger than ever. Veterans Day freebies often include free meals, haircuts, car washes, oil changes, a free night at a bed and breakfast, free entrance to national parks, and free admission to many museums, theme parks, and zoos. At the bottom of the list are some Veterans Day discounts to popular stores like Walgreens, Target, and Publix....

Americans of all ages and income brackets continue to grow increasingly unhappy at work—a long-term trend that should seriously concern employers, according to a report by The Conference Board. The report, based on a survey of 5,000 U.S. households conducted for “The Conference Board by TNS,” finds only 45% of those surveyed say that they are satisfied with their jobs, down from 61.1% in 1987, the first year in which the survey was conducted....

Most, if not all, college students share the same goal. Upon completing their degrees, if not going on to attain even higher levels of education, they want to pursue careers. Most colleges and universities have a career services office, which may be alternatively called a career center, career placement office, or career office. Regardless of the name, this office provides a variety of services to help students (and often alumni) meet that goal....

Water treatment specialists in the Army do what their job title describes. They make sure water is safe to drink both for fellow soldiers and for people in the areas where the Army is deployed. Waterborne illnesses are still among the most deadly and widespread in the developing world and are even present in parts of the U.S. This hazard is especially true following natural disasters such as floods and hurricanes....

Even in boom times, job security is never truly assured. Add a shifting economy to the picture, however, and you have a recipe for some serious career anxiety. If you’ve been laid off before, perhaps during a downturn, you may be even more concerned about losing your job. Obviously, you can’t control the economy or your employer’s personnel decisions. But you’re not totally without options, either. If you think that a layoff may be coming to your organization soon, start preparing now by taking the following steps to protect yourself and your career....

Dreaming of Broadway fame? You’re very likely going to need some post-high school training. Although a number of big-name musical stars have made it without a degree (see below), an increasingly large number of the top names in musical theater came up through a handful of top-notch undergraduate and graduate programs. Now, I can hardly claim to be an impartial observer here: I teach at The Boston Conservatory, which ranks among the best of these programs....

Are you looking for a job that promotes work/life balance, that treasures your contribution, and that is all about giving back? Then a nonprofit job might be right for you. I went looking for clues as to why nonprofit jobs are popular and found them in the Best Nonprofits To Work For, published annually by the NonProfit Times. Year after year, the essential characteristics of highly ranked nonprofits remain remarkably consistent....

Imagine going to bed at night and waking up the next morning with money in the bank. It might sound like pie-in-the-sky or a scam, but in fact, it is possible to create a home business that works for you even while you’re sleeping, spending time with family, or doing any other activity. What Is Passive Income? Often referred to passive income, the term is a bit of misnomer. Yes, you can make money while you sleep, but it’s not as simple as set-it-and-forget-it....

Returning to work after maternity leave or after spending a few years at home with the kids is a big transition period with many changes to manage. There are several strategies worth keeping in mind so you feel in control and competent. Create Packing Lists for You and Your Baby You will quickly learn that if you have a list of things to pack, you’ll feel more confident and less stressed in the morning....

Construction insurances are required for every single construction project. In many instances, it is a requirement to have some sort of specific coverage in order to be awarded. Construction insurances can provide coverage for material, risks, natural disasters, employees, and even your own business. However, the insurance industry along with the construction industry is always looking to comprehend and provide the latest coverage of every single and unique situation. There are many instances that property owners or project developers will require you to get some of these in order to be qualified to participate in their bidding process....

In the Marine Corps, jobs or Marine Occupational Specialties (MOS) are divided into career fields. For those who work with aviation (helicopters, planes, other), the career field designations are OccFlds 60/61/62 as you will see below. The aviation MOS is the 6000 field. The first two numbers designate the three primary position such as mechanic (60), helicopters (61), and fixed wing aircraft (62). About Occupational Fields The aircraft maintenance occupational fields include direct and indirect support of the total air frames and power plant package of all aviation aircraft weapons systems....

Description: Enter Buckmasters’ Cajun Whitetail Dream Hunt Giveaway and you could win a free all-expenses paid trip to go on a hunt including room and board and travel costs. 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....

Although it doesn’t support cheats codes like the PC version, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on PlayStation 3 has its fair share of trophies and secrets to unlock in both single-player and multiplayer modes. These cheats are for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on PS3, but some information may also apply to versions for other platforms. How to Get the M.O.A.B. To receive the Mother Of All Bombs (M....

You may not have started out as a business leader when you opened your small business, but it is probably a skill you will need to develop as you move forward. Without business leadership, your small business ship will circle aimlessly and eventually run out of power. Effective business leadership demands a captain of the ship, not just someone who’s standing by the helm. Leadership is active, not passive. Traits of a Business Leader...

Many people think that the goal-setting portion of the performance appraisal system interferes with the effectiveness of the overall process, which is why they often don’t work. However, the goal-setting process, in and of itself, is not really the problem. The problem is that people set too many goals, and then, they micromanage the “how-to-do” of the employee accomplishing the goals. What should happen, in contrast, is, each employee should have broad, thoughtful goals that zero in on the most important requirements the organization needs to acquire from their contribution....

Preparing Thanksgiving dinner is a major undertaking, so it’s only natural that some things are going to go wrong along the way. Maybe even big things. But don’t flip out or freak out, if things start to go sideways. Most Thanksgiving mishaps are easy to fix. Just keep your cool and turn to these tricks. 01 of 10 The Turkey Is Still Frozen Thawing Turkey. James Baigrie/Photolibrary/Getty Images Discovering that your turkey is still frozen — or partially frozen — Thanksgiving morning may not be the best start to the day, but it’s not as big a problem as you may think....

03 of 06 Gather Your Documents Together portishead1/Getty Images It is now almost time to start chasing paid opportunities. Gather together your best reviews—the ones in which your prose just flows, and your passion is evident. Format them attractively and save them as a PDF. Also, if this particular review is on a website, save the URL, too, as some book reviewing jobs ask for links. Next, prepare a resume focusing first on your book reviewing credits and skills, and second on your other writing credits and skills....

“Chapman System” is the name of a 2-person team competition format for golfers that works like this: Both golfers on the side hit drives; Each plays the other’s ball for the second shots; The best of the second shots is selected, and from there the two partners play alternate shot into the hole. Chapman can be played at match play by one two-person team against another (either in a tournament setting or as wagering format), or used as a stroke-play tournament format....

Real estate agents and brokers are self-employed independent contractors in most cases. Effective use of your time is critical to financial success. Learn the top time-wasting activities and how to avoid them. 01 of 05 Starting the Day Without a Plan A plan, in this case, is much more than just “What do I do today?” This is your business, and it’s incumbent upon you to have a detailed plan for the activities necessary for success....

A rider is an addition to a contract. In the performing world, a rider specifies an artist’s requirements when performing at a venue. It may include specific expectations when it comes to hospitality, security, and technical equipment. Learn more about riders and how they work. What Is a Rider? You might have heard about riders that seem extravagant, and some are. In general, though, riders are a standard addition to a performing contract....