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Accountants enjoy a solid job outlook and wages that are well above the median earnings for American workers. If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and organizing statements and records, you might find your dream job in the accounting world. There are many accounting positions to choose from, including accountant, auditor, comptroller, bookkeeper, accounting clerk, and more. All of these positions require a core group of similar skills. Accountant Job Responsibilities...

Every hospital, outpatient clinic, and blood drive require a minimum number of credentialed phlebotomists on staff. As advances in medical research and treatment continue to grow, the healthcare industry needs more phlebotomists. It is one of the careers with the brightest outlook in the United States. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow 17% from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations....

When leaving a job, whether your employer fired you or you finally decided to quit the one you’ve hated for a while, your anger may threaten to take over. However tempting it may be, this is not the time to get revenge. While it may feel good at the moment, it can damage your professional reputation and have long-term consequences. These are five things you should never do: Don’t Tell Your Boss and Coworkers Off … Even If They Deserve It Telling your miserable boss and coworkers what you think of them will probably feel great, but refrain from doing that....

While frivolous lawsuits aren’t uncommon in today’s litigious environment, some stand out because they are so preposterous. Here are seven examples. 01 of 07 The $67 Million Pants Bryan Mullennix / Getty Images. In 2005, an administrative law judge in Washington D.C. took a pair of pants to a local dry cleaner for alterations. When the judge went to retrieve the pants a few days later, he discovered they weren’t there....

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Slips and falls are a frequent cause of injuries sustained by employees and customers of small businesses. Such injuries are a leading cause of workers compensation and general liability claims. Costs of Slips and Falls Slips and falls can occur in your office, at your manufacturing plant, at a job site, in customer areas, or virtually anywhere else you conduct business. The victim may be an employee, a customer, or another third party....

If reading the paper is your usual morning habit, and if the money pages are one of your favorite sections, then think about putting the two together—save money on your newspapers, too. If you purchase your papers at the local newsstand, then you are paying top price for that newspaper every day. A subscription is a great way to go. And, if you already have a subscription, you still may be paying too much for the daily paper....

If you are a tenant in Nevada, you have likely given your landlord a security depositin order to rent the apartment. Did you know that there are certain security deposit rules that both landlords and tenants must follow under Nevada’s landlord-tenant law? Here are nine basics you should be familiar with. Security Deposit Maximum in Nevada Nevada does place a limit on the amount a landlord can charge for a security deposit....

In the U.S. Military services, rank determines who gets to tell whom what to do. The higher one’s rank, the more authority, and responsibility they have. U.S. Military personnel fall into one of three categories: Enlisted members—E1 through E9 Warrant officers—W1 through W5 Commissioned Officers—O1 through O10 Warrant officers outrank all enlisted members, and commissioned officers outrank all warrant officers and enlisted members. Also, not all branches have warrant officers....

A franchise owner of The Little Gym once asked, “What could be better than improving the life of a child?” If you’re thinking that you want to be your own boss, if you like making kids happy, and if you’re looking for a rewarding experience, a Little Gym franchise might be right for you. This can be an amazing opportunity if you love working with children. About The Little Gym Franchise...

The Excluded Parties List System (EPLS) was a database maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). The GSA is an independent U.S. government agency, established in 1949, to help manage Federal agencies. The EPLS identified suppliers and vendors that were excluded from receiving Federal contracts, certain subcontracts, and some types of Federal financial and non-financial assistance. On November 21, 2012, the EPLS was replaced by the System for Award Management (SAM)....

Smart employers use an application for employment that is filled out by every candidate for a particular job. Employers worldwide use the application to gather consistent data about prospective employees. Giving Employers What They Need The format for resumes and cover letters changes from person to person and each candidate’s approach to these documents is notably different. For example, a resume may not share the dates of employment, the names of supervisors, the location of the employer, or the educational background of a candidate....

You know your HR department as the people who hired you, the people who give you gobs of paperwork to fill out, and the people who might fire you if you’re underperforming or the business needs a change. As such, many people feel like avoiding HR is the best path to success—stay off their radar and all will be good. However, did you know that your HR department can help employees who need career development and help with so much more?...

Landlord/tenant laws can vary a bit from state to state. One specific area of concern to tenants often involves guidelines for security deposits. The Illinois landlord/tenant code includes six basic rules for deposits, and they’re somewhat generous compared to rules in place in other jurisdictions—at least for landlords. The Illinois Security Deposit Limit The state of Illinois doesn’t set a limit on the maximum amount a landlord can collect from a tenant as a security deposit, even for subsidized housing....

More than a mere talk show host, Oprah Winfrey is an award-winning actress and producer, a media mogul, and a philanthropist. Many people count her among the most influential women internationally. The larger-than-life success, fame, and fortune Oprah enjoys today did not come easy, however; she had much to overcome. But it’s clear to see how her childhood shaped the woman she would become. Her story begins in 1950s-era Mississippi....

Women’s artistic gymnastics is the most popular form of gymnastics in the United States. According to the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA), there are approximately 4.5 million artistic gymnasts in the United States, and 71% of them are female. Of those girls and women, approximately 67,000 compete in the US Junior Olympic program, while others participate in AAU, YMCA or other programs. The History The first women competed in artistic gymnastics in the 1928 Olympics....

If you’re the analytical type, fascinated by the world around you, then an economics major might be a good choice for you. A degree in economics can help you get started in many areas, including public policy and finance. You can use an economics degree to study industry trends, labor markets, the prospects for individual companies, and the forces that drive the economy. Top Skills Economics Majors Have Economics majors learn to gather, organize, and interpret data, using mathematical formulas and statistics to make calculations....

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Defense Base Act insurance covers civilian employees working in foreign countries in support of the military. It’s a type of workers’ compensation insurance, and it applies to employees regardless of their nationality. Learn more about Defense Base Act insurance and how it works. What Is Defense Base Act Insurance? Federal contractors that employ workers on military bases outside the United States or on foreign public work contracts may be subject to a federal law called the Defense Base Act (DBA)....