A successful unpaid internship is similar to earning good grades in college. Doing a good job leads to increased opportunities for the future—especially when being evaluated directly against other students or employees. Paid or not, interns get a first-hand look at what it is like to work for an employer in the real world. For those who may not be able to afford the expenses associated with an unpaid internship, there are ways to receive funding....
C.S. Lewis once said “a children’s story which is enjoyed only by children is a bad children’s story,” and as usual, Mr. Lewis was being brilliant. While there are certainly stories designed solely for young minds that most adults will find a bit tedious (most adults presumably already know that very hungry caterpillars become very beautiful butterflies), many of the books that are designated “for children” are actually fine stories that are appropriate for kids....
Even though the unemployment rate is dropping and the economy is creating jobs, there are still millions of people out of work in the U.S. For many of those who are unemployed, the length of time out of work is only increasing. As the duration of unemployment increases, the challenges of finding work increase and, as a result, it can become harder to get hired. What Is Long-Term Unemployment? The U....
Which came first, the birdie or the eagle? In golf history, the scoring term “birdie” entered the golf lexicon first, around the dawn of the 20th century, and “eagle” soon followed. But do we know exactly when and where those golf terms arose? In the case of “birdie,” the answer is yes. Key Takeaways A birdie in golf is 1-under par on a particular hole, an eagle is 2-under par on a hole....
TV news directors manage television station news departments and staff to ensure the accurate, timely delivery of news. They plan news broadcasts by determining and scheduling all of the content that goes live. TV news directors are in charge of quality control, as they monitor stories for accuracy and ensure that broadcasting rules and regulations are followed. Because this position is so demanding, many TV news directors only stay at a station for a couple of years....
When you sign up on a social networking or blogging site, you find a corner that is usually titled: “About Me”. In this space, you are expected to introduce yourself to the world: who you are and how you define yourself. While usually, you have no problem rambling on about yourself, you somehow feel disconcerted when you have to pen a few words to describe yourself. What do you write? How do you put it in eloquent words?...
TFW is internet slang for “that feel when,” “that feeling when,” or “that face when,” and is used to convey emotions about something. Maybe you spotted TFW in a social media post, a comment, or a text, followed by a phrase. It’s a popular saying on social media, and no, it’s not always grammatically correct. How TFW Is Used People typically use TFW to convey some kind of emotion or feeling in any given context that’s relatable enough for other people online to know exactly what you mean, yet while still remaining open-ended enough that they can come up with their own interpretation of it....
According to a FlexJobs survey, 4.7 million U.S. workers now work from home at least half the time. Other research has shown that remote workers are healthier, more productive, more satisfied with their jobs and may even make more money. It is no surprise that most telecommuters want to continue working from home—98% say they wanted to continue working remotely. Want to join this happy remote workforce? The good news is that you probably already possess many soft skills that can help you get hired for a remote job and excel in your new role....
What sets the Baby Boomer generation apart in the workplace from the Traditionalists that preceded them and the generations that followed them? The Baby Boomers Generation Baby boomers were born between 1946 and 1964. The oldest the 79 million Baby Boomers reached age 65 in 2011 and the youngest will get there by 2029. Following World War II, the average age of marriage dropped, and the number of children increased dramatically, making the Baby Boomer generation substantially larger than the Traditionalists....
There are many ways to join the military, but the most common option is to serve in the active duty ranks where you are a full-time military member of one of several branches of service. Once you leave active duty, it’s generally understood that that’s it—your military days are over, and a life in the civilian world awaits you. But what if some major world event happened? Could you be recalled back into active duty service?...
Family law is a practice area that encompasses the many legal issues that families may face. Some of the issues they may cover include divorce cases and spousal and child support issues. They may also work with: Child custodyDivision of assets and liabilities due to divorceAdoptionTermination of parental rightsPaternityDependency and child neglectProtection from abuse Practicing in the Area of Family Law In family law, you can be more than a lawyer assessing and advising a client on their legal rights....
Have you ever noticed how much money you spend on doing your laundry? The cost of doing laundry is one of those household expenses that has gradually increased over the years. One reason we may not notice how much we spend on doing the laundry is because of all the different variables that are added into the final cost, including: The type and the age of the washer and dryer usedThe average of how many loads of laundry are washed weekly...
Consent decrees seem to be more common today, but maybe it’s because they are being used often in police use of violence matters, as in recent instances in Chicago and Baltimore. They’ve been around since Medieval times, and they have been used in antitrust cases, civil rights violations, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) violations, employment discrimination, and environmental law. But don’t assume that consent decrees only affect big businesses or governmental entities....
A tenant’s rent should be due on the same date each month. The rent due date should clearly be spelled out in the lease agreement. Here are the benefits of a set day for collecting rent and why allowing a grace period may actually be a good thing. 3 Reasons to Set a Date to Collect Rent Establish Routine: If there is no deadline, there is no incentive to pay. Tenants will prioritize the bills that have a set due date....
Magazines can be an excellent place to find coupons. Many times, the coupons found in magazines have a longer time period before expiring compared to coupons from newspaper inserts. Also, the magazine coupons tend to be more seasonal. For example, coupons for food products used in popular winter holiday recipes show up in October and November issues. Magazines are written for a specific interest and the coupons in the magazines usually relate to the topic of the magazine....
01 of 09 Make Sure You Planned Ahead for Showing Day Maskot/Getty Images From the first interview with your buyer prospects to the opening of your car door, have you done the right planning for your showing day? Are you showing them FSBO’s as well as MLS listings under a buyer representation agreement? Do you have a firm grasp of their requirements? Have you made a final check of the recent MLS activity (hot sheet) to be sure that all of today’s homes are still on the market and are at the prices you have with you?...
In an increasingly visual and free Internet, it can be challenging to find ways to effectively reach your market and entice them to buy. Today, giving away content to attract prospects to learn about you enough to do business is an effective marketing method. While article marketing and being a guest on podcasts are great options, hosting a webinar offers a great opportunity to not only share your expertise, but also interact more directly and personally with your market to build trust and rapport....
Are you making the most of your iPad? With these tips, you will save time, save batteries and most of all, save your sanity! From getting Siri to really listen to syncing your podcast across devices, these are our favorite under-appreciated iPad and iPhone tricks. 01 of 11 Get Siri to Really Listen Bernhard Lang / Stone / Getty Images iOS 8 has provided the iPad with a number of great enhancements, including the ability to summon personal assistant Siri with just the voice command: “Hey Siri....
If you’re applying for a position as a market research analyst, you’ll want to demonstrate that you have the research, analytical, and other skills required for market researchers outlined in your cover letter. Since this position calls for analyzing data to find areas of improvement, ranging from increasing ad impressions to driving sales conversions, it will be helpful if you provide examples of instances when you have spearheaded projects or initiatives that generated or saved money or made other powerful contributions to the company....
Progressive discipline is a process for dealing with job-related behavior that does not meet expected and communicated performance standards. The primary purpose of progressive discipline is to assist the employee to understand that a performance problem or opportunity for improvement exists. The process features a series of increasingly formal efforts to provide feedback to the employee so that he or she can correct the problem. The goal of progressive discipline is to get the employee’s attention so that he or she understands that employee performance improvement is essential if they want to remain employed....
