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10Apr

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How Teens Can Start a Tattooing Career

April 10, 20250 comment

If you spent all your free time drawing while growing up, becoming a tattoo artist might be the perfect option for taking your passion to a new canvas: real people!  However, tattooing requires a lot of skill and a deep understanding of how to keep your clients and yourself safe (since…

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31Mar

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Exploring Careers in Public Health and Environmental Safety

March 31, 20250 comment

Public health and environmental safety careers are becoming more important as health risks continue to rise. Pollution, toxic chemicals, and workplace hazards threaten millions of people every day.  Who is responsible for keeping communities safe from these dangers? Many professionals work in government agencies, non-profits, and private industries to reduce risks.…

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16Mar

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The Career Benefits of Adding Ultrasound Skills to Your Medical Expertise

March 16, 20250 comment

The medical field moves fast. To stay ahead, you need skills that make a difference. If you're a doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider, adding ultrasound to your expertise can boost your career and improve patient care.   Learning ultrasound lets you make quick decisions, depend less on outside imaging, and provide…

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10Mar

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Want to Advocate for Positive Change? Consider These 3 Career Options

March 10, 20250 comment

Madam C.J. Walker was born on a plantation in Louisiana in 1867. One of six children, she was orphaned at age seven and worked in the cotton fields with her sister. Saying life was hard is an understatement. Yet, Walker worked hard to fight her way out of poverty. An advocate…

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10Mar

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Why Safety Training Is the First Step to a Thriving Career in Construction

March 10, 20250 comment

A career in construction offers more than just a paycheck. Seeing a project come to life because of your hard work is incredibly rewarding. But let’s not sugarcoat it — construction is a risky business. In fact, it’s one of the most dangerous industries out there. You’ve probably heard the stats…

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09Mar

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Can an Accelerated College Course Help You Find a Job Faster?

March 9, 20250 comment

Last year, Gallup organized a survey to understand the state of college education in the US. Surprisingly, 32% of respondents claimed they have negligible trust in higher education, denoting a sharp fall from 2015. A decade ago, over 50% of people reported positive feelings toward pursuing a college degree. The volatile…

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07Mar

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3 Career Ideas for Teens With a Curious and Scientific Bent of Mind

March 7, 20250 comment

While growing up, we often read about scientists and researchers who make magical things in their laboratories. Children’s books and flashcards are full of stories about how curiosity and science make things happen. However, when it comes down to choosing a real-life career, it may not seem practical. Let’s get honest.…

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28Feb

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How Small Businesses Can Compete for Top Talent Online

February 28, 20250 comment

Hiring great employees used to be as simple as posting a job ad in the newspaper or hanging a "We're Hiring" sign in the window. But today, everything happens online, and small businesses often struggle to compete with big corporations that dominate job boards and social media. You might not have…

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20Feb

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Bartending in the United States: How Old Do You Have To Bo To Be A Bartender

February 20, 20250 comment

Have you ever caught the bartending bug, dreaming of swirling your own signature cocktails and mastering the perfect pour? If so, one of the first questions you’ll need to answer is how old you have to be before stepping behind the bar. In the United States, there’s no one-size-fits-all rule—some states…

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19Feb

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Improving Your Digital Skills for Success in Today’s Job Market

February 19, 20250 comment

Today, there are countless careers that require at the very least a workable digital skillset. For people entering the job market, choosing some digital skills and becoming proficient or experts in them can be exactly the sort of boost that will set you apart from other applicants. Even for jobs that…

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