Golf

Does the U.S. Open have you thinking about golf this Father’s Day?  What about playing Business Golf to advance your career?

With the hype of watching the pros in the U.S. Open or scheduling a tee time to take your dad golfing for Father’s Day, it is easy to forget that golf is actually a business tool.  Whether you are golfing with a coworker, entertaining a client or attending game as a customer, golf is a great way to get ahead in your career.  In fact, being comfortable on the fairway is often considered a necessity in today’s business world.  Here are some tips to use golf to your advantage in your career:

1. Take golf lessons. Whether you are a beginner or you are looking to improve your swing, taking golf lessons is a great idea.  If you find yourself turning down golf invitations from friends or business partners because you are not skilled enough, this may be seriously hurting your career.  You never want to miss out on a golf opportunity, so take the steps needed to learn how to play and improve your golf skills.  Taking golf lessons is also a great place for networking — it’s likely that many of the other people there will be businesspeople in the same situation as you.  Check out Play Golf America.com to find a golf instructor near you. …continue reading Golf

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Jobs for High School Students

High school students are becoming more and more independent, and with this independence comes a need for money. Cell phone bills, gas and car insurance, saving up for college tuition, and extra spending money are on the minds of high school students across the country. Unfortunately, it is not always easy to find jobs for high school students because these young adults need a job that provides a healthy balance between work, school, extracurricular activities and friends. Here are some ideas to help high school students find the ideal job, whether it be part-time, summer work or a summer internship:

Part-Time Jobs for High School Students A full-time job during the school year is almost always out of the question, but maybe you have enough time to work part time while you are still taking classes. Most high school students with part-time jobs work approximately 10-20 hours a week. If you want to work during the school year, look for weekend jobs or jobs that don’t require you to work hours too late at night – …continue reading Jobs for High School Students

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Mother’s Day

Great jobs for moms this Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is a holiday that honors mothers across the world. In the United States, Mother’s Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday of May. Mothers are dedicated and loving individuals and Mother’s Day is a time to thank them for all they do. Mother’s Day also reminds us of all the hard work that is involved in being a great mother. Whether your mother is a stay-at-home mom, has a work-at-home job or is a part-time or full-time working mom, take the time to truly appreciate all their hard work this Mother’s Day. Here are some different job options for moms, as well as the top companies for working mothers. This Mother’s Day, do yourself a favor and look for jobs that accommodate the needs of working mothers.

Work at Home Moms Work-at-home jobs are a good solution for mothers who want to stay at home with their kids but need or want to continue working. Mother’s Day would be a perfect time to speak with your current employer at possible work at home opportunities. Some companies specialize in work-at-home jobs, such as …continue reading Mother’s Day

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Hiring Resources: Job-Seekers

Perfecting your resume, networking and interviews can make looking for a new job very overwhelming.  One way to lessen this stress is to remind yourself that searching for a job is not only about you.  While you are desperately trying to find a job, employers are trying just as hard to find the right person to fill their jobs.  Approaching your job search through the employer’s point of view will give you a better idea of what it is they want from you.  The smart job-seeker should gain a good understanding of the hiring process by considering the following hiring resources and getting inside the mind of the employer.  …continue reading Hiring Resources: Job-Seekers

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Earth Day

Celebrating Earth Day and Environmentally Friendly Companies

Environmental concerns were first brought to the forefront of public and political attention with the establishment of Earth Day on April 22, 1970.  Nationwide demonstrations involving over 20 million participants helped to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues and the need for legislative action.  Earth Day is now celebrated worldwide every year on April 22, with millions of people in hundreds of different countries working together to better our environment.

What can you do to help the environment this Earth Day 2008?  Here are some “green companies” that are environmentally conscious.  Further down the page, you will also find some great Earth Day resources for teachers and parents, such as Earth Day activities for kids. …continue reading Earth Day

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