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• Could Facebook Prevent You From Getting Your Dream Job?

  Written on July 4, 2011 by Sarah Ward

  It was announced recently that an organization called Social Intelligence, which archives Facebook posts, can now delve into your personal thumbprint on Facebook for job background checks. Social Intelligence would be on the lookout for your involvement with illegal activity, racist comments, or sexually explicit content. This information can stay on file for 7 years and potentially harm your job search. Continue reading →

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  Category: Career, Crazy
  Tags: career, career tips, earn your degree, technology

• How Choosing a Major is Like Choosing a Tattoo

  Written on June 21, 2011 by Sarah Ward

  When you have your whole life ahead of you, it can be a daunting task to figure out what you want to do with it. If you’re trying to figure out what you want to major in at college, the process of choosing a tattoo design bears remarkable similarities to that of choosing a major. Today we’re sharing 7 tips that will help you in your challenging decision-making process. Continue reading →

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  Category: How To, On Campus, Online College
  Tags: choose a college major, college degree, continuing education, earn your degree

• Is Work / Life Balance Possible for a Mother?

  Written on April 11, 2011 by Lisa J. Peck

  I have been so excited. My husband finally got a job out of the house. That means the kids are home with me. I wanted that. I have two younger kids that need my attention and the best way for me to give it to them is for me to be the one home adoring them. BUT, as I realized the first day my husband was gone, that means I am the one doing everything. Naturally, I am not giving up my job as business coach nor am I going to stop writing and speaking so how to balance it all? Continue reading →

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  Category: Career, Expert Articles, Life, Student Health
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• Thinking About Dropping Out of College?

  Written on February 21, 2011 by Sarah Ward

  When you’re getting bad grades, feeling uninspired in class, struggling to make ends meet, and running on empty from the workload and college stress, it’s natural to consider dropping out of college. Before you make any big life decisions, here’s some things to consider if you’re thinking about dropping out of college. Continue reading →

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  Category: Art & Design, Beauty, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Financial Aid
  Tags: college stress, criminal justice, culinary arts, earn your degree, financial aid, massage therapy, motivation

• Best Online Colleges for 2011: Strayer University

  Written on August 27, 2010 by Sarah Ward

  Strayer courses and curricula are designed with working professionals like you in mind. With professors who have real-life experience, the new concepts you learn can be immediately implemented on the job. From admission to graduation, Strayer has a helpful support staff available to guide you through selecting classes, financing your education, helping you find the resources you need, and charting your career path as you earn your degree.
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• Best Online Colleges for 2011: Liberty University Online

  Written on August 26, 2010 by Sarah Ward

  When balancing your family life, professional ventures, and ministry work, Liberty University Online provides a flexible school environment to help you stay balanced as you earn your degree. LU Online is the largest Christian university and offers degree types from associate to doctorate degrees in areas such as business, education, counseling, criminal justice, nursing, and religion. Continue reading →

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• Best Online Colleges for 2011: Kaplan University Online

  Written on by Sarah Ward

  When you earn your degree online with Kaplan University Online, you can fit school to your schedule instead of the other way around. Anywhere you have internet access becomes your classroom with classes available online 24/7. Kaplan University Online hires influential professionals that are practicing experts in their field. Kaplan provides unique ways for its students to put their knowledge to the test through online quizzes, seminars, and even online field trips. Continue reading →

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• Best Online Colleges for 2011: Everest University Online

  Written on August 20, 2010 by Sarah Ward

  In the online classroom environment, students have the opportunity to interact and learn from each other for an enhanced educational experience. Everest keeps class sizes small for valuable interaction and support from professors. Thanks to professional faculty with real-life experience, students glean insights that wouldn’t be found in text books. Continue reading →

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• Best Online Colleges for 2011: Colorado Technical University - Online (CTU Online)

  Written on by Sarah Ward

  With CTU Online, you’ll be able to get the one-to-one attention you need to achieve your educational goals. Even if your stationed abroad on an aircraft carrier, you can work on our online degree from wherever you have access to the internet. The simple act of working on your degree while involved in active service can help promote you within the military, Army, or Navy, with military promotion points. Continue reading →

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• Best Online Colleges for 2011: Ashford University

  Written on August 19, 2010 by Sarah Ward

  Working adults and stay-at-home moms are among the type of students Ashford University’s flexible online classes attract. With the flexibility that comes with attending college online, students can still fulfill their financial and family responsibilities while cultivating important life skills. Continue reading →

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  Category: Online Education
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