Advanced education opportunities come in many different forms, ranging from pursuing an associate degree, or bachelors, masters, or doctorate. A census published by the New York Times in 2012 stated that thirty percent of people over the age of twenty-five in the United States hold a bachelor’s degree, and nearly eleven percent of people hold a graduate degree. Do these advanced degrees lead to increased career opportunities? Some would say yes, while others point to a proven work experien...

Though circumstances can sometimes make you miserable, happiness is mostly a state of mind. Unfortunately, people tend to wear an emotional mask when dealing with situations and people in their lives, leading to suffering and pain. You may not notice it, but these seemingly petty mistakes can eventually turn into habits that will certainly keep you from happiness. Hoping to change your life without changing the way you think and act is futile. My Life Sucks – Now What Do I Do?...

As an employee, the company that you work for has a responsibility to provide a safe working environment for you. When you sustain an injury, it can seem overwhelming to deal with all the medical treatments and the potential job loss. However, worker’s compensation can fill in that gap for you. There is a lot of crazy information about worker’s compensation out there, so here are a few things that you should know. What is Workers’ Compensation? Worker’s compensation...

Taking your career to the next level may be at the top of your list of goals for the near future. However, you may be aware that many people who climb the corporate ladder step on people’s toes often and even ruin relationships along the way. The last thing you want is to generate ill will or to lose friendships and professional relationships that you have nurtured up until now. These are effective ways to improve your career opportunities without taking a ruthless approach that generates...

Starting your own business is exhilarating. But it’s also difficult. You need business-sense, intelligence, and a high tolerance for risk. Failing to plan can derail your business before starts. So here are a few steps that you need to make sure you don’t slack on or skip. Define Your Business Create a description of your business. It’s not enough to say you want to start a store. Instead, get specific about what you’re doing. “I want to open a clothing store...