Lifestyle & Trends - Business & Career

How online education can help working parents

Whether you're a single parent or married, raising kids who are healthy, happy, educated and disciplined is a full-time job. As a parent, you have to give up doing things you want to do for yourself in order to make sure your kids have your undivided attention whenever they can. Fortunately, parents who want to return to school now have more opportunity to do so, thanks to the flexibility and convenience offered by online education outlets. Read More

On the road for business? Corporate housing can provide the comforts of home

Megan Torrance of Sarasota, Fla., loved life as a consultant despite being on the road four to five days each week for months on end. Rather than staying in an extended stay hotel, Torrance's company placed her in a furnished apartment known as corporate housing. <br/> Read More

Five ways to get your local business listed online

As a small-business owner, with a small budget and limited resources, you may wonder: How can I boost my online visibility without spending a lot of time or money? And in a way that will actually bring business through the shop door? You need to learn about local Internet marketing. Read More

Emerging careers in science and health care

Growth in technology is contributing to career options at an increasing rate. Ten of the 20 fastest-growing careers are health care-related, with 26 percent of all new jobs created falling into this category, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's "Career Guide to Industries, 2010-11 Edition." New career possibilities are opening for individuals with vocational training, college diplomas and advanced degrees. Read More

Why should you attend Web design conferences?

Given the popularity of web design conferences, expensive instructional events, many in the industry have begun to consider three important questions. Read More

Why learning online is an earth-friendly education option

Are you passionate about preserving the planet? Does it rub you the wrong way when others don't recycle? When offered paper or plastic bags at the grocery store, do you find yourself lecturing the bagboy about the benefits of bringing your own bags? There's nothing wrong with being green. Did you know that you can help the planet simply by earning your degree online? Read More

Discover the possibilities of a digital media production degree

The key to finding success in digital media production is to stay up-to-date on the technological advancements in the field. Read More

Do you need extra auto insurance for the business equipment in your car?

Here's a question that comes up often for people who do a lot of driving as part of their job. Do I need extra insurance for the laptop, copy machine and other equipment I carry with me in the car? Read More

College students: Take 5 steps to jump-start your career

Each year a new crop of students graduates from colleges and universities, and joins the millions of unemployed across the nation in seeking work. To prepare for life after graduation, there are steps college students can take to bolster their appeal in the job market. Read More

Five things small businesses can do to make marketing pay off

In shaky economies, companies that invest in their marketing often come out on top. But for small business, making these investments often feels risky. Not only are time and resources tight, many small business owners feel they lack the knowledge to make the marketing choices that provide a return. In fact, figuring out "what works" is the top marketing concern for nearly 80 percent of small business owners. Read More

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