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Jul 20 2009

After a Layoff: Evaluating Your Health Insurance Options

Published by Jennifer under Layoffs

(ARA) – As the economy continues to struggle, an increasing number of people are faced with the unfortunate prospect of losing their job. The numbers are startling — by February 2009, the U.S. unemployment rate had risen to 8.1 percent and the number of unemployed Americans had increased by 5 million over the last year.
One [...]

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Jul 07 2009

Jobs for the Future: The Automotive Industry

Published by Jennifer under Careers

(ARA) – Widespread unemployment has made job security a priority for many families. Amid rising job uncertainty, the automotive industry has a variety of opportunities for those interested in a hands-on, service-oriented career.
“The automotive industry usually makes the news when it comes to manufacturing job loss. This gives the impression that good automotive jobs are [...]

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Jul 03 2009

Top job for today: better sleep

Published by Jennifer under Business Tips

Career expert: work awaits the well-rested who leverage technology, self promotion
(ARA) – Job No. 1 for the American worker? Better sleep.
With so many Americans unemployed — 5.3 million joined the jobless rolls since 2008 — there’s increased urgency to stand out from the competition, says Tempur-Pedic wellness adviser John M. McKee, founder and chief executive [...]

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Jul 01 2009

Due to Shortages, Veterinary Students Get a Free Ride

Published by Jennifer under Careers

(ARA) – First, the bad news: there is a growing shortage of veterinarians, particularly in the fields of public health and food safety. The good news: as a result, young veterinarians can get expensive school loans comped.
It’s long been acknowledged that there is a shortage of food animal veterinarians in rural areas. Now, a new [...]

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