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How to Start a Holistic Healing Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gail Cohen) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:51:47 EDT

If you've never met a homeopathic you didn't love and you're convinced herbs, yoga and natural healing are keeping you in tip-top shape, why not share your passion with others by starting a holistic healing business?

Contributor: Gail Cohen
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Tips for Acing that Interview!

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kristyn Anguiano) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:25:02 EDT

Learn how to impress at an interview. We go over the three most important elements to impressing a potential employer and getting a job offer.

Contributor: Kristyn Anguiano
Published: Feb 10, 2012

7 Steps to Choosing a Dream

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Monica Ruhlman) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:35:05 EDT

Do you have several activities you really enjoy doing? Can you see yourself in more than one career? Here are a few tips to help you figure out your best and most fulfilling dream to chase.

Contributor: Monica Ruhlman
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Job Searching: Finding a Way to Stand Out Improves Your Chances Dramatically

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Edward J. Neary) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:11:46 EDT

Making yourself unique from other applicants will vastly improve your chances of landing your next job.

Contributor: Edward J. Neary
Published: Feb 09, 2012

Have a Networking Function on the Horizon? Keep These Important Things in Mind

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Edward J. Neary) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:36:13 EDT

Getting the most out of networking is much more involved than simply showing up. You need to be remembered and remembered well.

Contributor: Edward J. Neary
Published: Feb 09, 2012

Home Office Tips for Freelance Writers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kristin Wood) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:14:45 EDT

The freelance writer's home office setup can make all the difference in his work day. Create a comfortable room that encourages focus and creativity.

Contributor: Kristin Wood
Published: Feb 09, 2012

The Art of Diplomacy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Marie Albert) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:14:30 EDT

By altering one's word choices, communication approach, and body language, one can learn the art of diplomacy.

Contributor: Marie Albert
Published: Feb 09, 2012

Unemployment Aid Declines but Fails to Prove Economy is Growing

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jeanne Rose) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:08:58 EDT

Unemployment aid has hit a four-year low, but that fails to prove that the economy is really growing. Here is how these numbers are not the true sign that the economy is getting better.

Contributor: Jeanne Rose
Published: Feb 09, 2012

5 Ways for Kids to Make Money

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kim Adams) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:26:02 EDT

Learn valuable lessons while earning some pocket money!

Contributor: Kim Adams
Published: Feb 09, 2012

Tales of a Literary Gunslinger

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Dan Berthiaume) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:34 EDT

Life as a freelance writer may not seem to have much in common with life as an Old West gunslinger, but you'd be surprised.

Contributor: Dan Berthiaume
Published: Feb 08, 2012

Lessons From a Nurse for Everyday Life

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Andrea Patterson) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:36:53 EDT

Being a nurse has been such a learning experience for me. I think we could each make a small difference in a big way by bringing out the nurse in all of us.

Contributor: Andrea Patterson
Published: Feb 08, 2012

Being a Swimming Lifeguard Takes Responsibility

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Bill Hanks) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:40:38 EDT

This article looks at what it take to be a swimming lifeguard.

Contributor: Bill Hanks
Published: Feb 07, 2012

How to Make Your Career Dreams a Reality

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ericka Spradley) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:56:21 EDT

This article includes lessons from Steve Jobs as well as suggestions on how to turn your career dreams into reality.

Contributor: Ericka Spradley
Published: Feb 07, 2012

Empty Nest Business Ideas

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Manon Monsall) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:07:08 EDT

After your kids leave home, starting a business is an excellent way to write a new chapter in your life.

Contributor: Manon Monsall
Published: Feb 06, 2012

The Ten Commandments of Internet Marketing

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ed Delgado) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:51:03 EDT

This article reveals ten original commandments for Internet marketers and consumers of Internet marketing products. It’s a somewhat humorous depiction of Internet sales pitches and Internet marketing trends.

Contributor: Ed Delgado
Published: Feb 06, 2012

Are You Sure You Want to Quit Your Job and Work from Home?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Paula Neal Mooney) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:00:55 EDT

Everyone talks about working from home being the ultimate nirvana -- but is it something you'd want to do for years?

Contributor: Paula Neal Mooney
Published: Feb 06, 2012

Be Happy; Do Not Settle for Content with Your Career

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Christopher Watts, MBA) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:42:37 EDT

You should be happy and look forward to going to work. Your career path should be clear and highly beneficial. Do not allow your professional career to be depressing and uncertain.

Contributor: Christopher Watts, MBA
Published: Feb 06, 2012

The Resume "Black Hole" and the Interview Process

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mo Morrissey) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:43:11 EDT

The resumes you’ve sent fall into a black hole. It’s not necessarily over-worked recruiters, or volume of resumes, nor a lack of skills or applicable experience. The search is long and hard. Here's a guide to navigating it.

Contributor: Mo Morrissey
Published: Feb 06, 2012

Freelance Writers: Why You Shouldn’t Write for Free

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ilene Springer) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:45:37 EDT

Freelance writing is the only profession in which the manufacturer often creates the product for nothing in the hope of getting started or in gaining more exposure. It’s the worst thing you can do for yourself and every other freelancer writer.

Contributor: Ilene Springer
Published: Feb 06, 2012

Un-Nerving the Un-Employed

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angela Emory) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:27:28 EDT

The detailed discovery of a phony employment website that is a front for college recruiters. What they did after being confronted with their dishonesty was even worse.

Contributor: Angela Emory
Published: Feb 06, 2012