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| Do you enjoy meeting new people and providing a warm welcome to your guests? Chances are, you'd enjoy a career in the hospitality industry. Hotels, motels, and inns are an indispensable part of the life of travelers and a big part of our nation's economy. The U.S. hotel and motel industry includes about 30,000 companies that operate 50,000 individual locations, with combined annual revenue over $90 billion. | | March 03, 2009 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| You may not recognize the word “phlebotomy,” but you probably know what phlebotomists do. No, it’s not some crazy type of insect collecting or mysterious brain surgery. If you have ever had a blood sample taken, you’ve interacted with a phlebotomist. They are the highly-trained medical technicians who collect blood and other fluid samples from pediatric and adult patients. | | March 03, 2009 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| If you’re looking for a fast-paced career that combines technology with creativity, check out the field of computer network systems administration. This dynamic career path reflects the growing numbers of computer networks in business today. | | October 21, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| You’re a recent high school grad or an adult who needs career training. You’re thinking about going to college or technical school. Great! But you’re unsure of the admissions requirements. What kind of grades do you need? Does life experience count? How about entrance exams? EducationForCareers.com looks behind the scenes and reveals what you need to know about college admissions. | | October 07, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| Do you enjoy helping people look and feel their best? Are you attracted to the world of fashion and glamour? Do you have an eye for style and a passion for chic? Perhaps a career in cosmetology is right for you. | | September 24, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| Think back to when you were a kid in school. Sure, there were challenges—maybe there were some mean kids in your class, or maybe you had a hard time fitting in. But there was almost certainly that one special teacher who helped you get through it. One dedicated teacher can make a huge difference to a student. Maybe that one teacher could be you. | | September 24, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| Have you ever thought about why people trust certain product brands? Or how companies manage their public image? Or how certain Hollywood movie stars seem to appear in the press over and over again? The one thing they all have in common is effective public relations. | | September 24, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| Do you enjoy working with numbers? Do you keep your checkbook perfectly balanced? Are you meticulous in how you allocate your household finances? If so, a career in accounting and auditing may be just right for you. | | September 24, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| The word “college” may make you think of ivy-covered walls, hushed libraries, professors with tweed jackets, and students who never get their hands dirty. But perhaps you’re the type who loves to dig through a greasy motorcycle engine, or solder an electronic connection, or install an HVAC system in a skyscraper. You want to work with both your mind and your hands. Yes, there is a school for you! | | July 08, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | |
| Going to a career college can be a significant investment of both time and money. The goal? To get trained for a rewarding career. But how do you know you’re training for a career field that is growing and will have opportunities in the future? | | June 04, 2008 By Thomas A. Hauck | | | | | 2 |
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