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Women can work anywhere now, so career opportunities are wide open. Still, equality within some positions leaves something to be desired. Law enforcement is one …

With the ever expanding potential for knowledge acquisition and qualification, it can be hard to keep up with the demand of the modern world. Even …

Making a career or job change is more common than not these days. For many, it’s a much-needed change from a career or job that …

Little Mary wants to be a doctor when she grows up. She loves people and making them fell better. However, for Mary and many other young dreamers out there, reality might just end those dreams. It takes a long commitment and a lot of money to get through the process to become a doctor of any kind. Don't worry, little Mary doesn't have to stoop to committing a felony to see her dreams come true. Fortunately, for those who find schooling and the price tag too much, there are many other ways to work in the medical community. Here are 4 quality healthcare jobs that don't require medical school.

So many people hate their jobs, but so few so anything to change it. Some women are simply complacent, but the reason most remain in positions that are not satisfying is they are afraid to move. This is understandable, considering how challenging finding a new job can be, let alone switching to a new industry. I have a feeling that you will feel much better about it after doing the appropriate research. Here are 3 tips to change your career the smart way to get you started on a new path.

Unemployment falls every year and people are sticking with their careers for longer than they were in decades past. With technology and ease of access, there are fewer barriers to landing a great job than ever before. That said, you still have to do the work and put forth the effort to reach your career goals. Here are 3 savvy ways to maximize career potential in most industries.

It’s Sunday evening, how do you feel? Are you dreading your alarm going off in the morning or are you cool with the fact that you’ve had a couple of days off and a new adventure awaits in the week ahead? It’s perfectly normal to wish the weekends lasted a little longer, but what if you had a job that made Sunday night blues a thing of the past? If you’re dreaming of a new job, what’s stopping you from going for it? I'm betting it's one or more of these 3 things that hold women back from their dream job. That's OK, there's always a way to move forward if you want something badly enough.

A recent Gallup poll found that only 30 percent of people felt “engaged” by the work that they did, providing an indication that there is an epidemic of apathy at work. In other words, 70 percent of people believed that work wasn’t allowing them to reach their full potential - a sober number indeed. If you are in the majority, it may be time to shake up your career.

Have you always wanted to help people or dreamed about being a doctor or nurse? If so, you are not alone. It’s a popular aspiration, particularly in light of the high salaries and status that some medical professionals enjoy. But how do you really know if this type of work is right for you? I have to admit, that even at 50, I've considered getting into functional medicine because of my passion for health. Although the rewards could be great, it takes years of hard work and a lot of money to achieve these goals. It's definitely something to consider carefully by weighing all of the pros and cons.

Are you sick of being given the same old jobs and tasks at work? Maybe it’s time to get serious about taking on more responsibility. It's going to take more than just dreaming about it, though. There is likely many other people in your company who desire higher pay, a distinguished title, and better benefits. First, consider your motivation for wanting a promotion, and then weigh that against the actual opportunity. Do they match? Is this company a place where you can thrive and build your career? If you are certain that you can, give it a shot! Here are 4 highly effective ways to get noticed and boost your career!

Both men and women love sports, as in watching, playing, and encouraging their children to play. However, most of us are not equipped to play sports at a professional level. Fortunately, there are opportunities to make money in sports even if you can't step a foot on a field or court. The world of sports is growing every year and so is the demand for administrators, reporters, coaches, medical practitioners, and even writers. Depending on your unique talents, you may just fit nicely into a sports-related career. Here are six to consider.

There are so many career paths you can choose and various times in your life when you choose them. And, depending on your passions and your present life season, it is something to consider with great care. Most women, if they choose to work outside the home, desire to do something they are passionate about. And, one of those passions may be helping people. If this is the case, teaching may be a wonderful career choice. Also consider the varying forms of teaching, locations, groups and ages of your students, and the material in which you share.

You’ve got your business degree, but now you can’t decide what jobs to apply for - every graduate’s worst nightmare. Don’t panic, the important thing is that you do your research on potential companies and try to match them with your unique skills, experience, and personality. This can take some time, but once you find your dream job, you’ll know that all the effort was worth it.

When we are at school, we are subjected to all sorts of tests; on the spot math tests, spelling tests, end of year exams, high school certificates and the list goes on. In the early days the tests are quick, painless and mostly fun. Then they become more serious, there is study to be undertaken and there is the need to find the ability to cope with the testing process. It can be a nerve-wracking experience. What it does do is ‘test’ students (pardon the pun), it makes them think, it gives a clearer understanding of their abilities, their short-falls, where they can learn more and what they excel at; in the testing platform. What happens when we leave school though?

I always felt like something was missing. Like I hadn’t achieved what I wanted to achieve and even perhaps that time had passed me by. A very good friend of mine convinced me otherwise. I am talking about a University degree. I finished high school, back in 1988, and commenced a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting. I spent the next 6 months of my life wondering what I was doing. I only chose Accounting because a friend of mine had, and I didn’t know what else to do. Suffice to say I quit not long after that and headed into the work force, which I totally enjoyed.