Lifestyle & Trends - Business & Career

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

What do IT professionals do when viruses attack?

Before computers even started making their way into people's homes, programmers were writing "viruses" that could cripple entire systems. Here is an inside look into what experienced IT professionals do when their networks are attacked by viruses. Read More

Women are going back to school, but not in the classroom

While many parents already take an active role in their children's education, today more and more moms are going back to school themselves, particularly in the tight economy. The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported that women were on track to surpass men in earning advanced degrees. And they are increasingly doing so online, at a significantly lesser cost than the average brick-and-mortar institution. Read More

Ten great ways to create a more productive workspace

The average person's day can be inundated with a laundry list of workplace and personal to-dos. Combine that with the fact many workloads have expanded due to more than two thirds of workforces cutting resources in 2009, and things can really get stressful. Overall, many workers don't feel they are truly productive day in, day out. Read More

How to add 'green' to even the most paper-based office

Are you looking for a way to make your graphic design job a little more "green"? While you usually have no trouble with colors, going green in a career field like graphic design may seem like a challenge. You may be surprised to learn there are a variety of really simple things you can do to make your office, and your designs, more eco-friendly. Read More

Considering a job in criminal justice? Know how technology will affect your career

Are you obsessed with television shows like "CSI" and "Law and Order"? You're not alone. If you are inspired by "CSI"-type shows and are considering pursuing a criminal justice degree, it is helpful to understand computers and have a background in information technology. Read More

What you need to know to become a veterinary technician

The American Veterinary Medical Association's 2007 U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook states that nearly 40 percent of all U.S. households include at least one dog and 32.8 percent own two cats. That's a lot of patients receiving care from the veterinary community. If you have ever thought of working with animals as a career, you can follow a well-defined professional path. 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

In the service and wondering what's next? A degree can help get you there

Are you in the service right now, considering your options following your military career? Serving our country is a noble cause, and one that creates not only a sense of loyalty, but also an abundance of opportunities in the form of leadership development and educational paths that can lead to fulfilling civilian and military careers. Read More

Ways to stay productive when working from home

Working at home usually entails setting your own hours, setting your own earning potential and spending more time with your kids, spouse and family. If you telecommute or own your own business, there are a few essential things that every stay-at-home worker must have. Use this checklist to determine how to best organize your lifestyle when working from home. Read More

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