Even teens from loving, supportive, and healthy households are at risk for drug and alcohol addiction. It’s an unfortunate truth: teen addiction is on the rise. Especially during college, teens are high-risk for addiction – USA Today reports that “nearly half of America’s 5.4 million full-time college students abuse drugs or drink alcohol on binges at…
Mastering the Art of Email Communication
Sean MacEntee via Compfight A well-crafted email can land you the job of your dreams, a big client or an important sale. Unfortunately, the wrong tone or wording in an email can cost you customers, jobs, and a good reputation. A good email isn’t just about proper grammar and punctuation. The tone and wording matter…
Temp Work to Kickstart Your IT Career
Breaking into the information systems tech field can be difficult because of changing technology, competitiveness, and economic conditions. However, there are many ways to position yourself for burgeoning careers in IT, both academically and on the job market. One way is through temporary assignments. Clearly this is not always the end all be all for…
Managing Expenses After College
Whether or not you have a great job lined up after graduation, it’s important to plan your budget carefully and minimize expenses. Although it’s tempting to reward yourself for the hard work you’ve done in school (or will do in your new job), you should increase your standard of living slowly over time as you…
Gaining Marketable Skills in College
AdamLogan via Compfight Most students go to college in order to improve their earning potential and job prospects. With rising tuition costs at public and private institutions, learning for the sake of learning just isn’t enough. Unfortunately, many students graduate without useful skills that allow them to be competitive in the job market. But by…