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[18 Jan 2010 | 3 Comments | ]
New Work and Career Tutorials

In keeping with the times, we have updated several of our Work and Career courses for the new year. If you are out of work or simply interested in exploring your career options then you should check out our new Job Search, Career Planning and Interview Skills courses on our Work and Career page.

[12 Jan 2010 | 6 Comments | ]
Seven Sites Every Job-Hunter Should Know About

Whether you are about to graduate, are recently laid off, looking for a change or just re-entering the workforce, your best resource for successfully finding a job is knowledge. As a job-hunter you may be wondering where do I look for jobs, where can I network or how do I know what’s out there for me? Check out the seven sites every job-hunter should be aware of.

[4 Jan 2010 | One Comment | ]
Five Common Interview Dress Mistakes

Are you sure your interview outfit is making a winning impression? You may think you look just fine, but when it comes to a job interview every detail of your appearance counts, including your grooming choices. Check out five common mistakes that you should be aware of when dressing for an interview.

[21 Dec 2009 | No Comment | ]
Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension

On November 6, 2009 the government decided to modify and extend the first time homebuyer tax credit. The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009 states that current homeowners and first time home owners are eligible for a tax credit if certain criteria is met.

[7 Dec 2009 | 2 Comments | ]
What is Your Body Language Saying in an Interview?

In preparing for an interview, we often focus a lot on what we are going to say, but have you ever thought about what your body, facial expressions and gestures are communicating?

[2 Dec 2009 | One Comment | ]
Avoiding Foreclosure

With the current state of the economy, more and more people are losing their homes. If you are struggling to pay for your home, do not feel alone and know that help is available. There are a number of resources that can help you deal with your particular situation.

[17 Nov 2009 | No Comment | ]
Selling on Craigslist:  6 Tips for Success

Selling on craigslist.org is free and easy. The site is a great place to sell those items that you no longer use or if you just need a little fast cash. Anyone can sell an item on craigslist but some people have more luck than others. Here are a few simple tricks that can help you make your craigslist ad more appealing to buyers.

[13 Nov 2009 | One Comment | ]
Windows 7 Search and Libraries

Windows 7 has a new approach to accessing your files and content. Microsoft has created Libraries and improved the Desktop Search in order to make it easier to find, maneuver and customize your files.