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Taking the one less traveled: alternative paths to jump start your future
By: Laura Maurer Young people looking to take a different path, job seekers looking for meaningful opportunities, volunteers looking to...
Laura Maurer
Oct 15, 20233 min read
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Back to School this Fall? Learn About Teen Labor Laws to Balance Work at School and on the Job!
Many teenagers are eager to work part-time while going to school. Minors as young as age 11 can work legally in New York State under...

Shannon Phillips
Sep 15, 20232 min read
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What is an Elevator Speech and How Do I Prepare One?
An elevator speech is a clear, brief message or a commercial about you! It should communicate who you are, what you are looking for, and...

Shannon Phillips
Mar 15, 20231 min read
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Career Planning for Recent High School Graduates
Congratulations on completing your high school education! Once the excitement of the end of senior year is over and reality sets in,...

Shannon Phillips
Jun 20, 20224 min read
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Doing a Resume with Little to No Work Experience
It seems a catch-22: to get a job you need work experience; to get work experience you need a job. I’ll let you in on a secret: work...
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Apr 4, 20222 min read
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Remote Work: Avoiding the Scams
Even prior to the pandemic, work from home jobs, or remote work positions, were very desirable, but often times required a specific...

Shannon Phillips
Feb 21, 20222 min read
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Want to Be an Entrepreneur? Think About This First
You dream of becoming your own boss and starting up a business. It’s an exciting prospect. You’re certain you have a great idea. It’s...
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Jan 24, 20224 min read
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Working Remotely: The Basics
Disclaimer: This article is not meant to be discouraging to those who dream of working remotely. It’s all about managing your...
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Jan 17, 20224 min read
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SMART goals for Your New Year’s Resolutions & Your Career
It’s that time of year where many of us make New Year’s resolutions and maybe, just maybe, you’re still determined to carry on with them...
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Jan 10, 20223 min read
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Completing Job Applications
For most job seekers, the job application is the first impression you make upon an employer. Whether the application is in person or...

Shannon Phillips
Dec 6, 20212 min read
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You Need a Budget: A Book Review
For all of my book reviews, I will be using a rating system of 1 through 5: 1 for the worst, 5 for the best! I will be rating only books...

Shannon Phillips
Nov 29, 20212 min read
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How to Choose a Career Path
I was always envious of those people that knew exactly what they to do with their life. By the time they graduated high school, they had...
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Sep 13, 20214 min read
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How to Get, Succeed At, and Get the Most Out of Your First Job
Right now is the best time ever to get a job! Employers are eager to hire people, especially those who typically hire those applying for...
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Aug 30, 20215 min read
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Resumes 101
I won’t lie. Resume writing can be a bit of a chore. It’s a necessary one though in getting a job. Many employers want a resume these...
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Aug 9, 20213 min read
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Mastering Online Learning
It seems online learning is scary for a lot of people. I’m not entirely sure why. I don’t know if it’s because it seems so different than...
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Jun 28, 20215 min read
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All About Cover Letters
Two things you should know first about cover letters: 1. Yes, they are still relevant. You should definitely send one if the employer...
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Jun 14, 20215 min read
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Gaining Work Experience Through Volunteering
It can be hard to get a job as a teenager, especially if you’re under the age of 16. You’re restricted by labor laws, employer’s...
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Jun 7, 20213 min read
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