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		<title>That Little Piece of Paper Standing Between You and A Job?</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/11/20/degree/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:04:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you want to get a college degree? Check out the schools we have on offer here. 
You know you would be perfect for the job; you have the skills, the experience and the ambition. You’re prepared for the interview and nothing is going to stand between you and this job. That is, nothing except [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Online Real Estate School—A Quick Way to Score Big Commissions</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:38:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Despite the current economic downturn we are experiencing, it is still a great time to become a real estate agent. In fact, with the proper education and licensure in place, you can potentially earn a significant amount of money while working as a real estate agent. By attending an online real estate school, you can [...]]]></description>
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		<title>10 &#8220;Make A Difference&#8221; Careers</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:17:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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Yes, it’s a tough world out there.  The economy is tight and the job market is even tighter, but even in this climate, it is possible to combine a career with personal satisfaction.  If you are looking to find a professional path with a &#8216;feel good&#8217; factor, read on.
1. Librarian – Museums, professional [...]]]></description>
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		<title>5 Reasons Why Volunteering Can Help You Find a Job</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:07:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is no doubt that volunteering is good for your spirit, but did you know that doing a good deed could also potentially lead to new job opportunities? Not only can volunteering help increase the size of your professional network, it can also give you the confidence boost you need to set your sights upon [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fastest Growing Careers</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/10/26/fastest-growing-careers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:11:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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With a job market that’s currently at a low point, there is a wonder of whether or not jobs will pick up in the near future. A concern is usually how many openings are available for each job. However, the prospects are not as grim as people make it out to be. In fact, by [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Are Trade Schools the Wave of the Future?</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/10/06/trade-schools-future/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:09:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Is it still worth the time and money to go to a four year institution or is attending a vocational or technical school better where skill is emphasized over liberal arts? On the other hand, even if a vocational or technical school will equip your specific skill set, is it more beneficial to have a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Numbers Add Up: Facts about Becoming a Public Accountant</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:17:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Public Accountants are in demand! Click here to see current job opportunities for Public Accountants.
In the wake of the financial crisis many states have raised their standards for those looking to pursue a career as a licensed Public Accountant. A Certified Public Accountant differs from other accountants as they are required to adhere to stringent [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Drafting the Perfect Résumé and Cover Letter</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/09/24/drafting-the-perfect-resume-and-cover-letter/</link>
		<comments>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/09/24/drafting-the-perfect-resume-and-cover-letter/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:35:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Résumé and cover letters are the first source of contact between you and an employer; it will determine whether or not you are offered an interview. It should be an accurate and positive representation of you.  While some job seekers are enlisting the services of professionals to write theirs, it is important to know [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Extreme Job Hunting: How Far Would You Go?</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/09/22/extreme-jobhuntin/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:42:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/?p=32381</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Whether seeking a part time job or executive position, job hunting can drain even the most ambitious person. At some stage everyone has been searching for a job and the monotony of trawling through craigslist or the dejection of rebuttals is not too fondly remembered. From drawing up a resume to attending interviews the entire [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A Crash Course in Office Etiquette</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/09/22/a-crash-course-in-office-etiquette/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:41:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Let’s face it: The class of 2009 has it tough. Graduates about to enter the workplace are doing so in the shadow of one of the biggest financial crises modern society has ever faced. According to Sara Murray of the Wall Street Journal “Even those who land jobs will likely suffer lower wages for a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>4 (Realistic) Dream Jobs and How to Get Them.</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/09/17/dream-jobs/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:11:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone has a pipe dream. Whether it is artist or astronaut, young people are being taught that in today’s modern society almost anything is attainable. Aspirations to be a rock star, actor or pro athlete are becoming increasingly prosaic as young people are expanding their ambitions. Today’s youth recognize that a career is not merely [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Eight Tips for Setting up a Network of Mentors</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/09/16/eight-tips-for-networking/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:05:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We all remember the classic mentoring relationship.  Senior workers would take junior workers under their wing and guide them throughout their careers.  Today, people rarely stay at jobs long enough to be a mentor or mentee.  Therefore, Kathy E. Kram and Monica C. Higgins from The Wall Street Journal proposed a solution [...]]]></description>
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		<title>4 Lessons Students Can Learn from the Recession</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:34:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone of this generation will forever be haunted by the word “recession.” The phrase has become a ubiquitous and defining expression of our generation. The recession has damaged many people’s respect for their government and exposed extreme corruption, souring people’s views on the global financial institution. The colossal impact of the recession means that is [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Seize your Degree!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:38:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So, classes have started again and you might be feeling in a lull after taking time off over summer. Never fear, here at Top-Colleges we are here to provide you with tips and advice on how to get the most out of your degree. College is no walk in the park; it requires hard work [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Does Success Make You Idle or Inspired?</title>
		<link>http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2009/09/14/does-success-make-you-idle-or-inspired/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:09:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>icepop1</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We live in a society that is obsessed with commodity and success. From childhood we are taught that we can do and achieve anything and are constantly assured that success is within our grasp if we work hard enough. As we get older professional success becomes a defining aspiration of adulthood. It motivates us to [...]]]></description>
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