New moms guide to going back to work
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 | (BPT) - Going back to work for new moms can be challenging. Learning to balance work and family while facing many new stressors can be overwhelming.Jill Smokler, author of the New York Times bestselling book “Confessions of a Scary Mommy” and “Motherhood Comes Naturally (and Other... More >>
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What it takes to be a Heisman winner [Infographic]
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(BPT) - Created in 1994 by Wendy’s and the Heisman Memorial Trust, the Wendy’s High School Heisman Award recognizes outstanding high-school seniors nationwide who excel in athletics, academics and in the community. Students can nominate themselves for the award online, in addition to be... More >>
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Learning on the go: How digital learning can help you understand any topic instantly
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 | (BPT) - When you think about technology and learning, images of eager students likely come to mind. But in the digital age, technology is far reaching and not exclusive to America’s youth. One of the most active groups of digital learners is actually adults – a movement that is being dr... More >>
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Medical Reserve: Expand your healing heart and your professional potential
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 | (BPT) - For many, medicine isn’t just a job, it’s a mission. As a health care professional, you know how rewarding caring for others can be. In the world of Navy Health Care, you can continue your everyday practice – even as you move beyond the routine. This includes helping other... More >>
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Building your professional brand
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 | Personal branding is an elusive topic to most people, yet it is important for career success. Wise professionals with career success know it can mean the difference between landing that dream job and never getting noticed.So what do you think of when you hear the word “professional brand?" Si... More >>
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Cyber warfare and information dominance: maintaining superiority in the Information Age
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 | (BPT) - In a highly networked world, information is everywhere – easier to access and increasingly exploitable.Today’s technological advancements make information both a formidable weapon and a constant threat – to the point that it has evolved into a type of warfare all its own. ... More >>
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Money talk: Educating the next generation
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 | (BPT) - At a certain age, kids stop listening to their parents on all topics except for one. Money.Yet recent research conducted by Bank of America found that although this is the one area where teens and tweens actually seek advice from their parents, it’s one many adults avoid due to their ... More >>
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Warning: Job scams pack a financial punch for employment seekers
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 | (BPT) - As the country emerges from the Great Recession, many people are still looking for employment. Whether it’s a full-time job or a second job to earn a little extra money, hard-working folks across the nation are applying to job listings online. But beware: lurking among the real jobs a... More >>
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12 facts you didn't know about earning a business degree [Infographic]
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(BPT) - The job market is as competitive as ever, but the business world is filled with opportunities. Specialized fields are growing fast, salaries are on the rise, and a business degree may be the key to unlocking your success and taking the next step in your career and your life. Take a look at ... More >>
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How to turn seasonal work into a permanent job
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 | (BPT) - Seasonal jobs come in many shapes and sizes. The unemployment rate hovered at a near constant of 7.3 percent in October 2013, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports. Many of those who are unemployed are seeking temporary holiday work. Large retailers comprise the bulk of the sw... More >>
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Mentors wanted: How to guide more young women to success in STEM
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 | (BPT) - Careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) are growing and quickly. By 2023, STEM will generate a projected 2.6 million new jobs, creating a high demand for qualified employees with STEM backgrounds in the coming years, according to Georgetown Public Policy Institute’... More >>
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Paralympic alpine skier breaks barriers on the slopes
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 | (BPT) - Ralph Green was a well-rounded junior athlete. He excelled as a football quarterback and basketball point guard for his high school in Brooklyn, N.Y. His life dramatically changed at the age of 15 when a gunshot wound in the back resulted in the amputation of his left leg from the hip down.... More >>
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Steering the course to success
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 | (BPT) - Elana Meyers’ dream of winning an Olympic medal began at a young age. Growing up in Georgia, she participated in a myriad of sports to feed her desire for competition, including basketball, competitive dance, soccer, track and softball. Today, the 29-year-old Meyers is ready to lay ev... More >>
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STEM careers challenging, rewarding and attainable for women [Infographic]
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(BPT) - Jobs in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) are the second-fastest growing job sector over the next decade, yet women comprise just 24 percent of the STEM workforce. Why? Many girls do not perceive themselves as being successful in STEM-related careers because they lack real-li... More >>
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Know what employers want before applying to be in law enforcement
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 | (BPT) - With the economy improving, more job opportunities are appearing, giving today’s students openings to show prospective employers their skills and professional talents. However, the job market is still competitive, and students need to know – and then acquire – the skills p... More >>
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Tough times never last, tough people do
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 | (BPT) - Growing up just steps away from the slopes in Park City, Utah, Steven Holcomb’s Olympic dreams started early. Today, the 32-year-old Holcomb pilots the four-man bobsled crew nicknamed the “Night Train” and is considered one of the most successful bobsled drivers in U.S. hi... More >>
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Rising emergency department visits driving demand for nurses
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 | (BPT) - Catastrophes like the crash of Asiana Airlines Flight 214 in San Francisco and the Boston Marathon bombings have highlighted the extraordinary work of emergency departments (ED) and their indispensable role in health care. While disasters such as these are rare, emergency medicine pla... More >>
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Can you afford a college degree?
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 | (BPT) - For working adults wondering if they should go back to school for a degree – or to upgrade their bachelor’s degree to a master’s - affordability is, today, more important than ever. “How can I afford it?” is often the first question students ask before they enr... More >>
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Best business investment for 2014: Fueling employee engagement
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 | (BPT) - Do your employees feel personally connected to the organization they work for? Would they recommend your workplace to others? If the answer to any of those questions is “no,” you’re far from alone. Employee engagement is way down, so low that a recent study found that two-... More >>
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Health care industry experiencing new demands for nurses
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 | (BPT) - Nursing continues to be one of the fastest-growing occupations in the nation, as nurses make up the majority of the health care industry workforce. In fact, recent projections from a January 2014 report published in the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook estimate... More >>
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Beyond traditional school supplies
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 | (BPT) - The school year is in full swing, and shopping for pens, pencils and notebooks is already a memory. In addition to these traditional supplies, many of today’s students have another tool – often underutilized – to help them succeed the in classroom: their smartphones and ta... More >>
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Aviation Rescue Swimmer: 'So others may live'
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 | (BPT) - When lives are on the line, Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmers answer the call. These brave men and women embody the courage of America’s Navy – often going into harm’s way to complete their rescue missions in some of the most extreme environments imaginable.As an Aviation Resc... More >>
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Olympic hopefuls go for gold with virtual school
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 | (BPT) - Thirteen year-old Vincent Zhou is the 2013 U.S. Figure Skating Junior Men’s National Champion. He dreams of one day representing the United States in the Olympics. Zhou, of Southern California, is a ninth-grader at Capistrano Connections Academy, where, despite his rigorous training s... More >>
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Working adults plug into online education
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 | (BPT) - Many working adults begin using technology from the moment their alarm clocks go off. From checking emails on a tablet over morning coffee, to sending out social media posts from a smartphone before they get into the office, technology allows people to be efficient and stay connected anytim... More >>
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The future and money are big stressors for teens [Infographic]
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(BPT) - Many of America’s teenagers are stressed about paying for college and finding good jobs, and don’t always practice smart budgeting. However, they remain remarkably optimistic and are willing to learn, grow and become financially savvy, according to a recent national survey from ... More >>
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Explosive Ordnance Disposal: The ultimate bomb squad
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 | (BPT) - Diving beneath ships. Parachuting out of aircraft. Clearing Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). Navy Explosive Ordnance (EOD) Technicians control weapons and render safe explosives on land, in the water or wherever perceived threats may lurk. Protecting others by handling situations with s... More >>
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Don't forget about insurance when discussing finances with children
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 | (BPT) - When it comes to financial literacy, parents know it’s important to give kids the knowledge and skills they need to manage money. In fact, 81 percent say it’s their responsibility as parents to teach children about money and saving, according to a 2012 survey by the website Doug... More >>
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Transforming the world: A new program fosters the next generation of leaders
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 | (BPT) - What will be the world’s next big innovation? Whether it’s a cure for a disease that has plagued the world for generations or a new tool that makes life easier, one thing is for sure: science and technology will play a role in its creation.To encourage high school students and p... More >>
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Nine great edutainment games to get kids excited about learning
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(BPT) - As a parent, you are constantly being bombarded with new information on the right amount of screen time for your child. While you can aspire to raising your kid TV- or mobile-device free, that’s just not always a reality these days. Instead of feeling guilty with the amoun... More >>
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