How To
Knowing that you want to, need to or should do something is not the same as knowing how. So we pull together the best tips, suggestions and information we can find to help you navigate the realm of post-secondary schooling and career options in a way that’s personal, genuine and sometimes funny.
Radiation Therapy: A Career That Multiplies Hope, If You Can Hack It
It has been estimated that half of all men and one-third of all women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer at some point during their lives. This is a terrifying statistic. However, cancer treatments are evolving and have begun tipping the scales towards survival, meaning “The Big C” is no longer a death sentence. Radiation therapy can be an important part of cancer treatment and, as a profession, is one of the most emotionally trying, yet personally satisfying, positions in health care. Gain first-hand insight into radiation therapy careers from Jayne Belanger, clinical coordinator of radiation therapy for The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre.
Social Media Careers Offer Potential Beyond Dull Facebook Updates
If the idea of spending your 9-to-5 workday interacting on websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube seems absurd, it might be in your best interest to start wrapping your head around the fact that social media is more than just a haven for obsessed FarmVille fans—it’s also a viable and exciting career option. Big businesses, from Ford to Whole Foods Market have realized the potential of using social media sites to connect to their customers in ways that weren’t even imaginable just a few short years ago. Find out what social media mogul and New York Times bestselling author Joel Comm has to say about the social media phenomenon, and learn what it takes to succeed in this booming new career field!
How to design your career future in golf
Not everyone can become a golf professional, getting whisked around the world to follow the PGA Tour. However, where there’s a will, there’s a way to the greens! Chris Cochran of Nicklaus Designs, one of the largest golf course design companies in the world, spills tips and advice on how to become a golf course designer — combining your design skill with your love of the sport in order to design golf courses that satisfy your creative drive while challenging the drive of golfers!
How to be an environmentalist without riding in a Greenpeace anti-sealer
Gone are the days when chaining yourself to an ancient Redwood was your only option for pursuing an environmentally friendly career. Whether you want to be a renewable energy technologist, environmental lawyer or sustainable interior designer, there’s a wide-open, lush field to pick from my friend. With the right kind of training, you could put yourself smack dab in the middle of a green career field that rolls on and on forever.
How to make sense of the confusing clutter of post-secondary academic credentials
Common wisdom says you go to college if you want a good job. That advice is clearly debatable. But assuming you do decide to pursue some kind of post-secondary education, you’ve got a lot to consider. And one of the most challenging aspects of figuring out the best educational path for your needs comes in the form of picking which academic credentials to pursue. What’s the difference between a bachelor’s and an associate degree, or between a master’s and doctorate? And what’s a certificate or diploma good for anyway? Things are murkier than you may imagine.
How to build a career that can change the world (or at least a little part of it)
It's so much easier to go to work every day when you feel you're doing something important. If you've got the drive to leave the world a better place than you found it, then you aren't as likely to be sucked in by hollow promises of fame or fortune. Instead, you're moved by the chance to innovate, to create a meaningful legacy. Unfortunately, there are no blueprints for making revolutionary contributions. But there are practices that can greatly improve your odds.
How to cope with the suffocating pressure of not knowing which career to pursue
When the hottest girl in the art building interrupted me, I knew something was wrong. “Whoa! That's scary cool,” she said. “Ya want somebody to talk to about that?” I didn't understand the question. So I fixated on her cat-like eyes as if I could grab the meaning telepathically. But her wily smile caused me to admire the rest of the scene. She was a china doll in a James Dean leather jacket.
How to Become an Event Planner
You're social and outgoing. You want to spend many of your days outside the office helping clients pull off the perfect event. You love organizing details-itinerary, location, décor, food and entertainment are all crucial. You may even have a particular niche you're thinking of specializing in. And the chance to work for yourself is too good to pass up. But, first, you need a simple plan of action.
How to Work with Animals Without Being a Veterinarian
Like most people who've held down any kind of job, you likely already have experience working with monkeys (of the human variety). And that's probably inspired you to find a career that lets you work with real animals instead. But when it comes to animal-related careers, many people immediately think of veterinarians. Being a veterinarian is a great option-if you can make the large investment of time-and money-necessary for becoming licensed. If not, just ask yourself what you enjoy doing most.
How to Choose the Right Nursing Career
You're compassionate. You're caring. You know you want a career that lets you make a positive impact on the lives of others. And you're pretty sure that it's got to be nursing. But there are a number of different kinds of positions within the nursing field, each requiring specific training. So choosing the best path can be downright difficult if you don't understand your options. Your first step should be to learn what each nursing career entails.
Find the best tips, suggestions and information to navigate the realm of post-secondary schooling and career options.
