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6 Things I Learned Working in Retail. Top Story - December 2017.
It's the holiday season; a time where family and friends come together to celebrate their respective festivities, give and receive gifts, and take time to relax. It's also the time of year that people go into stores acting like everything is the associate's fault. I worked in retail for almost 2 years, and sure enough, every year for Black Friday and Christmas shopping people tend to fly off the handle. In my time working in sales, I've acquired quite a few realizations about people and this type of business in general.
By Savana Verret8 years ago in Journal
Best Careers for Introverts
Being introverted can make certain aspects of life more challenging than for people who enjoy being in front of crowds and strive in social scenarios. Instead of forcing themselves out of their comfort zone, and ultimately leading to an unhappy lifestyle, introverts should search for careers that adapt to their preferences.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Journal
Theatre: What Took Me So Long?
Imagine a world where you don't feel pressured to be anyone else. A world where you are accepted and loved. Sounds like an oasis, heaven itself, or a paradise, right? Well for me, theatre, music, and acting helped me make it there. I love theatre and acting because it motivates me, helps me be a better person, and pushed me to an absolute breaking point.
By Kevin Rothlisberger8 years ago in Journal
Christmas, Marketing, and Why I Almost Went Crazy at the Mall Today
The day I received my Marketing Degree, my Dad starting referring to me as a "Master Manipulator." I'd love to say it was affectionate, but I'm not sure it was. He would point his finger at me every time adverts came on the TV, unaddressed mail came through the letterbox, or "Sale" signs appeared in the local mall.
By Sarah Katherine8 years ago in Journal
The Top 7 Books EVERY Entrepreneur Needs to Read
The world of business is crazy and chaotic, especially for anyone who is just looking to join the ranks. I find a lot of people asking themselves "where do I start?" or "how do I learn?" so I have taken it upon myself to answer those very questions with this list of the top seven books EVERY entrepreneur needs to read. Keep in mind that this list is not in any particular order, as it is too hard to judge between them on the value they create.
By Outside In8 years ago in Journal
The Best Careers Without Degree Requirements
Chances are your parents used to tell you you wouldn't be able to get a good job without a college degree. In previous decades, this may have been truer than it is today. Why? Because even people with college degrees have a hard time finding employment these days. So don't get down on yourself. You can make your way with the best careers without degree requirements.
By Dr. Ethan Levi8 years ago in Journal
How To Start a Blog and How To Make It a Great One
The first thing that you want to do when you want to start a blog is that you want to choose a blogging platform, a domain name that will get a lot of peoples attention, a hosting option. The next step you want to take when you want to start a blog is that you want to design your blog using a simple theme or a theme that will attract a lot of people. The third step is that you want to modify your blog to get your desired look and feel. The fourth step is that you want to select the best plugins for your blog. The final step to this is that you want to write compelling content that adds value to readers.
By Michaela La Brie8 years ago in Journal
Best Careers for Moms Who Want More Work-Life Balance
If you're a mom, you may think your career options are limited, but that's not true! There are plenty of jobs out there that can be fulfilling and conducive to your family's lifestyle. Advanced degree or not, you can work some of the best careers for moms who want more work-life balance.
By Taylor Markarian8 years ago in Journal
