To Plumb or Not to Plumb

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My brother is a successful plumber. He told me to come work with him. By the time I pay off my student loans, I would have been better off becoming a plumber. Is he right? With the skyrocketing cost of tuition, many students are asking the same question. Is college worth it? I will ignore the … Read more

Why Software Companies Encourage Students to Download Free Licenses

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If you’re a college student, there are a lot of educational discounts and deals that you can take advantage of while you’re enrolled in school. For example, interlibrary loans between major academic institutions offer you the opportunity to check out and read or view pretty much any published content that you can’t find online. You … Read more

Business Presentation Tips and Tricks

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Business presentations are part of the entrepreneurial journey. At some point, you’ll have to pitch an idea, a product, or a service, or to educate and motivate potential investors or customers. Some entrepreneurs even do this when starting company vision, strategy, and goals with new and existing employees. How you present your business plays a … Read more

Lend A Hand

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College is much more stressful than high school. There are my goals, my parents expectations, exams and tuition. I read some colleges really help students cope with stress. What do they offer? When I read your letter, I noticed you didn’t mention your year in college. This question could be asked by a freshman up … Read more

Blindsided

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Since my friend at college has some night blindness, I particularly wanted to know about the rules on accessibility. Is there a law covering computers? We appreciate a question that is for someone other than yourself. While your laptop is easy for you to use, a visually impaired or blind person will need another keyboard … Read more

How To Complete an MBA Degree Online

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If you’re considering applying to an online MBA business program, you likely know the pros of continuing your education remotely. Whether you hope to balance your studies with your current job or intend to be a full time graduate student, there are simple things you can do to set yourself up for success in any … Read more

3 Personal Finance Facts You’ll Be Glad You Learned

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Personal finance can be intimidating to many people. The reality is that because money can be hard to come by and math isn’t everyone’s best skill, some people shy away from learning what they can about how to improve their financial situation. If you’re like many, you should know that there are ways to learn … Read more

A Look at 2021’s Best Gaming Chairs

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Gamers are people who regularly play video games. A gaming chair meets the needs of gamers. Sitting in the wrong chair for prolonged periods can cause discomfort and poor posture. Over time, people may even experience spinal damage and chronic pain. Gamers include amateurs, who play video games for entertainment, and professionals, who may compete … Read more

Get on Board

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I want to return to college after being injured at work. If you cannot answer, then please direct me to the information. Can I go to classes and still receive social security disability? We absolutely want to help with your question. We hope this information guides you, along with others who have family or friends … Read more

I Accuse

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I’ve been to many rowdy campus parties. In the news, there are many horrific tales of sexual assault allegations, some proven false. What happens if you’re accused of sexual assault on campus? Our reflexive response is you should be expelled and go to jail. But you asked about being accused, not convicted. An allegation alone … Read more