One popular trade to enter is in the electrical field, currently employing over 739,000 workers across the United States (according to the BLS as of September 2021). Electricians are a popular trade for a reason, having positive job prospects, a strong work environment, and generally good opportunities, and potentially the availability of benefits. So, what...
If you are a parent wondering how to balance academic and home life, you are not alone. 1 in 5 college students in the United States is also a parent. Parents returning to school may often feel overwhelmed. They think they can either be a good parent or a good student, but not both. But...
Do you want to start a new career? Are you worried about job security and reasonable wages? Your concerns are valid. The U.S. has outsourced over 3 million jobs, resulting in $37 billion lost or lower wages. Wage stagnation continues to widen the income inequality gap. However, the opportunities for skilled trade jobs are increasing,...
When you picture a construction worker, what do you imagine? You may picture someone wearing a hard hat and a brightly colored vest operating a backhoe or some other piece of heavy machinery. There’s also a good chance that the person you’re picturing right now is a man. While construction has been a male-dominated industry...
Automation is a growing concern across all careers. Anything repetitive and easy to replicate is subject to automation, and it could affect up to 800 million people in your lifetime. Luckily, there are still plenty of trade jobs that won’t be falling victim to this fate any time soon. Let’s talk about some trade jobs that aren’t...
Trade schools are very popular, and they’re becoming even more popular as student debt continues to rise. Over 16 million people are enrolled in a trade or vocational program in the US. There are several options to choose from when picking a trade school to enroll in, and they could make a big difference for...
Almost half of the medicines sold via the internet are counterfeit. Despite this, the appeal of purchasing medications online continues to grow. It’s no surprise they’re hard to resist. Pervasive advertising and seemingly cheaper pricing make them an extremely attractive choice. However, counterfeit pills may be “too good to be true.” Evidence of this is becoming more...
When you hear the word office administration, several things come to mind regarding the duties associated with these types of jobs. The basis of administrative work is to provide all the other workers in the office with the support they need to continue doing their jobs. Not sure which administrative position you’d like to earn...
Article by Charlotte Boynton originally posted on The Lincoln County News on October 18, 2019. https://lcnme.com/currentnews/drug-counselor-from-wiscasset-uses-tale-of-addiction-to-spread-hope/ Beginning at the age of 12, Michael Connors struggled with alcoholism and addiction for more than 20 years. He overdosed on drugs six times and was saved six times. He was often in jail. But today, more than five...
Are you looking to become an HVAC technician? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics as of August 2021, you’ll be happy to know there’s a strong demand for skilled technicians in the HVAC field. The Bureau of Labor and Statistics’ projections show a growth of 4% for HVAC careers from 2019 to 2029. The...
