There is a saying that the end justifies the means. And a lot of times it is very true: usually, when you have a high goal in front of you it’s necessary and frequently inevitable to take some unexpected reroutes and go through some complicated courses of obstacles in order to complete the quest successfully. If the final goal is worth all of that, that is. But does the end really justify ALL the... 

Like a gold medal athlete, there is preparation involved and sometimes it is psychologically draining! Which is why, I highly recommend a consultation with a homestager before you tackle your to-do list. A good designer will point out things in your house that are your blind spots, they will obliterate the ugly and suggest the remedy. It can be as little changing the lampshades and throw pillows or... 

One of the key things that all people returning to college need to understand is that not all funding for college is the same. Some people will qualify for different types of funding than others. Others will qualify for more money and others less. There are a few misconceptions specifically about scholarships that need to be understood before you can have any chance of successfully acquiring this... 

Face to Face is the most common type of job interview and involves one interviewer and one candidate. Depending on the company it can be with the person hiring for the role (your new boss), or initially with someone from the Human Resources Department. Let’s start with Human Resources. The Human Resource representative will screen you for the role and confirm that you have the basic requirements... 

That is right…driving a car in the USA is not a Right, it is a Privilege. And a privilege that most Americans and people driving in the USA abuse everyday. I say ‘most people’ because there certainly seems to be a LOT of drivers in the USA that are not US Citizens, much less licensed drivers. Yes, it is against the law to drive without a valid driver’s license in the USA.... 

The Goldman Sachs hearings today represent a glimpse into raw capitalism by those involved in raw government. The outcome won’t be pretty. Today Goldman is being accused of playing a role in the housing market crisis that allowed them to make money at the same time that they hastened the decline in home values. If housing had still been in an uptrend when the company tried to “bet against it”... 

When was the last time you received a handwritten note from a business associate? It may be that it was too long ago for you to remember. On the other hand, if you have gotten one lately, you know exactly who sent it and when. Handwritten notes have become almost extinct in the business world. So if you are looking for ways to stand out from the crowd, to be noticed by your colleagues and clients,... 

Spring is the best time of year to begin tuning up your resume before your next opportunity presents itself. Here are 6 common issues with resumes that get overlooked: 1. Unfocused Content – A resume should highlight your employment history so that your skills may be conveyed accurately and quickly. Most employers screen a high volume of applicants’ resumes for a particular position so... 

Has it ever occurred to you how much you are saying to people even when you are not speaking? Unless you are a master of disguise, you are constantly sending messages about your true thoughts and feelings whether you are using words or not. Studies show that your words account for only 7% of the messages you convey. The remaining 93% is non-verbal. 55% of communication is based on what people see... 

With all of the changes and new regulations in the Mortgage Industry, some brokers and loan specialist are finding it difficult to close loans and make a living. As a result of these changes, there are a lot mortgage companies closing and a lot of loan specialist (often referred to as Loan Officers) leaving the industry. How can someone in the mortgage industry flourish in the industry and not just...