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What do some of the most famous people in the world, like Oprah and Mark Zuckerberg, have in common? They don’t have a formal college education under their belt. That isn’t to say that not finishing college is going to be an easy ride, but it is a path for some of the most successful people that we know. The job market is slowly improving at the moment, but graduates are still struggling to find a job in the job they are qualified for. So what other options are there. College isn’t going to be for everyone. So here are some ways what you can still achieve and get a career that you want.

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Explore Other Learning Avenues There are other ways to learn and get qualified in something that you want to do, if you have decided not to pursue college. What are those things, though? You could pursue a career in fitness, for example, without having to go to college. There are different personal training and fitness qualifications that you can do that do not need you to have had a college degree.…

With so many choosing to bring their new puppy home over the festive period; you’ve probably been tempted to do the same. There’s nothing quite like the memory of the scene in Lady and the Tramp when the new puppy pops out of the box on Christmas morning. However, life can be somewhat different from Disney movies, and you’ll have plenty to prepare for if you are planning a puppy’s arrival. Aside from some sleepless nights ahead; there are an array of things to invest in and prepare the family for in advance of them getting to you. Therefore, it’s worth writing a thorough list and getting the whole family on board with the puppy plans (there’s strength on teamwork).

A new dog will bring you plenty of laughter and joy, but, just like kids; they have a tendency to wear you out and challenge you on multiple occasions when they’re young. If you’ve made up your mind that Christmas is the time where you add a new furry family member to your household; make sure you’re heading towards puppy pa…

Picking out an outfit is incredibly fun, especially if you’re just doing it casually because you want to feel confident when you head out. It’s important to focus on your own personal style when indulging in fashion. It’s a lot better than following the herd of celebrity-chasing fashionistas that won’t try something new, and the best way to add style and personality to your outfit is to accessorize. To help you out, we’ve put together some smart tips to help you style your outfit with jewellery. Be Inspired The best way to get new ideas is to look for inspiration. Whether it’s on a website like Pinterest or through fashion magazines, look for ideas that can inspire you to create our own style. Variations Are Great Don’t buy the same ring five times and then put them on five different fingers. Mix up your jewellery by changing patterns and styles to create a unique look to your outfit. Show it Off It’s pointless wearing jewellery if you aren’t going to show it off. Don’t hide rings unt…

If you have been thinking about a career change for a while, you might be thinking about building on the caring side of your personality, and enroll on a healthcare related course. To make sure that you are prepared for the challenges and the hard work, we have created a list of what you need to know before you make up your mind.
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In healthcare, you will need to have a strongleadership skill, hence most colleges teach different theories of management throughout the semesters. You need to manage patient information, resources, deal with emergencies every day, and plan important improvements to better the health outcomes. Due to the increased pressure on hospitals and health care providers, you have to be a good communicator and problem solver. You Need to Improve Your Cultural Awareness If you work in hea…

Most of us have dabbled in acting at some point in our lives, whether it’s a bit part in the school play, a brief walk on in a movie shot in your hometown or a membership of the drama society while in college. There are some, however, for whom acting is an all consuming passion. The opportunity to explore the world they live in through dramatic performance is a noble goal, but it’s one that has sent many a would-be star down a dark and dangerous path.

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For nascent actors, Los Angeles is a magnet that calls to them with promises of opportunity and success, but for some the Hollywood Dream can become a nightmare. Young actors who step off the plane at LAX are often vulnerable to exploitation from cynical studio executives (or, worse, people pretending to be studio executives). Young women are particularly vulnerable. Just look at all the actresses who’ve come forward in the Weinstein scandal and you’ll see a damning portrait of the exploitation of talented young women who…

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It’s been a few months now since a Google engineer was fired for distributing a memo in which he, essentially, claimed that women are not suited to the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) field. The memo he produced, which cited a number of scientific studies, has created an endless litany of thinkpieces both agreeing and disagreeing with the conclusions that James Damore drew. In fact, the authors of many of the studies he cited have outright said that Damore was incorrect in his conclusions.

Nevertheless, the leaked memo helped to ignite a debate. It has been known for years that the figures for women working in STEM are pretty terrible, especially in technology and engineering. As a result, many companies have instituted policies that allow them to encourage women into these fields-- sometimes in the form of positive discrimination, and sometimes through offering additional support.

Depressingly, there has been a backlash against such hir…

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Having a pet can be a great blessing. Whether you have children or not, you can often find that your cat or dog feels like your baby. So much so, they’re often your first or last child! And when this is the case, they’re going to be just as integral to your everyday lives as anyone else in the family. You care for them, you look after them, you love them; just as you would a child. So when life changes come around, you have to make sure that you think about your pets during the process, just as you would your child.

And there’s no exception to this when it comes to moving house. We all know that moving can be one of the most stressful things you can do in life. Having to get everything you own together, pack it all up, and then move it and unpack it again someplace new, can be super difficult to take on - especially in a short space of time. It can also be quite unsettling. Moving is something that young children don’t always understand, because leaving their home can feel alien to …