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How to Explain a Work Gap When Returning to Corporate

If you’ve found yourself unemployed for some reason at any time in your career and are seeking a return to a corporate job position, then you may need to explain that work gap to a hiring manager.

While it’s not …

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Empowering Women in Welding: Stacey Mrva, Metal Sculptor (SkillHero Spotlight)

In the quiet corners of upstate New York, Stacey Mrva is bringing spreading her passion for welding and metalwork by forging a community of women looking to expand their skillsets and try something new.

Stacey, a skilled welder and artist, …

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A Day in the Life: Medical-Surgical Hospital Nurse

Dan Bratton, RN, BSN, works rotating shifts at the medium sized (220 beds) Good Samaritan General Hospital. For two weeks, Dan works 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the next two weeks will be 3 to 11:30 p.m., and the next …

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Career Coach is a web-based service that helps identify strengths, explore in-demand careers, and find the right program to achieve …

To support all families in accessing high-quality child care, the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides financial assistance to low-income …

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