Martin from Roanoke, VA, asks, "How can certifications help me move up in my career, and what should I do to get started?"
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Category: Job and Career Advice
Advice to Consider before Quitting Your Job
Greg from St. Paul, MN, asks, "Given the economy, is it wise to quit a job I'm unhappy with and treated poorly in?"
Get a Job and Go Green
Shawn from Phoenix, AZ, asks, “I’ve heard of green jobs and supported clean energy organizations that create jobs for folks. What other areas create green jobs for workers?”
File Your Taxes for Free and Claim the Credits You Earned
Rita from Corpus Christi asks, “How can I get help filing my taxes and be sure that I get all the tax credits that I qualify for?”
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Need a Job? Consider Work-at-Home Employment
Keiko from San Francisco, CA, asks, “What are good options for work-at-home jobs?”
Overcome Job Discrimination as an Older Worker
Ron from Austin, TX, asks, "I’m 61 and facing discrimination against older workers in my workplace. I don’t want to leave my job, but want my colleagues to see the value that I bring to our office. Any advice?"
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First-Time Tips for a Teenage Job Seeker
Kiara from Omaha, NE, asks, "I'm 15 years old and trying to find my first job. What's your advice?"
Community College Increases Career and Financial Prospects
Jeannie from Charleston, WV, asks, “I’m employed but my job doesn’t pay enough to keep up with my household expenses. How do I find out about training opportunities that can help me get into a job that pays higher wages?”
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Find a Job if You Have a Criminal Background
Wes from Nashville, TN, asks, "I’ve been in prison for four years and have six months to go before I’m released. I’m already starting to worry about finding a job when I get out. How can I get back to work when even people with clean records and a great résumé are having trouble finding employment?"
Six Questions to Consider before Starting Your Own Business
June from San Francisco, CA, asks: "I have a job that doesn’t really challenge me. I have great ideas for a new business, but need help getting started. How would I begin to get this idea off the ground?"
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Keep Stress Down and Spirits High This Holiday Season
Monica from Huntsville, AL, asks, "I'm working extra through the holiday season, but I want to be there for my family, too. Any tips for keeping the holiday spirit without stressing out too much?"
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Need a Job? See Which Sectors Are Hiring
Darren from Brunswick, ME, asks, “I’m looking for new career paths, but don’t want to get persue a field that has a limited number of available positions and opportunities for growth. What are some sectors that are doing the most hiring now?”
