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	<title>career counselors</title>
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				<title>Marriage Counselors</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2008 20:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>marriage counselors</category><category>marriage counselor</category><category>family counselors</category><category>career counselors</category><category>gravity of the situation</category><category>happy relationship</category><category>requisite experience</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/marriage-counselors</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Counselors are professionals whom we approach for advice when we encounter a problem or difficulty in our lives. Counselors depending on their area of specialization are of different types like family counselors, marriage counselors, and career counselors to name a few. These people are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Counselors are professionals whom we approach for advice when we encounter a problem or difficulty in our lives. Counselors depending on their area of specialization are of different types like <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+counselors" rel="tag">family counselors</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+counselors" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+counselor" rel="tag">marriage counselor</a>s</a>, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselors" rel="tag">career counselors</a> to name a few. These people are specialists in their respective fields and are equipped with the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/requisite+experience" rel="tag">requisite experience</a> and expertise to handle various kinds of problems. <br /><br /> Coming to marriage counselors, they like all counselors are patient listeners who would also be in a position to offer you sound advice to rectify the problems in your marriage and to put your life or marriage back on the right track. <br /><br /> They give you a patient hearing, understand your individual problem and analyze the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gravity+of+the+situation" rel="tag">gravity of the situation</a> and provide a solution accordingly. The services of a marriage counselor are very useful to those who desperately need a listener to pour out their woes. Marriage Counselors maintain total confidentiality regarding their clients and the information divulged. They can be trusted to discuss all your problems so that you are able to find a good solution to improve your relationship and save your marriage. <br /><br /> Generally, couples that are faced with problems in their marital life and are unable to find a solution on their own, seek the help of marriage counselors. They provide advice and have an unbiased scientific approach and can therefore help in bringing the couple together by finding a solution to their problems. A counselor provides a number of services to bring the couple together. <br /><br /> =B7 He gives a patient hearing to his clients. <br /><br /> =B7 The counselor helps the couple to discuss problems, which they had problem bringing up. <br /><br /> =B7 He is able to give an unbiased judgment after listening to the two parties (the husband and the wife) and also is in a position to guide them to make the required changes for a better and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/happy+relationship" rel="tag">happy relationship</a>. <br /><br /> =B7 Issues that the couple had probably overlooked or avoided are brought to the table for discussion by the marriage counselor. <br /><br /> =B7 He helps them to identify and accept the things that cannot be change. <br /><br /> Marriage counselors can be of great help to couples who have ceased to find a solution to their marital problems but for whom the desire to save their marriage still exists. It is important under such circumstances that they seek professional help from a marriage counselor rather than letting their marriage fail. Approaching a marriage counselor with their problems should not be a last resort. The step should be taken as soon as one partner finds cracks building up in their relationship. Seeking timely help of a counselor would help restore the marriage. <br /><br /> A marriage ideally is for a lifetime and if a little help from someone who is a specialist in the field can help, why hesitate to take the first step?   <bio>Sig Yanosway has been a professional near the counseling field for 30 years. For know more about Sig yanosway visit to: <a href="http://family-marriage-counseling.com" >http://family-marriage-counseling.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>When Your Career Becomes Very Stressful</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Aug 2006 16:27:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career counselors</category><category>career coaches</category><category>career skills</category><category>find a job</category><category>change careers</category><category>change jobs</category><category>anxieties</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/when-your-career-becomes-very-stressful</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[What do you do when the career you have chosen stresses you out? When this happens, it is easy to get depressed since your career is very important. As a result, here are some suggestions on how to deal with your career anxieties.  Determine why your career makes you stressed out. Maybe its some]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[What do you do when the career you have chosen stresses you out? When this happens, it is easy to get depressed since your career is very important. As a result, here are some suggestions on how to deal with your career <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/anxieties" rel="tag">anxieties</a>. <br /><br /> Determine why your career makes you stressed out. Maybe its some aspect of your career that makes you anxious or maybe you need a new job. Do some soul searching and determine the main causes of your career anxieties. Once you know why you are stressed, then develop a plan of action. <br /><br /> Maybe it is not your career that is stressful, but instead your job that is the problem. If it is your job that makes you anxious then try to find ways to improve the situation. If this doesn't work then <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/change+jobs" rel="tag">change jobs</a>. <br /><br /> Sometimes it may be the career itself that is the problem. Do not be afraid to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/change+careers" rel="tag">change careers</a> if you have to. People nowadays change careers for various reasons. Many adults go back to school to get the necessary training for their new career. The important thing is to determine which career best suits you. <br /><br /> Remember you have options. There are all kinds of jobs and careers out there so do not feel that your back is in the corner. If you do not know what to do, then take a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+skills" rel="tag">career skills</a> assessment test which will determine what kind of job or career best suits your particular interests and skill sets. <br /><br /> There are many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+coaches" rel="tag">career coaches</a> that can give you additional advice. Your local college has <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselors" rel="tag">career counselors</a> that can give you much assistance and provide you with information on a variety of careers. <br /><br /> It is important to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/find+a+job" rel="tag">find a job</a> or career that makes you feel good about yourself. Do not just take a job because the money is good or because it will impress your friends. You're the one who has to go to work everyday, so find something that you like to do and also will pay the bills. It will take some work, but eventually you will find something.   <bio>Stan Popovich is the author of "A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear" an easy to read book that presents a overview of techniques that are effective in managing persistent fears and anxieties. For additional information go to: <a href="http://www.managingfear.com" >http://www.managingfear.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Top 5 Things To Consider When Thinking Of Changing Your Career Path</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Feb 2008 06:35:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career fulfillment</category><category>changing your career</category><category>changing careers</category><category>career path</category><category>strengths and weaknesses</category><category>career change</category><category>job</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-top-5-things-to-consider-when-thinking-of-changing-your-career-path</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Change is inevitable but that doesn't mean one cannot learn to make something worthwhile of the necessary changes that life presents us with. Careers are great; they keep you on a steady part. When you choose a career, it helps you narrow down your options and helps you build yourself better. But]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Change is inevitable but that doesn't mean one cannot learn to make something worthwhile of the necessary changes that life presents us with. Careers are great; they keep you on a steady part. When you choose a career, it helps you narrow down your options and helps you build yourself better. But there comes a time in life when you just have to own up to yourself that things are not going right in your chosen career and you may have to consider <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/changing+your+career" rel="tag">changing your career</a> path. <br /><br /> Here are the top 5 things to consider when thinking of changing your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+path" rel="tag">career path</a> <br /><br /> Fulfillment <br /><br /> No matter how much you are earning in your chosen career, fulfillment must never be undervalued. You need fulfillment in your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/job" rel="tag">job</a> to really enjoy the benefits that come with it. A lot of people have changed jobs and careers because of lack of fulfillment and are having the time of their lives today. When you are thinking of a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+change" rel="tag">career change</a>, fulfillment must be top on your list of considerations. <br /><br /> Your career is what takes up a lot of your time. You invest in your education and basically guide your life by it. You can't afford not to enjoy it because not enjoying your career is simply not enjoying your life. So when changing your career path you must make sure that what you are opting for gives you more fulfillment than what you presently have. <br /><br /> Required Skills <br /><br /> What are the required skills in the career you are thinking of changing to? It is very important you know you know these. You need to know what you need to get to get what you want. Do you have to go back to school? Will your present skills or education be useful in the new career? You need to really take your time to know whether you will be able to acquire the skills easily or not. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/strengths+and+weaknesses" rel="tag">Strengths and Weaknesses</a> <br /><br /> When thinking of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/changing+careers" rel="tag">changing careers</a>, you must take a critical look at  yourself and consider your strengths and weaknesses. Choose a career that accommodates your strengths and weaknesses. One in which you can enjoy being yourself and make money doing it. <br /><br /> Money <br /><br /> While it is important to get fulfillment from your job and career, it is also important you review the financial implications of changing careers. You need to be realistic about your pending career change. Know how much you have to spend to get yourself ready for the change. Know how much money you will need to acquire the necessary skills and or education to enjoy the best of the new career. <br /><br /> Do you have the financial capability to change careers now? Will it be worth it financially, changing careers now? You really need to answer these questions to make the right decision. <br /><br /> Help <br /><br /> In making in a great decision in changing your career path, you may need help. Never hesitate to ask for it. There are specialists in the field, like career counselors, who can help you put everything in perspective and guide you in making the right decision. They also can help you in putting all the above factors to use.   <bio>If you are looking for a career change, Trios offers career training and development to fit your lifestyle and help you fulfill your dreams for the future. <a href="http://www.trios.com/career/" >http://www.trios.com/career/</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Free Effective Marriage Counseling Advice Online</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jun 2006 12:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>marriage counselors</category><category>marriage counseling</category><category>marriage problem</category><category>marriage problems</category><category>definitely</category><category>harmonious relationship</category><category>advices</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/free-effective-marriage-counseling-advice-online</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ In reality, marriage is one of the most difficult tasks to handle. Problems and quirks are normal things to encounter in marriage. However, couples still choose to stay in the bond of marriage so save the holy matrimony. But some couple are not able to handle things well, so they definitely have]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ In reality, marriage is one of the most difficult tasks to handle. Problems and quirks are normal things to encounter in marriage. However, couples still choose to stay in the bond of marriage so save the holy matrimony. But some couple are not able to handle things well, so they <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/definitely" rel="tag">definitely</a> have to seek help from the authorities. Who are these authorities? <br /><br /> One way to seek help is to ask advice from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+counselors" rel="tag">marriage counselors</a>. They are considered the doctors in terms of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+problem" rel="tag">marriage problem</a>s. As you know, marriage is very important especially when there are kids in the family. So it is important to hold on to the relationship. <br /><br /> One among though things to handle is marriage. If a problem arises between the couple, at least one should be concern about how to solve it. One should seek the solution and one among the most effective solution is to seek for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/advices" rel="tag">advices</a> from the marriage counselors. <br /><br /> It is good for someone in the relationship to be educated about how marriages are handled. One way to educate self is by attending the sessions about marriages. You can also open up you problems so the counselors will give you advices on how you can handle your marriage problem well. You should only listen carefully so you would know how to deal with it correctly. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+counseling" rel="tag">Marriage counseling</a> is a form of confrontation where in the topic is all about marriage. it is normal for couple to experience difficulties in marriages, this is why counselors are willing to help them with their concerns. Counselors can be a good help to these couples by listening to their problems and giving out advices in which the couple should follow in order to maintain a good and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/harmonious+relationship" rel="tag">harmonious relationship</a>. <br /><br /> You should also take into consideration the credentials and qualifications of the marriage counselors that you are going to relay your problems on. Of course, to convey trust you must know the background of your counselors. From this you will know that the counselor you will be handing over your problems are professional and will sure help you with your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+problems" rel="tag">marriage problems</a>. <br /><br /> You can also look for counselors that give free marriages advices. There are many marriage counselors online can help you with your concern but will not ask anything from you. <br /><br /> The online marriage counselors will also discuss to you the different traditional arguments about marriage. if you cannot afford to pay for a therapist, you can use online marriage counseling to solve your problems with marriage. the only problem with this is the lack of live activities. <br /><br /> Online marriage counseling is very new in the net, so regulation should be established first. However, it can be a great help for those who want to seek for help but do not have much budget to spend. Everyone with marriage problems can log on to the particular site and seek help. <br /><br /> Counseling is one of the effective ways to save marriages. Free online marriage counseling is made available for you so you do not have to worry about paying dollars on therapist just to help you seek solutions to your marriage problem. The important thing is the self involvement. You should have faith and be patience to live a happy married life.   <bio>You Can Save Your Marriage And Secure For Yourself And Your Spouse A Great Future That Can Be Enjoyed Forever! Visit <a href="http://www.salvagemarriage.com">http://www.salvagemarriage.com</a> for more details! Active hyperlink must remain to use this article. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Career -- A Self Help Guide</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/career-a-self-help-guide</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career career</category><category>choosing a career</category><category>career counselors</category><category>life career</category><category>choice career</category><category>career coaches</category><category>chosen career</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/career-a-self-help-guide</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Could you hope to live without a career all life despite inheriting a legacy? Career is not just about living out of inherited money, nor is it limited to earning livelihood. Holistically speaking it is the progression of ones working or professional life. Career indeed means a lot these days.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Could you hope to live without a career all life despite inheriting a legacy? Career is not just about living out of inherited money, nor is it limited to earning livelihood. Holistically speaking it is the progression of ones working or professional life. Career indeed means a lot these days. Nowadays, parents start grooming their children from the day one she starts her education, guide and help their children choose their career. <br /><br /> Choosing and Making a Career <br /><br /> To some, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/choosing+a+career" rel="tag">choosing a career</a> is as simple as a ready to eat preparation served in a silver bowl, because their career is inherited through legacy. Still they don't spare a stone unturned in their efforts to just pursue it and make successful careers. For example, Henry Ford, who is the third generation person to carry on the legacy of his parents successfully, has toiled hard to expand the empire beyond the Atlantic Ocean. <br /><br /> Students should start thinking about their careers while in High School. Career exploring in various fields such as Accountancy, Finance, Law, Engineering and Medical, Business Management etc should be given a serious thought while they are still in College level. Well planning and choosing the appropriate line of study will definitely get you a good pick of your own choice. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselors" rel="tag">Career Counselors</a> prove beneficial in personal development and if you need them to, they can double up as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+coaches" rel="tag">career coaches</a> who guide you in choosing your career. They assess your scope of interest, ability, your personality and style of working and accordingly, help you choose your career. <br /><br /> Career development <br /><br /> Did you know choosing a career is much easier rather than developing it? Landing a suitable job may take less than a year but making a career is for the rest of your working life. Once you land up at your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/chosen+career" rel="tag">chosen career</a>, you must try to manage it carefully by gaining deeper knowledge and skills, working ethically and with integrity, and climb the ladder of success, to achieve your goals by rising to a higher level or position in that organization. Slightest initial complacency would mean a longer stay at the same level for a long time, develop leadership qualities within and rise to higher level. Work conditions and ethics permit that you can have multiple careers to explore your capabilities. Be good at decision-making and this will be the step forward to boost your career. Never give up hope, as the saying goes `In every difficulty lies an opportunity'.   <bio>NamSing Then is a regular article contributor on many topics. Be sure to visit his other websites <a href="http://www.career-foryou.info/career-opportunity.html" >http://www.career-foryou.info/career-opportunity.html</a> and <a href="http://www.career-foryou.info/career-change.html" >http://www.career-foryou.info/career-change.html</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Telecommuters Need A Career Plan</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/telecommuters-need-a-career-plan</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2006 18:27:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career plan</category><category>career plans</category><category>telecommuting job</category><category>job search</category><category>family budget</category><category>letter of resignation</category><category>budget support</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/telecommuters-need-a-career-plan</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[andquot;You must have a career plan before you go out into this big world of ours,andquot; reinforced the professor delivering the commencement address during graduation! High school and college guidance counselors repeatedly tell students of the importance of having a career plan.  It is important to]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[andquot;You must have a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+plan" rel="tag">career plan</a> before you go out into this big world of ours,andquot; reinforced the professor delivering the commencement address during graduation! High school and college guidance counselors repeatedly tell students of the importance of having a career plan. <br /><br /> It is important to note that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+plans" rel="tag">career plans</a> aren't just for those who work offline. Telecommuters should have one also. Before you can map out your career plan, you need to understand career plans. <br /><br /> Consider a career plan akin to planning your next vacation. You need to decide where you will go, in which mode of transportation you will travel, determine the best route to take and then how to ensure you have a good time once you arrive. <br /><br /> Spontaneously deciding one Friday night that you will not ever again return to your job because you want to telecommute is not a recommended course of action. The first decision you have to make is deciding what kind of work you want to spend your time doing. <br /><br /> Do you like working with numbers, databases, marketing collateral, search engine optimization, building websites, writing content or something entirely different? If you don't settle in with something you like to do, your telecommuting career won't last long. <br /><br /> Next determine if you can make any money working in your chosen area. Can your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+budget" rel="tag">family budget</a> support your start up costs? You should have a website, business cards and may need to pay for some initial advertising. <br /><br /> Can your family budget survive the initial lean months? If not, you will have to work your new <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/telecommuting+job" rel="tag">telecommuting job</a> search and any jobs you are hired to do while you are still employed outside the home. Once your at-home telecommuting income stabilizes, then you can submit your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/letter+of+resignation" rel="tag">letter of resignation</a> and leave behind the daily commute to work. <br /><br /> Once you've reviewed your destination, determined where you're going and how you will get there, you're off to a good start. Just make sure you have enough andquot;traveler's checksandquot; in case of an emergency. Once you have thoroughly examined your road map -- your career plan, then hang on and enjoy the ride!  <bio>Nell Taliercio is known as the Telecommuting Answer Lady and owns <a href="http://www.telecommutingmoms.com" >http://www.telecommutingmoms.com</a> where you can locate legitimate work at home jobs and practical advice to start working at home tomorrow! </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Find Your Dream Career</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-your-dream-career</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Dec 2006 04:27:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>dream career</category><category>career descriptions</category><category>finding a career</category><category>career counselor</category><category>bad jobs</category><category>finding your dream</category><category>francois botha</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-your-dream-career</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Are you searching for your dream career? Have you gone through many bad jobs, and are finally getting tired of it? Do you just want to find a career that you like? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are in the same boat as a lot of people. The bottom line is that finding a career]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Are you searching for your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dream+career" rel="tag">dream career</a>? Have you gone through many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bad+jobs" rel="tag">bad jobs</a>, and are finally getting tired of it? Do you just want to find a career that you like? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are in the same boat as a lot of people. The bottom line is that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/finding+a+career" rel="tag">finding a career</a> that you like is not always the easiest thing to do. Some people go through many careers before they finally find the one that is right for them. At the same time, there are many others who find their dream career the first time out. Regardless of what situation you are in, you can find your dream career if you put your mind to it. <br /><br /> The first step to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/finding+your+dream" rel="tag">finding your dream</a> career is determining what it is. After all, if you do not know what your dream career is, how can you ever find it? You can get information on many different careers by searching online or talking with a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselor" rel="tag">career counselor</a>. The point is you need to know what is out there to find what you are interested in the most. <br /><br /> When you know what career you want to try out, you will then want to search far and wide for the best position. This can be done by going through the classifieds in your local newspaper and also using the internet job boards. The more jobs that you come across, the better chance you have of finding one that is your dream career. You should not make the mistake of only searching in one place or in one location. If you do this you will have a very difficult time pinpointing your dream career. <br /><br /> Overall, finding your dream career may take you many years. But one thing is for sure; if you put the time into searching for your dream career you will get it in the end. And all in all, this is the only thing that counts when everything is said and done.  <bio><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/francois+botha" rel="tag">Francois Botha</a> has written over 1000 articles on various career subjects. For more information on <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/</a> or <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/complete-list-of-careers.htm" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/complete-list-of-careers.htm</a> check his website. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Geologist Career</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/geologist-career</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2006 20:27:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>geologist</category><category>career descriptions</category><category>composition of the earth</category><category>geology</category><category>www career</category><category>rock formations</category><category>careers available</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/geologist-career</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A career in geology can be very rewarding in a number of different ways. But before you get too excited about a geologist career you will want to make sure that you know what you are getting yourself into. After all, a geologist career is not among the most common. Sure, there are many geologist]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[A career in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/geology" rel="tag">geology</a> can be very rewarding in a number of different ways. But before you get too excited about a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/geologist" rel="tag">geologist</a> career you will want to make sure that you know what you are getting yourself into. After all, a geologist career is not among the most common. Sure, there are many geologist <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/careers+available" rel="tag">careers available</a>, but if you do not know what you are getting yourself into you may not have much luck when it comes to finding the job that is right for you. <br /><br /> Generally speaking, a geologist career has to do with somebody who studies the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/composition+of+the+earth" rel="tag">composition of the earth</a>; more particularly the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rock+formations" rel="tag">rock formations</a>. As you can probably imagine, there are not too many of these jobs available. But if you think that a geologist career is right for you, there is no reason for you to back down from the industry. Sure, you are going to be up against a lot of competition, but this is the truth no matter what career you are interested in. As long as you know what types of geologist careers are available, you will be able to give yourself the best chance of finding one that suits your needs. <br /><br /> If you think that a career in geology is right for you, look into the details a bit further. You can do plenty of research on geologist careers by simply going online and searching for it. In addition, there are many books that are devoted to geology as well. They will give you a good idea as to what is available in the industry today. All you have to do is take the time to search for the information that will best help you out. <br /><br /> Overall, a geologist career is a great way to spend your life. You can make a lot of money in the field of geology, and it is also a very interesting. As long as you know what a geologist career is all about, you should not have any problems getting started.  <bio>Francois is an author at <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk</a> and a popular publisher of many Geologist Career articles. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Career Development Takes Work</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2006 06:32:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career development</category><category>career counselor</category><category>proactive steps</category><category>fortunately</category><category>definitely</category><category>dreams</category><category>fit</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/career-development-takes-work</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Do you currently have the career of your dreams? If so, congratulations on all your hard work, because I'm quite sure that your success and accomplishment didn't happen over night. If you do not have the career you have always dreamed of, do not worry, you can get there. Career development isn't]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Do you currently have the career of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dreams" rel="tag">dreams</a>? If so, congratulations on all your hard work, because I'm quite sure that your success and accomplishment didn't happen over night. If you do not have the career you have always dreamed of, do not worry, you can get there. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+development" rel="tag">Career development</a> isn't easy, but it is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/definitely" rel="tag">definitely</a> worth it. <br /><br /> Career development can mean a lot of things. Here, for my purposes, I simply mean doing the things you have to do to get the career you really want. The first step in the process of career development is to figure out - really figure out - the career you want to have. This may be harder than it seems. You really need to know yourself, know what you're good at, and know what excites you. Not many people last long in a career that they hate. Career development begins with taking a close look at yourself. See a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselor" rel="tag">career counselor</a> for even more help or to take tests that will help you to determine your personality and jobs that will <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fit" rel="tag">fit</a> it well. <br /><br /> Once you have determined a career or two that seems like it will fit you and your dreams, continue with your career development by discovering what needs to happen for you to be qualified for the career you want. Career development does not happen in an instant or even in a year, it may take years of hard work to get to where you want to be. It is important to be realistic about your goals and about the process. Does more education need to take place for your career development? Or perhaps you just need some special training courses in your field but you do not need another degree? Find these things out and then begin pursuing it. <br /><br /> Career development is important because I am convinced that it is important that people spend their lives on things they care about and feel like they can do well at. There is nothing worse than spending years of your life in an unsatisfying career. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fortunately" rel="tag">Fortunately</a>, you do not have to let that be the story of your life. Take <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/proactive+steps" rel="tag">proactive steps</a> that put you in control of your career development. <br /><br /> I guess what I'm simply trying to say is this: life is hard. Work is hard. Work is much easier and life is much better when it is doing a career that you love. Believe that it is possible for you to have a career that you love and then commit to whatever career development is necessary for you. It will be worth it for years to come.   <bio>It took Martin Stoleman a few years to make it through the necessary career development for his now career as an author. See more at <a href="http://www.careerdevelopmenthelp.info">http://www.careerdevelopmenthelp.info</a> for the sake of your future. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Career Descriptions</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 22:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career descriptions</category><category>people find</category><category>career counselor</category><category>www career</category><category>fact of the matter</category><category>job</category><category>matter of minutes</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/career-descriptions</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are searching for a new career or are trying to decide what major to take up in college, you will need to learn a bit about what type of jobs are available. The best way to do this is by finding career descriptions in the fields that you are most interested. If you think that it is difficult]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are searching for a new career or are trying to decide what major to take up in college, you will need to learn a bit about what type of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/job" rel="tag">job</a>s are available. The best way to do this is by finding <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+descriptions" rel="tag">career descriptions</a> in the fields that you are most interested. If you think that it is difficult to find career descriptions you are way off base. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fact+of+the+matter" rel="tag">fact of the matter</a> is that if you put a little bit of time forth you should be able to find career descriptions sooner than you ever thought possible. <br /><br /> One of the best places to search for career descriptions is online. When you use the internet to search for career descriptions you will find everything that you need within a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/matter+of+minutes" rel="tag">matter of minutes</a>. Even if you are searching for descriptions of careers that are not common, if you rely on the internet you will always find what you are in need of. The fact of the matter is that career descriptions are all over the internet; it is up to you to find them. <br /><br /> Also, if you are in college a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselor" rel="tag">career counselor</a> can help you out. They can give you career descriptions on anything that you are interested in. This is a great option because they can also answer any questions that you may have. <br /><br /> Finally, there are many books that are meant to help <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/people+find" rel="tag">people find</a> careers. If you buy one of these books you will have plenty of information at your fingertips in no time at all. <br /><br /> Overall, career descriptions are what you need in order to make a good decision about your future job. If you know what different careers are all about, you should not run into any problems when you are trying to determine what you want to do. Use every resource that is available so that you can find plenty of career descriptions.  <bio>Francois is an experienced writer of many <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/complete-list-of-careers.htm" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/complete-list-of-careers.htm</a> and <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk</a> articles and newsletters for many popular job websites. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Steps To Become Eligible For Your Dream Career</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 14:27:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>dime a dozen</category><category>career fairs</category><category>job</category><category>medical professions</category><category>college graduates</category><category>college degrees</category><category>chemistry biology</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/steps-to-become-eligible-for-your-dream-career</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The number of college graduates has increased dramatically over the past 40 years. In 1997, for example, 30.2% of men and 28% of women entering the work force had College degrees. The percentages have continued to increase. While college students with degrees aren't exactly a dime a dozen, the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The number of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/college+graduates" rel="tag">college graduates</a> has increased dramatically over the past 40 years. In 1997, for example, 30.2% of men and 28% of women entering the work force had <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/college+degrees" rel="tag">College degrees</a>. The percentages have continued to increase. While college students with degrees aren't exactly a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dime+a+dozen" rel="tag">dime a dozen</a>, the stand alone value of their degrees has decreased. Now a degreed worker has more College educated competition than ever before. <br /><br /> It is important to have the right college degree. This means understanding what you must study in College before you actually get there. You need to have an idea of what the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/job" rel="tag">job</a> market is going to be like four years in the future when you graduate. <br /><br /> If, for instance, you wanted to be a writer, you would need to enter and pass courses on English and journalism. If you wanted to be a doctor, you would need chemistry, biology and health sciences. You can't just pass your classes with a "C." You need to excel in your classes. It is important to remember that you are competing with others in your school and students in other schools for a limited number of medical school openings or other jobs in the future. While it might be tempting to take "Mickey Mouse" courses that are easy to pass, it won't help you in the future when you don't have any foundation to build on. Unless you are looking for an entry level low paying job, you need to get started in high school and decide what courses will help you get into the college of your choosing and, ultimately, the job you want. <br /><br /> You don't have to go it alone. There are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+fairs" rel="tag">career fairs</a> you can attend. You can meet with representatives of business, industry, fire departments. Rescue services, and even the military and ask questions about what you need to do to enter a specific field. Medical organizations also hold their own career fairs to give you an idea of the many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/medical+professions" rel="tag">medical professions</a> there are and the education level you need to achieve to enter them. <br /><br /> Most schools have guidance counselors on staff who can discuss career options with you. They know about college admission requirements and whether you are on track to meet them. They can also give advice about which scholarships, student loans or work programs are available at the college you want to attend. As well, they can provide advice about getting a two year degree at a community college or attending a four year college. They can also talk to you about which colleges have the best night school programs if case you have to work while attending school. The guidance counselors provide a competent service for free. <br /><br /> There is something called the School of Hard Knocks. Simply put, you learn from life experiences what's good for you and what's not. This is a very rough way to learn how to get the most out of life. Many adults find that, after years on a job, they are dissatisfied with where their lives have led them. They want to make changes. This means going back to school while working and supporting a family. It's long, hard work to take enough courses to get the right degree for a new job. Like you, they face competition from other college graduates. They have to plan what courses will put them in a new profession and give them an edge over the competition. <br /><br /> It's best to make your career decisions when you are young and still have your life ahead of you. You can make minor adjustments to your career path as you go along. If the criteria for a job change, you can change your courses to meet them, without introducing additional stress into your life.   <bio>More from this author at: <a href="http://www.mybusiness-magazine.com" >http://www.mybusiness-magazine.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Search With A Career Search</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2006 21:32:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career search</category><category>career counselor</category><category>career searches</category><category>career choice</category><category>cruise ships</category><category>job commitments</category><category>careers</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/search-with-a-career-search</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you are looking for the perfect career for you but are unsure of where to look or what to look for, then don't go any further without doing a career search. A career search is a great way to learn about potential careers without making any commitments or signing any contracts first.  The basic]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you are looking for the perfect career for you but are unsure of where to look or what to look for, then don't go any further without doing a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+search" rel="tag">career search</a>. A career search is a great way to learn about potential <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/careers" rel="tag">careers</a> without making any commitments or signing any contracts first. <br /><br /> The basic idea of a career search is two-fold. The first main purpose of doing a career search is to learn about all the possible careers that are available to be had as great professions. For example, you may know that some people make a great career out of being a chef, but have you ever considered being a chef that gets to travel the world and cook on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cruise+ships" rel="tag">cruise ships</a>? Or maybe you have considered nannying as a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+choice" rel="tag">career choice</a> for you. With a career search you may learn that you can be a nanny in another country and make just as much money if not more. <br /><br /> The possibilities for making money and for enjoying your career are nearly endless. Do not let yourself get sucked into a job you hate simply because you haven't taken the time to find a career that is right for you. As a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselor" rel="tag">career counselor</a>, I meet with far too many people each week that are stuck doing jobs they hate simply to pay the bills because they didn't know that other careers were really possible. So take my advice and do a career search before you make any other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/job+commitments" rel="tag">job commitments</a>. You just may be missing out on a career you could love. <br /><br /> A second main purpose of doing a career search is to learn more about yourself. You may not even have a good idea of what kinds of careers would fit your personality and skills until you do a career search to learn more about yourself. Take time to do some of the personality and skill tests that accompany <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+searches" rel="tag">career searches</a> and see what is right for you. If you are going to spend the majority of your life working, as most people do, than why not take your time and through a career search learn what is truly the best career for you. <br /><br /> Having a career you love is one of the most rewarding things in life. Doing a career search can be one of the easiest ways to discover what careers will bring you the best rewards.   <bio>Triston Huntsmin is a professional career counselor that encourages all potential-workers to do a career search before making a long term choice about careers. See <a href="http://www.careersearchhelp.info">http://www.careersearchhelp.info</a> for more. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Nursing Career</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2006 20:27:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career descriptions</category><category>career choices</category><category>finding a job</category><category>doctors office</category><category>amount of money</category><category>career in nursing</category><category>private health care</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/nursing-career</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In today's day and age there are many career choices that you can consider. But when it comes down to it, a nursing career is among the most popular. Over the past five to ten years careers in nursing have really taken off. If you are looking for a new way to make money or simply want to change]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[In today's day and age there are many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+choices" rel="tag">career choices</a> that you can consider. But when it comes down to it, a nursing career is among the most popular. Over the past five to ten years careers in nursing have really taken off. If you are looking for a new way to make money or simply want to change careers, you should look into nursing. With the demand as high as it is today, you should not have any problems <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/finding+a+job" rel="tag">finding a job</a> as soon as you are qualified. <br /><br /> The great thing about a nursing career is that you can get a job in a number of different settings. Of course you can work at a hospital if you are interested in a nursing career, but there are other options to look into as well. For example, you can work for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/private+health+care" rel="tag">private health care</a> practice and work in a doctor's office. As long as you keep an open mind you should not have any problems finding a nursing career that suits your needs. <br /><br /> And if money is on your mind, a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+in+nursing" rel="tag">career in nursing</a> is also a good option. Even though you may not be making as much as other medical professionals such as doctors or surgeons, you will make a decent <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/amount+of+money" rel="tag">amount of money</a>. And the great thing is that nurses usually start off with a relatively high salary. This is a huge advantage as opposed to having to work your way up the corporate ladder. <br /><br /> Overall, a nursing career may or may not be right for you. If you think that you would fit into this industry you should gather some more information on a career in nursing. You may find out that a nursing career is what you have been searching for. It only takes about two years to get the degree that you need. So if you think that you would make a great nurse and that you would love the job, start looking into where you can take classes.   <bio>Francois is the creator of <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk</a> and an author of many nursing career articles. Get more at Career choices. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Careers -- The Choice Of A Lifetime</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Apr 2006 03:50:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career counselors</category><category>tests</category><category>footsteps</category><category>carpenter</category><category>lawyer</category><category>be trapped</category><category>detail work</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/careers-the-choice-of-a-lifetime</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Wheeee! Schools out and now it's time for surging ahead in a career! But which career? How does one match their fantasies and ambitions with the realities of today's world? How can one even narrow down their own cherished dreams into one logical line of action?  Another group of people looking for]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Wheeee! Schools out and now it's time for surging ahead in a career! But which career? How does one match their fantasies and ambitions with the realities of today's world? How can one even narrow down their own cherished dreams into one logical line of action? <br /><br /> Another group of people looking for the right career are those who are already employed and dread going to work each day. They truly need to find a spot where the thought of going to work fills them with delight. Life is too short to allow oneself to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/be+trapped" rel="tag">be trapped</a> doing work that isn't meaningful or fulfilling. <br /><br /> We've come a long way when it comes to determining which career we want to spend our lives in. Until the last few decades, and still in some countries, a person followed in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/footsteps" rel="tag">footsteps</a> of their parents. If daddy were a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lawyer" rel="tag">lawyer</a>, there was no question about the son also being a lawyer. <br /><br /> If daddy were a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/carpenter" rel="tag">carpenter</a>, the son was also a carpenter, and he trained at his father's footsteps from the time he could walk and understand. <br /><br /> In some cultures today this tradition has a real value. In India, where the chanting of volume-long books is done by memory, only by being exposed to the sounds from an early age could one become a true master. These masters are called Vedic Pundits. Other religions also have this tradition. <br /><br /> Experts who act as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+counselors" rel="tag">career counselors</a> often use a battery of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tests" rel="tag">tests</a> to help someone fit into one of approximately 25 major industries.However, what one does within an industry is more important than which type of industry it is. <br /><br /> Many tests have been devised that indicate whether it is your basic nature at this time of your life to be a leader or a follower,whether you are very artistic and creative or whether you want to follow someone else's designs, whether you are exceptionally good at <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/detail+work" rel="tag">detail work</a> or whether precision just isn't your thing. These tests are well worth taking and then considering the results. <br /><br /> However, these results should not be taken as written in stone and being unchangeable. While education reflects that one has been exposed to knowledge and experiences that not everyone else has had, it also indicates that a person has possibly endured some very boring lectures and learned how to beat the system in order to get good grades and a diploma. <br /><br /> What many employers want these days is experience -- experience of any kind that shows initiative and thinking and survival skills.If you don't have a college degree or two, don't despair.You may be better off in finding your true career. <br /><br /> One inexpensive way to determine which type of career might be most fulfilling for you is to make a list of at least twenty-five people that you know. Then write out a paragraph for each one that states what type of work and which kind of company you feel that person is best suited for. Set these aside for a day, then go back and find the common qualities that are in each one. <br /><br /> You just might be amazed at the similarities. Because psychologists say that what we see in others is only a reflection of ourselves, and what we think others should do is really more true for our own actions,you will possibly find a very accurate description of your ideal career and how to obtain it.   <bio>Graeme Nortega is the webmaster of Careers which tackles all career issues.For more information, go to: <a href="http://www.fpcareers.com">http://www.fpcareers.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Setting Career Goals</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2007 22:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career goals</category><category>career descriptions</category><category>term career</category><category>term goals</category><category>new job</category><category>long term goal</category><category>www career</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/setting-career-goals</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you want to succeed within you career it is very important that you set goals. The fact of the matter is that setting career goals can go a long way in helping you to achieve both short and long term success. The main reason that a lot of people do not set career goals is because they are simply]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you want to succeed within you career it is very important that you set goals. The fact of the matter is that setting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+goals" rel="tag">career goals</a> can go a long way in helping you to achieve both short and long term success. The main reason that a lot of people do not set career goals is because they are simply too lazy. If you think about it you can set up plenty of goals in no time at all. The only thing that you have to do is take a few minutes of your time, and you can at least come up with a few goals that you are interested in reaching during your time in the work force. <br /><br /> When setting career goals you should look into both short and long term options. For instance, a short <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+career" rel="tag">term career</a> goal would be based around what you can accomplish in the next few months. This may be something as simple as closing a deal on a certain account, or finding a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/new+job" rel="tag">new job</a> that better suits your lifestyle. When setting short term career goals make sure that they are attainable. Many people make the mistake of setting these short <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+goals" rel="tag">term goals</a> that are entirely too difficult to reach. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/long+term+goal" rel="tag">Long term goal</a>s cover the span of many years. You may want to set a long term career goal that states where you want to be five years from now. Additionally, try to make all of your short term goals lead up to your long term goal. This way you can see yourself making progress over time. <br /><br /> If you want to be a success you need to set goals. This goes for many areas of life, but when it comes to your career this is very important. Sure, you can get by without setting any goals for your career, but why would you want to do this? When you set career goals you have a much better chance of enjoyment with your job, as well as making more money. <br /><br /> Take a few minutes to set some career goals that will put you on the right path to success.  <bio>Francois is an expert on <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk</a>. He has compiled a complete <a href="http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/complete-list-of-careers.htm" >http://www.career-descriptions.co.uk/complete-list-of-careers.htm</a> at his website with great career information. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Get On The Right Path: Career Development</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2007 21:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>career development issues</category><category>hypnosis</category><category>subconscious</category><category>going through the motions</category><category>mental blocks</category><category>motivation</category><category>magic trick</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-on-the-right-path-career-development</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Career development is something that is certainly worth worrying about. Sometimes, you have put in the amount of work necessary for advancing in a career and then you get to a certain point and hit a wall. You just lack the creativity, motivation, or time to really help develop that career. The]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Career development is something that is certainly worth worrying about. Sometimes, you have put in the amount of work necessary for advancing in a career and then you get to a certain point and hit a wall. You just lack the creativity, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/motivation" rel="tag">motivation</a>, or time to really help develop that career. The business world is getting extremely competitive and promotions are tough to come by. If you are just <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/going+through+the+motions" rel="tag">going through the motions</a>, then you are cheating yourself. Instead of spinning your wheels and wasting you own time, you should do something to get your mind back on your career and move on up. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+development+issues" rel="tag">Career development issues</a> can arise from a bunch of different sources. Some people are simply afraid to succeed. Maybe they had some failures in their youth and those have stuck close. Maybe they are scared of change that could be associated with career development. Whatever the case, these are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mental+blocks" rel="tag">mental blocks</a> that must be addressed in order to move on. Nobody thinks consciously about trying to stunt the growth of their career. It's an entirely <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/subconscious" rel="tag">subconscious</a> thing. Because of this, the cure must also be a subconscious thing. <br /><br /> One excellent way to address the career development issues within your mind is to go through <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hypnosis" rel="tag">hypnosis</a>. A lot of people don't know what hypnosis is and they would never consider it as a cure for their biggest problems. This is a mistake, though. Hypnosis should be considered because it allows people to address the things within their subconscious. Hypnosis is not just a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/magic+trick" rel="tag">magic trick</a> that you might see in Las Vegas or some other gimmick location. Instead, it is something that has helped people get over terrible conditions, including a constantly recurring problem with career development. <br /><br /> I have seen many clients that have had problems with their career. Some of these folks didn't have the motivation to be successful in a career. Others didn't truly believe that they could make it in a career. In both cases, hypnosis was able to address these subconscious concerns and get these people a little bit closer to moving their career forward. Hypnosis could work for you, as well. If you have been going through the motions at the workplace for too long and you need a solution, then get information about hypnosis and see if it is right for you. You might fight that hypnosis is the thing that pushes your career to the next level.   <bio>For more on career development and your career development plan, please visit Richard MacKenzie's website <a href="http://www.richardmackenzie.co.uk/shop/career-development-mp3.htm" >http://www.richardmackenzie.co.uk/shop/career-development-mp3.htm</a> and <a href="http://www.richardmackenzie.co.uk/career-development.htm" >http://www.richardmackenzie.co.uk/career-development.htm</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Does Your Career Offer Insurance Perks?</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2006 02:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>buy health insurance</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>buying health insurance</category><category>career path</category><category>choose a career</category><category>career related</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/does-your-career-offer-insurance-perks</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Since your career consumes a large portion of your life, you want to enjoy it, right? You want a career that will allow you to not only use your knowledge and skills, but one that will also challenge you to become better at whatever it is you do.  Unfortunately, we can't always choose a career]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Since your career consumes a large portion of your life, you want to enjoy it, right? You want a career that will allow you to not only use your knowledge and skills, but one that will also challenge you to become better at whatever it is you do. <br /><br /> Unfortunately, we can't always <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/choose+a+career" rel="tag">choose a career</a> based on what we like to do. Certain careers come with certain perks. Aside from a regular paycheck, we can assume that one of the most popular perks of any career is health insurance. Actually, unless you're so wealthy that doctor bills look like pocket change, health insurance goes beyond just being a career perk to being a necessity. <br /><br /> Of course, your career isn't the only option for obtaining health insurance -- any self-employed individual can vouch for that. So, what do you do if your career doesn't offer health insurance? <br /><br /> Consider <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/buying+health+insurance" rel="tag">buying health insurance</a> yourself. There are a couple of ways to do this. Look for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> by checking into purchasing it through any organizations to which you belong, or look for associations you can join that offer health insurance packages. It's even better if these organizations and associations are career-related. <br /><br /> If all else fails, you can always purchase <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> from an insurance company that sells health insurance. The costliest option, but who can afford to skimp when it comes to health care? <br /><br /> Let's face it -- health care doesn't come cheap, and any assistance we can get is always appreciated. Therefore, many of us find we need to consider the career perks -- or necessities -- of a particular career and employer before we make the decision to choose a particular <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/career+path" rel="tag">career path</a>. Mainly, we need to consider whether or not the career offers health insurance. If it does -- great! If it doesn't, we either need to look elsewhere for a career, or decide whether or not we can <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/buy+health+insurance" rel="tag">buy health insurance</a> ourselves.   <bio><a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Car-Tips.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Car-Tips.shtml</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Debt Consolidation Tips From The Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2006 14:27:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>debt consolidation company</category><category>debt consolidation debt</category><category>debt consolidation companies</category><category>debt consolidation credit</category><category>http</category><category>debt counselors</category><category>help</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/debt-consolidation-tips-from-the-pros</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Here are some of the important debt consolidation tips to consider  Search on-line as well as off-line  While considering debt consolidation, you may want to search for companies on-line as well as off-line. Visit your favourite search engine and search for debt consolidation and your city and]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Here are some of the important debt consolidation tips to consider <br /><br /> Search on-line as well as off-line <br /><br /> While considering debt consolidation, you may want to search for companies on-line as well as off-line. Visit your favourite search engine and search for debt consolidation and your city and state. Review the results and narrow down a handful of companies from the listings. You can also review your yellow pages for debt and credit counseling and list down a few companies. <br /><br /> Chose a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debt+consolidation+company" rel="tag">debt consolidation company</a> wisely <br /><br /> Once you have chosen the companies, start making phone calls and ask them questions you have about debt consolidation. It is important to consider working for a company who can answer all your questions and provide best debt solutions possible. Some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debt+counselors" rel="tag">debt counselors</a> are very busy and do not provide the best answers to you questions. In such cases, cross them off your list. You only want to work with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/debt+consolidation+companies" rel="tag">debt consolidation companies</a> where the counselors are willing to spend enough time for you. <br /><br /> Follow through on the advice <br /><br /> Debt counselors will <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/help" rel="tag">help</a> you create a budget and a debt management plan. Try to ask as many questions as possible and revert back to them if you need any further advise or assistance. It is by helping them you help yourself. Soon you will gain enough insight in the process and be comfortable about solving your debt. <br /><br /> Debt consolidation is no rocket science. However, it takes quiet an effort in choosing the right debt consolidation company. It helps asking for fees upfront and making sure there are no surprises down the line. If you know any friends or family members who have undergone debt consolidation, get necessary help since they are the best people who can provide you some insights on the best companies to work for.  <bio>Additional references: <a href="http://www.smackdebt.com/debt-consolidation/credit-card-debt.htm" >http://www.smackdebt.com/debt-consolidation/credit-card-debt.htm</a> <a href="http://www.smackdebt.com/debt-consolidation/debt-consolidation.htm" >http://www.smackdebt.com/debt-consolidation/debt-consolidation.htm</a> <a href="http://www.smackdebt.com/" >http://www.smackdebt.com/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Looking At Rehabilitation Counseling</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>rehabilitation counselors</category><category>rehabilitation counselor</category><category>life rehabilitation</category><category>rehabilitation program</category><category>persons with disabilities</category><category>people with disabilities</category><category>mental health counselors</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/looking-at-rehabilitation-counseling</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ What does a rehabilitation counselor do?  Rehabilitation counselors help people deal with the personal, social, and vocational effects of disabilities. They counsel people with disabilities resulting from birth defects, illness or disease, accidents, or the stress of daily life. They evaluate the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ What does a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rehabilitation+counselor" rel="tag">rehabilitation counselor</a> do? <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rehabilitation+counselors" rel="tag">Rehabilitation counselors</a> help people deal with the personal, social, and vocational effects of disabilities. They counsel <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/people+with+disabilities" rel="tag">people with disabilities</a> resulting from birth defects, illness or disease, accidents, or the stress of daily life. They evaluate the strengths and limitations of individuals, provide personal and vocational counseling, and arrange for medical care, vocational training, and job placement. Rehabilitation counselors interview both individuals with disabilities and their families, evaluate school and medical reports, and confer and plan with physicians, psychologists, occupational therapists, and employers to determine the capabilities and skills of the individual. Conferring with the client, they develop a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rehabilitation+program" rel="tag">rehabilitation program</a> that helps the client enjoy the highest possible quality of life. <br /><br /> Rehabilitation Counselors differ from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mental+health+counselors" rel="tag">mental health counselors</a> or psychologists on some very key points. The most notable being that rehabilitation counselors not only provide counseling, but also testing, vocational placement, advocacy and case management services. The core values of a rehabilitation counselor include the following: <br /><br /> 1. Facilitation of independence, integration, and inclusion of people with disabilities in employment and the community <br /><br /> 2. Belief in the dignity and worth of all people. <br /><br /> 3. Commitment to a sense of equal justice based on a model of accommodation to provide and equalize the opportunities to participate in all rights and privileges available to all people; and a commitment to supporting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/persons+with+disabilities" rel="tag">persons with disabilities</a> in advocacy activities to achieve this status and empower themselves. <br /><br /> 4. Emphasis on the holistic nature of human function <br /><br /> 5. Recognition of the importance of focusing on the assets of the person. <br /><br /> 6. Commitment to models of service delivery that emphasize integrated, comprehensive services which are mutually planned by the consumer and the rehabilitation counselor. <br /><br /> According to the Commission for Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. (2003). Scope of Practice for Rehabilitation Counseling. Retrieved 6/30/2007 from <a href="http://www.crccertification.com/pages/31research.html" >http://www.crccertification.com/pages/31research.html</a>), the following duties are part of the scope of practice of a Rehabilitation Counselor. Rehabilitation counseling is a systematic process which assists persons with physical, mental, developmental, cognitive, and emotional disabilities to achieve their personal, career, and independent living goals in the most integrated setting possible through the application of the counseling process. The counseling process involves communication, goal setting, and beneficial growth or change through self-advocacy, psychological, vocational, social, and behavioral interventions. The specific techniques and modalities utilized within this rehabilitation counseling process may include, but are not limited to assessment and appraisal; diagnosis and treatment planning; career (vocational) counseling; individual and group counseling treatment interventions focused on facilitating adjustments to the medical and psychosocial impact of disability; case management, referral, and service coordination; program evaluation and research; interventions to remove environmental, employment, and attitudinal barriers; consultation services among multiple parties and regulatory systems; job analysis, job development, and placement services, including assistance with employment and job accommodations; and the provision of consultation about and access to rehabilitation technology. <br /><br /> Where do Rehabilitation Counselors Work? <br /><br /> Many rehabilitation counselors work in human resources departments to aid organizations in developing reasonable accommodations, ensuring they are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, conducting job analysis to determine the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for each position at the agency and providing in-house counseling and/or case management to employees. Another group of rehabilitation counselors work in community health and vocational rehabilitation centers providing addictions and mental health counseling, case management and job placement services. Yet others work in private practice doing counseling, expert witness consultation, life care planning, personal training (with additional certification), teaching or research. Finally, rehabilitation counselors serve a vital role in hospitals where they provide post-injury counseling ande adovocacy to persons who are recovering from a traumatic brain injury, loss of a limb or other life-altering accident or illness. In short, if you love to help people, embrace a holistic philosophy and enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team, rehabilitation counseling provides you with a wide variety of possible job opportunities.   <bio>Dr. Snipes received her Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling and her PhD in Counseling and Education from the University of Florida. She has worked for 10 years in community mental health. Currently she runs a small internet-based church <a href="http://www.stlukesfamilychurch.info" >http://www.stlukesfamilychurch.info</a> and two online continuing education sites <a href="http://www.allceus.com" >http://www.allceus.com</a> and <a href="http://www.engineeringceus.com" >http://www.engineeringceus.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Choosing The Right Marriage Counselor Is Important</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 21:34:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>marriage counselor</category><category>marriage counselors</category><category>mental institutions</category><category>stress at work</category><category>unmarried couples</category><category>ups and downs</category><category>marriage and family</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-the-right-marriage-counselor-is-important</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ A couple during the course of their marriage, may experience several ups and downs. First of all, before choosing a marriage counselor, they must check if there is anything that they can solve by themselves. After all, if love can bring them together, sorting out issues can be handled. If after a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ A couple during the course of their marriage, may experience several <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ups+and+downs" rel="tag">ups and downs</a>. First of all, before choosing a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+counselor" rel="tag">marriage counselor</a>, they must check if there is anything that they can solve by themselves. After all, if love can bring them together, sorting out issues can be handled. If after a while, and after spending time and talking to each other, they find that it is not working, then they may seek a marriage counselor. <br /><br /> It may be the right time to approach a marriage counselor when there has been absolutely no conversation around the house for several weeks. The issues could be various, from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/stress+at+work" rel="tag">stress at work</a>, financial issues or even trivial things such as late night outs by either of the spouse. A good marriage counselor can help build the relationship to how it had been earlier. <br /><br /> A marriage counselor is a licensed therapist who can help married couples, or even <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unmarried+couples" rel="tag">unmarried couples</a>, sort out their differences. They will be able to see through the problem with a detachment, which will allow them to give them very fair as well as practical pieces of advice. They will help the couple maintain a very healthy relationship. <br /><br /> There are several factors that need to be looked into when it comes to choosing a marriage counselor. First one has to make sure that they are licensed. There may be therapists and counselors who are not licensed, and it may be a mistake going to them even if they are known to the couple, as they may be capable of giving complete advice. <br /><br /> Most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+counselors" rel="tag">marriage counselors</a> will need training much in advance before they get into actual practice. To ensure that the chosen marriage counselor has indeed completed training, would be a good move. They should also compulsorily be a member of the American Association for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage+and+family" rel="tag">marriage and family</a> therapy. The places where they practice from is also important. <br /><br /> Many of them will have private practices, and their own clinics. They may also work in hospitals, exclusive <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mental+institutions" rel="tag">mental institutions</a> or in nonprofit organizations. A couple could also ask the counselor if he has had experience with the type of problems that they are looking at, and if he is capable of handling the intensity of the problem. <br /><br /> Each marriage counselor must at least spend an hour with each couple, and this must also be taken into consideration, besides the fees that they charge for each session. One main thing that the couple will have to ask the counselor is how much time they need to spend with him. Based on this they may choose the counselor, as the one who cares will take the needed time to sort out the issues. <br /><br /> In case of emergencies, especially if either of the spouses is going through depression of a severe kind, the counselor should available. The couple should also check if the counselor is available at good hours, so that they may approach him when they can. The family doctor could be of great help in referring a good marriage counselor.   <bio>Sig Yanosway has been a professional near the counseling field for 30 years. Get marriage counseling advice at <a href="http://family-marriage-counseling.com/therapists-counselors.htm" >http://family-marriage-counseling.com/therapists-counselors.htm</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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