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Nominate a Gold Star Spouse to Receive a Day of Pampering at Southern Star Salon

Nominations for Gold Star Spouses can be Submitted via the Salon’s Facebook Page Gold Star Spouses Day is Monday, April 5. To honor spouses who have lost their loved one in the line of duty, and the sacrifices their families have made for our country, Southern Careers Institute (SCI), through ...
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10 Soft Skills Employers are Hiring for in 2021

Hiring the right person isn’t just about finding someone who can perform the duties and tasks of the job. Hiring managers look beyond certifications, degrees, and technical skills and evaluating a candidate’s soft skills. While your credentials may get you the interview, soft skills will get you the job offer. ...
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New truck driver leverages these insider budgeting tips for truckers to maximize his earnings and smiles.
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Insider Budgeting Tips for Truckers

You’ve got your commercial driver’s license now what? Sure! You’re not stuck in a cubical or attending endless meetings. Being a long-haul truck driver has a few of its own challenges. And, the first, is how to save money on the road. Creating — and sticking to — a budget ...
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Tools of The Trade: What Tools Does a New Welder Need?

As an entry-level welder or welding apprentice, you may be wondering, ‘What tools does a new welder need to give projects a professional touch?”. The truth is, you need a set of essential welder tools to complete intensive welding projects and earn a great salary. The tools of a welder ...
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Fulfilling Jobs in Technology for Game-Changers

The technology industry is far more expansive than some might believe. It isn’t just about creating technology for your everyday needs — and it most definitely isn’t boring. If you’re someone who passionately believes in finding ways to make our world better, here are five fulfilling jobs in technology that ...
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Tips for Improving Your Reading Comprehension as an Adult

How to Improve Your Reading Improving adult reading comprehension isn’t hard if you take the right approach. Here are our favorite tools and strategies to become a better reader as an adult. Read in Smaller Sections One of the best tips for understanding more of what you read is to ...
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How Coding Classes for Kids Can Set Them up for Future Success

One skill that has become incredibly valuable is coding. Not only can coding introduce kids to the amazing possibilities of technology, but it also teaches them an essential skill that can be used in just about any industry. Having coding classes offered at schools or taking an online coding class ...
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How to Learn Python From Scratch

It may seem intimidating to learn Python, especially when you don’t have any prior experience in coding. However, it’s an easy program to learn, and with a few tips, it can be a quick language to learn from scratch. Python, an interpreted general-purpose programming language, can be a tremendous asset ...
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How Adult Education Has Evolved for the Tech Sector

According to a 2019 study conducted by Indeed, nearly half of the people surveyed said that they underwent at least one major career change in their lives. The study also found that this wasn’t an impulsive decision — the average age of respondents was 39 and the average time spent making ...
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Frontend vs Backend Development – What’s the Difference?

Building websites requires work on both the frontend and backend. Think of frontend vs backend development like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich — they complement each other perfectly and are necessary to make something complete. Frontend vs Backend Development If you’re interested in learning more about website development, then ...
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