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August 10, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
The article explores alternatives to a traditional college path, noting that a degree’s return on investment is less certain due to the wage gap and student loan debt. It highlights three high-paying trade jobs—elevator installer/repairer ($76,490), subway/streetcar operator ($59,230), and oil/gas rotary drill operator ($61,070)—that don’t require a degree, with the potential to earn significantly more in the top
August 6, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
The article highlights two grassroots advocacy groups, Next Wave Advocacy and DDC Advocacy, that offer work-from-home opportunities. These companies hire individuals to contact potential advocates, discuss political issues with them, and draft letters to Members of Congress on their behalf. The job requires good communication, listening, and writing skills, and typically involves working 20-25 hours per week during campaigns lasting a few weeks to months. Pay is around $12-$15 per hour, and while no
August 5, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
The article explores the growing opportunity to get paid for teaching home-schooled students, even without a traditional teaching certificate. It details the reasons parents choose home-schooling, clarifies the legality of home-schooling in all 50 states (though regulations vary), and outlines two main avenues for instructors: private tutoring (flexible, varied subjects, $13-$20/hour) and tutorial programs (potentially more profitable, subject-specific). The article advises focusing on high school subjects
July 29, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
A CareerBuilder survey of hiring managers revealed the top ways candidates can ruin a job interview. The most significant deal-breakers include lying, answering calls/texts, appearing arrogant, dressing inappropriately, and demonstrating a lack of accountability. Managers also highlighted common body language mistakes like avoiding eye contact and fidgeting. Preparation and research on the company and role were emphasized as key to reducing anxiety and improving interview performance.
July 12, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
To succeed at flea markets, the author, a vintage clothing shop owner, suggests several strategies: arrive after the official start time, pay with cash to avoid vendor fees, be friendly and ask questions, be honest about being a reseller, haggle politely, and bundle purchases in the afternoon for better deals. Building rapport with vendors is key to securing favorable prices and potentially uncovering hidden collections.
