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Jobs & Careers > Getting Ahead Kissing up to your boss is a must if you want to get ahead: 2 of 82

While some believe that your success in the business world is all about whom you know and your relationship with those people, it can be argued that it is about what you know and how you use that knowledge.To put it briefly, "kissing up" may bring temporary benefits, but does not guarantee to provide long-term benefits. The b... More..
Jobs & Careers > Getting Ahead Will higher education or work experience get you ahead faster in your career?: 2 of 20

As a recent recipient of an MBA, it is clear that in the working world, your educational experience does not get you closer to a managerial position than the work experience that you may obtain from climbing the corporate ladder. Statistics will support both sides of the issue but the truth of the matter is that only some bus... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Tips to cut household expenses: 1 of 7

In an era of financial concerns and economic strains, everyone is looking for ways to save a dime and stretch a dollar. There are that you can cut expenses around your home in order to keep some green in your wallet. 1. Reduce your electricity and gas consumption Today's consumer relies so much on electricity and gas to sta... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Are people inherently good?: 14 of 69

It is human nature to believe that we are all "good at heart". That no matter how awful someone behaves, that there is something deep within their being that makes them good. No matter how awful the state of the world is that good will prevail. For centuries, philosophers and scholars have debated the clean slate theory. Are ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Family Law Should abortion for underage children require parental consent?: 11 of 52

Abortion is a topic that cannot be taken lightly. It is not a simple decision. It is about more than a woman's right to do with her body what she will. It is about more than taking away life from a debatable living organism that will evolve in time to be a child. To throw an underage pregnancy in the mix is complicating issue... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Should Paris Hilton profit from media interest in her jail-time reflections?: 22 of 96

What kind of message does this send to our youth? To our population in general? Another "celebrity" breaks the law several times but that's acceptable. The average Jane Do who has repeated DUI offenses has the law crash down on her ( as is appropriate) and there are no exceptions to the time that she must serve for her crimes... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Gender Issues Does society favor men?: 24 of 74

The American society as a whole is very sensitive to gender, racial, and sexual orientation differences. To say that one group has general preference over another would be a false statement. Women have proven again and again that they are capable of doing "male" jobs. There are very few if any gender specific jobs today. We h... More..
Relationships & Family > Divorce & Legal Issues Getting a divorce when pregnant: 1 of 3

Divorce is a sad reality for half of the couples in the United States and can occur for many different reasons. This event is also one of the highest rated stress events that a person will deal with, as well as a very emotionally charged event. Regardless if you are the party that is asking for the end of the marriage or you ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Cleaning up after dogs when you don't own one: 4 of 8

The issue of cleaning up dog poop is one that has been a topic of conversation many times over. It would seem simple. You have a dog. The dog does its business. You clean it up. But this is not always the case.For those that ask why this happens, there are multiple possibilities all with the owners to blamenot the pups. There... More..
Personal Finance > Insurance Basics Who needs liability insurance?: 2 of 4

Liability insurance is the insurance coverage that helps if you are sued by someone for "negligence". What does this translate to? Anytime you are in a position where you could cause any type of injury or loss to another party, you should have liability insurance. Liability insurance is available for automobile owners.Carryin... More..