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A career in management consulting was a natural progression after graduating with a degree in Economics. However, while I get to spend lots of time playing with PowerPoint presentations and Excel models, being a consultant offers little opportunity for my

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Other Do pets make you healthier?: 1 of 29
Thinking of getting a pet? Getting one may be more an issue of need rather than want. Several studies have linked pet ownership with health benefits like reduced stress levels and lowered rates of heart attacks as well as an increased sense of well being. With Purdue University scientist Dr. Alan Beck likening the calming eff... More..
Health & Fitness > Cold & Flu Foods to fight colds: 2 of 44
It starts with a tickle at the back of your throat, perhaps a few innocent sneezes, but before you know it, you've got a full-blown cold. As you go through box after box of tissues, you wonder why the scientists still haven't found a cure for the common cold. But a solution may be closer than you think. Try looking in your pa... More..
Relationships & Family > Elderly Parents & Care Choosing an assisted living facility: 1 of 16
Choosing an assisted living facility is a hard, and often emotional decision. Besides dealing with the fact that your once hale and hearty loved one is now incapable of taking care of him- or herself, you now have to pick the most suitable facility out of more than 33,000 facilities in the country. Faced with the myriad choic... More..
Education > College Life How to select the best college meal plan: 1 of 9
Live to eat. Life is too short and eating is one of the greatest pleasures that we can indulge in. However, being a cash-strapped college student can severely limit one's gastronomic pursuits, which is why choosing the best college meal plan is so important. You're not going to get the best food in any college cafeteria, but ... More..
Travel > Accommodation Tips & Advice How to find hotel discounts and deals in the US: 1 of 9
Travelocity. Expedia. Priceline. With the explosion of internet travel booking sites, a hotel deal isn't hard to find these days. However, those sites aren't the only places where you can find places to stay without breaking the bank. In fact, you may find better deals if you look elsewhere. Contact the hotel directly Onlin... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Things to see and do in The Kingdom of Tonga: 1 of 6
From water sports like diving and fishing to land-based activities like trekking and camping, Tonga's got it all for the traveler who's looking for some fun in the tropical sun. Located just west of the International Date Line, Tonga brands itself as the land where time begins. However, holiday-makers on this South Pacific gr... More..
Food & Drink > Fast Food Three fast, healthy dinners: 11 of 55
Returning home after a long day, the last thing anyone want to do is spend hours slaving away in front of the stove. However, with hungry mouths clamoring for healthy meals, what do you do? Preparing a quick, and most importantly, healthy dinner is easy if you have a few simple recipes up your sleeves, and if you keep your f... More..
Local Guides > New York City A guide to discount shopping in New York City: 1 of 5
New York City is a shopping mecca. No trip to New York would be complete without a stroll down the world-famous 5th Avenue, peeking into the many designer shop fronts as you go. While, most of the top shops are way beyond the price range of the average tourist, you won't go home empty handed if you, like other savvy New Yorke... More..
Local Guides > New York City Visiting New York City on a modest budget: 5 of 23
The Big Apple is ranked among the most expensive cities in the world, but that doesn't mean you can't visit without breaking the bank. There are plenty of things that you can do at discounted rates, or even for free, if you're in the know. Free sights While there's no such thing as a free lunch in New York, you can en... More..
Travel > Asia Travel destinations: Malaysia: 1 of 4
"Malaysia, Truly Asia," sings the television advertisement, as images of modern cities juxtaposed against laid back villages, tall mountains rising out of rolling plains and lush, verdant jungles next to azure blue seas flash on the screen. Blessed with a melting pot of races and cultures, a warm tropical climate, and some o... More..