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A Plan Is Key To Success For Philadelphia Business Professional
"Make a five-year professional plan for yourself and set achievable goals--then stick to it," says architect Ian Toner.
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"Make a five-year professional plan for yourself and set achievable goals--then stick to it," says architect Ian Toner.
Criminal Justice Professor Kristen Acosta says, "My main piece of advice would be to be patient but persistent. In my experience, the individuals who do well in this field display both of these characteristics."
" As word processors and the internet became essential to the world, it also became a vital part of teaching and learning," says Linda Leibowitz.
Leroy Gray is the founding physics teacher at Philadelphia-based Science Leadership Academy at Beeber.
"I found that having some relevant, 'real-life' experience was useful when I needed to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN)," says Nurse Dorothy Sachs.
Kelly Lender says, "I love what I do every day and being able to work in a place that has many different clients and unique needs keeps things interesting. I also love where I work, WebLinc is a place that fosters creativity, collaboration and personal growth."
"Staying up to date with the current industry trends allows you to envision what the future might bring," says V.P. Joe Stubblebine from Beyond.com.
"I'm looking for three things: poise, process and a point of view," says Erin Allsman of the Brownstein Group on what she looks for in an employee.
Private Investigator, Jeff Stein suggests that aspiring detectives "apply for investigative positions while in college or do an internship with a private investigator."
"The master's in nursing gave me the essential knowledge to begin a higher level of practice with solid clinical expertise," says Mental Health Nurse Jennifer Klapper.
What does it mean to be an 'exempt' employee under Federal Labor Laws?
A history of alcoholism is, in fact, a disability and under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers must make accommodations accordingly.
"If you take some risks and follow your passions, your students will notice, and you'll teach them one of the most important skills of all: determination," says Sarah Sterling of The Shipley School.
"I wasn't trained in the technology field, but I picked it up along the way, and now serve as a business and technology voice within my organization. The ability to learn quickly is key for people in the tech field," says Christopher Young.
At Doylestown Hospital, Patricia A. Stover provides leadership and direction for the functioning of the various departments of the nursing team, consistent with the hospital's mission and annual strategic goals.
"My clinical experience from my internship and postdoctoral fellowship built a foundation for my career; as it was in those experiences that I learned how to apply what I learned in class and in textbooks to real life."
Engineering taught me the fundamentals of problem-solving. Very few tasks daunt me now. Engineering, math, and science gave me a foundation for understanding how to problem solve.
Kevin Mazzucola is serving in his eighteenth year as executive director of the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia.
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Bob Kessler, Campus President and Regional Vice President of Universal Technical Institute says "don't ever underestimate how valuable it is to be able to connect with your students."
Programming helps train the eye for strict detail and train the mind for strict logic. Logic is extremely necessary to work with computers on a day-to-day basis.
"Increasingly, we're seeing a trend toward greater professionalism in law enforcement and corrections; so a bachelor's degree (and in some cases, even a master's degree) is tremendously helpful for securing a good job in the field," says Leanne Owen a Professor of Criminal Justice at Neumann University.
Movoto says it used the percentage of high school grads who were employed, the percent who had health insurance, and their median annual income taken from the U.S. Census Five Year American Community Survey (2009-2013) to determine the rankings.
"Drexel's online RN to B.S.N. program has taught me that there is more to nursing than just being a staff nurse," says Rebecca Lance, Substitute School Nurse at Flemington-Raritan School District.
"Graduates should possess an intuitive knack for the technology being studied," says Vincent Palochko, Director of Human Resources at Linode.com.
Not quite a rabbit, Peanut the Patagonian Mara or "Cavie" will be part of the zoo's ambassador animals, coming to schools and other community events.
Down the Jersey Shore, the 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
These compact microwaves are small, but come packed with the same features as their larger counterparts.
If you're concerned about losing power after a a storm, be prepared by installing a home generator.
Shop impressive deals on Apple AirPods, Samsung Galaxy Buds and more before you head back to class.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro deflected a question about possibly being vetted as likely Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate.
Not quite a rabbit, Peanut the Patagonian Mara or "Cavie" will be part of the zoo's ambassador animals, coming to schools and other community events.
Down the Jersey Shore, the 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
The Phillies on Friday sent relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache to the Baltimore Orioles in a trade for outfielder Austin Hays.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro deflected a question about possibly being vetted as likely Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, saying, "That's a question to be directed to the Harris campaign."
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
A new community thrift store in Philadelphia's Brewerytown section is giving the formerly incarcerated and people battling with addiction a chance at a fresh start.
A mother who recently gave birth on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reunited with the worker who helped her through the difficult situation.
Not quite a rabbit, Peanut the Patagonian Mara or "Cavie" will be part of the zoo's ambassador animals, coming to schools and other community events.
Down the Jersey Shore, the 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
A police officer and K-9 received minor injuries in a crash in Trenton on Thursday, police said.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Wilmington, Delaware, to meet with campaign staff. Delawareans shared their reactions to President stepping aside.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother is now helping millions support each other with the struggles of Alzheimer's disease.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line is getting a much-needed upgrade to its aging fleet of railcars. On Thursday, SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Most airlines are bouncing back, but Delta canceled more flights at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, days after the CrowdStrike outage.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
The Phillies on Friday sent relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache to the Baltimore Orioles in a trade for outfielder Austin Hays.
Haddonfield beat perennial powerhouse Toms River, 9-5, in North Jersey to secure the championship.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded their best pass rusher to the New York Jets. Haason Reddick is now holding out for a new contract as training camp begins, and Bryce Huff is expected to replace that production.
On Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers and Travis Konecny agreed to an 8-year contract extension with an annual average value of $8.75 million.
There's a new Cutch in Pittsburgh.
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
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With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
Officers responding to a domestic call in Hamilton Township, Mercer County, were met with gunfire and soon fired at a man in the home, 44-year-old Vincent Correa. Correa was killed and the two officers had non life-threatening injuries.
Amid rumors that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is on likely Democratic candidate Kamala Harris' shortlist for vice president, leaders of the Philadelphia building trades voiced support for Shapiro.
Did you know a mara is a rabbit-like rodent? Peanut the Patagonian Mara is joining the Cape May County Park and Zoo's education team, meaning she will be an ambassador animal the zoo can bring to schools and events.
The 2024 presidential race is heating up in battleground Pennsylvania, with multiple upcoming events for both the Republican candidate Donald Trump and the likely Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.
Railcars from Hitachi will be coming to the Market-Frankford Line in Philadelphia in 2029, with a full delivery by 2031. Jan Carabeo has your morning headlines with weather from Kate Bilo.