Web Designers

By : Mohan Singh

If you choose to become a web designer, most important advantage is that you use your creative skills to the best of your capacity, try and come up with all innovative ideas and display your talent.

Web designers are responsible for the layout, visual appearance and usability of a website. They look into the account as to how web pages are created using a combination of graphic design skills and technical knowledge. They handle different types of work such as producing a design that will be attractive to the target user, has a logical navigation system and has all the features required; deciding on how images and other material will be digitally optimized and presented for the web; testing the site for functionality in different browsers and at different resolutions; and many more tasks are handled by them. They must be able to work well under pressure, ensuring the smooth and efficient work.

Many factors including field, title, place of employment, level of education, and experience are viewed by the company before they hire a candidate as a web designer. Details regarding all the above mentioned tasks are displayed on these online websites. Among the websites, free classifieds is easy to use as one can easily get the required details regarding the jobs online as hiring and applying has become easy and less time consuming with the upcoming of such a website. The information related to the salary is also available online on these websites. Moreover, the details regarding the terms and conditions of companies offering the job of web designers are also available online on these websites. The additional qualifications required for any post can be easily taken form online websites.

The details of all the companies hiring for this profile along with the location, name of the city, area, zone, district, landmark, all are available online for the applicant so that he does not have any difficulty while applying for the desired post. This makes the job of the user convenient and easy as the user can easily tab on various online sites and get the desired information meeting his profile and requirement. As users gain faster access to the internet via broadband, web designers with skills in multimedia and interactivity are likely to be in greater demand today. One can easily fill in the application form available online displayed by many companies before the process of hiring begins. The details regarding the name, age, qualification, marital status carry importance as these details are important for the hiring point of view.

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Team Leaders

By : Mohan Singh

Many companies operate from various cities of India who are specialized in team leading jobs. The team leader handle jobs related to management of the team, he is responsible for keeping the unity in the team, he seeks that people working in his team are united and meet the assigned targets on time, document management jobs, document imaging and many such areas are under their control. They analyze the data provided to them in bulk in advance. The prime focus of the candidate is to manage the day-to-day planning, operation and problem-solving of a team of agents to meet with the required service level components, standards and sales targets, to develop the team to ensure delivery of a consistently superior customer experience by highly knowledgeable and customer-focused agents and to act as the communication conduit between clients and management of the company. Most importantly delivery of quality and productivity simultaneously are the key functions, call monitoring, coaching and feedback, responsibility for delivery of the defined customer experience in every call are the crux of his job profile.

Online by tabbing a few websites those deal in jobs searching are of great help to the applicant as he or she can apply for the post within a few clicks. The age, qualification, work experience, gender, marital status, any additional qualities of the candidate should be kept in mind and these should not be ignored. One can easily fill the details online for applying for any post online. Many online websites such as free classifieds are available and with the help on these websites one can get the related information about a person who is willing to apply/hire a job applicant. By applying online, one can get the related information about multiple companies hiring for the post and at the same time one can apply in different companies interested in hiring candidates. With the active support of online websites, the user can hire a competent team of professionals. These websites are easy to operate as the essential details about the age, qualification, experience, and these days even the salary expected can be mentioned online by the applicant.

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Business Clothing - Choosing the Correct Uniforms

By : Jackie Reyno

They say the clothes make the man well, the same thing can be said about a company. The uniforms and work shirts your staff wears can either help or harm your company's image. With that in mind, it helps to consider a variety of factors before selecting apparel for your staff.

Be sure to ask your staff what they want. They may have good suggestions for what they should wear and if they will be more likely to wear the clothes if they feel heard.

Don't pick out anything tight or revealing. Some people may choose to wear clothing that shows off a little skin but it usually isn't appropriate for work. Err on the side of conservatism.

Your staff will be better served if the clothes are not flashy or tight. Look for items that are made from quality fabrics and are comfortable.

You may want to ask some advice from some stylish people if you aren't big on shopping. Be sure to pick something that will look good on your staff. It should be durable and attractive but not necessarily trendy. Pick flattering colors like blue or white that go with everything.

When picking the apparel for your company make sure that your logo is placed prominently. It identifies your staff to the world and helps promote your brand identity. The clothing works as free advertising.

If you take these suggestions into consideration you should be able to pick out the right clothes that your staff will want to wear.

Many companies rely on the old standby - polo shirts. Polo shirts are popular but not flattering on women unless they are specially cut for females. Men and women seldom look good in the same clothes unless they are tailored to fit. Whatever apparel you choose, consider that the more your staff likes it, the more often they are likely to wear it.

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Career Networking

By : James L Adams

No matter where you may be in your career-path you should always have two things handy at all times, business cards and copies of your resume. I know these are not the first two things that come to mind, but look at it this way, "If you lost your job today, what would you do?".

Years ago the answer would be to go out and get another job, but today networking is the best way to have an advantage over the competition. Stellar qualifications and skills are expected by employers and the days of having skill-sets that knocked them out of their seats are long gone because technology has finally caught-up with business demand.

This means that besides working on those professional skills, you need to also enhance those interpersonal skills regularly. One approach is to view each person you meet as a potential link to your next career move. Now, this does not mean shake their hand while handing-over a resume, but a business card can carry you a long way. If you do not have any, make some with your name, title, profession and the appropriate contact information. The goal is to sell yourself and not the company you work for or have worked for in the past.

This distinguishes you in the mind of the individual because people make mental notes of receiving things from others. There is a good possibility that the card you gave him or her may come to mind in the event a position comes available within the organization that would fit your skill-sets. A business card is easier to place in a card file and serves as a quick reference that may be placed in a wallet or portfolio. This puts you in closer proximity to the potential employer than a resume sitting on a desk with a stack of other papers. A not too enthusiastic manager may not want to go through the trouble of rifling through the plethora of papers to find your specific resume.

The one thing to keep in mind is that if you currently have a job, begin to study up on your specific industry and where it is headed in the future. Keep abreast with current technologies, avoid complacency and be prepared at anytime to have to re-qualify for your current job. This may seem odd, but some employers are trimming the fat but this process, especially if younger, cheaper, and more educated candidates are waiting in the wings. Another tip for those with jobs is to also slowly continue a job search to ensure that your skills are still marketable in the current job market. The main reason for the vast number of displaced workers is that they failed to do this while employed and when thrown out into the market their skills and experienced are dwarfed by the masses of people in the same situation. If you are in a field that has no equivalent in the current job market, it would be encouraged to find one that can be developed while maintaining your job. The goal is to avoid gaps if you are laid-off.

Networking is a good way to have your skills assessed and to discover the best route to take toward your professional goal. In the process you will establish a constituency that can really work to your advantage during lean times like the one we are currently experiencing.

James Adams is a seasoned professional with over twenty years of industry experience in the areas of Information Technology, Broadcast Media, International Business, Marketing, Public Relations, and Entertainment combined.

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Your Nursing Wage in Australia - Average Rates

By : Bridget Sanders

Trying to understand what you could earn by way of a wage working as a nurse in Australia can be a minefield. The average nursing wage may vary by state, so what are going rates in this industry?

It is common in Australia for registered nurses to receive a grading according to their level of experience (measured by years) as opposed to the position they previously worked in. New nurses to Australia need to obtain 'statements of service' from their previous employers to receive a grading officially recognised in Australia.

Each state and territory has its own salary and wage rates in the public sector. Continually updated details of salaries can be obtained from each states Department of Health website. Salaries are set out through industrial agreements between the Australian Nursing Federation and employers and are based on years of service as a registered nurse (ie the grading system).

At the time of writing, weekly average salary rates vary per state, and the following (all in Australian Dollars) can be used as a guide:

Enrolled Nurse: From $750 per week

Registered Nurse/Midwife (Year 1-4): From $880 per week

Registered Nurse/Midwife (Year 5-8): From $1,015 per week

Nurse Practitioner: From $1,400 per week

Salaries and Wages are generally paid every two weeks (dependant on the health service, state or territory). You can sometimes arrange for work-related expenses to be deducted directly from your salary.

Nurses in Australia are also given the option to 'package' their salary. This reduces the amount of tax paid and maximises the net salary. Certain expenses, as governed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) may be paid by your employer from your pre-tax income.

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Get a Home For Free - Live-In Jobs

By : Jasmine Birtles

Boarding school matron

You will be asked to take care of students' well-being and organise the domestic and cleaning staff. Residential schools often offer accommodation and meals for their staff, plus a salary based on your experience. Although there are no specific qualifications needed for the job (other than a Criminal Records Bureau check) it's helpful to have experience in childcare or nursing. The following qualifications may also help:

* CACHE (Council for Awards in Children's Care and Education) Diploma in Childcare and Education.

* BTEC National Diploma in Care or Early Years.

* Nursing diploma

* Nursing degree

You can find jobs in domestic roles in the Times Educational Supplement and on the Boarding Schools' Association website. Caretaker General duties include carrying out repairs and safety checks and ordering necessary equipment. Schools, universities, churches, office blocks and housing association homes all offer caretaking jobs. Depending on the location of the job, many caretakers receive a free or subsidised flat or house. Relevant work experience is normally more important than professional qualifications. Having been a maintenance supervisor or security guard in the past will help. If you did want to get ahead of the game, however, an NVQ/SVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services (Caretaking) would help, along with basic health and safety/fire warden training. Distance learning courses are also available from the Chartered Institute of Housing.

The best place to look for a caretaking job is the The Caretakers' website, but you may be able to find vacancies closer to home through local media and directly contacting institutions. Nanny Not all nannying roles involve live-in accommodation but if it is a domestic role then expect to receive your own bedroom and meals. Wages are between £200 and £400 a week depending on the location, hours and your qualifications. There are no laws requiring nannies to have any formal qualifications but many parents may not trust you to look after their children if you have no experience or knowledge of childcare. The best way to go about it is to sign up to a nannying agency such as Top Notch Nannies - other nannying agencies to try are Knightsbridge Nannies and Childcare International. The agency will normally ask for personal references, the ability to speak fluent English and some childcare experience. Try to get as much experience as you can working with children before you start to apply. Relevant qualifications include CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare or a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in Early Years. First Aid for Those Caring for Children or Paediatric First Aid is also an impressive thing to have on your CV. Domestic couples Country mansions, large family homes and historic buildings frequently require domestic couples for tasks such as cooking, cleaning, repair work/DIY, gardening and driving. Your accommodation - which is likely to be of very high quality - and meals will be provided. You can also expect a decent pay cheque.

Depending on the size and location of the home, wages for a couple can range from £600 to £1,000 a week. Again you don't need formal qualifications, although a full driving licence and gardening knowledge might come in handy. The best way to go about it is by gaining experience. Take a look at Mrs Hunt's Agency and County Couples vacancies. Activity instructor Activity centres all over the UK are looking for fun, fit, energetic people to instruct outdoor exercises like raft building, wall climbing, abseiling and rowing. Among other things you would be helping with the planning, instruction and supervising of activities. Some work for these kinds of places is voluntary, although your accommodation and expenses will normally be paid for. However, people taking up the job at a more senior level, or with relevant experience, should expect a reasonable pay cheque. You don't necessarily need qualifications as some centres offer on the job training. If you want to enter this career on a reasonable salary, it's advisable to hold a coaching or instructor qualification for one of the activities the centre offers. Again, a CRB check will more than likely be necessary. Hotel jobs Large hotels often require a variety of staff to live in-house. Here is a selection of the kind of jobs that come with accommodation.

* Hotel Manager - either work your way up from a more junior position, or get a good qualification in hospitality, such as a degree or BTEC HNC/HND in Hospitality Management.

* Restaurant Manager - start as a chef or waiter/waitress and work your way up or fast track your way to the top with a qualification in hospitality. With a BTEC HNC/HND or degree you're likely to be offered a higher paid role with more responsibilities. Be aware that you're likely to be required to hold a personal licence if the restaurant serves alcohol.

* Housekeeper - to be in charge of the room attendants in the hotel, a work history in management would normally be required although it's possible to work your way up from lower positions.

* Chef - you need no former qualifications to be hired as a commis (trainee) chef as you'll be trained on the job. If you want to enter at a higher level, such as 'chef de partie' or 'sous chef' you'll need a good qualification, such as a foundation degree, BTEC HNC/HND, or degree in professional cookery or culinary arts management.

A range of agencies specialise in hotel work - take a look at the Caterer online for jobs. More information The Lady usually carries adverts for all sorts of live-in jobs - check out the latest vacancies on their website. When a job requires you to work with vulnerable people such as children or disabled people, you will need to have a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check, to prove that you are not a potential danger to the people you will be working with. If the company employing you asks you to get a check carried out, they should provide you with an application form to fill out, or tell you how to apply. If you're self-employed however, the process can be quite difficult as you can't apply to carry out a CRB check on yourself. There are companies that can legally facilitate CRB checks on individuals, although they are difficult to find. The Criminal Records Bureau and the UK Umbrella Service are good places to start.

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How to Become a Licensed Daycare Provider

By : Donna Betty Kelly

It's well known that staying a great day time care provider needs a outstanding amount of patience, adore, endurance, tenacity, an simple nature and a true love of kids. Regrettably, these traits are not always sufficient preparation for the conflicts and controversies that may arise from being responsible for a diverse group of infants, infants and preschoolers on a day-to-day basis. As a result of this, state licensing boards need that working day care directors and teachers comprehensive a nominal amount amount of extra coaching before getting licensed.

All evening care providers are needed to purchase and look after a national certification in first aid and safety, as well as pediatric CPR and rescue breathing. This is extremely important, particularly for in-home caregivers who live a great distance from the hospital and might never be in a position to be quickly arrived at the country by an ambulance. Their ability to react swiftly to emergency situations in this instance may well assess if the youngster lives or dies. Coaching for this certification can be acquired by individuals via the Red Cross. Class schedules are posted on their site. If the Red Cross is not a feasible option, a local hospital or fire department must be able to recommend one more route and perhaps even share the points of when and where classes will be. Some groups will permit those people trying to acquire education for job purposes to join in their corporation certification classes, despite the fact that the person will be responsible for their personal course fees in such a happening.

A least degree of secondary education in kid development, psychology or education is oftentimes needed as properly, the precise level of which getting addicted to the position a person holds and their prior programmatic experience. A day care provider really should be in a position to manage all situations that arise with their students. Unfortunately, students cannot be classified as bad or good and left the their own devices. If a kid is having difficulty learning or is displaying less than savory behavior patterns a great day time care tutor need to then become a detective, utilizing their education in child development, psychology and training to deduce the excuse for the issue and the most effective solution Most colleges and universities will offer both person courses and degree programs in these subjects, and will present financial aid to qualified applicants attempting to complete a degree program.

Even after a permit for 24 hours care has been obtained, a provider's teaching just isn't finished. All licensed working day care providers should complete a founded sum of continuing education credits annually to maintain their licensure. Continuing training credits are necessary for a professional to maintain abreast on existing developments and preserve their knowledge up-to-date and within the forefront of their mind. These can be acquired via courses, meetings, activities and training seminars. A directory of approved continuing education pursuits can be acquired from employers or as a result of the licensing agency itself.

Getting to be a daycare provider is really an awkward job, without any of the absolutes that can be located in many other fields. The needed training to purchase a license will allow a personal to travel to and remain at the top in their profession.

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Should You Turn Your Passion Into Your Full-Time Job?

By : Barbara A.Philips

It's great to feel passionate about your work. For many, it's a personal goal. But sometimes when you land that career in the field of your passion, it wasn't what you thought it would be. Wha - what?

What happened?

I, for one, am passionate about writing, but I could never write for a living. I tried that once and found when I turned the passion into a "job" - it became drudgery. I then had to take all kinds of writing assignments I would have never taken when writing was just a fun hobby, and I had freedom to write about whatever I wanted. When I turned my passion into a job, I had to write about what other people would pay for so I could have the income I wanted. I remember even taking a job writing in great detail about toner cartridges because it paid well.

Yes.

Toner cartridges.

Believe me, it wasn't worth it. I thought I would drown in my tears of boredom before that job was over.

Sometimes a passion or hobby should stay just that... something you get to enjoy in your downtime. A creative release. A way to express yourself.

Before you quit your day job to pursue your passion, take some time to imagine you have already done so. Ask yourself:

* What does it feel like to do this 8 hours each day?
* What will it look like when it is no longer a hobby but a job I am required to do to pay my bills?
* Will I feel the same joy for this passion working under a boss?
* If I turn this into a career, what will I do for fun?

You might save yourself a wrong decision, like an exercise in toner cartridges!

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I Didn't Get the Job, What Do I Do Now?

By : Ralph Goldsmith

So, you've worked on your CV, got it out to the right companies, got yourself an interview, and then you don't get the job. That sucks right? Well the chances are, at some point, it's going to happen. If you are applying in a particularly competitive field, it could happen a lot.

Here are 5 things you should when you don't get the job

1 Remember that this is not a rejection of you.

It's not that you aren't good enough, it may not even mean that you weren't the best candidate. It just means that someone else did better than you on the day. The important thing now is to learn from the situation. If we learn from the situation we can never fail.

2 Review how things went.

Did you do all the things in preparation for the interview that you planned (you did have a plan didn't you?) Did you dress appropriately, were you on time, did you have your questions prepared (and did you ask them)? Make a list of specific things that you could have done better and make sure that you do them in the next interview. Also make a list of the things that went well and make sure you keep them up.

3 Ask for some feedback.

Contact the person that interviewed you. Thank them for the opportunity and tell them that you would really appreciate their feedback on how the interview went and how you could have done better. Most people will be flattered that you value their opinion and will be only too happy to give you some feedback.

4 Review how it went with someone else.

Do you have somebody who can support you? If not you need to find someone who you can talk this through and who can help you to look objectively at what happened, what went well and what didn't.

5 Update you interview preparation plan with the lessons you have learned and get ready for the next interview.

Follow these steps and each interview that you go to will make you a stronger and more capable interviewee.

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What Can Be a Smart Job Change?

By : Sunny Suman

Stability in jobs is no more seen anywhere around and is now a thing of the past. Nowadays, with companies, both big and small coming up like grocery stores, people are able to find too many job options. This encourages them to frequently leave their current job and get into another. Also that, the organizations, for faster growth, indulge into trimming and restructuring of their workforce which further gives a great boost to such job switching practices.

There was a time when our fathers and grandfathers used to spend all their lifetimes remaining indulged in one job. Then, the workers were more loyal to their employees and it was good for both. But now, employees keep looking all around to pick up the pettiest issue and hop to another job in another company. There again, they don't remain satisfied and the process of hopping continues with they finding satisfaction nowhere.

Once they hop because salary is not good, then they hop for people are not good, then again they hop for the job has too much pressure, etc. etc. and it continues. Specially, this is the most common thing among the people between the age group of 25 and 35 or 40 because after that they mostly get tired. Further, many employers too look towards the hoppers as seekers of quick growth. And those working in the same job are seen as the failures with no desire to rise.

Still, there also are recruiters who hate this practice and would kick you for that. So you ought to be careful before making your next switch for you may be called an afraid person lacking stability. It sure harms your progress and future career prospects. Of course, you can change but check out for significant reasons proving it to be an appropriate step.

Knowing any job superficially is always risky as every job, other than the one you are presently into appears better and easier. As the saying goes - "Grass is always greener on the other side of the fence".

Reasons like "people are not good" or "it is too far" or "salary is little less" are too small for you leaving a job. Change your organization only for strong reasons -

* Great salary hike: If your hike in salary is not small, and is something more than 'an OK', then the switch would be nice for you. It would be considered as a smart move.
* Raise in job responsibilities: Even if your responsibilities rise though your salary remains the same, it is a strong enough reason for you changing the job.
* Better designation: Again, if you are getting a better designation in your new organization there is nothing bad if you change. A new title along with something new to do is liked by everybody. Moreover, it is sure to enhance your future career options.
* Change to some better city/country: Lastly, a reason that your new job would be in a new city or country, other features remaining the same would surely be great for you.

Whatever be your reasons for leaving the current job and joining a new one, it is important that it must not be something silly. And reasons other than the above few won't prove good in the long run. Anybody thinking from the career point of view would always try to make his or her switch as a smart move helping the person to grow in his or her respective career. After all, everybody wants to have a marvelous career. What are you about to do?

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Benefits Which Fit Your Bill!

By : Challa S.S.J Ram Phani

Employees are always attracted with benefits. These benefits are very creative offered by companies and vary from company to company. Jack got attractive offer in another company and thinking of leaving the present organization. His friends advised him to stay back as the benefits are more and the future of the Company is promising. He analyzed and stayed back with the present company.

Calculating benefits: To complete projects in time, many organizations offer attractive benefits to employees to motivate them. Many companies offer benefits apart from cash rewards. Company products are sold to the employees with heavy discount. Transportation, Medical insurance, telephone bills, food coupons are such benefits offered to employees to retain and motivate them to perform. Some companies offer free movie tickets and also picnics to entertain employees. These are indirect benefits and not included in your salary. If you wish to leave a company, you have to think of all these benefits whether you receive the same kind of benefits in another company or lose.

Cash rewards: It was revealed in a study that companies offering cash rewards is a good decision, which helps retain employees. CEOs of 1400 companies said that cash rewards will stop employees from changing companies frequently. These cash rewards are offered after completing a project successfully and during festivals to retain employees. This will help employees to streamline their financial planning. The study revealed that employees like cash rewards. This will motivate them to perform better. Employees are attracted to other companies where these kinds of benefits are not offered.

Offering lunch: Some companies offer lunch to inculcate cordial relations among the employees. Even small companies are following this policy. To complete projects in time, employees have to spend extra hours in the office. Companies offer breakfast to meals to such employees to work extra hours. This will help to know the opinions of employees. This will inculcate team spirit and harmonious relations among employees.

Welcome with cash rewards: Employees welcomed with cash rewards along with salary work with enthusiasm. Some companies follow this policy. Instead of keeping employees wait for years for bonus, companies are offering bonus immediately while joining. This will help employees give their best. Sometimes, companies share profits also among the employees.

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Seven Tips For Better Mid-Year Performance Reviews

By : Ramiro Roman

Last week I was asked by a marketing manager I'm mentoring how to conduct good mid-year review sessions. My advice to her was not to focus on the YTD metrics solely but to use these sessions as platforms to drive a broader and more strategic conversation. Think about it, the numbers are black and white... nothing can change them now... but if you focus on the strategy, you can significantly impact performance on the back half.

So in a list form, here are my top 7 recommendations for marketing managers attempting to assess their mid-year performance:

1. Is the strategy still valid? Who cares if you knocked out your metrics if the strategy is off. Reminds me of the old strategy matrix which shows that if you're executing very well on the wrong strategy you're just killing yourself faster. Don't underestimate this question.

2. What's happening in the market? Time to confirm the macro trends at this point in time. If you did your homework, these should not dramatically change... but there are always surprises.

3. How is the competitive landscape changing? Speaking from my current experience, the fragmentation of our markets has accelerated... it's difficult to see all the angles, particularly from new entrants... yet some of those are the most threatening in my view.

4. Is your value proposition still relevant and differentiated to your target audience?

5. How can you make your positioning more compelling? Don't think of product releases in a year to year format... look for adjacent opportunities all the time, particularly during mid-year after answering questions 1-4.

6. What was your opportunity cost? You'll never know the full answer, but if you think about where you spent most of your time and budget... with little result... what could you have employed instead. This is particularly difficult to assess with human capital. One way to look at this is to assess what internal efforts are draining your team. Some of this you cannot avoid... but much of it you can with a simple "no, we don't have the time to do that" - check yourself and ask your team.

7. Is this still the place you want to be for the foreseeable part of your life? In summary, life is too short... if you don't love where you work change the scope, projects or negotiate. This is a tough market, so use your judgment, but if you're not happy life is too short to keep living this way - find a better opportunity.

I'll be the first to admit, most of these are common sense... but common sense is not so common... try these points, it'll help you drive better discussions with your teams.

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A Career As a Registered Nurse

By : Michael Morales

If you have had thoughts of entering the medical field to become a registered nurse you may soon become the annuitant of a job in such demand you could start work immediately once your nursing education requirements have been fulfilled.

Becoming a registered nurse will require a positive mind set, an altruistic concern for others, perseverance and patience. If all those expensive words don't frighten you, being a registered nurse might be your calling. If you plan to enter a nursing school remember not all schools are alike. Each may have a different set of admission requirements. Prerequisites may include SAT, ACT, certain GPA on subjects such as math, geometry, algebra, science, biology, chemistry and being able to speak English as well as another foreign language. It might behoove you to get these prerequisite courses behind you in a four year university then apply to a nursing school of your choice.

I have a tenant friend who is veteran RN and she always smiles at my officious questions about nursing especially the one about the time involved to become a registered nurse. It takes three years to get a nursing diploma, two years for a nursing associate's degree, four years for a BNN Bachelor's degree and two or three years to make the jump from an RN to BSN. Now you can see why the words patience and perseverance were included in the above paragraph.

If the field of nursing is your goal the tuition cost to complete a nursing program and receive the designation of an RN will depend on the RN school you attend. Is it going to be a public school or private? In your state or not? This is information you need to know. A local community college fee might run as high as $5,000 per year. On the other hand a private four year college could cost as much as $20,000 per year. However, as in most cases, there is plenty of private or government financial aid programs available. You can do your own research to answer this question by contacting the Nursing School Financial Aid Guide, Nursing Scholarships and Grants and FAFSA which is Free Application for Student Aid.

You have finished all of your schooling, been licensed and certified, purchased your new starched white uniform, pinned your RN nurse pendant over your left pocket and now you need a job. That's the easy part. The shortage of RN nurses is so egregious employers will be calling or texting you 24/7. Nationally the RN income low is $51,000, the average $69,000 and the high $87,000. If you chose a nursing specialty and became a certified nurse anesthetist your salary would be approximately $146,521 annually.

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Dealing With the Job Boredom

By : William King

You can tell if you bored of your job if you do not look forward to going to your workplace or you are not really keen to carry out your routine work? You might be relieved to know that you are not alone. In fact the majority of these 9 - 5 workers will confess to be having similar feelings associated with their job (which presents quite dreadful picture for the employers). Problem is that you cannot opt out of job that easily, because of the fear of staying jobless for a long period of time. Truth is that there are limited jobs in the market and you are already lucky to have one. In view of that, you are kind of forced to cling to your job, even if you feel like pulling your hairs, all the time. Your best bet is to try and deal effectively with the monotony and that is achievable, for sure.

Being humans, we are mostly looking for ease and comfort all the time. However, it is the same ease and leisure that eventually leads to this dullness. It's a known fact that we start getting bored when we have lots of free time on our hands; on the other hand a challenging job often keeps the occupants going. Therefore, the first thing you can do is to volunteer and take more responsibilities, who knows you will start getting some stipend for carrying out those extra tasks. Even if the remuneration is not there, you should start engaging in other responsibilities just for the sake of breaking the boring cycle. Talk to people from other departments; try to gain knowledge of new skills. Reach out to the new employees and guide them with their work, try to mingle more with the co-workers even if you are the introvert type.

You can get yourself some good books or songs (if your office policy allows you to). Getting some time out and listening to your favorite melodies for some time, or reading a novel in the spare time will make you look forward to go to your workplace every day. You can even listen to the songs or Pod casts during work if the work doesn't require lots of thinking or pondering all the time. At the end of the day, do not limit yourself to your professional life. Pursuing some hobby or indulging in some activity after working hours will make a positive impact on your mood at the workplace as well.

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7 Needed Work Skills in a Recovering Economy

By : Melissa Rubin

In today's world of multiple degrees, people have become extremely focused in one field. With a bachelor's degree in journalism and a master's in the relationship between the media and politics, your knowledge base gets so precise it's hard to broaden your job search. However, there are skills that have been highlighted during this time of a recession that can help people not only get, but keep, their jobs.

Despite the slow recovery of the economy, there are good jobs emerging for people who have the right attitude and the right qualifications. Even if your degree isn't in a job that sounds perfect for you, apply and highlight these 7 skills during the interview process.

Agility

As companies are starting to rebuild from firing whole departments of people during the recession, they are looking for people who can fill those vacant spots as well as people who could multi-task and have the ability to move to different positions. Some companies are also looking for more part-time and temporary positions; ones they can downsize without the drama and expense of a major layoff. This means that work will become less predictable and have more turnovers along with incorporating different disciplines into one position.

Those people who are able to adapt and become agile in the workplace in temporary positions turn out in the long run to be attractive potential full-time employees.

Skill Combos

Here's where the multiple degrees might hurt you; when you're totally focused on one section of one topic, you're limited as to what kinds of jobs are available to you. Highlighting two or three set skills during your interview and on your resume will pull you on top of the interviewee pile. A 2009 study by consulting firm McKinsey found that the highest earners with the best overall prospects have a combination of valuable skills. Keep in mind, the more you can bring to the table, the more reasons a company has to hire you.

Tacit Skills

Companies have developed a value system that highlights intangible qualities that are hard to put on a resume. These include things like informed intuition, judgment under pressure, ease with clients, problem-solving abilities, etc. These "tacit" skills tend to come with experience, but they also develop when people are actively trying to seek additional responsibility, volunteer for tough assignments, and are willing to take risks. Showing these types of skills and qualities to a potential employer is easy; make sure your list of references can attest to your tacit skill set and have specific examples of how those skills were used.

Broad Vision

You might be missing out on the perfect internship or career simply because you aren't looking for it! Most people are continuously looking in the field they have the most experience with, but with companies downsizing in many industries; you might be fighting a losing battle. Instead of focusing on the job or title you want, focus on your skills and explore whether you can apply them in a different field.

Analytics

Chances are that no matter what field you chose, there will be new data-gathering tools to help assess performance and identify opportunities available to employees. Being knowledgeable about your own performance gives you the opportunity to improve upon it!

Curiosity

Being curious about other fields of study or work can help open doors not readily available to you. If you have a background in print marketing but have an interest in learning more about online marketing, showing that curiosity and interest will show future employers that you are willing to research and learn new things on your own.

Self-reliance

Developing more technical skills instead of relying on others, making lots of backup plans, and building a big cushion in case something goes wrong are key skills to have for self-reliance. In a recovering economy corporate America is not as sound a concept as it was 10 years ago. Being open to change and knowing you have the ability to take whatever comes at you is an attractive asset to companies and employers.

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Tips For a Happy Nursing Career

By : Adam M. Anderson

A nursing career can be highly rewarding; but not in the same way other careers might. As a nurse, you walk a winding path and have great opportunity to touch people's lives in a way that others do not. As a nurse, you have immense responsibility and patients look to you as their support system as well as their care giver. Regardless of the overall path of your nursing career, there are things you can learn along the way that will help you gain understanding of yourself, feel better about yourself, and make your nursing career an enjoyable one.

While your job seems to be all about giving, it is important to state that a nurse must find ways to take care of their own health - both physically and emotionally. What it really mean is that you take care of your mindset; you spend time doing the things that make you smile and bring you joy. The job of any nurse can be demanding and draining; and without a system in place to guard your mental attitude, you can find your job satisfaction slipping.

One way that nurses can raise their spirits it through the way they dress. That's right. You have heard "dress for success". Well for a nurse, that means finding a uniform that is both comfortable and professional; but that also makes you feel good about yourself. A great way to dress up for work is to grab beaded lanyards from the store and wear those instead of something Plain-Jane. Beaded lanyards can hold your keys, ID badge and other items safely on your person and make a fashion statement all at once. For the nurse who works with children, beaded lanyards can be colorful and fun and can grab people's attention. Most of all, you will feel good when you add a little color to the way you look and the way you see joy in every day.

Nurses don't often receive recognition for the jobs that they perform day in and day out. However, they must constantly maintain a high level of care. Nurses realize how important their job is just by looking at their patients. Nurses see their patients as the individuals that they are, and the satisfaction they get from a job well done and the smile on the face of a patient is plenty of recognition. Nurses provide care with calm patience and a caring demeanor and receive good energy back from those they care for that the energy is what carries them through the rest of their day. This is repeated time and time again day after day; the great energy received back grateful patients will carry a nurse through an entire nursing career.

It has been said that one of the best ways to lift yourself up is to add value to another person. Nurses do this on a regular basis; to such an extent that it is easy to forget how important a job you perform. Remember to realize the value that you add to people's lives. The payoff is more than you could imagine!

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Think Wide If You're Thinking About Changing Your Career

By : Hanks Somecotton

No matter how fun you think your job is in the beginning there are several reasons why you can get tired at your work after a while. Changes in life. You have got other priorities or a need to get new tasks and new clients are some examples. One advantage is that it is almost always much easier to get a new job when you already have a job.

If you want to start looking for a new job while you are still at your old employer, be sure to be very discreet. Do not talk to colleagues about the job you are looking for. Do not use your work email to send requests to other jobs and try to search the job outside your regular working hours so you do not lose the focus from your current job.

Experience often weighs very heavily when searching for work. It is therefore a good idea to contact the company in an industry where you previously worked or currently work on. But remember to not share any secrets from your former or current employer. It can get really unfortunate. On some jobs it is also forbidden to work with companies that compete directly with your employer in a number of months after you resigned yourself.

The challenge you are looking for is maybe there at your current employer without you being aware of it. Many times it is about daring to ask and express your desire and goal for your boss. Perhaps a position on a completely different title will be vacant soon. That a new career opportunity opens for you without you having to change job.

A new job or a new career change is a good opportunity to reflect over what priorities you have in your career or life. What balance you want to have between your work and your free time. How much time and effort would you be able to put on your own development, on your friends, on travels or home? If you know your priorities and really want a new job, ensure that you and your former employer is separated as friends. Be clear to your employer and be happy to talk about why you quit. Honesty is best so you don't loose your contacts. Your contacts and your boss may be needed as a reference later in life. Manage your cancellation professionally. It creates a good atmosphere and increases your chances to get a positive rating work when you quit your job.

Think wide if you're thinking about changing your career. Dare to look for jobs where you might not meet all the qualifications but you feel that you really want the job. Enthusiasm and job satisfaction is often more important than a perfect CV.

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Assess Your Work Style

Find the best jobs for your workplace personality.

by Joanna Boydak, LiveCareer

Do you love to give public presentations? Are you the "go-to" person for people in need of a sympathetic ear? Do spreadsheets excite you? Your answers to these questions will help determine whether your work style is Assertive, Persuasive, or Systemic.

According to career experts, we all have a predominant work style that influences how we approach our work. If there's a good match between your work style and your career, you are more likely to love your job. To find your best career, you need to first identify your predominant work style and then find the work environments and jobs that complement it.

Read on to assess your own work style and for a list of great jobs (with median yearly salaries) for each style:

Assertive:

• Are you a daring risk taker?
• Do you love challenges?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced work environment?
• Do you like to tell people how things should be?
• Do you enjoy supervising others?
• Do you like to know everything that is going on at work to make certain it is going the way it should?
• Are you comfortable with confrontation?

If you answered yes to most of these questions, your work style is Assertive.

Assertive types excel in management positions that require strong motivational skills. Some great career choices for Assertive types include:

• Regional sales director: $95,819
• Event planner: $76,805
• Restaurant manager: $30,884
• Advertising agency manager: $90,229

Assertive types also make great entrepreneurs. See if you have what it takes to start your own successful business by taking a free entrepreneur test.

Persuasive:

• Do you like giving advice?
• Do you take pride in your ability to influence others?
• Are you really interested in getting to know your coworkers and clients?
• Are you skilled at building strong relationships?
• Are you a great listener?
• Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?

If you answered yes to most of these questions, your work style is Persuasive.

Persuasive types thrive in jobs that require constant communication and interaction with others. Some great career choices for Persuasive types include:

• Elementary teacher: $54,273
• Human resources administrator: $34,810
• Financial advisor: $71,324
• Health advocate: $93,207

Systemic:

• Do you focus on the facts, not on opinions?
• Are you known for your follow-through?
• Do you enjoy a steady routine?
• Do you have a system for everything?
• Do you apply persistent and steady effort to get things done?
• Do you prefer to ponder important decisions rather than making quick decisions on the fly?

If you answered yes to most of these questions, your work style is Systemic.

Systemic types value precision and efficiency and are excellent problem solvers. Some great career choices for Systemic types include:

• IT coordinator: $81,522
• Physical therapist: $68,163
• Accountant: $55,087
• Civil engineer: $74,878

LiveCareer is the leading online career destination that helps people find the right careers. Over 5 million people have used LiveCareer's products to make better career and educational decisions that have improved their lives. (Median annual salaries provided by LiveCareer's Salary Calculator.)

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Top 5 Ways to Work for Yourself

by Jessica Hanley, FindtheRightSchool.com

Work doesn't have to mean a dreary cubicle and an unappreciative boss--in fact, several of today's most in-demand careers lend themselves to self-employment. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) expects the following careers to grow faster than average from 2008 to 2018, and some require only a couple of years of career training.

Whether you want to add hours on a contractual basis or start your own business, the following five careers allow you to build client relationships and be your own boss.

1. Accountant
Accountants keep financial records for businesses and individuals, and they often prepare financial statements, budget analysis, and taxes. Unlike management accountants, who are generally employed by large corporations, public accountants and tax specialists find their own work through individual clients. According to the BLS, accountants earned an average salary of $67,430 in 2009, and their employment is expected to grow by 22 percent from 2008 to 2018.

Accountants must be good with numbers, organized, and detail oriented. Most companies require their accountants to hold at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, and accountants who are self-employed often seek certification through the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.

2. Web developer
Web developers use software languages to develop the technical aspects of Web sites, including organization, layout, and databases. Because Web developers can work from any computer with the required software, they can complete contract projects or run a small business from home. The BLS expects employment of all computer network, systems, and database administrators to grow by 30 percent from 2008 to 2018. In 2009, this group earned an average salary of $70,930.

Most Web developers have a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer programming, or a related field, and they continually learn about new technology and software to keep their work current. If you're interested in becoming a web developer and currently work full time, consider an online bachelor's degree program in computer science.

3. Software applications engineer
Software applications engineers design the computer software we rely on every day, from word processing programs to computer games. Software engineers use computer science and mathematics principles to create and test software that responds to users' needs. Technological advances have allowed many software engineers to telecommute and perform client projects from home. According to the BLS, computer software applications engineers earned an average of $90,170 in 2009, and their employment is expected to grow by 34 percent from 2008 to 2018.

Computer software engineers need technical knowledge, so most prepare by earning a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or software engineering. Professionals with an associate's degree in computer science may find work as computer programmers.

4. Skin-care specialist
Skin-care specialists, also called estheticians, are beauty professionals who specialize in facials, waxing, exfoliation, and other skin treatments. According to the BLS, 44 percent of cosmetologists (including skin-care specialists) are self-employed, and employment of skin-care specialists is expected to grow by 38 percent from 2008 to 2018. In 2009, skin-care specialists earned an average of $31,990.

Skin-care specialists prepare for state licensing by attending an accredited cosmetology school and completing a program in skin care. These programs can often be completed in less than nine months, allowing you to quickly transition to a career in beauty.

5. Landscape architect
Landscape architects use principles of architecture, engineering, and ecology to design functional, attractive outdoor spaces. They design everything from public parks to shopping centers, and they ensure their designs meet clients' needs without harming the local ecosystem. According to the BLS, approximately 21 percent of landscape architects work for themselves, and their employment is expected to grow by 20 percent from 2008 to 2018. In 2009, landscape architects earned an average salary of $65,910.

Landscape architects should be artistic, good with their hands, and able to draft using computer-aided drafting software. Nearly all states require landscape architects to be licensed, which requires earning a bachelor's degree or master's degree in landscape architecture.

Start working for yourself
Whether you're interested in computers, beauty, or plants, you can work for yourself in one of today's hottest industries. Online degree programs and career training options can help you transition into your dream career without giving up your current job.

Jessica Hanley is a writer pursuing a graduate degree in creative writing. Her previous experience includes marketing for the Penguin Young Readers Group and teaching writing to students of all ages. Jessica received a B.A. in English from Stanford University.

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Making a Transition Job Work for You

by Denene Brox, for Yahoo! HotJobs

Landing a job is tough these days. The job market is flooded with unemployed workers--so finding a job that's a good fit is even tougher.

If you're a professional who has been out of work for a while, you may have to take a "transition job" to make ends meet (or just to keep busy).

Transition jobs often don't require a lot of experience or education, are usually lower paid, and can be easier to land. Industries like retail, health care, and food service hire lots of workers in customer service and support roles. Temporary agencies can also help you stay engaged with the working world.

And there are many other benefits to taking a transition job--it's all about making the most of your opportunities, and spinning the job the right way. Here are some tips on making a transition job work for you.

Fill your resume gaps
In addition to providing you an income, transition jobs put you back into the ranks of the employed, the group most attractive to potential employers.

"Transition jobs help you avoid those large gaps of unemployment on your resume, which is a concern in this economy," says Nancy DeCrescenzo, director of career services at Eastern Connecticut State University.

"I don't think taking a transition job will hurt your resume, because the number-one thing that recruiters and employers ask is what you've been doing with your time. So you're better off doing something than nothing. It shows that you're a go-getter--that you're out there working hard, doing whatever it takes to pay your bills," says career coach Deborah Brown-Volkman.

Network in your target industry
Just because you spend a few hours a day creating latte art at a coffee shop doesn't mean you should stop networking in your desired industry. Continue (or start) to attend industry events and workshops in your target field, and don't neglect potential connections at your transition job.

"One of the big assumptions that people make is that our network has to be in our target industry," says DeCrescenzo. "But your network can be the customers or clients that you interact with in a transition job, that help you make your next move. It's all about networking right now."

Learn a new industry
If you're looking for a position in a different industry, taking a lower-level job in that field will give you the opportunity to learn the business from the ground up, says Joe Watson, the author of "Where the Jobs Are Now: The Fastest Growing Industries and How to Break Into Them."

"It's great to get a transition job in a growth industry such as green energy or health care because it gives you an inside advantage. As the economy recovers, those fields will have exponential growth," says Watson.

Keri Coffman-Thiede took a transition job in customer service while she trained for a new career as a life coach. "My transition job gave me the time to go through coach training and begin my own business," she says.

Focus on transferable skills
Any type of transition job will provide you with transferable skills that will not only help you in future jobs, but also look great on your resume. Highlight skills that are required in many jobs and industries--things like communication skills and project management.

Denene Brox is a Kansas City-based freelance writer. She regularly covers career topics and trends. Visit her online at www.denenebrox.com.

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5 Ways You Bug Your Boss--and How to Stop

Break these bad habits and boost your career

by Susan Johnston, PayScale.com

Even if you get your work done and generally get along with your coworkers, you may have habits that bug your boss. While these quirks may not necessarily get you fired, they can certainly keep you from climbing the corporate ladder.

Here are tips on beating behaviors that bug your boss:

1. Showing up late
According to LaRhonda Edwards, a human resources manager with thirteen years of experience, tardiness is one of the biggest concerns for managers. "If the normal work day starts at 8 o'clock, then the expectation is that you're in the office ready to start your day," she explains. Her advice to the chronically late? "Plan ahead," she urges. "If you live 50 minutes away, you don't leave 50 minutes early. Tag on extra time and anticipate road blocks." Some people even set their clocks a few minutes early to ensure that they're on time.

2. Choosing the wrong mode of communication
Different bosses prefer different modes of communication. Lindsey Pollak, a workplace expert and the author of "Getting from College to Career," says that if you text a boss who prefers in-person meetings, "either your information won't get across or you'll irritate him or her." Fortunately, there's a simple fix: ask your boss how and when to send updates. If you're too shy to ask outright, Pollak suggests observing how your boss communicates with you. "If you have a boss who communicates once a day by email, that's the boss's preferred frequency and method of communication," explains Pollak.

3. Keeping a messy work area
A cluttered, messy work space can give your boss the impression that you're lazy or disorganized, so try to keep your desk neat. "Never put more on your desk than you're going to work on for the day," recommends Edwards. "At the end of the day, make sure you set up for the next day. I may be working on five things at once, but at the end of the day, they're gone, and I set up for the next day."

4. Asking questions you could easily answer on your own
Most managers would rather you ask a question than make a mistake, but many questions can be answered on your own. "Is this something you could ask a colleague?" asks Pollak, adding, "The Internet is so vast that a lot of information you can get yourself." If you must approach your boss with a question or issue, then Pollak recommends brainstorming beforehand. "Rather than saying, 'This client is terrible. What should I do?' think about potential solutions," she says.

5. Forgetting to turn off your cell phone for a meeting
Cell phones are ubiquitous in the workplace these days, but it's still disruptive and disrespectful when they go off during a meeting. Edwards says that you should "put your cell phone on vibrate, or leave it in your office, so it's not a distraction." Plus, that way, you won't be tempted to text!

Boston-based freelance writer Susan Johnston has covered career and business topics for The Boston Globe, Hispanic Executive Quarterly, WomenEntrepreneur.com, and other publications.

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Real Job-Interview Bombs

by Maria Hanson, LiveCareer

For job seekers, landing an interview is a dream come true. But unfortunately, the actual interview can quickly go from dream to nightmare.

"I've heard stories of people being interviewed for the wrong job, interviewers interviewing the wrong candidate and grilling them about the wrong resume--you name it, it has happened," says Ellen Reeves, the author of "Can I Wear My Nose Ring to the Interview?"

You think you've had a bad job interview or two? How do they compare to these bombs from both sides of the interview desk?

Naptime happens
"While I was in the middle of explaining my previous job duties, I realized that the man who was interviewing me had fallen asleep. I spoke loudly and tried coughing, but he was out cold, snoring. Since it was a one-man business, I just wrote him a quick note and left. I never heard back.--Cathy Ng, bookkeeper

Oh, my Lord
"I once had a candidate tell me the prophet of Jesus, who lived in his closet, told him to apply for the job I interviewed him for."--Amanda Schnaub, hiring for a photocopy assistant.

The attorney audition
During an interview at a law firm, the interviewer discovered that law student Jerry Levine had sung a cappella in college. "All of a sudden, he puts down my resume and asks if I know anything from 'Annie,' his daughter's favorite musical. When I said yes, he said, 'If you're interested in continuing this interview, you're going to sing "Tomorrow" to her on the phone right now.' I must have been off-key because I never heard from that firm again."

Don't sweat it
At an interview for a job with a defense contractor, Internet marketing specialist Tom Shivers was faced with a difficult interviewer who stared at him silently after he answered each question. "I was wearing a suit and tie and had just come in from 90 degree heat outdoors. I began to sweat. The interviewer continued to stare--and watch large beads of sweat roll down my face."

Phone interference
Paul Bailo, the author of "The Official Phone Interview Handbook," has fielded more than his share of phone-interview fails:

"One woman placed me on hold for 20 minutes and finally returned, saying she had to let the dogs out."

"A client had SpongeBob SquarePants blasting in the background during the whole interview."

"A former CEO from a utility company conducted his interview from the men's room. The whole time, there was a ton of bathroom noise, water running, toilet flushing...."

The old bait and switchboard
Years ago Rochelle Peachey, who now runs a U.K.-U.S. dating site called I Love Your Accent, interviewed for a job as a temporary telephone operator. "I knew I couldn't work the switchboard, but my friend told me to bluff it because they would like me and train me. I spoke knowledgably--until the interviewer put me in a room with the dreaded switchboard to test me. The lights were flashing; I panicked and climbed out of the second-floor window."

Walk much?
"I had an interview with a corporate headhunter and was extremely nervous. I must have crossed my legs extremely tightly, for a long time, because when the interview ended and I got up to shake hands, I nearly fell to the floor because of my rubber leg. I started to laugh nervously, then hysterically, as I pounded my leg and limped out the door."--Paula Hubbs Cohen, freelance writer

Overcaffeinated
Sue Michaels, now the marketing manager for Sierra College, was offered a cup of coffee before her interview. When she sat down to interview, she went to set the coffee down. The coffee immediately spilled all over the important papers of interviewer.

When interviewers attack
Lawyer Jane Jones (not her real name) was being courted to work at a law firm. Everything was going perfectly until her interview with a partner in the firm. He began attacking her verbally because she was slightly older than other law-school grads and not from the area. "He yelled, 'What did you do with your life?! You wasted it! You'll never be let into the local culture!'"

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7 Top-Grossing Career Paths

by Clare Kaufman, FindtheRightSchool.com

The highest-paid careers might not earn you the most money--when you take into account the cost of education. A true top-grossing career is one that promises a high return on a comparatively low tuition investment. The following top-grossing careers offer the most direct route from a classroom to earning potentials of $100,000 and up.

With these kinds of numbers, it shouldn't take long for your degree to pay for itself--and then some.

1. Pharmaceutical or medical sales representative
With a generous commission structure and a top-selling product, you could be well on your way to six figures straight out of college. Pharmaceutical and medical-equipment sales jobs are among the top-grossing sales positions. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), technical and scientific sales reps reported 2009 average earnings of $81,370, with the upper 25 percent earning over $100,000.

An associate's degree with courses in biology, engineering, electronics, and business offers basic preparation for a career as a scientific sales representative. For the best opportunities, invest four years in a bachelor's degree program.

2. Investment banker
Traditionally, college graduates in search of a quick payday headed into banking. The crisis on Wall Street may have tempered these expectations somewhat, but investment banking continues to offer entry-level analysts the opportunity to earn six-figure salaries right out of the gates. The average starting salary nationwide is $56,534, but top Wall Street players still start some associates out at $100,000. The national average for all securities and financial-services sales agents, which includes investment bankers, was $91,390 in 2009.

A bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or economics offers the best preparation for an career in investment banking. Eventually, you could upgrade your education with an MBA for more opportunities and earning power.

3. Marketing manager
Marketing managers help businesses turn products into revenue. This business alchemy requires a blend of communication with customers, market research, product development, and strategic pricing. Marketing managers earned an average salary of $120,070 in 2009.

A four-year bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or economics is the ticket to a marketing career. To accelerate your advancement, invest in an MBA degree.

4. IT manager
Information technology serves as the nerve center of business in the information economy, empowering workers to transmit, analyze, and store information. An IT manager coordinates the strategic implementation of technology--networks, computer systems, and databases--that makes high-level data management possible. As a reflection of the vital role they play in an organization, their average annual compensation stood at an impressive $120,640 in 2009.

A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or management information systems is the minimum requirement for a management-level job in IT.

5. Lawyer
Lawyers serve as advocates and advisors to people seeking justice in the criminal or civil courts. They prepare and argue cases before judges and juries, create contracts and other legal documents, and represent their clients in negotiations. Lawyers earned an average salary of $129,020 in 2009.

A bachelor's degree and a three-year professional Juris Doctor degree qualify you for a career as a lawyer. While this intensive schooling can stretch your finances, high-paying corporate employers offer enough starting pay to recoup your investment, and some public service employers offer student-debt forgiveness programs.

6. Engineer
Engineering holds the distinction as the highest-paying occupation for new college graduates. Armed with just a bachelor's degree, engineers in high-demand specialties can earn impressive salaries right out of college. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), petroleum engineers earned a starting salary of $83,121 in 2009. The 2009 national average salary for petroleum engineers was $119,960.

Petroleum engineers need a four-year bachelor's degree in engineering in order to qualify for a position in oil- and gas-well production and design.

7. Airline pilot
Airline pilots operate the highly sophisticated technology on board today's passenger and commercial aircraft. In recognition of their skill and elite training, some full-time pilots with the larger airlines earn generous salaries; the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a 2009 national average of $117,060.

Traditionally, airline pilots qualified for their first job after completing a military or civilian flight training program. Today, most employers require a college degree. A bachelor's degree in aeronautical engineering offers the most comprehensive view of advanced flight technology, but the most common qualification for pilots is a two-year associate's degree.

The bottom line
While no educational program can guarantee a salary, these seven paths can offer big returns on your educational investment. In some cases, a four-year stint in college puts you in line for six-figure earning power and more.

Dr. Clare Kaufman is a freelance writer who covers business and education topics.

Source: Yearly salary figures are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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