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Creative Blogger Needed

2012-01-31T10:49:00.002-05:00

We are looking for a creative blogger to regularly write for our blog.

Details:
- We will start with 8-10 posts/month and increasing in future.
- Blog posts will be about 500 words along with a picture.
- Topic is around consumer electronics and gadget shopping, but the audience is non-tech savvy. It is very important for blog posts to have a tone that a regular consumer will understand.

Requirements:
- Prior experience with gadgets and/or writing on technical topics for non-techs.
- Working knowledge of Wordpress. You will be responsible for adding the post to wordpress and set everything up (keywords, image, formatting, etc.)
- We will provide topics, but it would be good to work with someone who can be part of topic exploration.

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Boss' Advice

2012-01-31T10:20:00.000-05:00

This guest post from Lewis Beck

The other day my boss sent me an e-mail and instructed me to “click here to keep my job.”What can I say? Is not the most verbose man in the world. As it turns out what he wanted me to do was find a way to streamline some of the technology at our office and now I feel really good about my position at the company. I feel like because I'm the youngest person here I have a lot of ground to cover and a lot to prove when it comes to pulling my weight at the office.

Who would've thought I could do all that in one fell swoop just by making sure I had all of our technology needs covered. I love being an assistant because I feel like I get to have a hand in everything and I'm not tied down to one particular job responsibility. I'm learning a lot about how this small business functions and I know that I'm becoming a more essential part of day-to-day operations here at the office.

Medical Editor - Copy: New Jersey

2012-01-31T10:19:00.000-05:00

Our Client, a leading marketing company, is seeking a freelance Medical Editor. This company is located in Hamilton, NJ. You must be able to commute comfortably. You will be editing medical and general consumer Web, mobile devices, apps and print content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and adherence to client and house style.

Another part of the role is identifying inconsistencies, awkward wording, proofreading manuscript against programmed site, interacting with programmer, proofing print pieces to final production phase. You will be assisting writers with manuscripts as needed. You must be able to coordinate workflow by balancing multiple requests and deadlines.

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Reviews Needed

2012-01-31T10:14:00.000-05:00

20 Reviews required. UK and USA mixture for 20 reviews.

Budget: $30-$250 USD, Jobs: Articles, Copywriting, Product Descriptions, Reviews

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Merger and Acquisition Advisory Services for Businesses

2012-01-19T11:58:00.001-05:00

There has been significant restructuring of the investment banking industry as a result of the global financial crisis. If you have a business and are looking into chemical mergers and acquisitions or even simply needing chemical advisory for the next step in building your business, consider working with a well established firm or a chemical investment bank to not only advise you but help with the process.

One of the most important jobs of the financial adviser is to be able to provide equity research on both the bidder and the target, so you can make an informed decision without unwanted financial surprises.

Prior to committing to any company for such a huge transaction, always be sure to do research about who they are, where they are located, and if possible, who their past clients were or who their current clients are. Be advised, however, that often some of that information is not open to the public.

Supplement Your Income with Do My Stuff

2012-01-13T07:02:00.000-05:00

Do My Stuff is a new concierge service site that matches employers requiring services with people willing and able to provide them. These might be things like picking up dry cleaning, mowing the lawn, walking a dog, standing in line for tickets.

You just put in your zip code, and you can see people in your area who are seeking services. Then you bid to perform that service. If the employer accepts your bid, you will perform the task, then get paid.

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Customer Service with Home Shopping Network

2012-01-13T06:59:00.000-05:00

Home Shopping Network is again seeking work-at-home customer support professionals in the Roanoke, VA area. You must live within one hour’s driving distance from the company headquarters in zip code 24012. Preference will be given to qualified candidates within HSN’s local calling area.

Desired are previous customer care or sales experience, strong PC skill (Microsoft Outlook, Windows, and the Internet), and excellent communicative abilities. You must be detail-oriented, organized and reliable. Follow-through is important in this position. Finally, you must be able to “connect with the customer and bring excitement to the call.”

You will be provided paid training. Various shifts are available. Compensation is $10.00 an hour, plus incentives. Benefits start the first of the month following your hire date. This opportunity includes employee discounts, 401K, and more.

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Teen Loves

2011-12-29T08:19:00.002-05:00

Post contributed by Alvin Moreno

When I was a teenager I wanted to be in showbiz but of course, the older I got the more ludicrous I realized that was. I wasn’t pretty enough to be an actress and I sure couldn’t sing or do anything useful like that so it just didn’t make sense for me to bend over backwards to try and become famous.

Now my TV involvement comes mostly in the form of checking on WWW.CANNONSATELLITE.COM to see what packages are available in my area although I AM thinking about getting involved in the local theater company at some poin in the near future. I’ve got some friends who do it too and if how much fun they tell me they have is any indication I’ve got a long way to go to really realize my full potential as a star – there’s nothing standing in my way, I guess, except my own insecurities and I’ve got to shake those sooner or later! Just ask my husband – I sing and dance all the time at home when no one’s watching!

Hydro-excavation

2011-11-21T13:55:00.000-05:00

Every now and then we like to discuss topics that are pertinent to the environment and that will not only generate buzz for companies but can also generate jobs for people. Did you know that the oil and gas industry is booming in Dallas? So much that in parts of Dallas there is a huge supply of natural gas thousands of feet below the ground and a large supply of oil in addition to natural gas.

Since these resources are abundant, there is significant drilling being done in these areas and pipelines are needed to transport these resources. The safe an very effective way to do this is through hydro-excavation as this process meets the excavation needs of pipeline construction companies in these area. In short, hydro-excavation is safe digging with high pressure water and vacuum. This process is also referred to as soft digging or non destructive digging.

Hopefully this technique not only works well for the environment but also brings about more jobs and opportunities for people who live in and around the area.

Being Comfortable is Important When Working

2011-11-07T14:52:00.001-05:00

I worked in the medical field for several years before becoming a stay at home/work at home mom and when I say the scrubs I had to wear were very uncomfortable, I speak from experience.

The scrubs I had to wear were unisex and very boxy - definitely not comfortable or flattering. I had always wished there would be scrubs made more for a woman and now there is. The more uncomfortable I was, the less I wanted to be at work.

Too late for me to enjoy but for any woman who is in the medical field, I found lab coats, scrub sets, and even nursing uniforms - these not only fit perfectly but are comfortable as well.

If you are interested, the website is: http://www.blueskyscrubs.com

This is such a huge deal for women. No more wearing boxy, unflattering scrubs and lab coats. Finally, something stylish!

Talladega

2011-11-07T14:14:00.000-05:00

Posted by Von Battle

I logged onto http://www.satelliteinternetbroadband.com/hughesnet/Alabama/ and got satellite internet. We have never had internet at our house, but I usually just check my e-mail at work. Now that we have the internet, I was able to log on when tickets to our favorite event in Alabama became available.

Our favorite event is so cliché, but it is the Nascar race at Talladega. Usually, I try to make it to the ticket office and everyone who has bought tickets on line gets the best seats. We get descent seats, but not the ones that I would really like to have. So this year, I knew when they were going to be out, got on the internet and got great seats. We are right about the finish line about forty-five rows back. For a Nascar race, that isn’t too far back. You can actually see the track better.

Nascar is really noisy and it is better to be farther away from the track so that you don’t have to wear noise cancelling earphones. We just can’t wait for the race this year. It is going to be awesome!

Tips on Buying the Right Patio Furniture Covers

2011-11-06T14:34:00.000-05:00

Outdoor patio furniture covers will help protect your furnishings from the elements of weather. With the covers, there is no limit to the different shapes, materials and designs available. You can quickly purchase your covers from an online shop or at the local landscaping or gardening store.

Are you a resident in of the areas that get strong winds, extreme cold or heat, or heavy rains? Whether you experience one or all of these weather demons, you still enjoy the outdoors. For this reason, many homeowners furnish their outdoors using patio furniture. You will want to cover patio furniture if you are to protect it against weather. How then do you go about getting the right outdoor patio furniture covers?

Here, some tips.

Get into the habit of always going for high quality. Cheap covers may seem as ideal for saving some money in the short run, but all that changes the following year if you have to reinvest.
Always get covers that slightly bigger than your furniture. Measurements on the packaging are often the maximum.
Buy covers that will protect your furniture from UV rays. Such covers will keep your furniture from fading.
If you live in windy areas, go for covers with strings.
In times of extreme weather conditions, it is wiser to keep your outdoor patio furniture in a garden shed or garage than covering.

Stabilize Your Income with a Degree

2011-10-31T13:41:00.000-04:00

IT training can be one of the many avenues you take to enable a “work from home” lifestyle. Many IT professionals have the ability to work remotely from home on a full time or part time basis, depending on the needs of the employing company. Independent living does not mean you must work for yourself and scrape the bottom of the internet barrel for low-paying tasks to complete. For some, this is one way to eek out a living but for those who want more, you can look at independent living as a means to an end. Being a remote IT professional, data entry worker or transcriptionist is a great way to work in your home office and maintain many of the benefits available to an employed worker, such as insurance.

In many cases, you can earn an IT career online so you do not have to go to a traditional brick and mortar school. This not only saves time but it also saves money on tuition costs. Do yourself a favor. If you are looking into ways to stabilize your income, think about going back to school to earn a degree. Look at careers that let you earn money while working remotely from home.

Get Into the Stock Market!

2011-10-25T18:22:00.001-04:00

Many stay at home workers tend to overlook income opportunities at every corner. For example, many bloggers, content writers and data entry writers could utilize the spare time spent gazing out of their windows on the stock market. Even if you are reluctant to “gamble” away money, you can ease your way into the market by purchasing and selling penny stocks.

Unless you happen to discover the next Microsoft or Apple, you will likely never get rich trading penny stocks. After all, as the name implies, a penny stock is very cheap to purchase. However, penny stocks give you an idea of how the system works, teaches you what to look for and what to avoid and generally help you get your feet wet.

At the very least, penny stocks could help you get through an otherwise long and boring day writing copy for your not so favorite client.

Preschool Jobs

2011-10-20T10:17:00.000-04:00

The Internet is full of work opportunities and many people can locate an opening that suits his or her own requirements. Employers often publish preschool career listings any day of the week and career hunters no longer have to actually visit the potential place of employment to drop off resumes and fill out applications.

It takes much less time and effort to look for job online and it is possible to find new openings. If interested, the employer will e-mail you the subsequent times for a telephone interview or to invite you for a face to face interview.

Preschool jobs are fun but keep in mind, preschools are often low on preschool supplies so be prepared to have to ask for donations or supply your own.

Keeping 3 year olds busy might seem like a difficult task since they are always on the go and seem to have a never-ending supply of energy. This will likely be quite obvious on days where staying indoors is necessary instead of going outside. Luckily there are many enjoyable indoor routines for youngsters that will not only keep them entertained, but will also teach them a few things.

Working on the Go

2011-10-19T14:31:00.000-04:00

Traveling, for me anyway, is usually a vacation. A time to get away from work and relax. However, being a blogger means there is always something to write about. I find I have more things to blog bout while on vacation. In most cases, the blog entries I create while I am away are my most interesting posts.

Since I take my work with me, having a reliable and lightweight computer is important. I recently found one of those tables that is perfect for traveling along with me. I never used to actually take a computer with me because I have a 'smart phone' and can blog from my phone. I can even add images to the blog posts from my phone. While this is convenient, it really is not practical for me because I take forever to text/type using my phone.

I do have voice transcribing on my phone but I rarely use it. This is because one time I replied to a client via email and I said, "Thank you, Lisa." and my phone transcribed, "you suck" wow--what the heck?!

Hydro-excavation in Oklahoma

2011-10-17T14:59:00.000-04:00

Every now and then we like to discuss topics that are pertinent to the environment and that will not only generate buzz for companies but can also generate jobs for people. Did you know that the oil and gas industry is booming in Oklahoma? So much that in parts of Southeastern Oklahoma, there is a huge supply of natural gas thousands of feet below the ground. In parts of Western Oklahoma, there is a large supply of oil in addition to natural gas.

Since these resources are abundant, there is significant drilling being done in these areas and pipelines are needed to transport these resources. The safe an very effective way to do this is through hydro-excavation as this process meets the excavation needs of pipeline construction companies in these area. In short, hydro-excavation is safe digging with high pressure water and vacuum. This process is also referred to as soft digging or non destructive digging.

Hopefully this technique not only works well for the environment but also brings about more jobs and opportunities for people who live in and around the area.

Do You Know Your Overtime Pay and FLSA Legal Rights

2011-10-16T10:03:00.000-04:00

While we hope to help people find jobs working from home, we realize not everyone has the chance and therefore has to work outside the home. If you are one of these people, do you know the laws on overtime for the geographical area in which you work? Many people do not, yet they continue to work the overtime because they need to or because they are told it is 'mandatory' - however, is it REALLY mandatory?

The fact of the matter is, the state and federal laws (the Fair Labor Standards Act or FLSA) that govern an employee’s right to overtime pay are complex and often confusing. Along with the confusion, new overtime pay rules and regulations have gone into effect. Make sure you get all your questions answered and find out how you can recover the unpaid overtime pay that you are rightfully owed.

I hear stories all the time from people about how they worked so many hours of overtime, yet their paycheck doesn't reflect the correct amount. How is this possible? Is there something shady going on? The real problem is that they do not realize they have a legal right to know the answers to these questions AND get the money they worked hard to earn.

Finance Writer Wanted for Well Funded Internet Startup

2011-10-14T17:37:00.000-04:00

THE OPPORTUNITY

If you enjoy writing, are curious about understanding companies, markets and current events, and want to participate in the internet startup experience, this is a dream opportunity. You will play a key role in setting the tone, and being a quality guard for the analysis presented on the site. We believe it takes years to build a sound reputation but minutes to destroy it all, as such this is a critical role for the company

We're looking for a few freelance contributors that can help us publish more analyses and articles related to companies or industries of interest. Our articles can range from 100 to 500 words and incorporate our unique forecasting tools.

This is a great opportunity for a spectrum of individuals that enjoy to write:
- Financial and business journalists
- Financials analysts (MBAs, CFAs, CPAs)
- Graduate students in business, finance or economics
- Industry specific writers/journalists that understand important trends in big industries (technology, media, telecom, automotive, financials, retail, etc.)

Depending on the specific topic, you may be required to do some independent research (based on publicly available information) for the articles. In many cases, you will be able to use information on our site or information that we provide in advance. There is flexibility to assume greater responsibility and more complex assignments based on experience.

FLEXIBLE, ON-GOING ROLE

This is a regular weekly or monthly part time role with flexibility around the level and frequency of contribution.

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Freelance Writer Wanted for The Glass Hammer

2011-10-14T17:35:00.000-04:00

The Glass Hammer is looking for experienced freelance writers to cover issues like work/life balance, management advice, and issues surrounding women in leadership. The writer should have some level of experience writing about and for business people -- our audience is largely executives in the financial space, so it's important that our content is high level, intelligent, and useful. Market knowledge is useful but not necessary.

Articles should be between 700-900 words and commissions will be provided in advance. We run on a tight schedule and the ability to stick to deadlines is essential. Pay is $30 per article. To apply, please respond with a resume and a writing sample.

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There are jobs and then there are JOBS!

2011-09-30T15:13:00.000-04:00

With the state of the current economy, many people have faced the reality that it’s time to go back to the public work sector. This reality has hit home for many readers of this blog and I know that working from home can drain your bank account quickly when thins dry up. With Google and their many changes, it has become harder for the average blogger to make money. However, the average blogger that must go back to work likely fails to find the joy in a nine-to-five cubical job.

If you want to go back to work but you don’t want mundane, look for a career in mining industry jobs. Mining is very popular all over the word. Many mining jobs run 24/7 so you will likely find a work time that suits your needs. Yes its hard work, yes it’s dangerous work and yes you’ll need a bit of training before you are ready but hey, you will not find yourself staring out a window stuck to a cubical all day.

This is just an example of jobs that are out there that pay well and provide a viable income for those of us facing an uncertain future in the online blogging industry.

Do You Listen to Music While You Work?

2011-09-24T14:39:00.000-04:00

I usually have something on while I work--the tv or music. A little while back I came across cdbaby.com and found a friend of mine on there! KO - (Kevin O'Connor) he is a seasoned and introspective guitar and vocal artist who has been performing and recording his original music in the New York area for 25 years.

I listened to clips of his latest recording here on his website: Soulful Sounds and enjoyed what I heard. If you want some relaxing music to have on while going about your day, definitely check him out. If you like what you hear, you can buy his latest collection of songs on cdbaby - 175 Cherry Lane from KO

Freelance Essay Editor / Copywriter (Work from Home)

2011-09-18T10:11:00.000-04:00

We are seeking creative, technically proficient editors to complete freelance editing jobs. As a freelance editor, you will proofread essays and help foreign students/writers produce polished, original essays. The work is Internet-based, which allows you to receive and complete jobs from anywhere with access to a computer and Internet connectivity. Freelance editors set their own schedules and work volume, and are paid per completed job (payment amounts are specified when jobs are assigned).

There is no formal training; we are only interested in freelance editors capable of managing their own quality and time based on the guidelines we provide, and who can use their writing skills and other talents to provide customers with top-notch service..

If interested in this freelance opportunity, please submit your resume to career at hytranslation.com. If we think you are qualified, we will contact you with an invitation to complete a sample.

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Husband Job Interviews

2011-09-17T20:59:00.000-04:00

Guest post by Gerard Mcdaniel

I am so sick of living in Florida. It seems the people here are either old or vacationing. My husband is trying so desperately to find a job in a different state. Lately, he has had several interviews and we are hopeful something will work out. However, he still has more interviews lined up.

I am so excited about getting out of this state, but the process is leaving me home alone a lot. I told my husband I needed to get an All Home Security system. Even though we would hopefully be moving soon, I was getting too scared alone all the time. He agreed and we had the system installed.

Three days later he went off to Tennessee for a job interview that lasted the remaining of the week. It was a multistep interview, but for a great job. I was alone the entire time with my fingers crossed and hoping this would be the perfect job. Two weeks later my husband received a call and offered the job in Tennessee. Looks like we are moving!!

Article Writer – Pet Advice

2011-09-14T11:26:00.000-04:00

Pets advice website seeking 1-2 experienced writers to research and write short (400-word) articles. You select from our list of titles on a range of health, behavior and grooming topics about cats and dogs mostly.

All work must be completely original (don't just shuffle your reference text around) and based on leading references such as books (Google Books search is awesome) or newspaper articles online or quality websites such as PetMD, etc. Voice of the article: well-informed and trusted adviser, but casual and straightforward ("a friend telling you like it is...") Also, we want you to choose and upload a photo with your article as well (we will show you how to obtain a photo with no copyright issues).

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