Posted on July 17, 2014 at 6:00 am
By Cara Strickland When I was an English major in college, I was often faced with that question. The one that is rarely posed to business majors, but almost always asked of those studying the liberal arts. “What are you going to do with that?” This happened at family gatherings, occasionally in the supermarket, and […]
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Tags: careers, college, college students, English, fields of study, jobs, majors, university, writing
Posted on June 13, 2014 at 6:00 am
By Michelle Booth Do you have a great idea for a business but don’t know how to go from idea to reality? Welcome to business incubation Spokane style. There are several resources in the area ready to help you get your new company funded and open for business, and several more business resources ready to […]
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Tags: business, community, education
Posted on May 29, 2014 at 6:00 am
By Julianne T. Creating an effective resume to enhance your chances of getting that interview can be a daunting experience. So how do you ensure your resume will climb to the top of the pile? Here are four tips to help you create a solid and impressive resume: 1. Use effective titles Like it or […]
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Tags: digital library, jobnow, jobs
Posted on April 23, 2014 at 6:00 am
By Kandy Brandt The nonprofit organization I am active in was looking for ways to provide valuable and efficient services on a tight budget. We had just enough income to make ends meet and nothing left over for renting expensive office space, investing in costly computer software, or hiring lots of staff. We found the […]
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Tags: business, technology
Posted on December 11, 2013 at 6:00 am
By Vanessa S. When enough people tell you how great your product or service is, you might think about starting your own business. Whether it’s food, knitted socks, or a mobile app, it pays to know what you’re getting into. Trade magazines are a great way to get to know your industry. For example, my […]
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Tags: business, digital library, proquest
Posted on October 14, 2013 at 11:30 am
Welcome to our Business & Careers blog page. Supporting job seekers and local businesses is a top service priority. It is our goal to provide local businesses and non-profits with the tools they need to develop and maintain successful enterprises, and teens and adults with the resources and opportunities they need to attain meaningful employmen […]
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Tags: business, jobs
