Career Planning

"If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat" (2 Thessalonians 3:10).

The concept of what you're going to do for the rest of your life can be intimidating. But one thing's for sure—if you don't work out a plan, you're going to have a hard time providing for yourself. Take advantage of our resources on career planning below and start developing a plan for your life.

Starting a Small Business - Even in Tough Times
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Starting a Small Business - Even in Tough Times

Here are the stories of four people who own and operate their own businesses.
Cuddle Up With Your Child and Read a Great Book!
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Cuddle Up With Your Child and Read a Great Book!

Read, read, read! As parents, we want our children to develop the skill of reading, which includes decoding skills, comprehension skills and fluency.
How to Make a Good First Impression
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How to Make a Good First Impression

You may have heard the warning, "You never get a second chance to make a good first impression." Here's how to avoid mistakes.
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How to Live the Best Life Possible

How can you get the most out of this life, which you can only spend once?
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Creating a Goal

Developing a good plan ensures that you will have fewer surprises later in your college career. I was able to see exactly which classes I would have had to take in each degree path.
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Choosing to Cheat

Everyone seems to be doing it, so it's not really a problem to cheat in school, is it?
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My Plan vs. God's Plan

A too rigid structure doesn't leave much room for God's intervention or guidance.
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Balancing Faith and Wisdom

According to God's inspired words, wisdom isn't a matter of analyzing things and arriving at your own conclusion of whether they look smart to you.
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What They Don't Teach You at Harvard Business School

When looking for a new job, what can you do to stand out? Mark McCormack, author of What They Don't Teach You at Harvard Business School, makes three excellent suggestions.
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When I Grow Up I Want to Be...

You want a job you will enjoy, that will supply your needs and that will allow you to obey God. How can you plan for a great career?
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What Bosses Want

As college or trade school students near graduation, one question usually moves to the fore: Where will I find a job?"
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Less Stress Stop Flapping

When we trust in and wait on the Lord, we can know that He will take care of all our needs. God through the eloquent Isaiah tells us that we will then rise up and soar like eagles.
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Youth Focus from Vertical Thought... Are You Up for the Challenge?

Life's greatest challenges are in everyday decisions! Learning to choose wisely and learning from your experiences can prepare you for a rewarding future!
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Career Choice and the 21st-Century Christian

It is a wonderful blessing to enjoy one's work, and since most adults with full-time jobs spend about half their waking hours at work, that's all the more reason to find work you enjoy. While much can be said about...
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It Pays to Stay in School

The United States has a shortage of educated workers.
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Look Before You Leap

Sometimes we face choices that involve a leap. Getting the facts helps us to make that leap more safely.
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Give It One More Shot!

Sometimes the curtains close on your dreams. But if you persevere and try and try again, the results can surprise you.
a man wearing a business suit walking in a city road
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Ladies and Gentlemen, May I Have Your Attention Please

This is a phrase we've probably all heard many times, but did you ever stop to wonder if you really are a lady or a gentleman? If you are, how did you get to be one? And what does this...
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Do You Dare?

Ever been dared to do something? Often we regret taking a dare, but some dares make life a whole lot better.
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With All Your Might

Actions may not always bring success or happiness, but it is certain that there is no success or happiness without action.
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