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How to Prepare for Your First Day of Work

  Starting a new job can be exciting—and a little nerve-racking. There’s a lot of pressure to start strong and make a good impression. So, how can you get ready for your first day of work and leave those first-day jitters behind? We’ll share what you can do to feel calm, confident and ready for …

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How to Make the Most of a Job You Don’t Like

Not everyone loves their job, but for whatever reason, you’re not ready to quit. And that’s okay. But wouldn’t it be nice if it felt better to be there?  It may seem impossible, but reframing your perspective can go a long way in transforming a job you dread.  Keep your eye on the bigger picture. …

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Temp Work Allowed Me to Learn Manufacturing Skills – And Shine in a New Career

A desire to learn and grow may be all that you need to spark the next move in your career. That’s all it took for Xavier McArthur. For over four years, he consistently worked in customer service roles. But he didn’t feel fulfilled. He wanted to learn more. “I haven’t had many jobs,” Xavier shared. …

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My Strong Work Ethic Landed Me a Fantastic Job Opportunity

John Newman has always had an incredible work ethic. Having grown up on a farm, he was accustomed to working hard and working long hours. It was during this time that he began operating machinery, working with tractors, using power tools, and doing construction work. With those 15 years of experience under his belt, John …

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I Started a New Job Just 48 Hours After My TERRA Interview

After working in the construction industry for 12 years, Jim Ryckman decided that it was time for a new job. He didn’t love what he was doing, but more than that, he was tired of not having steady work to support his family. He made a decision: he was going to get welding certified. For …

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My New Job Is a Great Fit – I Am Not Starting Over

Gwendolyn Johnson was an experienced business management professional. She and her husband ran their own business for many years and, during that time, she was responsible for variety of office, administration and light accounting duties. She loved the learning opportunities that came with the job. Unfortunately, due to an unexpected turn of events, Gwen and …

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