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Balancing Work With School While StudyingWe would all love to coast through our college years without worrying about paying the bills. Having money to enjoy life is not as easy as we would like it though. Money does not grow on trees after all and even if it did, trees do not grow in malls, bars and schools. So the reality for most is that college life is either partially or fully financed by concurrent employment. |
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Credit Card TipsStudents often think that whatever they do in school does not follow them to business life. While this may apply to your drunken antics, financial records often stay on your file for up to 7 years. So late payments, missed payments and other black marks may hurt you get a loan, mortgage or even employment down the road. This is why credit cards can be so vital yet dangerous. |
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Finding Complementary WorkThe main thing is to find a job that is complementary to your education. If you are a finance student, get a job at a bank, either in customer service or in credit and loans. The advantage of working in customer service is that it will give you a great look into areas like public relations – something that |
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Military EducationSome of you may be interested in serving your country and getting an education at the same time. The military is a great way to earn a solid degree, build your character and do so in a smart financial way. This is not for everyone of course, so make sure you know what you are getting yourself into. |
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Sports & AthleticsGet involved in athletics while in school. Not only does it build leadership but it also refines your teamwork skills and brews a desire to win. After all, business is about winning whether we wish to admit it or not. |
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StressCredit card debt is one of many things that stress students and adults alike. Stress is a fact of life; the challenge is to know how to respond when it hits. |
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Student Exchange ProgramFind out as fast as you can about student exchange programs. These are usually offered to international business students but even if you minor in languages, you may have some great adventures in your future. It is always advised to combine school with your interests. So many young people take |
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Supporting Your FamilyTextbooks are sometimes out of date and provide cookie cutter theories or approaches to business. Your experience with the retail store, bar sponsorship or bank error will give you insight into real business, as opposed to what is being taught in classes. Work experience will stand out |
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