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Most people spend anywhere from 20 to 80 hours every week on the job. That's a huge chunk of your time -- so it's a good idea to know what's going on in the world of work.

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Since you were a young child, you have wanted to be a detective. Read this article and learn how to become a detective.

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Wouldn't it be great if you could become a flight attendant? Well, you can learn about how to become a flight attendant from this article.

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Have you ever wondered how someone becomes a judge? Learn about how to become a judge from this article.

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Because the world is finally beginning to catch up with what foodies have always known -- that eating is more than just a biological necessity -- new food-related careers are constantly emerging. What are some of the most tantalizing gigs?

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Though you may have made mistakes in your past, you want a fresh start, and would like to expunge a felony from your record. Learn about how to expunge a felony from your record in this article.

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It's important to make a good business card, because your business card is your representation to your clients and associates, long after the first meeting is over. Learn about how to make business cards in this article.

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Are you fascinated by how the brain works, and want to become a neurosurgeon?

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Would you like to become a police officer and be responsible for law enforcement and public safety? This article shows you how to become a police officer.

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You'd like to be an actress, but you're not sure what it takes to be successful. Learn about how to be an actress in this article.

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You want to become a psychiatrist, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to become a psychiatrist in this article.

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As glamorous and attractive as wrestling seems on national TV, it's still a dangerous sport, even though acting plays a big part in the game. If you've always wanted to become a WWE wrestling superstar, you've come to the right place. Read on to learn how you can become a WWE wrestler.

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You sense a coworker is talking behind your back, and you don't know how to handle it. Learn how to handle a backstabbing coworker in this article.

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You'll need to obtain the necessary licenses and learn to locate a missing person if you want to be a repo man.

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You have to write a professional letter, but are not sure what has to be included. Learn about how to write a professional letter in this article.

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Becoming a mortician means helping grieving family members as they arrange for their loved one's funeral. Learn about how to become a mortician from this article.

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You'd like to become an insurance agent, but don't know what training is necessary. Learn about how to become an insurance agent in this article.

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With the love of the game and a little training you can become a high school football coach.

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Who knew that a single word (well, kind of) could loom so large in the legal profession? BigLaw represents the pinnacle of the field, but new law school grads are rapidly discovering that it's getting increasingly harder to reach.

By Linda C. Brinson

Everyone knows crab fishing is one of the deadliest jobs on the planet. But do you ever wonder how the cameramen are faring, while they film all that dangerous work?

By Clint Pumphrey

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Some people like to stay in. Others want to get away every chance they get -- if they can afford it. What if you could travel the world and get paid for it? Sound too good to be true? Here are 10 careers designed to satisfy anyone's wanderlust.

By Stephanie Watson

If you cringe at the thought of sitting in one spot all day, then take heart. You don't have to be a cubicle dweller. One of these career fields may be the answer you seek.

By Victoria Vogt

Ever had a meeting that seems to combine a first date and a job interview? You have if you've ever tried to sell a potential client on your product, your company or yourself. These five tips will help you get through meeting new clients without breaking a sweat.

By Dave Roos

Unemployment can cause stress, but some jobs are stressful, too. The next time you find yourself sweating over some deadline, remember that some people get paid to risk their lives -- or save the lives of others -- every single day.

By Linda C. Brinson

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Everyone has to deal with work deadlines, but they don't have to run your life. No, really. Here are five tips that anyone could use to help get everything done on time.

By Ed Grabianowski

Meeting a new boss is a bit like going on a blind date -- an uneasy mix of anticipation and anxiety. You don't know if you'll hit it off, and you have to learn whether your boss is insecure and needy, or confident and energetic. But what if your boss doesn't know what he or she is doing or, worse, is just plain bossy?

By Craig Haggit