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Should You List Your College Graduation Year on Your Resume?

Should You List Your College Graduation Year on Your Resume?
Many job candidates who are unemployed or thinking of changing jobs is faced with creating a strong résumé that will resonate with a hiring manager and make it through an automated program to a recruiter’s desk. With still many more people looking for work than there are available jobs, having a strong résumé is essential.... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
December 18, 2012 at 3:35 pm
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Are You Ready for a Job Interview? (5) Tips for Success

Are You Ready for a Job Interview? (5) Tips for Success
Securing a job interview with a company is only the beginning of the job hunting process. During and after the interviews with the hiring manager is when your work really begins. You need to be prepared for this process and do your homework. It can make the difference in whether you get the job or... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
November 9, 2012 at 1:36 pm
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Historic Reform of Illinois Worker's Compensation Fails to Pass Senate

In what would have been a historic reform of the Illinois Worker’s Compensation Bill, greatly impacting the rights of Illinois worker’s, failed to pass in the Illinois Senate. The 120-page Bill sponsored by Senator Kyle McCarter severely limited the ability for worker’s to file a claim for injuries, while impacting their ability to get proper... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
April 15, 2011 at 12:35 pm
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Is the New Healthcare Bill Unconstitutional?

Is the New Healthcare Bill Unconstitutional?
The Obama sponsored Healthcare Bill was passed, but is it unconstitutional?  The law mandates that most U.S. residents have access to health insurance, placing more responsibility on local governments which has caused some states to challenge the bill.  The recent rulings threaten to slow down the implementation of the Healthcare Bill that mandates more than... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
December 14, 2010 at 3:16 pm
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How Long Is Too Long for Unemployment Benefits?

How Long Is Too Long for Unemployment Benefits?
The extended unemployment compensation benefits for 2 million people is set to expire at the end of the month as Congress contemplates whether to extend unemployment benefits past the current maximum of 99 weeks. House Democrats have introduced legislation that will extend unemployment benefits for other 3 months.  It is not clear whether the Bill... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
November 19, 2010 at 12:38 pm
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The End of Affordable Healthcare In the U.S.?

The Affordable Care Act as part of the newly passed Healthcare Bill wasn’t meant to undercut employer health plans for most people in the U.S. for coverage.  Pushed through Congress by President Obama who passionately believes that everyone should have health insurance, the new law promised to save the people that have existing health care... Read more »
By Terri Lee Ryan,
October 31, 2010 at 7:43 pm
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