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Can You Be Successful Without College?
After decades of steady growth, total college enrollment of new students dipped from 20.4 million in 2011 to 19.2 million in 2016. With tuition costs rising every year, mounting collective student debt, and dwindling job markets, young people are left wondering if college is even worth it anymore.

Among college grads earning their bachelor’s degree, two in three will go into debt for it. Unfortunately, it’s a common sentiment that in order to get a good education, one must take on the burden of student loans. In 2016, 999,000 students graduated with their associate’s degree and 939,000 students earned their non-degree certificate. The difference? Less than half of graduating certificate students went into debt for their education, while more than half of the associate’s graduates did.

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10 red flags to watch out for when hiring your next employee
Nearly three fourths (74 percent) of employers say they’ve hired the wrong person for a position. That’s bad news: Employers have a lot to lose when an employee doesn’t work out.

The hiring process takes an average of 42 days and may involve hours of face-to-face meetings, testing, paperwork, contacting references, and performing background checks. Companies spend an average of $14,900 per bad hire. Want to make sure you hire the right person for your next job opening? Check out the infographic below to discover 10 common red flags to look out during the hiring process.

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AI: A force for good or destined for the dark side?
No other emerging technology captures our imagination quite like artificial intelligence. The underlying concepts surrounding AI were born from science fiction, used as allegories for the pitfalls of humankind and the possibility of creating our own demise. Today, those allegories may still ring true.

In the words of Will Durant, “we are what we repeatedly do,” and the same can be understood of artificial intelligence; in other words, what we put in to it is what we also get out of it. One of the most important goals of AI is to develop it into a tool that eliminates human bias and flawed logic. However, when it is constantly fed biased data with which to learn from, all that results is more biased data fed back to us. Addressing the human condition of prejudice and disordered thinking is part of the AI puzzle.

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CBD and Pain Management
In an announcement from the FDA, shocking details on the side effects of non-aspirin NSAIDs were revealed. Citing a connection between heart attacks, stroke, and other complications to stem from NSAID usage, millions of Americans were left to choose: live with chronic pain, or risk the side effects?

Ten years following the initial warning, the FDA doubled down to include further risks with prolonged use and more complications at higher doses, and the future prospects of NSAIDs don’t look good. Despite these warnings, many folks were left to fill their prescriptions without another option - until now. Cannabidiol, better known by its acronym CBD, is an all-natural compound extracted from hemp or marijuana plants. Though its controversial origins may give it a bad rap or even outright rejection, understanding exactly how it impacts our bodies and our healing could mean a brand new and totally effective means of chronic pain treatment.

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9 Productivity Mistakes You're Making in the First 10 Minutes of Your Day
Think about how you spend the first 10 minutes of your work day. Do you make a coffee? Watch a YouTube video? Catch up with the news? Although it feels like no time at all, how you spend the first 10 minutes can make or break the rest of your day. So, what mistakes should you be avoiding. Check out the infographic below.

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How to choose men’s shoes
You’ve ironed your favorite shirt and decided which suit you’re going to wear, but should you don black Oxfords or burgundy brogues? The right pair of shoes are the perfect finishing touch to your ensemble, but choosing can be a challenge. Can you wear brown shoes with black pants? Is it ever okay to wear Chelsea boots to the office? What are the best shoes to wear when dressing to impress at a job interview? samuel-windsor's handy guide has the answers to all of your questions and more, so you’re equipped with all the shoe-choosing knowledge you’ll ever need.

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7 Storytelling Structures to Improve Your Presentations
In his book The Seven Basic Plots: Why We Tell Stories, Christopher Booker states that everything ever written boils down to seven basic plots. Using these story frames, you can share your life experiences to inspire your coworkers and bring your presentations to life.

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US to UK men’s clothing translation
Ever wondered why the British blush when you compliment their pair of pants? Despite how much we have in common with our UK cousins across the pond, tiny differences in vocabulary can lead to massive confusion. Check out samuel-windsor's handy clothing translations and you’ll never find yourself scratching your head in confusion again.

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How to Find and Attract the Best Remote Development Talent
The programming industry is experiencing a skills shortage. The good news? Through online talent platforms, you can find and work with world-class developers around the globe who are actively seeking interesting projects. Here's how it works.

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What to Wear to an Interview
First impression are important - your interview outfit can signal an eye for detail, your confidence levels, and even whether you are a good fit for the organisation. You need to choose wisely and wear an outfit that's suitable for the company and the type of interview you're attending. Here are some helpful hints to give you the best chance.

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3 Consumer Messaging Channels You Can’t Ignore in 2018
Now more than ever, consumers all around the world, no matter how old, are plugged in. Gone are the days of newspaper, direct mail, and print media reliance. Not to say these methods still might not be effective, but by no means are they the main source of modern day marketing success.

slicktext recently compiled a long list of data to support the three most popular consumer facing messaging channels in 2018: SMS marketing, email marketing, and Facebook messenger. While each serve their own purpose, it’s also quite easy to integrate the 3 for your greater marketing good.

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What to Know Before Flying a Drone
Flying drones have become popular across the country. Drones can be used for practical reasons such as photography, videograghy, surveillance, etc. or for a recreational hobby. Whether you are using your drone for personal or business reasons, there are some things that you should know before flying.

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