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In an increasingly competitive market place it can be frustrating, to say the least, to feel that you’re frequently overlooked for promotion because of a lack of qualifications, rather than the skills that you bring to your work.

For many school leavers the decision whether to invest in a degree or jump straight into an entry-level job is a serious one. Whether driven by economics or personal preference, this decision can have a major impact on the course of a professional career.

I couldn’t quite take my manager seriously when I was told that a BA degree online would be a good thing for my job. In fact it was a great idea, because my professional outlook has improved and my skills and knowledge base have increased.

Once upon a time, the term ‘celebrity’ was synonymous with the ‘A-list’ – those at the top of their game in sports or entertainment. However, screens and magazine stands are now awash with a rising tide

The pharmaceutical industry is a fast-paced and ever changing industry. Working in the industry can be very interesting, but there are a few points you’ll need to consider before plunging across the career pond.

The daily deadline you need to meet, targets you got to reach, and clients you have to please: all of these can cause overwhelming stress that lower your productivity inside the office. Turn your frown upside down and have a sunny disposition despite the presence of work-related stress! It might be a cliché, but laughter is the best medicine -- even inside the workplace.

With the current problem of jobs lay-offs, and stiff job competition, you want to make sure that you keep your job. After all, you don't want to relive the hardships of job hunting and application. Now that you have a job and have adjusted with your colleagues and the nature of your work, it's probably the perfect time for you to make the most of your position and create a lasting impression on your bosses.

The first big decision I made when I left college was that I wasn’t going to go to university. I was sick of being in education and the thought of attending another class or lecture filled me with a wet cloud of depression.

The rising cost of going to university is becoming a deterrent for some prospective students. The debt incurred from borrowing to pay course fees, accommodation, food, travel text books and equipment takes years to pay back and can seem like a hefty fine for obtaining a qualification.

When I finally left college after three years, 3 A levels, 6 AS levels and an access course I couldn’t imagine going to university for another 3 years. I had already spent 14 years in education and I felt like I was ready to get a job and earn some real money.