Career World, a Weekly Reader publication articles from November 2002

Career World, a Weekly Reader publication archives from November 2002

Sign me up, coach. (Tips News & Trends).
November 1, 2002... More and more people are using personal coaches. But it's not just for working out or training for a sport. People who have worked in a variety of fields--from money management to career counseling, from teaching to homemaking--are offering...

No smoking, please. (Tips News & Trends).
November 1, 2002... When your parents were growing up, smoking in public buildings was common. Nowadays, "no smoking" buildings are becoming the norm. And that goes for college dorms too. More and more colleges and universities are banning smoking in all dorm...

Strange but true job hunting techniques. (Tips News & Trends).
November 1, 2002... One way to get a job is to make yourself stand out from other applicants, right? The Creative Group, a staffing company that offers on-line job search services (www.creativegroup.com), surveyed 250 marketing and advertising firms. They hoped to...

It's a small, small world: why study a foreign language? Because it is a small world after all. More and more, Americans can benefit from knowing a second language. (What do I do with...?).
November 1, 2002... This simple song describes life in the new millennium. For decades, Americans didn't worry about learning a foreign language because the American economy dominated the world. But as the economy has gone global, the world has shrunk. And the...

How to overcome adversity and find success: adversity is a part of life, but it doesn't have to drag you down. Here's how to make the best of a bad situation. (Focus).
November 1, 2002... World class athlete and cyclist Lance Armstrong is quite possibly the most inspirational sports figure in the world. Just before his twenty-fifth birthday, this Olympic athlete learned he had cancer that had spread to his lungs and brain and...

The power of touch: a career in massage therapy: hippocrates wrote, "...rubbing can bind a joint that is too loose and loosen a joint that is too rigid." He knew the power of the right touch. (Tech Connection).
November 1, 2002... Nicole could feel her mother relax as she worked the muscles slowly and firmly. Within a few minutes, her mother went from frazzled and tired to calm and quiet. Nicole glanced down at her hands as they rubbed her mother's shoulders and wondered...

Cultural diversity and your future: cultural diversity is all around us--at school and in the workplace. Here's how to boost your cultural competence. (Special Feature).
November 1, 2002... Nowrin Khanam, 18, had to skip her senior prom last year. The Bangladeshi immigrant, who lives in Queens, New York, wanted to go to fit in with American students. But her mother objected on cultural grounds. Russian immigrants in Brooklyn...

Arts & Humanities. (The 8th Annual Heinz Awards).
November 1, 2002... The Heinz Award in the Arts and Humanities seeks to recognize the individual creator, as well as those who best preserve, teach, interpret, and advance the spirit of curiosity and faith in the power of the human mind. For providing a voice...

Arts & Humanities. (The 8th Annual Heinz Awards).
November 1, 2002... Lowe, Rick From early in his career, Mr. Lowe has been committed to merging art and architecture with activism. That's why he founded "Project Row Houses," a program which took abandoned houses in one of the poorest areas of Houston, Texas...

Environment. (The 8th Annual Heinz Awards).
November 1, 2002... The Heinz Award in the Environment honors individuals who, just like John Heinz did, approach environmental concerns with a spirit of innovation and optimism, and who have demonstrated the same blend of action and creativity he brought to...

Human condition. (The 8th Annual Heinz Awards).
November 1, 2002... The Heinz Award in this category honors individuals who have developed and implemented significant new programs to improve the way people live in today's world. Cushing Dolbeare If today it goes without saying that a decent home is a...

Public policy. (The 8th Annual Heinz Awards).
November 1, 2002... This category recognizes and honors individuals who have a positive impact on public policy. Specifically, this includes those who have identified, designed, and implemented changes to an area of public policy or individuals whose impact on...

Technology, the economy and employment. (The 8th Annual Heinz Awards).
November 1, 2002... The Heinz Award in this category honors individuals who have created and implemented innovative programs to advance regional or national economic growth through job creation, technology advancement, competitiveness, and fair trade in a...

The chairman's. (The 8th Annual Heinz Awards).(Dr. Ruth Patrick honored)
November 1, 2002... In some cases, the Heinz Family Philanthropies decide to honor an individual whose life's work deserves special recognition. In 2002, Dr. Ruth Patrick was chosen for this honor. Ruth Patrick Ruth Patrick's fifty years of dedication to...

Creating the perfect resume: applying for a job and need a delectable resume--one that's not half-baked? Here's a recipe for success. (Getting Hired).
November 1, 2002... Take this quiz before reading the article that follows. Find out how much you know about resumes and resume writing. Choose the response that best answers each question: 1. A resume is a a. French pastry made from spinach and goat...

Broaden your horizons with study or travel abroad: it's not just for the privileged anymore. College students from all walks of life are taking advantage of the opportunity to study abroad. (College Bound).
November 1, 2002... The sheer number and variety of international study programs available are evidence that you can find a program to fit your unique educational focus, career goals, and personal needs. "I had a great experience," says Paulina Vidal, who...

Risky roads: from grand slams to strikeouts, the important events in life usually stem from risks. Learn why smart risk taking makes whether you win or lose unimportant. (Strategies for Success).
November 1, 2002... As a sophomore in high school, Pietro "Pete" deVolpi, Jr., became a founding member of a YMCA Youth and Government club at his school in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The club encourages students to speak their minds on issues while promoting...

Hot jobs in mental health: Do people turn to you when they need help or understanding? A career as a mental health professional may be perfect for you. (Hot Jobs).
November 1, 2002... Have you ever listened to Dr. Joy Browne on the radio, or read her newspaper column? This popular psychologist has earned a large following with her no-nonsense advice about relationships and personal problems. Of course, not everyone can...

Hot jobs in mental health. (Hot Jobs Chart).(Illustration)
November 1, 2002... Choose your level--from assistant to psychiatrist. Choose your clients--from young to old. Choose your working preference--from private practitioner to team member. No matter what combination you choose, the field of mental health can provide...