What is Match Day? If you live in Columbus you have probably heard of resident match day. Simply put, it is the process of securing a residency placement. It's completed using the National Resident Matching Program's (NRMP) Main Residency Match. This system places medical students into US residency programs based on a litany of criteria.…
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Facing a job interview and feeling the pressure to perform well? Follow CareerBuilder author Larry Buhl's tips to calm job interview jitters and present yourself as an ideal job candidate. 1) Prepare. This seems like a no-brainer, but it's an absolute must before an interview. "Preparation is 90 percent of success in job interviews," says Linda Smith-Gaston,…
Offices can be sterile and cold or cheery and comfortable, depending on how you decorate. One of the best ways to improve your workspace is to add greenery. But don't just go buy any old cactus or fern. Take a look at the 5 best plants to keep in your office. Peppermint Feeling a little fried? Peppermint…
Your co-workers are your family away from home. Working 8am to 5pm five days a week means you spend upwards of 45 hours per week together. You can suffer through, or you can do your best to enjoy each other’s company. Here’s some advice for getting along with someone who isn’t easy to work with:…
A recent University of South Florida study has shown that coffee may help protect against Alzheimer’s disease…as long as it’s the caffeinated kind. The study showed that levels of the hormone Granulocyte colony stimulating factor are increased in individuals who drank caffeinated coffee. Higher levels of this hormone are linked with a more rapid production…
If you’re one of the approximately 50 million Americans who works in a cubicle, you know the advantages – relative privacy and a customizable environment – and the disadvantages, such as frequent interruptions and a distracting noise level. To help make your cubicle life more productive and pleasant, try these tips: Focus – Have a…
It can be pretty intimidating to confront your supervisor about a mistake he or she has made, but the consequences of staying silent could be worse. When you know you are right about a matter that's important to business, it’s best to be honest and speak up. Kerry Patterson, co-author of The New York Times…
It can be pretty intimidating to confront your supervisor about a mistake he or she has made, but the consequences of staying silent could be worse. When you know you are right about a matter that's important to business, it’s best to be honest and speak up. Kerry Patterson, co-author of The New York Times…