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Are You Innovative Enough with Your Resume?

For anyone currently in the job market, it is important to recognize and adapt to new trends in resume design. Be innovative! 🙂 Yet, also recognize that the traditional resume format is still important!! Jessica Holbrook Hernandez, writing for Careerealism, … Continue reading

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The Economic Benefits of Local Shopping

On the Saturday between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, American Express annually promotes Small Business Saturday. So, just how important is local shopping for the economy? CreditDonkey, a credit-card comparison and financial education Web site., has prepared an infographic that looks … Continue reading

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Macy’s Increases Its Merchandise Offerings for Hispanics

There are about 54 million Hispanics in the United States — and growing, which makes this diverse group of people a key market for retailers. In summarizing U.S. census data, AHAA reports:  “The  Hispanic population of the United States is the nation’s … Continue reading

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