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The Value behind the words “College Athlete” in the Workforce

After a recent conversation with my daughter, who is a Division 1 athlete and Engineering Major, I was struck by the fact that she is going to be prepared for the real world in a number of dimensions beyond that of a NARP (Non Athletic Regular-Person what college athletes call students who do not participate in sports).
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Remote Connectivity: Options and Watch-out-fors from Avanceon’s IT Guru

As the work from home trend continues to grow, many businesses require secure remote access for their employees. However, with so many remote access technology options, how do you know which one is best? This is actually a tough question as there are key differences between the methods, as well as pros and cons for each.  The answer may come down to what tasks you need to accomplish.
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Safety for the Manufacturing Industry – Are You Protecting Your Most Valuable Assets?

In today’s world, safety seems to be at the forefront of  many people’s minds. However, in the last century (particularly in manufacturing), that was not always the case.
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Adjusting to a new job – New Kid on the Block– aka “The Right Stuff”

It can be tough being the new kid on the block…or rather at the office. Landing a new job can be equal amounts exciting and intimidating. New atmosphere, unfamiliar faces, and for some people, a complete change in career paths can seem overwhelming and stressful.
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Wake Up College Grad! What It Really Takes to Become an Engineer

Ah yes, graduation day.  A time to look upon everything that you’ve done in the past four years.  Or in my case seven, but we won’t go there.  Also a time to be proud of what you’ve  accomplished.  All of those complicated engineering courses,  the chemistry classes you dreaded having to go to and the calculus courses you no longer had the will power to attend.  All have prepared you for this moment.  You are now an engineer. 
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