Can You Sell Yourself in 30 Seconds?

What in the world is an elevator speech and why do you need one? An elevator speech is a concise, compelling introduction that can be communicated in the amount of time it takes someone to ride the elevator to their floor. A good elevator speech can be useful during any encounter with a potential employer, […]

How Healthcare Big Data Can Help with Prevention

What if it were possible to predict that a person would become diabetic within a few years? What if a doctor could diagnose depression before the individual even realized that they were struggling with it? Not so long ago, these questions might have sounded ludicrous. However, big data is making such advances possible. Putting patient […]

4 Questions to Ask on Your Next Job Interview

During a job interview, the interviewer asks a lot of questions, but what about when the interviewer asks if the candidate has questions? That’s just a courtesy, right? Wrong! The interviewer may be trying to gauge whether [the candidate] is informed, interested, and engaged. That means that a candidate who doesn’t have any questions may […]

What Are the Differences Between Surgical Techs and Sterile Techs?

What exactly do surgical technologists and sterile techs do? Are these two jobs the same, or do the duties overlap? There can be a lot of confusion about this, but the names can be very helpful in eliminating many of the questions about these jobs. It can be helpful to keep in mind that the […]

Nurses Can Use Online Programs to Earn In-Demand Degrees

Many people don’t associate nursing degrees with online learning. For some people, traditional degree programs are impossible to take on because of work schedules, childcare issues or other concerns. Online nursing degree programs may present the perfect answer for these people and many others who are considering a degree. Why are nursing degrees in demand? […]

Managing Employees with Foreign Accents

In many healthcare situations, patients and their families are stressed, worried, scared, overwhelmed and uncertain. Situations can be complicated by delays, poor test results and insurance issues. What if the patient or family members have a difficult time understanding a healthcare provider’s accent? In addition to making a situation more complicated, it creates a potential […]