Got Summer Plans?
Is it cold where you are? Chances are the answer is yes. So you probably think it is way too early to think about what you want to do over the summer. Actually, this is the perfect time to begin your summer job search.
Many companies and businesses begin accepting applications for summer employment during the winter months so you should begin looking soon. Visiting your college's career center is a great way to start!
The best summer job is one that provides you with income as well as job experience related to your field of study. You may be able to get college credit for a summer internship; if not, you will still gain invaluable work experience! Are you having trouble deciding between career options? Take a summer job/internship related to one of your areas of interest to help you make the decision that's right for you!
A summer job may even lead to a full-time position after graduation. At the very least, it can provide you with a professional work-reference who can attest to your reliability, dedication and responsibility.
Protect Your Identity
Identity theft is the fastest growing consumer crime in the country, according to the Office of Inspector General. Victims of identity theft have their personal information stolen, which can lead to unauthorized debt, wrecked credit ratings, and lost job opportunities, just to name a few consequences.
The Federal Trade Commission offers the following suggestions to protect your identity and avoid identity theft:
- Review your credit card and bank account statements every month. These are normally the first places that fraudulent activity appears.
- Don't give out personal information over the phone or through the mail unless you know the caller or initiate the contact.
- Shred credit card receipts, insurance forms, physician and bank statements, and any other documents that contain personal information.
- Don't carry your Social Security card with you. Keep it in a safe place.
- Carry minimal identification and few credit cards.
- Deposit outgoing mail directly into post office mailboxes.
- Order a copy of your credit report once a year to verify its accuracy.
Work in a Workout
Many studies demonstrate that regular exercise can help you increase your energy, boost your self-confidence, improve your posture, and reduce your stress. So why doesn't everyone do it? Lack of time is the most popular reason, so we've compiled some tips to help you squeeze exercise into your busy schedule:
- Get up half an hour earlier. Working out first thing in the morning helps you feel good about yourself the rest of the day.
- Combine your workout with other activities. You can read or study on a stationary bike, watch the news while doing sit-ups and go for a walk while working on ideas for that upcoming term paper.
- Schedule your workout time in your daily planner. Treat this time with the same respect you give to your other obligations.
- Sandwich in a stroll during lunch; it will help you by preventing a mid-afternoon slump.
- Find a classmate or two who are interested in exercising and schedule your workouts together. It's always easier to find the time to commit to exercise when you have the support of others.
Finding time to exercise is important to your health and well-being. It may be a challenge at first, but it will soon become second nature.
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