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Your Penn Foster Support & Resources Guide

As an online student, you’re interested in knowing where you can get help when you need it. Have questions? Not sure what - or who - is available to give you a hand when you’re stuck on something? Check out this support and resources infographic to help you find answers.

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How Much Should You Socialize with Coworkers

How Much Should You Socialize With Coworkers?

When you spend forty hours or more at work, you end up becoming closer to your coworkers than some of your friends and family members! But should you take that friendship outside of your job? Socializing with your coworkers outside of the office can be a good thing - but you have to be careful not to cross any professional lines. Check out our tips to having appropriate relationships with your work pals when you’re not on the clock.

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What to Do When You Need Study Help

You’re an independent online student. You know what works for you and what doesn’t when it comes to studying. But sometimes, you can get stuck on a problem you just can’t figure out. Before you lose motivation or decide you’ll just never understand the subject you’re having problems with, check out these easy to use resources.

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What Do Employers Really Want in a Job Candidate?

Once you graduate, the main goal is to secure that dream job you’ve been working toward. We sat down with an expert to find out what employers are looking for in candidates so you can crush your next interview.

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What Not to Wear to Your Next Interview

Whether you’re interviewing at a conservative, Fortune 500 company or a cool, innovative start up, you should make sure you look and feel confident. You should also make sure what you wear shows the interviewer that you respect them, their time, and yourself. To make the best impression possible, here’s a list of things to avoid wearing to your interview.

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Get Inspired By Our 5 Graduate of the Year Finalists

One amazing person is honored as our Graduate of the Year at each ceremony held in Pennsylvania each year. Every story we receive for this honor is special and we’re #PFProud of the work you do. Our five finalists for Penn Foster graduation 2019 really stood out. Check out their stories and get inspired to reach your goals, too!

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5 Ways to Show Off Your Education and Skills to Employers

A resume is the first thing a potential employer will see, so it’s important to show off your skills and successes. But, what’s more awkward than “bragging” about the things you’ve done? Though being humble is a good thing, it can hurt you in your job search. Here are 5 ways to proudly talk about what you bring to the table.

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3 Reasons Why What You Wear to Work Matters

People care what you wear, no matter where you are. With only about 7 seconds to make a first impression, the way you present yourself is the easiest way for others to have some idea of who you are. Paying attention to the little details of what you wear to work can make a huge difference in terms of how others think about you. Here are three reasons why you should care what you wear, too.

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Filing Your Taxes Doesn’t Have to be Intimidating

Tax season can be a stressful time for anyone.There’s a lot to think about, from ensuring you file on time to making sure you included all the information you needed to. While you know about taxes in general, you may not be sure how the income tax process actually works. Here’s what you need to know and how you can use this year’s refund to invest in your future.

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Why You Should Consider Becoming a Bookkeeper

If you’re searching for a new career and enjoy being organized, working with numbers, and feeling needed by your team, becoming a Bookkeeper could be the career move for you. But what does a bookkeeper do, exactly? And why should you become one?

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