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Seven Famous Career SwitchersSo great is the number of celebrities who try to make the transition between movies and music or modeling and acting that the trend has become somewhat of a Hollywood cliche...America's Top 50 JobsThough we'd all like to be earning a hefty paycheck, the reality is we're not all investment bankers, Oscar-worthy actors or CEOs. The truth is, we're all just regular people trying to make a living at the highest salary our skills, training and interests will allow.I've Been Fired! Now What?According to Business Week, the average employee has a one-in-three chance of getting fired. Here's what you'll need to know in the event that the ax falls on you!Time to Look for New Job is Right NowIs now the right time to change jobs? According to recent reports, workers stand to benefit from a tighter labor market in the form of new opportunities and better compensation.Five Reasons To Find a New JobYou've been thinking about it for awhile now -- it's time to get a new job. So what's the hold up? Here are five reasons why there's no time like the present to dust off that old resume and start looking for a new job today.Land Your Dream JobWalt Disney once said, "All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them." But what about dream jobs? Can we truly love what we do and get paid for it?National "Dream Jobs" Survey Reveals Four Out of Five U.S. Workers Are Still Searching For Their Dreams JobsSalary was one of the least important factors in determining a dream job. Money ranked third compared to having fun at work which topped the list, followed by making a difference in society.Is Your Dream Job Really Out There?Having a dream job doesn't necessarily mean not working hard. But it may not be as elusive as you think.Time For A Career Checkup?Worried about your job security? Unhappy with your current position? Hoping to get a raise or promotion? Time to review your career management strategies to be sure you are in top form to move up or on.Q&A: Is it Time For a Career Change?If money were no object, what kind of work would you love to do?Does Your Personality Hold the Key to the Perfect Job?Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Are you structured or free-wheeling? Your personality really can determine whether you merely survive in your position or thrive in your career.Starting From ScratchIf you're like many recent grads, you probably have only a vague notion of what you want to do with your life. While charting your own path is always a challenge, there are steps you can take to help make the big decisions a little easier.What Should You Do With Your Life?Are you approaching work with pessimism or dread rather than excitement and enthusiasm? If so, perhaps it's time to really ask yourself, "What should I do with my life?""Getting Fired Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me!"Five True Tales
