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[Featured Image] A professional practices assertive communication as they speak to their manager.

Assertive Communication: How to Do It (And Why It Matters)

Good communication is the cornerstone of good personal and professional relationships. Learn what assertive communication is and how to confidently get your point across in a way that respects both others and yourself.

April 1, 2024

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[Featured image] A financial advisor in a wheelchair sits in front of a computer with a stack of financial reports in front of her.

What Does a Financial Advisor Do?

There are many paths to becoming a financial advisor. Discover the varied roles of these professionals who work to find the best way to achieve their clients’ financial goals.

April 1, 2024

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[Featured Image] A smiling person interacts with a chatbot while shopping online, an example of artificial intelligence.

10 Artificial Intelligence Examples: AI in Practice

Professionals across many industries, such as finance, health care, and film, benefit from the use of AI. Learn more about artificial intelligence by exploring real-world examples.

March 29, 2024

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[Featured image] A group of doctors meets in a conference room to discuss how anomaly detection in machine learning can help them detect diseases in patients.

What Is Anomaly Detection in Machine Learning?

Learn about anomaly detection in machine learning, including types of anomalies, various anomaly detection techniques, and industry applications.

March 29, 2024

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[Featured image] A person is looking at papers contemplating if they need an associate degree to get a bachelor's.

Do I Need An Associate Degree to Get a Bachelor's?

Learn more about getting an associate degree and how to decide if it is the right choice for you.

March 29, 2024

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[Featured Image]: A female, with black hair, wearing a blue uniform, face covering, and a stethoscope around her neck. She is looking at a chart standing in a medical office.

What Is Health Economics and Why Is It Important?

Health economics is the examination of how to make health care more equitable, accessible, and affordable for all. Here’s what exactly that means and why it matters.

March 29, 2024

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