Construction is an exciting field with all kinds of opportunities for those who possess the skills. From managing projects to doing hands-on labor, the construction industry allows workers to earn a living while making improvements to the community. Here is a look at some of the best jobs in construction. 1. Project Manager A project …
Software engineers are a hot commodity in the job market right now, and for good reason. The tech industry is growing rapidly, and as more companies create new products and services, they need developers to build them. Software engineers are responsible for coding software applications and systems, usually within a specified framework. They’re also responsible …
Medicine is one of the most important fields in the world. It is the science and practice of healing. People in medicine are involved in making the sick well and the healthy strong. Medicine as a discipline and area of study has come a long way since its invention in 5th century BCE Greece. It …
Working in finance takes brains, people skills, talent, and ambition. There are plenty of roles in the industry that are suited to people of various skill sets, but the big commonalities in every role are an aptitude for mathematics and good communications skills—a not-so-frequent combination. Careers in finance range from slow and static roles to …
Everyone from baggage handlers to pilots works around the clock at an airport, and they all have real, tangible effects on people’s lives. If an airport concierge makes a mistake, you could miss an important flight and perhaps some important event in your life. Baggage handlers handle hundreds of people’s personal belongings every day, and anyone …
William James, known as the Father of American Psychology, described the field as the “science of mental life”. This apt and concise description has not been surpassed. Psychologists study the inner workings, functions, and effects of thought processes, emotions, memories, dreams, perceptions, sensations, and other cognitive occurrences and the behaviors associated with them. The field …
In the 21st century, phones are integral to our daily routine. As Uber drivers, we rely on this technology for it to facilitate our operations. Working as an Uber driver, there is an explicit reliance on smartphones. Therefore, the smartphone you use should have the latest technology, which allows the phone to connect to and …
As a freelancer, I know how tricky finances can get. I’m just one person, so most people don’t consider me a business owner. I’ve actually learned that most people don’t even know how to classify what I do – they just say I work from home. That, of course, never seems like a legitimate job …
Uber drivers can certainly qualify for a small business loan if they meet the criteria. Starting out with little or no money, no equipment, and no vehicle can be difficult to overcome without financial resources. Some, if not all, new entrepreneurs may need financial help at some point. The SBA or Small Business Administration has numerous …
In some areas, bus lanes can be used by limousines and taxis as well. Unfortunately, most locations don’t specify that rideshare drivers can use the bus line. To avoid driver infringements, it’s been to avoid using the bus lane while driving for Uber unless you’re sure that it’s permitted in your location. What Is a Bus …
A study looked at 36 different cocktails around the globe and found that the ten most popular cocktails in the United States include several classics like the martini and the manhattan. In any pursuit, it’s helpful to know your basics first. Classic cocktails are like your basics when it comes to bartending, because once you …
You’ve decided you want to join the world of side hustling and the gig economy, and Uber sounds like the answer for you. Like other jobs and gigs, though, you have to meet certain requirements – one of the biggest being that your car has to be new enough. How new is that exactly? Generally, …
If you’re an Uber driver or drive for another rideshare company, having a dashcam is a must. Dashcams can come in handy for many reasons. In the unfortunate case of an accident, assault, dispute, false accusation, or another incident, real-time video footage can provide the information you need as a driver to exonerate yourself from …
Driving for Uber is no longer a quirky pastime meant for a limited number of people who are interested in trying something new. Now, it is at least a part-time (if not full-time) job for many people. They view working for Uber as something that can help them earn enough money to pay their bills, …
Service industry nightmares are a real phenomenon shared among every industry worker I know. Typically, the dream centers around an insane number of guests walking through the door which you must tend to all by yourself. Only you can’t. Because you keep forgetting their drink orders, or you can’t hear what they’re saying to you, …