We, at Meditec.com, offer a FREE No Obligation E-Book about several career choices. Here are you choices in FREE E-Books:
All About Medical Transcription
All About Medical Coding and Billing
All About Legal Careers- Paralegal and Legal Transcription
If you have interest in any of the above careers, please send an E-Mail to MTMentor@Meditec.com and in the subject line put the name of the FREE E-Book that you are interested in and it will be sent via E-Mail attaching and is a PDF file.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Medical Coders- Worrying About ICD 10 Implementation?
ICD-9 to ICD-10: Speculations are rife, but it’s certainly a change for the better
By: James Smith | Posted: Aug 26th, 2009
ICD 9 codes, which were published in 1977, are widely used in the health care industry today. Therefore, the classifications in ICD-9 are at this point fairly old and inadequate to keep pace with the changes that have taken place in this sector. Some feel that ICD 9 codes need to be replaced badly and that the terminology and classification of some conditions are obsolete.
Therefore, ICD-10 codes are well on course to become the new required standard replacing the existing ICD-9 codes. Although healthcare organizations will still keep their records in ICD-9, they will need to address the challenge of accessing this data for the future. But the good news is that technological developments are well on course that will help carry out automated mappings from ICD-9 to the appropriate codes in ICD-10, thereby aiding in the conversion process.
CMS will also help you make the transition from the current ICD-9 to ICD-10 code set as its general equivalence mappings offer a backward and forward tool to help you convert diagnosis codes. However, you’ll need to keep in mind that in some instances you won’t get a direct match between the code sets. One ICD-9 code may lead you to various options on new code sets.
The ICD-10 coding system is more complex than ICD 9 but it’ll allow for greater level of clinical detail and will help you to keep pace with the advances in technology better. The new codes will have better data for evaluating and improving quality of care and will allow health officials to track and respond to global health threats better. The best thing that the new code set is likely to bring is reduction in fraud.
About the Author:
We provide you simple, instant connection to official code descriptors & guidelines and other tools for CPT coding, HCPCS lookup that help coders and billers to excel in the work they do every day.
Printed From: http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/icd9-to-icd10-speculations-are-rife-but-its-certainly-a-change-for-the-better-1162447.html
By: James Smith | Posted: Aug 26th, 2009
ICD 9 codes, which were published in 1977, are widely used in the health care industry today. Therefore, the classifications in ICD-9 are at this point fairly old and inadequate to keep pace with the changes that have taken place in this sector. Some feel that ICD 9 codes need to be replaced badly and that the terminology and classification of some conditions are obsolete.
Therefore, ICD-10 codes are well on course to become the new required standard replacing the existing ICD-9 codes. Although healthcare organizations will still keep their records in ICD-9, they will need to address the challenge of accessing this data for the future. But the good news is that technological developments are well on course that will help carry out automated mappings from ICD-9 to the appropriate codes in ICD-10, thereby aiding in the conversion process.
CMS will also help you make the transition from the current ICD-9 to ICD-10 code set as its general equivalence mappings offer a backward and forward tool to help you convert diagnosis codes. However, you’ll need to keep in mind that in some instances you won’t get a direct match between the code sets. One ICD-9 code may lead you to various options on new code sets.
The ICD-10 coding system is more complex than ICD 9 but it’ll allow for greater level of clinical detail and will help you to keep pace with the advances in technology better. The new codes will have better data for evaluating and improving quality of care and will allow health officials to track and respond to global health threats better. The best thing that the new code set is likely to bring is reduction in fraud.
About the Author:
We provide you simple, instant connection to official code descriptors & guidelines and other tools for CPT coding, HCPCS lookup that help coders and billers to excel in the work they do every day.
Printed From: http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/icd9-to-icd10-speculations-are-rife-but-its-certainly-a-change-for-the-better-1162447.html
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Tips to De-Stress
With the seemingly ongoing recession in progress, more families and individuals are feeling the financial impact on their family budget, and this is causing untold stress for so many people. A few tips follow to remind us to get back to the basics of life, take time for ourselves, and for our family and to draw closer together as families and communities to weather life storm's together.
Tips to De-Stress:
-Read a book out that you typically would not. I've am an avid non-fiction reader but recently decided to pick up the Twilight Series and some of Diana Gabaldon's books. This assists in just transporting yourself away from stress and worry for a short period of time and can lift your spirits to higher place.
-Take a walk- take your dog, child, or family with you. Enjoy the fresh air, sunshine, or sunset. Exercise, even moderate, alleviates stress in the body and mind.
-Take the family out- but it doesn't have to be expensive- a few quickly made sandwiches and picnic in the park does wonders for the soul. Maybe a ride in the country would be in order. Even a trip to your local library where everyone will choose a great book to read the following week.
-Have a family game night. Making so quick snacks and gathering around the family dinner table to play some board games is fun, and lightens the mood.
-Rent some movies at your local Red Box Kiosk (just $1 a night) or even rent them free at your local library- go for some comedy's, or old classics that you know you love and enjoy.
-Learn something new. Increasing your skill set or picking up an inexpensive hobby is a wonderful way to take your mind off stress.
-Learn to work with positive affirmations. Changing your thinking can truly change your life. Your local library may have some great books on this topics or a Google search on Positive Affirmations could be very valuable.
-Give your spouse a massage and the next day they give you one. Nothing relaxes one more than a great body massage.
-A hot bath with a great magazine is a great destresser or even an herbal candlelit bath can be a great way to de-stress after a hard day.
-Make saving money fun- get the family together to think up creative ways to save money- cut out coupons together, think of ways to conserve.
Tips to De-Stress:
-Read a book out that you typically would not. I've am an avid non-fiction reader but recently decided to pick up the Twilight Series and some of Diana Gabaldon's books. This assists in just transporting yourself away from stress and worry for a short period of time and can lift your spirits to higher place.
-Take a walk- take your dog, child, or family with you. Enjoy the fresh air, sunshine, or sunset. Exercise, even moderate, alleviates stress in the body and mind.
-Take the family out- but it doesn't have to be expensive- a few quickly made sandwiches and picnic in the park does wonders for the soul. Maybe a ride in the country would be in order. Even a trip to your local library where everyone will choose a great book to read the following week.
-Have a family game night. Making so quick snacks and gathering around the family dinner table to play some board games is fun, and lightens the mood.
-Rent some movies at your local Red Box Kiosk (just $1 a night) or even rent them free at your local library- go for some comedy's, or old classics that you know you love and enjoy.
-Learn something new. Increasing your skill set or picking up an inexpensive hobby is a wonderful way to take your mind off stress.
-Learn to work with positive affirmations. Changing your thinking can truly change your life. Your local library may have some great books on this topics or a Google search on Positive Affirmations could be very valuable.
-Give your spouse a massage and the next day they give you one. Nothing relaxes one more than a great body massage.
-A hot bath with a great magazine is a great destresser or even an herbal candlelit bath can be a great way to de-stress after a hard day.
-Make saving money fun- get the family together to think up creative ways to save money- cut out coupons together, think of ways to conserve.
Alpha II Announces Contract with Meditec.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
Alpha II Announces Contract with Meditec.com
Real-life clinical scenarios will now be used to enhance Alpha II’s user manual as well as Meditec’s coding and compliance training program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. and SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – October 22, 2009 – Alpha II co-developer Unicor Medical, Inc., a leader in healthcare coding, compliance and reimbursement and Meditec.com, a provider of online learning solutions have reached an agreement to incorporate Alpha II’s CodingSystem application into Meditec’s coding training program, as well as formalizing its value-add reseller relationship. In addition, Meditec has incorporated real-life clinical scenarios and coding exercises into the Alpha II training manual to enhance the learning experience of new Alpha II users.
“I recall with great fondness working with Peter Tanaka, a former (now deceased and sorely missed) executive of Unicor Medical,” said Jari Davis, CEO of Meditec.com. “Peter and I had many in-depth conversations about coding issues and trends, which helped to better position our respective companies for success in this changing landscape.”
“Alpha II’s partner relationships have always been of vital importance to our organization,” said Stuart Newsome, vice president, business development of Unicor Medical, one of the software developers behind the Alpha II cobranded solution. “We’ve been committed to working closely with Meditec for many years now, and their use of our CodingSystem application will enhance their coding and compliance training even further, allowing both companies to better serve their respective customers.”
Davis added: “We believe in a synergistic relationship with our integration partners, and our internal experts carefully research and test all medical information management offerings until we are confident enough to recommend them to our customers. The Unicor Medical Easy Coder ICD-9CM book and related Alpha II software have always been of the highest quality.”
In 1999, Meditec.com began using Unicor Medical’s Easy Coder ICD-9CM and has become an early adopter of the Alpha II software, both for practice management and for its coding-billing training process. Under the terms of the new agreement, Meditec.com has been confirmed as an authorized reseller of Alpha II’s Coding System application.
Alpha II’s CodingSystem outpatient coding software provides front-end code search and coding edit capabilities can improve revenues through faster, more accurate coding. The company’s revenue cycle management products can be used by information technology vendors and other developers as embedded software or can be implemented as a stand-alone solution directly for healthcare providers.
About Meditech, Inc.
Meditech, Inc., (the parent company of Meditec.com) has been in the business of innovating, implementing, practicing and refining medical information management solutions, all of which require specialized training. Meditec.com was one of the very first online training program offering medical coding, billing, transcription and office administration.
Meditec.com offers customers a wide library of dynamic, interactive self-study programs designed to meet the training and certification needs of healthcare professionals. The courseware incorporates proven training methods to ensure the highest rate of information retention and productivity. Online mentoring, comprehensive testing and real medical simulations provide valuable working experience and extraordinary skill sets. Meditec’s affiliate, http://www.med-certification.com provides practice and certification testing for school graduates and provider employees.
About Alpha II
The Alpha II technology solutions support coding, compliance, claims editing and revenue analysis for more than 30,000 healthcare professionals at medical practices, hospitals and health systems, clinics, billing services, outpatient facilities and other healthcare organizations, both commercial and governmental. More than 30 developer partners trust Alpha II solutions to enhance their practice management, electronic medical record (EMR) and other healthcare information systems. Alpha II is a cobranded solution suite developed jointly by Tallahassee, Fla.-based, MEGAS Corporation and Montgomery, Ala.-based Unicor Medical. For additional information, visit Alpha II on the Web at www.alphaII.com.
Press contact information:
Dave Anderson, Dodge Communications, 770-998-0500 ext. 229
danderson@dodgecommunications.com
Stuart Newsome, Unicor Medical, 334-395-9807
snewsome@unicormed.com
Jari Davis, Meditec.com, 877-335-4072
info@meditec.com
October 22, 2009
Alpha II Announces Contract with Meditec.com
Real-life clinical scenarios will now be used to enhance Alpha II’s user manual as well as Meditec’s coding and compliance training program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. and SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – October 22, 2009 – Alpha II co-developer Unicor Medical, Inc., a leader in healthcare coding, compliance and reimbursement and Meditec.com, a provider of online learning solutions have reached an agreement to incorporate Alpha II’s CodingSystem application into Meditec’s coding training program, as well as formalizing its value-add reseller relationship. In addition, Meditec has incorporated real-life clinical scenarios and coding exercises into the Alpha II training manual to enhance the learning experience of new Alpha II users.
“I recall with great fondness working with Peter Tanaka, a former (now deceased and sorely missed) executive of Unicor Medical,” said Jari Davis, CEO of Meditec.com. “Peter and I had many in-depth conversations about coding issues and trends, which helped to better position our respective companies for success in this changing landscape.”
“Alpha II’s partner relationships have always been of vital importance to our organization,” said Stuart Newsome, vice president, business development of Unicor Medical, one of the software developers behind the Alpha II cobranded solution. “We’ve been committed to working closely with Meditec for many years now, and their use of our CodingSystem application will enhance their coding and compliance training even further, allowing both companies to better serve their respective customers.”
Davis added: “We believe in a synergistic relationship with our integration partners, and our internal experts carefully research and test all medical information management offerings until we are confident enough to recommend them to our customers. The Unicor Medical Easy Coder ICD-9CM book and related Alpha II software have always been of the highest quality.”
In 1999, Meditec.com began using Unicor Medical’s Easy Coder ICD-9CM and has become an early adopter of the Alpha II software, both for practice management and for its coding-billing training process. Under the terms of the new agreement, Meditec.com has been confirmed as an authorized reseller of Alpha II’s Coding System application.
Alpha II’s CodingSystem outpatient coding software provides front-end code search and coding edit capabilities can improve revenues through faster, more accurate coding. The company’s revenue cycle management products can be used by information technology vendors and other developers as embedded software or can be implemented as a stand-alone solution directly for healthcare providers.
About Meditech, Inc.
Meditech, Inc., (the parent company of Meditec.com) has been in the business of innovating, implementing, practicing and refining medical information management solutions, all of which require specialized training. Meditec.com was one of the very first online training program offering medical coding, billing, transcription and office administration.
Meditec.com offers customers a wide library of dynamic, interactive self-study programs designed to meet the training and certification needs of healthcare professionals. The courseware incorporates proven training methods to ensure the highest rate of information retention and productivity. Online mentoring, comprehensive testing and real medical simulations provide valuable working experience and extraordinary skill sets. Meditec’s affiliate, http://www.med-certification.com provides practice and certification testing for school graduates and provider employees.
About Alpha II
The Alpha II technology solutions support coding, compliance, claims editing and revenue analysis for more than 30,000 healthcare professionals at medical practices, hospitals and health systems, clinics, billing services, outpatient facilities and other healthcare organizations, both commercial and governmental. More than 30 developer partners trust Alpha II solutions to enhance their practice management, electronic medical record (EMR) and other healthcare information systems. Alpha II is a cobranded solution suite developed jointly by Tallahassee, Fla.-based, MEGAS Corporation and Montgomery, Ala.-based Unicor Medical. For additional information, visit Alpha II on the Web at www.alphaII.com.
Press contact information:
Dave Anderson, Dodge Communications, 770-998-0500 ext. 229
danderson@dodgecommunications.com
Stuart Newsome, Unicor Medical, 334-395-9807
snewsome@unicormed.com
Jari Davis, Meditec.com, 877-335-4072
info@meditec.com
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Is Online Learning for the Older Generation?
Some people believe that older adults have more trouble learning new things. I've been told that learning a new language is extremely difficult for an older adult. However, this has not proved true for me- and I'm 45-years-old. I did have trouble with some of the "old-fashioned" teaching systems, but once I started learning conversationally, and using tools like flash cards, mnemonic devices, etc.. it's been a breeze.
I believe that older adults between 40s and upwards to 80s and onward have an advantage over their younger counterparts when learning something new. Older adults have become acquainted with their learning style, and know what is going to work for them and what will not. In college, in my 40s, I noticed in the student lounge younger students "reading" textbooks while lounging on a comfortable bench. In contrast the older students would be highlighting their books while reading, taking notes, and creating flash cards.
No one is ever too old to learn something new and meaningful to them. Life is all about learning new things! Don't ever feel too "old" to do anything that really feel positive and excited about.
Meditec.com has many older students. Some are retired from professions like nursing, teaching, or even IT fields. They are looking for something to do in retirement that is flexible and can be done at home. Medical transcription is a wonderful career choice to accomodate these needs. Additionally, we have many students in their 30s and 40s and older who have gone through divorce, or realize that they've spent too many years in a career that they didn't like and it's time for a change. We have young housewives who want to stay home with their children and yet still supplement the family income. The point is that it's never too late to make a great change in your life, and one is never too old to learning something new.
I believe that older adults between 40s and upwards to 80s and onward have an advantage over their younger counterparts when learning something new. Older adults have become acquainted with their learning style, and know what is going to work for them and what will not. In college, in my 40s, I noticed in the student lounge younger students "reading" textbooks while lounging on a comfortable bench. In contrast the older students would be highlighting their books while reading, taking notes, and creating flash cards.
No one is ever too old to learn something new and meaningful to them. Life is all about learning new things! Don't ever feel too "old" to do anything that really feel positive and excited about.
Meditec.com has many older students. Some are retired from professions like nursing, teaching, or even IT fields. They are looking for something to do in retirement that is flexible and can be done at home. Medical transcription is a wonderful career choice to accomodate these needs. Additionally, we have many students in their 30s and 40s and older who have gone through divorce, or realize that they've spent too many years in a career that they didn't like and it's time for a change. We have young housewives who want to stay home with their children and yet still supplement the family income. The point is that it's never too late to make a great change in your life, and one is never too old to learning something new.
Is a Home Biz for you - A Go or a No?
Self Assessment:
The first step in home-business planning is gathering information about you. You might discover a few things you didn't know.
So, let’s take the a little quick quiz… circle your response for each category.
Are You a Self-Starter?
If someone gets me started, I keep going all right.
I do things my own way. Nobody needs to tell me to get going.
Easy does it. I don't put myself out until I have to.
How Do You Feel About Other People?
Most people bug me.
I like people. I can get along with just about anybody.
I have enough friends and I don't need anybody else.
Can You Lead Others?
I can get people to do things if I drive them.
I can get most people to go along with me without much difficulty.
I usually let someone else get things moving.
Can You Take Responsibility?
I'll take over if I have to, but I'd rather let someone else be responsible.
There's always some eager beaver around waiting to show off. I say, let him.
I like to take charge of and see things through.
How Good An Organizer Are You?
I like to have a plan before I start. I'm usually the one who lines things up.
I do all right unless things get too complicated. Then I may cop out.
Just take things as they come.
How Good a Worker Are You?
I can't see that hard work gets you anywhere.
I'll work hard for a time, but when I've had enough, that's it.
I can keep going as long as necessary. I don't mind working hard.
Can You Make Decisions?
I can if I have plenty of time. If I have to make up my mind fast, I usually regret it.
I can make up my mind in a hurry if necessary, and my decision is usually O.K.
I don't like to be the one who decides things. I'd probably blow it.
Can People Trust What You Say?
I try to be on the level, but sometimes I just say what's easiest.
They sure can. I don't say things I don't mean.
What's the sweat if the other fellow doesn't know the difference?
Can You Stick With It?
If I make up my mind to do something, I don't let anything stop me.
If a job doesn't go right, I turn off. Why beat your brains out?
I usually finish what I start.
Can You Keep Records?
Records are not important. I know what's needed to be known without keeping records.
I can, but it's more important to get the work out than to shuffle numbers.
Since they are needed I'll keep records even though I don't want to.
That's it ... write down your scores.
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Count the points by the letter you selected
A. a=7, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
B. a=7, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
C. a=8, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
D. a=7, b=5, c=10 Your score ____
E. a=10, b=8, c=5 Your score ____
F. a=5, b=6, c=10 Your score ____
G. a=8, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
H. a=8, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
I. a=10, b=5, c=8 Your score ____
J. a=5, b=10, c=8 Your score ____
Total score _____________
Now, let’s interpret your score.
Score 100
Excellent.
A perfect score. You are a born entrepreneur. If you are not presently running your own business you should definitely start one -- the sooner the better. You are on the way to taking charge of your own life and career.
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Score 91 - 99
Very good.
You definitely have what it takes to succeed in a business of your own. Don't hesitate, your way to business success is wide open.
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Score 72 - 90
Good.
You have the qualities of a successful entrepreneur with some weak spots. You should be able to cover that deficiency by either retraining yourself or hiring someone with the necessary skill to co-partner with or who will work for you.
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Score 40 - 71
So-so.
The prospect of your success in a business of your own is questionable. You have some deficiencies that might out-shadow some good traits you have. If you still want to go on with it, be sure to call up all the persistence you can get. You are going to face some tough adversity on the way.
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Score 40 and below
Unsatisfactory.
Forget your dreams of being your own boss, it's not for you. You'd better plan to work at home on contract for somebody else. Too many hassles starting a business.
The first step in home-business planning is gathering information about you. You might discover a few things you didn't know.
So, let’s take the a little quick quiz… circle your response for each category.
Are You a Self-Starter?
If someone gets me started, I keep going all right.
I do things my own way. Nobody needs to tell me to get going.
Easy does it. I don't put myself out until I have to.
How Do You Feel About Other People?
Most people bug me.
I like people. I can get along with just about anybody.
I have enough friends and I don't need anybody else.
Can You Lead Others?
I can get people to do things if I drive them.
I can get most people to go along with me without much difficulty.
I usually let someone else get things moving.
Can You Take Responsibility?
I'll take over if I have to, but I'd rather let someone else be responsible.
There's always some eager beaver around waiting to show off. I say, let him.
I like to take charge of and see things through.
How Good An Organizer Are You?
I like to have a plan before I start. I'm usually the one who lines things up.
I do all right unless things get too complicated. Then I may cop out.
Just take things as they come.
How Good a Worker Are You?
I can't see that hard work gets you anywhere.
I'll work hard for a time, but when I've had enough, that's it.
I can keep going as long as necessary. I don't mind working hard.
Can You Make Decisions?
I can if I have plenty of time. If I have to make up my mind fast, I usually regret it.
I can make up my mind in a hurry if necessary, and my decision is usually O.K.
I don't like to be the one who decides things. I'd probably blow it.
Can People Trust What You Say?
I try to be on the level, but sometimes I just say what's easiest.
They sure can. I don't say things I don't mean.
What's the sweat if the other fellow doesn't know the difference?
Can You Stick With It?
If I make up my mind to do something, I don't let anything stop me.
If a job doesn't go right, I turn off. Why beat your brains out?
I usually finish what I start.
Can You Keep Records?
Records are not important. I know what's needed to be known without keeping records.
I can, but it's more important to get the work out than to shuffle numbers.
Since they are needed I'll keep records even though I don't want to.
That's it ... write down your scores.
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Count the points by the letter you selected
A. a=7, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
B. a=7, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
C. a=8, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
D. a=7, b=5, c=10 Your score ____
E. a=10, b=8, c=5 Your score ____
F. a=5, b=6, c=10 Your score ____
G. a=8, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
H. a=8, b=10, c=5 Your score ____
I. a=10, b=5, c=8 Your score ____
J. a=5, b=10, c=8 Your score ____
Total score _____________
Now, let’s interpret your score.
Score 100
Excellent.
A perfect score. You are a born entrepreneur. If you are not presently running your own business you should definitely start one -- the sooner the better. You are on the way to taking charge of your own life and career.
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Score 91 - 99
Very good.
You definitely have what it takes to succeed in a business of your own. Don't hesitate, your way to business success is wide open.
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Score 72 - 90
Good.
You have the qualities of a successful entrepreneur with some weak spots. You should be able to cover that deficiency by either retraining yourself or hiring someone with the necessary skill to co-partner with or who will work for you.
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Score 40 - 71
So-so.
The prospect of your success in a business of your own is questionable. You have some deficiencies that might out-shadow some good traits you have. If you still want to go on with it, be sure to call up all the persistence you can get. You are going to face some tough adversity on the way.
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Score 40 and below
Unsatisfactory.
Forget your dreams of being your own boss, it's not for you. You'd better plan to work at home on contract for somebody else. Too many hassles starting a business.
What Do You Need in a Recession?
What do you need in a recession. Most people would say "money." Others might answer, land, a mortgage paid off, and food stocked up. Whereas both of these answers would be helpful to have in a recession. I believe a better answer is employable job skills. Money in a recession will only carry you for so long and then you will need more money. Paid off land, no mortgage, and stored up food, is also a great idea but again, families have so many other needs that these would not fulfill. Also note that I didn't say a great employable job "skill." I said "skills."
When the political campaigns were rolling and everyone was talking about Joe the plumber, I thought it awfully amusing. Well, let me use Joe the plumber as my example of what I'm talking about. Plumbing is a pretty high paying career field. Trust me, if you have ever had a plumbing problem and then gotten the bill and nearly fainted, you will agree that plumbers do pretty well for themselves. However, in a recession, depression, or any huge economic hardship what do people do that cannot afford a plumber? They get out the duct tape, monkey glue, and use their hope! When you hear that piples rattling and you know soon they will need to be replaced, are you going to "jump to it" when you are worried about feeding your children and paying the rent or mortgage? The point here is that many great career fileds are greatly affected in a recession, depression, or hard economic times. I can think of many careers that fall into these categories: sales, marketing, advertising, construction, labor jobs, retail, etc. So, what is Joe the plumber going to do when no one is calling for plumbing help? My advice- learn a new skill Joe!
Seriously speaking cross-training in several employable career paths is a smart idea and with the advent of online self-paced learning, there is just no reason not to do it. In hard economic times, the person who has flexibility in their skill set will be the most likely to continue working in some capacity.
At Meditec.com we encourage our students to cross-train and take several of our self-paced online programs in order to always have employable job skills. The medical and legal fields do not feel hard economic times like many professions do. Plus, it is interesting and fun to learn something new. We have had retired nurses, school teachers who have been laid off, and even high-paid executives enroll in our online career programs in order to prepare for what could lie ahead economically.
Planning and preparing is the smart thing to do in any time, but especially in hard economic times.
When the political campaigns were rolling and everyone was talking about Joe the plumber, I thought it awfully amusing. Well, let me use Joe the plumber as my example of what I'm talking about. Plumbing is a pretty high paying career field. Trust me, if you have ever had a plumbing problem and then gotten the bill and nearly fainted, you will agree that plumbers do pretty well for themselves. However, in a recession, depression, or any huge economic hardship what do people do that cannot afford a plumber? They get out the duct tape, monkey glue, and use their hope! When you hear that piples rattling and you know soon they will need to be replaced, are you going to "jump to it" when you are worried about feeding your children and paying the rent or mortgage? The point here is that many great career fileds are greatly affected in a recession, depression, or hard economic times. I can think of many careers that fall into these categories: sales, marketing, advertising, construction, labor jobs, retail, etc. So, what is Joe the plumber going to do when no one is calling for plumbing help? My advice- learn a new skill Joe!
Seriously speaking cross-training in several employable career paths is a smart idea and with the advent of online self-paced learning, there is just no reason not to do it. In hard economic times, the person who has flexibility in their skill set will be the most likely to continue working in some capacity.
At Meditec.com we encourage our students to cross-train and take several of our self-paced online programs in order to always have employable job skills. The medical and legal fields do not feel hard economic times like many professions do. Plus, it is interesting and fun to learn something new. We have had retired nurses, school teachers who have been laid off, and even high-paid executives enroll in our online career programs in order to prepare for what could lie ahead economically.
Planning and preparing is the smart thing to do in any time, but especially in hard economic times.
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