Education will make you self-assured because you'll be able to present yourself wherever you go. From college debates to formal affairs, you'll know what's current in world, how to speak about it and how to make great, interesting conversation- all because of education.

Sometimes, education comes with a large price tag. Tuition, books and living expenses are very expensive when it comes to college. You can always loans, grants or a scholarship to help you, so don't despair. If you want an education bad enough, you'll get one. It doesn't matter size of your bank account, let your drive pull you toward education you so desperately need. Don't settle for average and keep learning all way up and throughout your senior years. Education shouldn't end after college, it should continue it so you can constantly improve yourself and your mind.

NON-POSTED JOBS

You don't have to wait for a job to be listed in paper, or even posted on company board, to apply for work at a company.

Go through phone book and make a list of companies you'd like to work for. Call and ask if there are any positions available. Ask for name of human resources manager or individual in charge of hiring for area you are applying to.

Send a resume and direct it to person in charge of hiring. Write a cover letter that expresses your interest in company and why you'd like to work for them. Follow up several days later and ask for individual. Tell them you're checking to see that they received your resume and ask if there are any positions that may become available.

If they are not hiring suggest you'll check back at another time. Often positions are made available unexpectedly and by keeping in contact (without pestering) you may be first person that comes to mind.

This is not a secret. If you're not taking advantage, someone else will. You can't afford to miss out on making yourself known to employers BEFORE job posting is made public.

Accessing this hidden job market may open up opportunities you never thought possible. By staying one step ahead of other job searchers you can be sure that your new job is just around corner!