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There's a ton of writing about careers and education on the web every month. Here are some of the articles we found most interesting this month: including 2013's best paying jobs, Laurens County's pro-active plan to develop a stronger workforce for the future, and more.

If you’ve been watching the news for the last few months, you’ve probably heard a few stories about how recent college grads in some fields are having trouble finding employment. This has led some to question whether college is still a good investment. If you’re curious, the answer is pretty simple. Yes, it’s still a good investment.

You’ve made the decision to go to college. You’ve applied and been accepted to the school of your choice. You’ve picked your major. You’ve even bought your school sweatshirt. Now what?

Unlike many training providers who utilize “canned” training materials, your technical college understands the needs that are most prevalent in your area and is prepared to deliver training that is customized to meet these needs.

The latest buzzword in manufacturing is Mechatronics. A widely accepted career in Europe since the nineties, Mechatronics has only recently been recognized as a new career opportunity in Upstate South Carolina.

Developing a comprehensive training plan may be a completely new concept at your company, or you may have one that you’ve been using for years that is no longer meeting the needs of your organization. Regardless of your situation, it is important to develop and maintain an effective training plan with your company’s goals in mind.