#Entry level OPT Jobs

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Are you looking for an OPT job in finance?

Well, finding an OPT job is stressful and daunting for international students. But Chris Grosser says opportunities don’t happen. You create them. So if you are looking for an OPT job in finance, you should have a minimum qualification of a bachelor's degree in any finance or accounting major to successfully get an OPT job in the US. For more information, check out our new and informative blog to help you find the top 10 finance companies hiring OPT job seekers and it will guide you on which OPT jobs are in Finance.

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How to Find OPT Jobs in USA

If a student is unfamiliar with their field and the opportunities available during their OPT time, finding OPT jobs may be challenging. Thus, the first step is to understand the field of study and the options open to students for applying through a range of degrees or programmes. You've come to the right site if you're seeking for OPT employment in the United States. Visit our website at OPTnation to find a variety of OPT jobs in the USA and to begin your career there.

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ULTIMATE Realistic Money overhaul | Roleplay Guide | The sims 3

TYSM for 600+ subscribers on Youtube!

Introduction:

Hello everyone and welcome back to my channel! In today's video I'm going to show you how to overhaul the sims 3 economy, how to have complete control over your billing system, and how to have a more realistic money exchange mechanic! We will also be exploring how to go about a much more realistic renting/mortgage system. This guide has been a long time coming, it's very simple and beginner friendly, but to find all the mods it would take to set this up would be a pain for anyone trying to revamp their sims economy. I've playtested this mod setup for a couple of years, and I can never go back to the original EA economy and billing system. All of these mods work with each other in a synergy circle, they compliment, play off of, and enhance one another. All links will be included in my tumblr guide, and the comment leading to my tumblr guide will be pinned in the comments below. I recommend following alongside the guide and the video, especially if you do not speak english, so you can translate the guide to your native language, while still being able to follow along the video! If I am talking too slowly for you I highly recommend everyone to increase the video speed to x2, and slow it down at certain parts you need extra focus on. Don't worry, I won't be offended at all by this, I do it myself for tutorial videos.

First - Overhaul the sims economy.

No bills

First we need to get rid of the EA billing system. This is because we are going to add new mods that introduce much more realistic billing and rental mechanics. This also eliminates some core issues with the EA billing system. Such as having a large piece of land, but a tiny house, and your bills being upwards of 40k every couple of days. Utilities not being calculated properly. And being billed more because of your more expensive items on your lot. Since we are also overhauling the sims economy, the original EA calculations wouldn't make any sense anymore.

EVM Career Wages

This mod adds a much more realistic financial wage system. Since we have now removed EA bills, our sims wages need to be able to reflect the more realistic economy we are going for. Gone are the days of every Sim earning a fortune with a mere $45 per hour entry-level job. This mod adjusts the wages across all career levels to align with real-world standards, creating a more immersive gameplay experience.

With EVM Career Wages, climbing the career ladder feels genuinely rewarding as higher pay accompanies each promotion. This encourages players to strive for advancement and invest in their Sims' professional growth. Additionally, when paired with the UC mod, promotions become more challenging to attain, placing greater emphasis on the player's decisions and strategic gameplay.

Camo fairer priced groceries and books

Camo tweaked goods

Revamped Economy Essentials:

With Camo's Fairer Priced Groceries and Books alongside Camo's Tweaked Goods, the Sims 3 economy undergoes a significant transformation. These combined mods slash the prices of commonly purchased items, bringing a newfound sense of realism to the game. No longer will a single egg set you back $11; now, it's a mere $2, making grocery shopping a more authentic experience. The same principle applies to book prices, ensuring that essential items are now more affordable for Sims across the board.

This overhaul becomes even more impactful when paired with the Savvier Seller mod, which ensures that prices are not only reasonable for your household but also for the entire neighborhood. This adds a more balanced and lifelike economy, where every Sim can afford the necessities without breaking the bank.

taxi charge

simsmathew subway charger

Realistic Transportation Fees:

Combining the Taxi Charge and Simsmathew Subway Charger mods introduces a new level of realism to transportation in The Sims 3. Each time your Sims opt for a taxi ride or subway journey, they'll incur a small fee. This adds a layer of financial consideration, prompting players to rethink their Sims' commuting habits.

Immersive roleplaying opportunities emerge as players strategize the best way to navigate their Sims from point A to point B. Whether it's opting for eco-friendly methods like walking or biking, or planning a journey that involves a mix of walking and subway rides, every choice impacts your Sims' budget and experience.

This deeper level of engagement allows players to connect with their Sims on a more personal level, experiencing the journey alongside them and enjoying the rich scenery and interactions along the way. Now you'll be pushed to experience y

Ani tax collector

New Billing System:

The tax collector mod essentially allows you to create your own billing and taxing system. This mod introduces a scripted computer interface with customizable settings, allowing players to seamlessly implement various taxes and fees. From water and electricity bills to health insurance premiums and car payments, Sims will autonomously be directed to settle these financial obligations once the tax settings are activated.

For an added layer of realism and roleplay, consider situating these computers at opened rabbithole like the city hall. This not only streamlines your Sim's outing tasks but also enriches the gameplay experience, allowing players to engage in more dynamic and immersive storytelling.

I'm going to go in game and show you how I achieve this effect for a very quick and easy tutorial.

So because we turned off the EA billing system, we need to create our own bills, to still simulate having to lose money through our gameplay. You can place these new tax computers on an opened city hall rh lot (if you don't care for aesthetic then I recommend placing these in the basement), or another community lot altogether. Please note that if you place these computers on a cityhall RH lot, and you enable UC mod on that lot, you should lock the doors leading to the tax computers. This is because with SonyaJu's UC version, the sims working on the lot will be pushed to use the computers which will result in all of your sims being sent to pay their taxes throughout the day. You can lock community doors using Nraas Go Here, or nona lock community doors mod as an alternative.

Now that we have set up our computers, you click the settings and rename the computer. Rename this to any bill you want to pay. Here I am setting up a, Water, Electric, Phone bill, Car note, and Car insurance computer. Now I can click on tax collector > settings > edit multiplier.

Water = 0.8

Electric = 0.4

Phone - 0.2

Car note = 0.5

Car insurance = 0.6

these multipliers automatically calculate what you currently have available in your sims household funds, and deducts the "tax" based off of the multiplier. This adds a more logical calculations to what each individual household could actually afford, without being too overbearing on your funds loss. This make a much more realistic and immersive billing system actually possible in the game, that fixes a lot of the issues with EA billing system, and matches the new sims economy we have created with this combination of mods.

Which leads me to my next part. I pay all of these bills monthly in my game. This adds a much more immersive and realistic experience, and I even have to keep an eye on my sims budget throughout the month, like in real life. Sometimes, I may have to sell things or find any way to make extra money to pay my new bills, or pick which bill I have to pay if I can't afford them all. I give myself consequences if I can't afford certain things. When I show you how to use the new renting system, I'll even roleplay getting evicted as a consequence if I can't afford my rent.

Enhancement Miscellaneous Mods:

The collection of these next mods serve to either rectify the Sims economy hiccups or introduce a fresh layer of roleplay, prompting players to reassess their spending habits and EP career choices.

Some of these mods make purchasing certain items actually reusable like bubble bath products and painting supplies. While others make certain careers have higher payouts which makes the wages for that career make more sense and become more satisfying so you'd actually want to work at it. This also enhances rags-to-riches playthroughs, rendering them more intricate and gratifying.

For instance, with these mods combined, the necessity for pets to rely on manually refilled food bowls instead of random props elevates pet care to a level akin to caring for a toddler. This makes having a pet a lot more impactful in your household, as well as financially.

In general, all of these mods balance back out certain EA default settings, which slowly begins to push together a more and more realistic economy.

I will place the mods you want to add on the screen, and all the links will be provided in the tumblr guide.

speedo higher concert payouts

picnicbasketpricechange

bubble bath runs out

pet bowl needs food

Nona always more gigs 3 times money

wildflowernerf per value

Double money highchancs faster mooch skill

painting needs supplies

painting costs money

government benefits and service

This mod is tailored to amplify the immersive experience of playing as lower-income households in The Sims 3. This mod introduces a plethora of meticulously scripted game mechanics designed to add depth and realism to the struggles and triumphs of impoverished Sims.

One standout feature is the ability to establish child support payments, calculated with precision based on the target parent's income. This introduces a compelling dynamic for players who wish to roleplay scenarios involving relationships with wealthier partners, where child support checks become a lifeline for sustaining the family's livelihood, as an example.

Furthermore, Sims can now apply for various forms of assistance such as health insurance and Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT), opening up new avenues for navigating the challenges of financial hardship within the game. These additions inject a newfound sense of complexity and realism into rags-to-riches playthroughs, providing players with additional gameplay mechanics to consider and explore. You'll find yourself embarking on a journey of resilience and resourcefulness as you guide your Sims through the highs and lows of economic adversity in the game.

If you are following my guide step by step consider applying these tweaks to the xml's.

As an added note, I no longer add a health insurance tax collector computer, as with MonocoDoll's new GA mod poorer sims can get affordable health care, and sims who do not qualify for this have a good job where I imagine the job offers it's own health insurance instead. So because of this new mod addition, this eliminates the need to set up health insurance payments for my households.

Second - Career's addon's

Gamefreak's check for work

job overhaul

lemonaise 50 jobs offer

These mods revolutionizes the Sims' job acquisition process, enhancing realism and depth. This also enhances the effectiveness of attending university. Without a degree, Sims may struggle to secure certain jobs and will always start at entry level.

The mod introduces a comprehensive interview and application process, typically lasting about an hour in-game, during which Sims disappear into the rabbit hole. Sims can attend resume building and interview classes to improve their chances of employment, mimicking real-life strategies. Uploading a resume, particularly a University Life degree, significantly boosts job prospects.

Maintaining cleanliness, hunger, and a positive mood is crucial as neglecting these factors decreases the likelihood of job offers. The "check for work" option allows Sims to scout for job openings beyond the replaced job hunting UI.

Lemonaise's 50 Jobs Offer expands job opportunities, reflecting the realistic scenario where obtaining desired employment may require starting elsewhere. Just as in real life, a degree does not guarantee the desired job immediately, necessitating patience and flexibility in career pursuits.

This mod combination adds layers of realism and challenges, making Sims' lives more expansive and rewarding. Achieving dream jobs becomes a testament to perseverance and hard work, enhancing the sense of accomplishment for players.

Ani's job board

Ani's Job Board introduces a WA-inspired board object that fills the gap left by missing opportunities in UC mod. With UC's scripted behaviors for work, some autonomous opportunities were removed. However, this mod remedies the situation by providing Sims with a platform to browse and undertake additional work and school opportunities. Now, players have the autonomy to choose whether to pursue these extra projects, adding depth and flexibility to their Sims' lives.

Nraas Careers

Nraas Careers is a mod that expands the possibilities for Sims by enabling custom careers and establishing a homeworld university. While the details of setting up a homeworld university can be explored in another video, this guide focuses on how this mod integrates custom career opportunities with UC. With Nraas Careers, players can seamlessly bind custom careers to EA careers, unlocking a wealth of new professional paths for their Sims within the game. What this means in basic terms, is that UC works by adding a number of objects sims use on a lot, to increase their work/school performance. If you are playing as a custom career, UC won't know which objects can increase that careers performance if the career hasn't been bonded to an EA career.

Sonja's UC

Sonja's UC is an enhanced iteration of Zerbu's UC mod, designed to optimize the original mod's scripting for improved performance and stability. While still a work in progress and subject to occasional issues, this update enhances the main features of the mod, resulting in faster and smoother gameplay. Sims now spend less time deliberating their actions, experience reduced lag before heading to work, and are not as rigidly constrained to complete tasks. Instead, they are encouraged to take breaks and socialize, mirroring real workplace dynamics.

Although ongoing testing is underway, I recommend trying out this version as it also introduces additional modded script objects to careers. Setting up the mod in-game is straightforward and can be easily demonstrated.

zoeoe flower arranging

knitting

pheobejaysims take sims to court

pheobejaysims betting

On the Screen, will be a selection of miscellaneous mods that enrich your gameplay experience by introducing custom playable careers and intricately scripted mechanics.

With these mods, you can immerse yourself in diverse professions such as modeling, flower arranging, or managing a home-based Etsy-style knitting business. Additionally, you have the opportunity to delve into the legal world as an attorney or explore the unique avenue of earning money through litigation against other Sims and establishments.

For those inclined towards risk and excitement, Phoebejaysims' Betting mod allows for a full-time gambling lifestyle, leveraging specific store objects to enhance the thrill of the game.

These mods significantly expand the scope of gameplay possibilities, offering players a plethora of new career paths and immersive money mechanics to explore and enjoy.

Third - Biggest gameplay changes and fixes

Bank mod

Otherwise known as the non-core global banking mod, this mod is a game-changer in how you manage money in The Sims. This mod allows you to establish a bank account for your Sims, complete with essential banking functionalities like deposits, withdrawals, and money transfers.

I'll guide you through setting up a new renting and mortgage system in-game, offering alternative perspectives on cash handling, including household funds versus bank account funds. Additionally, I'll show you how to separate all Sims' incomes and present an edited version where the bank account resembles a debit card in your Sims' inventory.

Let's dive into these transformative features that will revolutionize your Sims' financial management experience.

How to make a bank account.

Simply click on a computer, whether on your home lot or community lot. Navigate to online banking interaction > Open Account. $25 will be deducated automatically, and you will have a new bank account in your sims inventory.

How to create a landlord.

Simply select any sim you would like to be your new landlord. Using Nraas MC > Make Active, you can then open a bank account for the selected sim you've chosen to be your landlord.

How to pay rent.

Once the bank account has been sucessfully opened you can go back to your original active household. Then select the bank account in your sims inventory > Transfers, if you are friends with the landlord then select "Sims you know", if you are not friends with them then select "in your neighborhood". Navigate the list to find your new landlord, then send them your rent or mortgage for the month.

How to separate income.

Using this banking system I separate my sims money by having their bank account as their debit card and their household funds as their cash on hand. I typically, split up the funds reasonably between everyone's bank account in the household. This leaves $0 in the household funds. Once a sim is done with their work day, the exact amount of money they made for the day will go straight into your household funds. From there, I deposit that money into their bank account. It only takes a couple of seconds and is very simple.

As an added note, when sending the sims out and about in the world, I'll need the money from their account in the household funds so that they are able to spend money. So I quickly withdraw a random amount of money I think they will need for the outing, allowing them to actually buy what they want from the community lots. For extra immersion, consider adding a deco ATM machine, to simulate where your sims would be withdrawing their money from.

Just as promised, I told you how I would roleplay an eviction process, using this new renting system. If my sims cannot pay the rent, and they ask their landlord to an outing, if the landlord does not have a good time then I only get 1 sim month to leave the home or pay rent for both months. If the landlord does have a good time, then I imagine they allowed me to skip my rent payment for that month. If I still don't have rent money by the end of the month, I move my sim to a 10x10 empty lot somewhere in the world, and have my sim live out of a tent, or shady motel (set as a base camp), until I can afford to move into another home. If I choose to live in a motel, while the base camps are free to stay in, I create a custom role titled "Motel front desk", open that sim a bank account, and then pay them $100 weekly, while this is still a payment it is much cheaper than my sims rent that we couldn't afford, and still allows me to roleplay money being lost. If I don't have to be completely homeless then I won't, if I have $0, then I will.

nraas consigner

nraas register

Nraas Consigner and Nraas Register are essential mods that address the shortcomings of the register systems in the base game. Consigner enhances gameplay by introducing the option to make all items consignable, simulating a realistic thrift store or pawn shop experience. Meanwhile, Register adds extra checks to ensure Sims are correctly assigned, along with providing additional population controls beyond the capabilities of Story Progression. Whether or not you utilize other mods, these fixes are indispensable for enhancing your gameplay experience.

Exciting Update Alert!

@olomaya on Tumblr is currently developing an innovative new renting system for the game, which promises to offer Simmers a wide array of options for money roleplaying. This upcoming system represents a significant evolution in gameplay mechanics, potentially replacing older systems and providing fresh opportunities for immersive financial management.

Stay tuned for a comprehensive guide on this mod, which will delve into its functionalities, compatibility considerations, and potential replacements for older mechanics. Until this mod is developed, playtested, and released, I'll be using this system that I have set up and just showed you guys in this video!

So this concludes everything that I wanted to show you guys! You now know how to set up a more realistic billing system. Renting/mortgage system. You've learned how to add and roleplay more complex money gaming mechanics. You've overhauled your wage system, as well as your cost of living economy in the world. And none of these are too overbearing, with just a little bit of set up, you'll have an ultimate realistic economy and money system in your sims 3 from now on! Thank you all for joining me, thank you for 600 subscribers, and thank you for your love and support! I'll see you all in the next video!

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Part I | Part II

pairings: time skip ran haitani x femreader

w.count: 5k

synopsis: Against your better judgement, you agree to meet Mr. Ran Haitani for a job opportunity.

tw: spitting, fingering, oral (m.receiving), penetration, light praising, sex under the influence, doggystyle, pet names

a/n: - maniacal laughter-

After receiving an ultimatum from your current employers, “Resign now and we won’t disclose the details of your last case” or “We can fire you, but we will have to disclose what went on in that last case.” You decided to resign… keeping your head low and out of the possible headlines of the newspapers.

You were a fairly new lawyer; you hadn’t been practicing long and this was the first firm you’d ever been a part of in your professional career.  You were distraught and unsure of where you were supposed to go from here. 

How were you supposed to explain to your parents who gladly paid for your education knowing that you would be successful in the end?  You’d managed to secure an entry-level position at one of the top firms in your area and now here you were desperately scrolling through the classifieds and applying anywhere you could to get some sort of income. 

Bills needed to be paid.  You’d barely had the Lexus for a year, and you just moved into a nice penthouse apartment located in downtown Roppongi.  If you didn’t find employment anytime soon, you were going to be giving back all the nice gifts you bought yourself for a job well done over the past year.

Fidgeting nervously with the black business card in your hand, you folded the laptop you were working on closed and stood up.  That card, that black card had "the" Ran Haitani’s name etched on it in white lettering accompanied with a fax number, a DSN, and what you assumed to be a cell phone number.

If by any chance you decide to change your mind, call me.  I’ll pick up at any time of the day for you.

And you did.  You actually called him because you were terrified of not being able to find another job.  Not at all because of the material items that you owned and didn’t want to lose, but the uncertainty of not being able to make a living plus the disappointment from your family felt as if it may be an impending doom for you.

Leaning back against the leather booth you sat in; you idly stirred the cup of ice water you had been drinking from. Ran was supposed to meet you here at this upscale Italian restaurant and you’d been sitting at the secluded table for the past 15 minutes. 

If you weren’t so desperate to see what he had to say, you would have been walking out of the door already.  When you entered the establishment, the hostess at the front escorted you back to an empty table. 

She informed you that Mr. Haitani was expecting you and offered to get you something off the menu.  You declined to order anything to eat but settled for a glass of iced water with a lemon wedge. 

Sighing in exasperation, you leaned forward to rest both of your elbows on the table.  The fact that he hadn’t shown up yet put you on edge.  Not only was this man supposedly a criminal, but he had also offered you a position to work for him doing only God knows what.

Since the restaurant happened to be upscale, you opted to dress in one of your better dresses.  It was simple enough a little black dress with thin straps paired with a pair of chain-link Giani Bini heels.  Rather than dressing like this was a business proposition, you dressed as if you were meeting your significant other for a date.

Swiping a stray curl behind your ear, you glanced at your watch visibly upset at how much time had passed by now.  Instead of the measly ten minutes, you’d been sitting here all dolled up for twenty minutes and that was enough for you.

Taking hold of your little black purse, you stood up adjusting the hem of your dress back down over your thighs.  This was a mistake.  You shouldn’t have come here at all.  You’d get a call for a position in no time, there was no need to be hasty. 

As soon as you stepped outside of the booth you were greeted by Ran Haitani towering over you with a satisfied grin slapped on his face.  He purposely blocked your path to prevent you from wandering any further while his eyes roamed over your attire appreciatively.

“Ms. Y/n, I apologize for my tardiness.  You look… amazing,”

Taking a tentative step away from him, you ignored his compliment gripping your bag tightly against your thigh. 

“I’m sorry,” you blurted, nervous and gnawing on your bottom lip.  “This was a mistake, sorry to waste your time,”

This time you stepped forward with the intent to go around him but instead, one of his hands shot out to grasp at your waist to keep you in place. 

Gasping in surprise, you stopped where you were and allowed him to guide you back toward the booth.  He purred almost seductively in your ear as he urged you to sit before turning to sit in the booth opposite of you.

“Oh c’mon, at least hear my offer before you try to run away from me,”

You sighed anxiously making eye contact with him and watched as he called the waiter over.  At least hear his offer?  For whatever reason you doubted he wanted you to hire a lawyer of any sort, he didn’t need a damn lawyer.  You were positive he could pay for one of the top lawyers in the city for any of his legal requirements, there was no way in hell he needed a fresh-faced lawyer like you in his arsenal.

This whole situation made you nervous and you wondered why and how something as stupid as what happened in court a few weeks before decided to descend on you.  Who did you piss off?

“So…?” you urged.  The waiter brought Ran something dark on ice and left the table immediately after.  He picked up the chilled glass and took a long drink, his Adams apple bobbing as it slithered down his throat.

“Did you want to order anything, y/n?” Ran flashed you his pearly whites and again you avoided the heat in his gaze, opting to stare off into the vacant restaurant instead.

“Mr. Haitani, please.” You were already growing irritated that he didn’t seem pressed to get to the point of why the two of you were here.  To discuss his “proposition”.

Ran lifted his glass tilting the rim towards himself as he watched the dark liquor swirl around the crystal glass, his lavender-tinted iris’ hyper-focusing on it as if it were the most interesting thing he’d ever seen.  Then suddenly he barked out a chuckle, staring into your pretty face before adjusting his tie.

“The job opportunity isn’t hiring you as a lawyer,”

You fucking knew it.

“I’m sure you already know that I don’t need to hire anyone for legal counsel.  I have that covered.”

Your throat tightened in suspense while you continued to observe his actions and the way those slender digits of his began to fumble with his tie loosening it so he could completely remove it. 

The action seemed sultry; it caused your breath to hitch in your throat the aggravation you already felt beginning to blossom into pure frustration with the handsome man across from you. 

“So, what do you want from me?” you snapped angrily.  Crossing both arms across your bosom, you glared at him agitated waiting for him to continue.  

“You can think of it as an assistant of sorts,” he began.  He lifted his glass once more to indulge in his drink before shaking it lightly in his grasp.  “I need help with a few things here and there and the pay is outstanding for what will be required of you.”

Staring at him in disbelief, you went over his words which were extremely vague.  It didn’t make sense… were you really going to put yourself into this position for what he was offering you? 

He could tell you were considering it, it made him smile even more to see how desperate you seemed.

“I’ll pay you a year’s salary upfront,” he mentioned it rather offhandedly, leaning back to throw an arm over the back of the booth.  “1 year of your assistance, and if you don’t want to continue after that you can seek employment elsewhere.”

He wasn’t serious, was he?  You didn’t know how much he was willing to shell out to have you as an assistant, but deep down in your gut, you knew that he would make it worth your while.  Your eyes avoided his for a third time tonight looking around as if there could be someone else listening to your conversation. 

Wringing your hands nervously within one another, you hesitated once more beginning to shake your head as if to decline.

“Mr. Haitani…”

“150,000 dollars, does that sound doable to you?” he asked nonchalantly.

You nearly stopped breathing staring at him, eyes wide in shock.  For him to just throw around numbers like that, he must have been loaded.

“It’s the least I can do for you since I kinda got you fired,”

You could feel a sudden rush of heat creeping up the back of your neck upon the reminder of what had you in your current dilemma.  How he accused you of seducing him so that you couldn’t represent your former client.

This was actually mortifying.  There was no fucking way that you were going to accept this, he was the reason you were in this predicament in the first place.

Ran must have seen the way your face began to contort, your embarrassment causing you to grit your teeth in frustration just before you had decided to stand up and storm out.

“Alright, 200,000 dollars,”

You were frozen once more in your seat while you watched him take out a checkbook from his pocket.  He began to calmly fill in his information, finally writing in the dollar amount of 200,000 dollars before ripping it out neatly and sliding it across the tabletop.

“I told you I’d make sure you were taken care of, right?”

And that’s how you found yourself working for Ran Haitani.  You had enough money in your bank account that you didn’t have to worry about anything for the time being. 

Working for Ran was easy.  The title of an assistant was… not what you would label yourself at all.  Ran was flexible, he never asked you to do anything strenuous or completely out there when it came to working.

But you were under the impression that instead of an assistant he wanted something more from you.  You didn’t mind him, he treated you nicely.  You never had to spend your own money on anything, and it seemed that you were more of a maid than an assistant.

He had an assistant for his office, but you? You were expected to do the most random tasks ever.  He asked you over in the mornings to help pick out his suits for the day and then he forced you to stay to have breakfast with him.

Sometimes you’d accompany him throughout the day when he wasn’t working to go shopping… visit the upscale salons he got groomed at and he’d often force you to receive services as well.  Any time he had an event to attend, he demanded that you were his plus one and he paid for everything, including your attire without so much as a complaint. 

Unlocking the front door to Ran’s penthouse, you pushed the door open before stepping aside to hold it open for him.  Once he entered you closed the door behind him and watched as he stumbled across the living room before collapsing onto the leather sofa in his living room.

He leaned back against the soft material letting out a relieved sigh and focusing his glossy eyes on you still standing with your hand still placed on the doorknob.

Ran had been drinking a lot tonight.  Even for him as an avid drinker, he was obviously tipsy.

Eyeing him wearily, you canted your head off to the side before tucking your bag under your arm.  You had a few drinks yourself, but he may have overdone it. 

“Ran, are you going to be alright?” you asked.

He gave you the dopiest smile, his face exceedingly flushed from the amount of alcohol he took in at the event tonight. 

He hummed thoughtfully at your question before he sat up and began to remove the suit jacket he’d still been wearing. 

“I don’t know, I think I’d like you to stay for a little while longer,” Shrugging his coat off his shoulders, he gave you a crooked grin tossing it over the arm of the sofa.  “Just in case,”

You almost rolled your eyes at the request, but this man had taken care of every aspect of your life over the past few months.  It just didn’t feel right to blow him off when he was obviously intoxicated.

Clearing your throat, you turned the lock on his front door and tested the handle just to be sure it was secure.  The heels of your stilettos clicked against the wooden floor as you crossed the room to sit beside him on the sofa.

Sitting your purse beside you, you leaned down and began to untie the strap to your shoes before slipping them off your feet with a sigh like the one Ran had done upon sitting.

Ran had been spoiling you.  Literally spoiling you, as if you were his girlfriend.  The sexual tension between the two of you was at an all-time high, but you were adamant about keeping it platonic.  This “situation” was already as awkward as it could have been, there was no need to throw sex into the mix to make it worse. 

Would it really be that bad though?

Mumbling under your breath, you kicked your shoes off before leaning against the sofa and dragging your feet up with you so that you were sitting on your heels.

“What do you need me to do while I’m here?” Pulling the black evening gown back over your thighs, you turned your head to meet Ran’s inquisitive gaze.

“Do you really want the answer to that?”

Kissing the back of your teeth, you blinked at him dumbly your eyes following his palm that had nestled itself along the exposed skin on your thigh.

“I know the answer already,” Pursing your lips together, an involuntary shiver wafted down your spine as his fingers began to trail themselves toward the apex of your thighs pausing to brush the backs of them against the front of your satin underwear.

Ran had a smug grin on his face while his fingers continued to tease your inner thigh, his eyes low and honed in on the exposed skin.

Swallowing the sudden dryness that began to plague your throat, your eyes met his again with him leaning toward you his other hand cusping along your jaw.  The pad of his thumb swiped across the plump flesh of your bottom lip as if to wipe away the faint gloss from the surface.

“Then you’re already aware of how much I want to see this cute little mouth stretched out around my cock, don’t you?”

You were suddenly overcome with a throbbing need between your thighs, confusion overpowering any and all logic that you may have possessed.  You wanted to cringe at his crass choice of words, you were supposed to be turned off… not willingly leaning into the warmth of his fingertips.

“So, you’re paying me for the semblance of being an assistant… but in reality, you just want to fuck me,” you breathed.

Ran hummed in response, his eyes half-mast and focusing solely on the plush of your lips.  He smiled gently, pushing his thumb into your mouth so the pad settled against your tongue.

“I know for a fact that I’m not the only one who wants to fuck the other,” He watched you tentatively, the way your own eyes became hooded, your lips fixing around his thumb gently suctioning the appendage.

What in the hell were you doing?

“Come on y/n, show me what you really want to do to me,” he pulled his thumb from your mouth, using the wetness to gloss your bottom lip.

The rough timbre in his voice sent an unsolicited shiver down your spine and without much more coaxing you sank onto the floor between his sturdy thighs.

Peering up at him through your lashes, your stomach began to flutter at the pleased expression on his face.  He was grinning almost lazily, the tip of his tongue visible at the corner of his lips while one of his hands worked to loosen the tie around his neck.

His light-colored eyes were intense and focused.  He held your gaze and patiently waited for you to continue your pursuit.  Exhaling a shaky breath, you reached for the waist of his dark slacks unfastening the metallic clasp and then forcing the zipper down.

He was wearing grey silk boxer briefs the outline of his dick straining against the material… along with a damp patch soiling the front of the expensive silk.  Your heart pounded harder against your ribcage, those familiar butterflies finding their place in the depths of your abdomen.

He was desperate for you, that much was obvious, and the knowledge of his desire made you feel near helpless and extremely needy.  Reaching into the silk hem of his boxer shorts, you grasped hold of the stiff, hot appendage that sat between his thighs. 

Pulling his cock free from the material, you palmed his length squeezing tentatively along the stiffening base.  You could hear his breath hitch above you, the low grumble of his voice coming a moment after.

“C’mon, don’t tease me, pretty girl,” Ran leaned forward down toward you, his palm cusping your cheek as if to inspire you further. 

You didn’t know why his words were having this effect on you, but your chest was all but bursting with determination upon seeing that handsomely chiseled face hovering above you.  Initially, you were against adding any sexual encounter into the mix here, but how could you deny this beautiful creature towering above you? 

Eyes glossy and shining over with unshed tears, you closed the short distance between the ruddy-colored tip of his dick before taking the appendage slowly into the warmth of your mouth.  Once the flat of your tongue made contact with him, his head fell back flat against the headrest of his seat, and that hand that had been holding your cheek almost lovely slid up and into your hair that was tightly bound at the nape of your neck.

His fingers slithered through your strands to hook a finger around the scrunchy that kept your hair pulled back and tidy to slip it out of place freeing your curls so that they were in their natural state haphazardly atop your head. 

Opening your mouth wider, you hummed around his girth, reveling in the feel of the soft skin skimming along your tongue.  You groaned appreciatively under your breath at the taste of him clean with just a hint of salt.  You dare to say that it was the taste of him was even delectable. 

By now his hand had woven itself in the roots of your hair, languidly guiding your mouth up and down his length the tip of him nudging at the back of your throat.

The movements were slow and more or less on the gentler side but you must have been doing something right so far.  Keeping your jaw slotted and agape your tongue slipped along the underside of his shaft before disappearing back into your mouth so that you could attempt to draw him deeper inside.

The hushed groans coming from overhead were causing a rush of serotonin to flood your veins, every single nerve ending on your body was now standing on end.  You never really “enjoyed” giving head, but it was something that was done out of necessity vs your own pleasure.

But baby… the way Ran was moaning.  His voice strained, breaths coming out in short pants, was bringing about a dense almost unbearable pulsing between your thighs. 

“That’s it, baby, keep going,” Moaning needily around his length, your fingers continued the diligent massage around the base of his thick cock before releasing him to pull free his balls that were still tucked away into the silk of his boxers.

You wanted him so bad.  The praising, his fingers tucked away into your hair scratching lightly at your scalp, all of it was setting your body on fire.  It felt as if you were melting from the inside out.

Those thighs of his became taut underneath your elbows and the all-time indicator that he was close to finishing.  Things were getting sloppy, one of your hands slipping effortlessly along his shaft, while the other hand enthusiastically massaged his balls. 

Holding your tongue flat along the underside of his cock you took him further into your mouth gagging at the mildly painful intrusion that bumped past your uvula.  You were going to make him cum, that was your goal.  You wanted to taste him, suck the soul out of him, so he would never look at you the same way again.

You were surprised when the hand in your hand tightened, and he pulled you off his dick with a loud pop.  Startled, you met his heated gaze, breathing heavily through your parted lips.  What kind of man didn’t want to finish from a blowjob?  You were baffled.

Swallowing the wad of spit that had been sitting on your tongue, you eyed him in confusion as he merely leered down at you still positioned between his legs.

“D-don’t you want to cum in my mouth?” You meant to ask that question internally, perhaps it was the heat of the moment that had given you the courage to ask so blatantly out loud.

Ran merely grunted, a faint chuckle falling from his lips.  Mewling breathily, your legs began to quiver at the sultry grin he was wearing.  The distance between you was vanishing and before he provided you with any kind of answer, he was angling your head back so that he could snake his tongue into the warmth of your mouth.

His hand slipped from your hair down to your nape to press your lips against his in a very greedy manner while his tongue fought yours for dominance in the sloppy kiss.

When he pulled away from you, you were out of breath, and your eyes although hazy were drawn to the thick string of saliva that snapped once he was hovering over you again.

“You want something to swallow that bad?” his voice was husky, eyes half-mast and seemingly holographic and glowing in the dim lighting of the living room.

A few quiet seconds ticked by without an audible response from you and that only prompted Ran to squeeze at your cheeks with his free hand so hard, that your lips had begun to pucker.  That at least got a slight groan out of you, your eyes beginning to water further.

“Open your mouth,” Ran all but growled, releasing your face so that you could comply.

Slowly parting your lips you did as he said whilst his other hand was still slapped firmly around the nape of your neck.  Your heart hammered against your chest, the almost unbearable heat of the tension between both you and Ran nearly smothering you.

You were mildly disgusted at what he was demanding from you and you already knew what was coming next, but you did it anyway, a feeble whimper crawling up your throat as you did.

Forcing your tongue out flat at wide, you curved the wet muscle awaiting what he had planned to give you. This man was a menace to your sanity, for whatever reason you just could not tell him no.

Whatever he was going to do to you, you were open and willingly going to accept it.  You watched him feverishly, the way he leaned over you further to part his lips.

Everything seemed to happen in slow motion.  His tongue inching out of his mouth to the thick dollop of spit that landed flat on the pallet of your tongue.  It startled you initially and Ran’s heated gaze boring into your eyes was telling you to swallow it, without even having to say so.

With a shaky breath, you did just that your tongue drawing itself back into its place before forcing this glob of spit down your throat.  You were fucking down bad, you had to be.  But it wasn’t as bad as you thought it’d be, it tasted of him with the lingering traces of liquor that he had been drinking earlier.

“Good girl,” he praised you, lips pulling back into a handsome grin before he fell back into place leaning back against the sofa.  One of his hands fisted his cock, dexterous digits massaging lightly over the damp bulbous head.  “Take that gown off for me,”

Your shoulders sank in relief upon hearing those words, that he seemed to be pleased with you.  Pushing up on your knees, you stood so that you were still slotted between his thighs.

Pushing the thin straps of your evening gown off your shoulders, you maintained eye contact with Ran, giving the fingers wrapped around his cock the occasional glance.  The dress went down over your bosom, exposing your tits, and then down over your hips pooling on the floor and leaving you standing in only a black lace thong.

Even though Ran had only seen you naked that one night the two of you were way past the point of being embarrassed.  You let him spit in your mouth for Christ’s sake.

“Come here,” his free hand curled into the elastic band of your underwear with the intent to draw you more near and you followed the motion, sinking a knee into the cushion of the couch between his thighs.

Impatiently, your hands went to unfastening the buttons on his shirt in a desperate attempt to strip him down.  Compared to you, he was fully dressed, and you wanted to feel him against you in any way possible.

You got his blouse undone; the dark silhouette of black ink artfully etched into his chest catching your eyes.  It was massive, much larger than you had originally anticipated, and it only covered one-half of his chest.  You weren’t afforded the opportunity to study the intricate design for more than a second or two before the feel of Ran’s fingertips ghosting themselves over your cloth-covered pussy brought you out of your own thoughts.

Sucking in a sharp breath, your legs nearly buckled while you leaned over him until you clasped onto his shoulders for some additional support.

“W-what do these tattoos mean?” you asked, the words were vacant, though you did have a slight interest. 

Ran’s fingers slipped into the crotch of your underwear, the pads of his fingers streaking the wetness of the arousal between your lower lips along your slit. He groaned, sinking one and then another finger into your slick. 

“Another time,” he panted hoarsely, fingers stroking slow and deep inside of you, eliciting the desperate and needy noises you were making for him.

“A-ah,” you mewled at the welcome friction, rolling your hips into the rhythm of his fingers.  Your lips found his once more while he continued to stroke his long slender digits in and out of you.

Compared to yours they were longer, thicker, and reached a lot further, and deeper than yours did.  The sound of him moaning into your mouth only made you wetter, your cunt clasping tightly around his fingers. 

The friction, the semblance of you being fucked silly was nice, but you wanted to feel him inside.  The way he was drawing this out was driving you mad. 

Breaking away from his mouth, you whined above him, eyes deliberately leering down into his own. 

“W-want your cock,” you sank down further onto his fingertips in an attempt to push them deeper, and Ran only hummed against your breast taking a perky nipple between his teeth.

“Now, now, I know for a fact that earlier tonight you were set on not fucking me, what’s changed?” the hand wrapped around his length migrated to your other breast, pinching the lonely nipple. 

You tossed your head back at the sharp pain, still managing to thrust your hips against his hand enthusiastically. 

“Mr. Haitani,” you cooed, the coil in your belly being pulled taut.  “Please don’t make me beg,”

You could hear him click his tongue in disapproval a hearty chuckle following after.  He knew what he was doing.  He was drawing this out for as long as possible.  The more he toyed with you, the more distraught you became. 

The next step came sooner than later, he had stripped himself down into nothing before alternating your positions.  You took his direction eagerly until he finally pushed into your gushing cunt, splitting you open from behind.

He felt bigger from this angle, an almost searing line of heat shooting up into your insides as he bottomed out inside you.  He takes on a slow, almost agonizing rhythm his fingers grasping tightly at the fat of your hips.  His hold is almost bruising fingertips dimpling the flesh as his hips met the fat of your ass over and over again.

You were breathless, babbling out incoherent whines as he rutted into you the occasional slap to your ass causing you to sing out in frustration from the pain.

“We are going to have to do this more often,” Ran breathed, leaning over you, his abdomen flexing while pressing into your back.  “I know I let you do all the work last time, but it’s nice to see your pretty face reduced to a whimpering mess,”

[lovergirl-78]

REDEMPTION

Rick Grimes x Dalia Thompson(oc)

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AN:This is a test run. Seeing if you goes like this version if not just tell me please I would really like your feedback. Bare with me this is my first fanfic.

Warnings: mention of death, apocalypse,suicide, depression

659 words.

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The night was still; the beeping from the monitors and chittering from the people were still, yet Dalia seemed unmoved. Imagining what could be wrong with the world, her family and friends are all dead, while she remains untouched by the atrocities right outside the building. You see, Dalia often imagined that if she just opened that door and got eaten alive by the dead, just like her family, she would be free from the guilt of leaving them to die.

Dalia... DALIA!" a voice exclaimed, breaking Dalia from her zoned-out state.

Huh," Dalia responded.

"Did you not hear anything I just said?” Candace questioned.

"Is it about the cells?

"Honey, I know it’s hard right now, but you’ve got to understand that I’m here for you. Everyone lost something, and you staying alive is something your family would want.

Candace Jenner was a mother figure or a mentor figure for many, especially Dalia, who is fresh out of college. It’s been hard on everyone here at the CDC with the minimal scientists that remained. Some scientists decided to stay; some left to be with their families, while others decided to opt out of this nightmare. Dalia didn’t blame them; if she could, she would have too.

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Vi, start recording!" Dalia yelled.

"Starting recording in three, two, and one," Vi replied.

"Well, here we go. Hi, my name is Dalia Thompson. I am currently twenty years old and a scientist at the CDC. Ummm.. I honestly don’t know why I did this, but Candace mentioned it’s good to keep a video diary to document or rant. Dalia sighed while taking a deep breath.

"It started on April tenth, two thousand and ten... I woke up with a crazy hangover from partying the night away with my friends Savannah and Mindy. I was tired as hell. I checked my phone, and I saw a barrage of messages from my parents angry about me missing Susie's seventh birthday. I really didn’t understand why they were so upset. There isn’t anything a seven-year-old and a twenty-year-old have in common. I digress. I worked at the CDC as a public health analyst, which is an entry-level job. When I entered work that day, Candace Jenner, who leads the CDC, reported about a strange virus that was found in France that changed people into empty, cannibalistic versions of themselves. We needed to research the effects immediately, but I guess it was too late.

It started small and manageable, and the government told us they had it under control. They sent out nationwide messages about the dangers of going outside and staying safe. Scientists and researchers were told to keep looking. Many hurried to leave to be with their families, and some decided to opt out. Since then, we've gotten rid of the bodies and placed ourselves in lockdown. No one can come in. Many came in hopes of food, shelter, and protection, but we couldn’t break protocol; we had to keep the doors shut. A family came by a couple days ago pleading for help, but we couldn't, and I watched as they got torn apart by the dead. Dalia takes a long pause. Her eyes tearing up and lips crumbling together at her meager attempt to hold in a cry.

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Later that day,

Candace, Edwin Jenner, and I walked into the test room, which holds one of their dead colleagues. They needed a sample of the colleagues' DNA. Dalia offered to do it, but Candace said she would. They took an ample amount of safety precautions to prevent any way for them to get hit or scratched by the disgusting piece of sh*t.

Candace went in a full hazmat suit, looking like a marshmallow, which made Dalia laugh her ass off. But as Candace was turning away from collecting the DNA, all of a sudden it came back to life.

"WAIT!" Dalia screamed.

TBD..

[power-chords]

Re: previous reblog I also think that if fanfic writers were truly “absorbing the conventions of fiction writing” then AO3 would be a markedly different landscape. This is just a hobby for most people! That’s the beauty of it — zero barrier to entry, anyone and everyone can participate, and you opt in at all levels of the exchange in what is purely an Enthusiasm Economy, free of cost or expectation or demand. But what I count as good writing from most fic authors (relative to an original novel or short story) is checking a different and much more generous set of boxes to account for like… intrinsic properties and trends of the form. And lest anyone assume I mean this uncharitably, please rest assured that the opposite is true. But most of us are amateurs fucking around and having a good time. That’s why it’s fun! It’s a form of creative play, and by and large it’s one that weights an aesthetics of emotionality and fantasy fulfillment over the focused refinement of craft. Which is great because I have a fucking day job.

[gabrielx-wolf]

Name: Gabriel Marinano Age: 33 Species: Werewolf Pack: MACLACHLAN

BIOGRAPHY

CHILDHOOD

Gabriel grew up in Suffern, NY. It's a small town in upstate NY. When he was around 13 years old he moved to Brooklyn, NY. His family owned a house and an apartment. He would frequently travel back to Suffern for the full moon with his family.

His mother is a Maclachlan. She married a first-born son who would inherit Marinano pack. She never actively denounced her original pack, but favored Marinano pack more due to marriage. Gabriel in turn was/is a part of the Marinano pack.

Nasty politics and fights were common among the elder siblings in the Marinano Pack (regarding Gabriel's father and his aunts/uncles). His father loved Gabriel. However, had a slow growing disdain for Gabe's mother. Mainly because she wasn't part of the original pack and it gave the siblings ammunition to try to claim Alpha. This was the reason Gabriel and his mother would move to Brooklyn, NY.

When Gabriel was 19 years old tragedy struck. His father died fighting for the title of Alpha. One of Gabe's Aunt's assumed the role. In a fit of rage Gabriel denouced his pack and swore he would kill his Aunt and assume his rightful place as Alpha- like his father should've done. In doing so he started a war with his old pack. It caused his mom to go into hiding, as they now wanted her dead, and made Gabriel packless.

GABRIEL'S 20'S

Now that Gabe was a lone wolf. He spent most of his twenties in NYC. He didn't get a college education. Instead, he opted to join the workforce early. He jumped around a lot of entry-level jobs. Most of them made him too irate to continue to work. It didn't help he was grieving and had a lot of pent-up rage.

The only schooling he had ever done was a bartending school that lasted about 2 weeks. The school set him up with jobs and a bogus certification that helped get his foot in the door.

Gabriel is good at his job. He was easy on the eyes and knew how to talk to people. His reflexes made him able to be a flair bartender earning extra tips and gaining a lot of experience, really quickly.

Around the age of 23 he met Sabine. She was a vampire from Louisiana. She was an African Creole. Her father was a slave owner and mother was an educated slave. Sabine's actual age was around 1,000 years old. Gabriel and Sabine hit it off immediately. Despite the obvious differences (regarding species).

MID/LATE 20'S-TO PRESENT DAY

The two were in a serious relationship for 5 years living in New York City.

One day, after returning home from a full moon, Gabriel found his apartment destroyed. The house looked like a crime scene. There was blood everywhere. Anything that could've been destroyed had been. Sabine was nowhere to be found. Gabriel searched for her, for months, sending him into a stupor. Until he had to admit to himself after 6 months she was gone. He had never found a body, a note, or who could've done this. All his searching was in vain.

He believed the Marinano Pack was the one who had killed Sabine (it was the only possible idea).

After a few years, of barely living, Gabriel decided he needed to leave NYC. He moved to Hexmore for a new start.

He applied to be a part of the Machlachlan Pack. Partly to not be a lone wolf anymore, and garner allies for when he decided to take down Marinano Pack. The Alpha or any elders are aware that Gabe is trying to bolster an army.

WANTED CONNECTION!!

Sabine: As it stands Gabriel will assume she's dead. Her name, personality, and backstory can change. I don't like boxing people in on wanted connections. I would prefer her African Creole is kept. This could generate angst and does not have to lead/begin/end with these two as a couple. As long as they keep the past relationship canon I'm content!

Mother: I'll keep her versatile to whatever someone wants her to be. The biggest thing is keeping the backstory the somewhat the same. But there's at least 10+ years from Gabe and her seeing each other so you can be as creative as you want from it.

Old Pack mate/Person from NYC

[prismmultimedia]

Graphic Designing – Expectations Vs. Reality

Recent years, there is significant demand for visual graphics, and so has the need for skilled & efficient graphic designers. The field of graphic designing has evolved to greater heights over the years, with technology advancing rapidly and new mediums emerging.

As a result, the expectations from graphic designers have changed as well. However, many people have a misconception about graphic designing. They have a certain expectation which will not reflect with the reality of the job. In this blog, we will explore the expectation vs. reality of graphic designing.

Expectation: Graphic designers only need to know how to use design software

Reality: It is not just knowing about software it is more of using it well

Graphic designers must and should know how to use design software for e.g. – Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign. Not just knowing it but they also need to be Efficient in communication and collaboration, as they often work with clients, Entrepreneurs, and other members of the creative team. Prism Multimedia offers Graphic Designing course with cutting edge tools where our expert trainers will teach you how to use which will make stand out in this competitive world.

Expectation: Graphic designers work alone

Reality: Graphic designers often work in team’s

Graphic designers are not solitary workers. They often work in teams with copywriters, art directors, photographers, and other designers. Collaboration is essential in creating cohesive designs that effectively communicate the message to the target audience. Graphic designers also work along with client on day-to-day basis.

Expectation: Graphic designing is easy

Reality: Graphic designing is a challenging and time-consuming process

Designing a visually appealing graphic requires a lot of patience and efforts. Graphic designers need to research, brainstorm, sketch, and create multiple iterations before arriving at the final design. They also keep in mind regarding end user, the client’s brand identity, and the place in which the design will be used. It takes lot of effort and experience to create a design that effectively communicates the message and matches the end user of that design.

Expectation: Graphic designers just make things look pretty

Reality: Graphic designers create designs with a purpose

Graphic designers don’t just make things look pretty. They create designs with a purpose. Whether it is to promote a product, convey a message, or create a brand identity, every design has a specific goal.

Expectation: Graphic designers only work on print designs

Reality: Graphic designers work on a variety of mediums

Graphic designers work on Many mediums, including print and digital. They create logos, visiting cards, social media posters, and many other images related content. As there is sudden spike in digital exposure graphic designer ensure and make themselves perfect for both print and digital platforms.

Expectation: Graphic designing is a high-paying job

Reality: Graphic designing pay will be varied from person to person depending upon experience and employer

While it is true that graphic designers can make a good living, salaries vary based on experience and location. Entry-level graphic designers may make less than experienced designers, and salaries in larger cities may be higher than in smaller towns. Freelance designers also need to factor in expenses like equipment and software when setting their rates.

Prism Multimedia also offers 100% Placement assistance program who opts and execute course with us. Resume & Portfolio building, interview hacks will be communicated once after the completion of any course at our Prism Multimedia which is in Ameerpet, Hyderabad. If you are looking a passionate career in multimedia field, then Prism Multimedia is perfect destination to learn and achieve.

In conclusion, the expectations vs. reality of graphic designing are varied and complex. While creativity, multitasking, expertise in design tools, independent work, and versatility are essential aspects of graphic design, collaboration, specialization, industry-specific knowledge, and balancing aesthetics with functionality are also critical. Graphic designing requires skill, creativity, and dedication. There were many theories about the job, but Graphic designers plays important role in giving impact with their creativity and appealing designs.

We at Prism Multimedia offers various multimedia courses with proper training and certification. Prism Multimedia is premier institute which brought many changes in multimedia training field since 1999. Discover the power of visual communication and learn essential design principles, software proficiency, and industry-standard techniques. Join our Graphic Designing course and unlock endless creative possibilities. Whether you’re a beginner, recently graduated or experienced we have proper curriculum which makes Master in graphic designing.

[alliancecomputing]

Importance of Certified Medical Assistant Training for Career Development!

Do you find yourself being worn down by the routine of your current job? Have you been thinking about applying for a job that offers more salary and more flexible hours? If that's the case, a career as a medical assistant offers tremendous opportunities for advancement. A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) assists in patient care by performing administrative and clinical tasks, such as collecting patient information and monitoring vital signs, for physicians and other medical professionals. The ability to provide great patient care in a variety of settings is made possible by the unique collection of abilities possessed by entry-level medical assistants.

In this blog, you will learn more about what a certified medical assistant does and various reasons why one needs to opt for certified medical assistant training in the Bronx. So, please have a look!

The job responsibility of a certified medical assistant –

Qualified medical assistants work alongside doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support them with a variety of clinical duties and administrative chores. Their workday may differ based on the environment in which they work. Medical assistants' typical job tasks include the following:

Taking patients’ vitals, medical history, and personal information. Decontamination of the medical equipment. Measuring essential signs, like temperature, weight, and blood pressure. Instruct patients about various medications or special diets. Helping medical physicians with patient examinations. Drawing blood. Changing dressing. Performing basic laboratory tests.

Reasons why you need to become a medical assistant –

Now that you have a better idea of what a medical assistant does, and if you are still doubtful whether it is a good career choice for you to pursue medical assistant training. Here are a few of the most important benefits of this line of work that you should consider;

Rise in demand for medical assistants – The healthcare field is in need of medical assistance, and that need appears to be steadily increasing. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts a healthy 18% increase in demand for medical assistants between 2010 and 2030, which is considerably higher than the average growth rate for all occupations.

Plentiful job prospects –

The demand for medical assistants is expected to remain high due to demographic growth, technological progress, and the rise of preventative healthcare worries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts a 23 percent growth in demand for medical assistants between 2018 and 2028. This is four times faster than the typical national growth of 5 percent.

Feel pride doing this work –

Becoming a medical assistant provides you with a strong sense of personal satisfaction. You will work with patients of all ages and walks of life to guide them through their meetings and get them where they need to go, just like in other jobs in the healthcare industry. This means that you will be working up close and personal with a variety of individuals who require the most assistance in their daily activities.

Provides you an option to work anywhere –

A medical assistant's skills are in high demand in a variety of medical settings across the nation. You're thinking about starting a new job in a new state, or you need to relocate for your spouse's job. In either case, you will have the option of searching for a new job independent of your location. And if you choose to obtain your medical assistant accreditation certification, that credential will follow you wherever you go and will be extremely useful. Because this certification credential is recognized globally, you do not need to re-certify to satisfy the standards of a different state.

So, listed above is some information on why you need to become a medical assistant. If you are searching for the best medical assistant training schools in the Bronx, look no further than ACS. Have a consultation with our training faculty to have more information regarding the various medical assistant courses we offer.

The aforementioned reasons for pursuing a career in medical assisting are presented. No other institution than the medical assistant training schools in the Bronx offers a career-oriented medical assistant program than ACS. To learn more about various job-focused training programs we offer in the Bronx, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with our expert today!

[unschool]

Top 4 Online Course Certifications To Pursue in 2023

With 2022 coming to an end, you must wonder what's next. This question is all the more difficult to answer for entry-level individuals, especially if they are trying to get hired. But the most crucial question we often miss out on is what recruiters want.

Comprehending the hiring trends can help smooth job search, and the good news is, we have a way to make it easy for you.

While Unschool, an online learning platform, helps youth to take one step towards employability by offering the best online certificate programs in various domains. It is the platform where you can finally stop trying to fit in a system crafted for the masses and learn in a unique way that brings out the best version of you.

This article will discuss the best online course certifications to pursue in 2023.

Let's get started!

4 career options for 2023

1. Software engineering

One of the most prevalent career options in India is Software engineering. The domain is lucrative and offers high-paying opportunities, and the improved reliance on technology has led to a boom in the IT sector, making it one of the most in-demand fields today. If you are planning to step in the IT field then Unschool is here to guide you with its online courses with a certificate in Cybersecurity-Website Hacking, 

Artificial Intelligence - Machine Learning Algorithms and more.

2. Sales and Business Development

The sales team is the backbone of every business, considering that there is a huge demand for salespeople today. Companies hire people to join the sales and business development teams to provide high revenue generation.

Often used together and interchangeably, sales and business development are different but complementary job roles. Both concentrate on efforts on client management and revenue generation. However, the scope of both these roles is vast, as companies will always require professionals who can help the company grow and generate revenue. 

Likewise, Unschool is offering Job's Program in Digital Marketing. Students seeking a career in digital marketing can opt for this. You can also get jobs with a digital marketing certificate from Unschool. Apply now 

3. Customer success

Customer success is a vital aspect of business with huge demand for talented and skilled people, making it one of the most demanding career options to pursue in 2023. They are the customer-facing aspect of a company, and their performance and customer dealing play a tremendous role in defining a company's reputation.

The duties of a customer success executive possess:

Bridge the gap between the customer and the company

Keep records of customer interactions

Fix customer complaints

Receive feedback from customers and share it with concerned stakeholders

Effective communication with customers

4. Marketing and Communication

The advent of marketing and communications is no secret. The domain has taken the world by storm and impacted how businesses work globally.

No wonder it is one of the most promising career options for 2023! Yes, recruiters are looking for marketing and communication experts to help them thrive. Some of the responsibilities of people working in this area are:

Organize marketing calendars

Create content decks

Conceptualize strategies to boost the brand and drive conversions

Comprehend user psyche and mold the brand strategy accordingly

Press releases

Identify target audience and create content that caters to them

Execute online and offline campaigns and bridge the gap between user and brand

Establish a brand identity

Enable communication through advertisements, newsletters, email marketing, campaigns, press releases, etc.

Unschool's Skill courses offer various online course certifications like Content Writing - Introduction, Copywriting: Introduction to AD world, and marketing-related domains. 

Conclusion

The trends of today set a precedent for the future! According to the report, these are the 4 promising career options for anyone pursuing new avenues. You can check out Unschool to explore online certificate programs and find your dream job.

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The problem lies in the fact that you can’t increase the wages of these jobs without increasing the wages of every job in the country. If you live in a state with an extremely high cost of living a “living wage” might look like $150k a year or more, and it’s just not feasible to pay that kind of money for jobs that are commonly done by children with no diploma or experience.

You would then have to increase wages through the roof across the board because it would be unfair to continue to pay the supply chain manager with a logistics degree a salary of $60k to facilitate international sales and purchases and manage warehouse movements, inventories, and employees, but pay the Dairy Queen cashier who hasn’t even completed high school yet $150k to fill cones with soft serve, wipe counters, keep an accurate till, and pick the bugs out of the chocolate dip.

In a perfect world we could just pay everyone what was needed for them to get by, but we don’t live in that world. The US is $35 trillion dollars in debt, social security is failing, and our national birth rate is steadily dropping below the rate of replacement (yes, I know being broke is the number one reason people are opting out of having kids; it’s a vicious cycle), meaning everything is going to get a whole lot worse before it gets better.

I understand that some of the posts on this topic are very abrasive and insensitive, but it remains true that entry level service industry jobs were never meant to be the jobs that carried people through to home ownership, assets, investments , and retirement. They were meant to be the jobs that could provide experience to those who had none so they could develop skills and either climb the ranks into higher earning positions within the company or build a meager resume and find better opportunities to use their experience elsewhere.

Dairy Queen and all the other jobs like it were never meant to be the stopping point.

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Should You List Every Job on Your Resume? Navigating the Tough Choices

Deciding whether to include all past #employers on your #resume can be challenging, especially if you had negative experiences. Here’s a guide for entry-level to mid-senior level #jobseekers on how to navigate this dilemma:

✅ Do Include Relevant #Experience: If a past #job provided you with #skills or experience that are relevant to the #position you’re applying for, it’s generally a good idea to include it. Focus on what you learned and how it #benefits your future employer. #CareerGrowth #ResumeTips

Gaps in Employment: Including all employers can help fill in gaps in your employment history. Significant gaps might raise questions for potential employers, so it’s better to provide a continuous timeline. #JobSearch #EmploymentHistory

❌ Consider Omitting Short-Term Roles: If you had a very brief stint that’s not relevant to your career path, you might choose to leave it out, especially if it won’t raise red flags in your employment timeline. #JobHunt #CareerAdvice

Toxic Environments: If the work environment was toxic and you feel it could negatively impact your references, consider how to frame your experience positively or opt to leave it out if it wasn’t a long-term role. #WorkLife #ProfessionalGrowth

🔄 How to Frame Negative Experiences Focus on Skills: Highlight the skills and accomplishments rather than the negative aspects. Example: “Led a team project that improved efficiency by 20%” instead of detailing conflicts. #Skills #Success

Professional Growth: Emphasize any growth or positive outcomes from the role. Mention how the experience prepared you for future challenges without dwelling on the negatives. #GrowthMindset #CareerDevelopment

🎯 Be Honest but Strategic Transparency: While you don’t need to include every detail of past employment, honesty is crucial. If asked about a role during an interview, provide a balanced view focusing on what you gained from the experience. #Honesty #JobInterview

Tailor Your Resume: Customize your resume for each application. Highlight the roles and experiences that best match the job description. #ResumeWriting #JobApplication

Including past employers on your resume, even those that weren’t the best experiences, can demonstrate your resilience and ability to learn from all situations. Be honest, strategic, and focus on the skills and growth you gained. Tailoring your resume to each job application will help you present your best self to potential employers.

"https://AnyResume.AI" can help you #analyze your #resume and provide a comprehensive #report with suggestions to make it better.

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Comprehensive Guide to CA Coaching in Kerala: Top Coaching Centres, Benefits, and Exam Tips

The Chartered Accountancy (CA) course is one of the most challenging and respected career options in India, offering immense opportunities in finance, accounting, and taxation. Kerala has become a prominent location for CA aspirants, thanks to its quality coaching institutes, dedicated faculty, and supportive study environments. This guide provides an in-depth look into CA coaching in Kerala, with a focus on CA coaching centres in Thrissur, the courses offered, exam preparation tips, and the benefits of enrolling in a professional CA coaching center.

Why Choose CA as a Career?

The Chartered Accountancy profession offers various advantages:

Lucrative Salary: CA professionals command high salaries both in India and abroad.

Job Security: Every company, big or small, needs a CA for financial management and compliance.

Diverse Career Paths: Chartered Accountants can work in auditing, finance, consultancy, or even start their own practice.

If you're looking to pursue this career, enrolling in CA coaching in Kerala can help streamline your efforts, offering structured guidance, mentorship, and exam strategies.

Understanding the CA Course Structure

The CA course consists of three levels:

CA Foundation: The entry-level exam that tests basic knowledge in accounting, law, and economics.

CA Intermediate: The second stage, which delves deeper into taxation, accounting, and financial management.

CA Final: The final step before becoming a certified CA, covering advanced topics and requiring article-ship completion.

Kerala offers various coaching centers that guide students through each level, helping them succeed with a systematic approach.

Benefits of CA Coaching in Kerala

Opting for CA coaching in Kerala has specific advantages:

1. High-Quality Faculty

Many CA coaching centers in Kerala employ qualified and experienced faculty members, including CA professionals, subject matter experts, and experienced tutors who know the course inside out.

2. Structured Curriculum and Timely Updates

CA coaching centers in Kerala maintain a curriculum aligned with the latest ICAI guidelines. The structured approach helps students cover all necessary topics within a manageable timeframe, keeping them on track and well-prepared.

3. Mock Tests and Exam Strategies

Mock exams simulate real exam conditions, helping students understand the exam pattern and time management techniques. Many institutes in Thrissur provide these regular tests to ensure students are fully prepared.

4. Interactive Doubt Sessions

With dedicated doubt sessions and personalized coaching, students can clarify complex concepts, which boosts confidence and understanding.

Top CA Coaching Centres in Thrissur

Thrissur has become a hub for CA coaching in Kerala, thanks to a range of reputed institutes. Here are some of the top CA coaching centers in Thrissur:

1. Logic School of Management

Courses Offered: CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels.

Highlights: Known for its experienced faculty and focus on practical applications. The institute also offers online coaching options.

2. Lakshya CA Campus

Courses Offered: CA courses, along with classes for CS (Company Secretary) and CMA (Cost and Management Accounting).

Highlights: Provides holistic learning with experienced tutors, study material, and regular mock tests. Lakshya also offers flexible batches.

3. Vani Institute

Courses Offered: Comprehensive CA courses covering all levels, from Foundation to Final.

Highlights: Focuses on personalized learning, ensuring each student receives dedicated attention. They offer well-researched study materials and organized coaching.

4. Masterminds for CA

Courses Offered: Specializes in CA coaching with an integrated curriculum for Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels.

Highlights: The institute uses a structured approach, with constant assessments and periodic mock exams. They also provide counseling to help students manage stress and exam pressure.

5. Vidyasagar CA Academy

Courses Offered: Comprehensive CA coaching from Foundation to Final, as well as CS and CMA courses.

Highlights: With a strong emphasis on conceptual clarity, this institute in Thrissur is known for its top-notch faculty and dedicated student support system.

How to Choose the Right CA Coaching Center in Kerala?

Choosing the right coaching center can make a significant difference in your CA journey. Here are some factors to consider:

1. Faculty Experience

Look for institutes that employ experienced CAs or professionals with a deep understanding of the course structure and ICAI guidelines.

2. Success Rate

Research the institute’s success rate or pass percentage. High success rates generally indicate quality teaching and effective coaching strategies.

3. Study Material

Comprehensive, well-organized study material is essential. Check if the institute provides in-depth resources for each subject.

4. Batch Size and Personal Attention

Smaller batches allow for more individual attention. Choose an institute that prioritizes student support and personalized coaching.

5. Additional Support

Institutes that offer career counseling, motivational sessions, and stress management support add extra value, helping students navigate the challenges of CA exams.

Exam Tips for CA Aspirants

Passing the CA exam requires consistent effort, dedication, and smart study strategies. Here are some tips for CA aspirants:

1. Understand the Syllabus Thoroughly

Knowing the syllabus inside out will help you avoid unnecessary topics and focus on critical areas. Create a checklist of topics for each level.

2. Follow a Study Plan

Break down the syllabus into manageable sections and assign specific study hours to each topic. A structured plan with daily goals helps maintain steady progress.

3. Revise Regularly

Consistent revision is crucial to retaining concepts. Revise your notes weekly and go through the key topics multiple times before the exams.

4. Attempt Mock Tests

Mock tests simulate the actual exam environment and improve time management skills. Evaluate your performance and identify weak areas to work on.

5. Time Management and Prioritization

Focus on the topics with higher weightage and practice answering questions within a set timeframe.

6. Stay Positive and Avoid Burnout

The CA journey is lengthy and challenging. Maintaining a positive outlook, taking regular breaks, and engaging in stress-relieving activities can make a big difference.

Online CA Coaching Options

With the rise of digital learning, several institutes offer online CA coaching in Kerala. These programs come with video lectures, downloadable resources, and interactive doubt-solving sessions. Here are some benefits of opting for online CA coaching:

Flexible Learning: Access recorded classes and study at your own pace.

Cost-Effective: Many online programs are more affordable than traditional classes.

Wide Range of Resources: Get access to a broader range of study materials and video content.

Top institutes in Thrissur, such as Logic School of Management and Lakshya CA Campus, offer hybrid options for students who prefer flexible learning alongside regular classroom sessions.

Conclusion: CA Coaching in Kerala – The Path to Success

Enrolling in a CA coaching center in Kerala can significantly increase your chances of clearing the CA exams. With top-notch institutes in cities like Thrissur offering dedicated coaching, experienced faculty, and comprehensive study material, Kerala has become a favorable destination for CA aspirants. From personalized learning experiences to mock exams and motivational support, these centers provide everything a CA aspirant needs to succeed.

Choosing the right CA coaching institute, creating a structured study plan, and maintaining a positive mindset can help you achieve your goal of becoming a Chartered Accountant.