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Write a Resume, Get the Job

A professional resume can open doors and help you get the job you want, and the Library has the tools to get you started. More

Dress for Job Interview Success

How you dress and present yourself physically can have a big effect on the outcome of a job interview -- for better or for worse. More

Researching Prospective Employers

Taking the time to research an employer's history, values and goals, and recent achievements can give you the knowledge you need to feel extra confident going into the big interview -- or prevent you from wasting your time applying at a company that isn't the right fit.

 

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Career Exploration Resources

Are you trying to figure out what you’re going to be when you “grow up?” Or perhaps you are looking for a new career? There are many resources available to help people explore career options and make career choices. More

Contacting Your Government

We all know that the role of our elected officials is to represent their constituents, but who exactly are these representatives? The following will show you how to contact your representative at the city, county, state and federal levels.

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Do-Not-Call Registries

Do-not-call registries are offered by both the state of Missouri and the federal government for people who do not wish to receive phone calls from telemarketers.
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Missouri Government Information

Sometimes it can be difficult to understand the roles and functions of government. This guide is designed to help you find information on Missouri’s government. Springfield Greene County Library users have free access to the materials and databases listed below. Open sources are provided by the Missouri Government and other non-profit based databases. 

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Researching Your Art

Whether you're researching a family heirloom or a yard sale find, your investigating can be rewarding. More

Caring for Artwork

 If a work is personally meaningful, even if it carries no monetary value, you should consider preserving it. The medium, or materials used to make an artwork, will determine the necessary care of the piece. More

Literary Criticism

Use this pathfinder in researching sources of literary criticism. More

Science Fair Success

Whether you love science or not, a science fair project can be a great experience for the whole family.  More

Free E-book Websites

Beyond checking out e-books from the library or buying them, there are several places to download them for free. More

Finding Your Next Good Read

There are many ways to find out about books that might pique your interest. Here are some sources to find that next engrossing read. More

Finding Music and Lyrics

Consider these resources when looking for information about music genres, artists, sheet music or lyrics.
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Where to Buy Auto Repair Manuals

The Library's Automotive Repair collection has over 4,000 repair manuals, and most of them are available for checkout. If you want to buy your own copy, here's where to look.  More

HiSET

Learn more about Missouri's high school equivalency exam.

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