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Work and play

Work and hobbies make up a large part of our lives, and hence, they offer a lot to write about. Here are some ideas for how to research them.

Work

As you start researching work and careers, the first thing to bear in mind is that information in this area goes out of date very quickly. Always check the publication date before you contemplate using the information you’ve found. Sources that are over two years old may no longer be up to date. So, if at all possible,

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