The University of Virginia provides a brief biography of Davy Crockett. Use this site to learn about his successes and the achievements of his life.

Negotiating salary can be intimidating, especially if you're just getting started in your career. Learn the basic do's and don'ts of salary negotiation to set yourself up for success. This content is brought to you by our partner, Better...

If you're considering a career change or preparing for your first job out of school, informational interviews can be a powerful way to learn about different paths and make connections.

Learn about the remarkable life and career of Maggie L. Walker, an African American teacher and successful business woman. Also includes a gallery of personal photographs, an online tour Walker's home and information about her work as a...

An article on the life and political career of Joe Clark. Explains why he was a successful politician and what he accomplished as Prime Minister.

This biography covers the life of Douglas MacArthur. It explores his military career from his attendance at West Point in 1899 through his military successes in World War II to his being relieved of his command in Korea.

A profile of Lavinia Fontana, the first woman painter to have had a successful artistic career.

One of the major forces of The Beatles, John Lennon had a very successful musical career. This site features a biography, a discography, a timeline and an audio clip.

Video of the commencement speech given by Condoleezza Rice at Southern Methodist University in 2012. [25:47] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

Video of the commencement speech given by Ellen DeGeneres at Tulane University in 2009. [17:55] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

Video of the commencement speech given by Jacqueline Novogratz at Gettysburg College in 2012. [21:13] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

Video of the commencement speech given by J.K. Rowling at Harvard University. [20:59] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

Video of the commencement speech given by Neil Gaiman at the University of the Arts. [19:55] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

In this video, Susan Cain argues that introverts possess skills and talents that should be valued. [19:04] The video is followed by a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

Video of a speech given by Steve Jobs at Stanford University's 2005 commencement. [15:05] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.

A look at the fast-paced and successful career of General Powell. Find out more about this talented and patriotic American. (In Spanish)

A look at the fast-paced and successful career of General Powell. Find out more about this talented and patriotic American.

Read an essay outlining Michael Bennett's Broadway career and highlighting the success of "A Chorus Line". Very detailed. Includes photos of the original cast.

A 1980 Down Beat Hall of Fame inductee, saxophonist Dexter Gordon has lead a successful career in the field of jazz. Read a biography, view pictures and view a list of his recordings on this website.

This resource provides a thorough biography of one of the most influential but overlooked Ragtime composers, John William "Blind" Boone. The emphasis is on his lifetime and the tremendous success of his musical career despite his...

Are you looking for some pointers for the workplace? Explore ways to be successful at your job using the Career City workplace tips.

The Internet Movie Database provides a biography page of tap dancer Ann Miller, includes career highlights and successes, trivia, quotes, and more.

As one of the first rock artists to use the piano as a lead instrument instead of the guitar, Elton John has had a very successful musical career. Learn more about him and his music with this biography, discography and more.

A biographical profile of Ambrose Burnside, a career officer who commanded Union troops in a number of Civil War battles with a mixture of successes and failures.