Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
A new report shows more high school graduates are choosing NOT to go to college. Michael Horn, education expert and co-author of the forthcoming book, “Choosing College: How to Make Better Learning Decisions Throughout Your Life,” says that for many people, college is not delivering the desired or anticipated results. Below, Horn draws on his latest…
Photo Credit: Asa Dyer Known for her work in founding and growing the $100 million pet care franchise, Camp Bow Wow, entrepreneur and CEO Heidi Ganahl recently announced the release of her new book titled SheFactor, aimed to guide and encourage young women to achieve success in their careers, personal lives, and beyond. The SheFactor book…
Have you been thinking of starting your own business? Or maybe you dream of turning a hobby or side hustle into a full-time career? Megan Yelaney has successfully switched careers and now works as a coach to help other entrepreneurs turn their ideas into flourishing businesses. Below, she offers advice on how to successfully change…
Renting your first apartment can be an exciting experience. But it’s also a big life decision and should not be taken lightly. First-time renters often let excitement get in the way of rationality, thereby avoiding important steps in the process. You should carefully consider your options before choosing an apartment and document existing problems when…
It’s college graduation season, and thousands of graduates will enter the job market. After years of focusing on technical skills, applicants may be surprised to find that employers value soft skills the most. While hard skills are still important, LinkedIn’s 2018 Emerging Jobs Report found that soft skills, including oral communication, leadership and time management, make…