A new survey of 2,245 Americans commissioned by finder.com in July 2017 and conducted by global research provider Pureprofile, found that almost 2 in 5 Americans, or 38.7%, are unsure or don’t think their college degree was worth the money. That’s an estimated 60.96 million Americans. Of these degree holders, 49.6% say they aren’t making…
Compassion Fatigue: The Dark Side of Healthcare
Healthcare is a rapidly growing industry full of in demand and well paying jobs. Many people go into healthcare not only for the great job opportunities but also for the purpose of helping others. However, there is a downside to constantly having to show compassion and hide negative emotions. Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare…
College Life Planning for American Students
All about College Life: College life can be pretty awesome while it can also be very cumbersome depending on the choices one makes and how they plan. There will be ups and downs but in order to overcome challenges successfully and have a smooth life in college, good planning is necessary. While it may appear…
Saving Money When You’re Broke
Financial experts are always advising people to save for various things like retirement and emergencies. But the amounts suggested may seem unrealistic for most people. When you’re living paycheck to paycheck, saving an entire year’s worth of living expenses or a million for retirement seems almost impossible. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t save anything…
Junior Achievement Survey Reveals Concern About Impact of Automation and Globalization on Job Prospects
A new survey from Junior Achievement USA (JA) shows that 77 percent of parents are “concerned” about their children’s ability to have a successful job or career as adults in light of global competition and automation. The same percentage (77%) of teens said they share similar concerns about having a successful job or career…