What to Do Instead of College
If you’re wondering what to do instead of college, read this post for a breakdown of your best options.
College Was Already Broken. The Pandemic Has Made it Irreparable
It may feel like COVID-19 broke the current college model, but the truth is it’s been broken for decades.
College Isn’t for Everyone (and That’s Okay)
You’re standing at the crossroads of a major decision. You’ve graduated high school, or you’re about to, and you’re trying to decide what’s next. Should you follow your friends to college? Get a job? Take a gap year? Start a business?
Is a Business Degree Worth It?
Do you have a killer idea for a new product or service? Or maybe you’re already an entrepreneur but you’re not sure how to take your business to the next level. Maybe you just like the competitive, high-paced look of the business world and you’re unsure how to get your foot in the door, or […]
Why Go to College? Weigh the Payoffs Against the Downsides
Why do people go to college? The popular notion in the U.S. today is that if you are a reasonably competent, ambitious young person, you’d do yourself a disservice by not going right into college at 17 or 18.
Should I Go To College? Let’s Consider the Options
If you’re wondering whether college is the right choice for you, these questions will make the decision easier.
Is College Worth It? (Probably Not)
You’re standing at a crossroads, asking yourself what your future looks like and which route will get you there the fastest. Odds are, you’ve considered college. After all, it’s what everyone says you should do if you want to make a decent living. If you’re reading this post, it means you’re asking yourself whether college […]
Don’t Go to College: A Complete Guide to Opting Out & Moving On
If you’re reading this, chances are a big important question has already crossed your mind. It’s a question millions of young adults all over ask themselves every year: Do I really need college to be successful? Short answer – no. You don’t have to sit in class for four years, take on a mountain of […]
Dropping Out of College: A Guide to Landing on Your Feet
So you’ve gone to college, you’re putting in all the effort, but something doesn’t feel right. Maybe it’s your courses, the institution, the dawning realization that all this debt might not be worth it in the long run, or a combination of all three. Maybe it’s something else altogether. Whatever the reason, the thought of […]
Praxis CEO on Fox News: You Don’t Need A Degree To Get Hired
Praxis CEO, Cameron Sorsby Joins Fox & Friends to discuss how companies are moving to hire for skills over degrees. More companies are removing degree requirements Companies favor job applicants who can prove their skills (whether they list degree requirements on job postings or not) Colleges aren’t incentivized to respond to demands to teach skills […]
The Beginner’s Guide: Online Learning & Self-Directed Education
As I’m writing this, over 120,000 schools are closed across the United States due to COVID-19 – forcing well over 50 million students, teachers, and parents to figure out what to do next (and fast). If you’re like me, then you’re searching for a silver lining. Maybe you’re asking yourself questions like: What can I […]
7 Inspiring Young Entrepreneurs (and how to put their best ideas into practice)
I love auto-biographies. From The Autobiography of Ben Franklin to Bossy Pants by Tina Fey, I consume them regularly. However, I’ve found that the best use of biographical material is when I find actionable information that I can put into play in my own life. One of the best stories I’ve read about taking life […]
7 Ways to Accelerate Your Career (Starting Now)
You got the job, but what comes next? If you’re looking to accelerate your career and rise to the top, these 7 strategies are for you.
How I Landed a Sales Role at a Startup Company
You don’t need a college degree to become successful in today’s world, and I’m working hard to prove that statement. Recently I started my new role as a Business Development Representative at Everyday Speech and I couldn’t be any more excited about the opportunity! How Did I Get Here? I don’t have an extravagant work […]
Leverage Your Way into any Company Through These 4 Roles
“As you start out on your way, your way appears.” – Rumi The path to a job you love in a successful business can appear to be confusing and at times overwhelming, yet it doesn’t have to be. Throughout this post you will gain a deeper understanding of the skills and mindset needed to succeed […]