Choosing a college major and a potential career can be a big challenge for many students, and it’s often a struggle for parents too. Should you push your child toward a particular major or career? Should you help them decide? What do you do if they’re undecided? Get answers to these and many other questions in my latest blog with loads of helpful advice.
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THCC Episode 147 – Making Wise College Decisions with the 5|10|20 Outcomes Rule
Parents want to help their kids plan for college, and one of the biggest challenges is helping them make a wise decision. In this podcast episode, I’m joined by Mike Flynn, owner of Engenius Learning, to talk about when it’s best to start preparing your student for college, how much emphasis to put on testing, and how to use his 5|10|20 outcomes rule to balance your investment in college against your long-term outcomes and financial returns. Listen Now…
THCC Episode 143 – Choosing College: How to Make Better Learning Decisions Throughout Your Life
Choosing a college isn’t just about making one good decision. It can have a huge impact on your life and career. In my latest podcast episode, I’m joined by education expert Michael B. Horn to talk about different types of students when it comes to choosing a college, how their goals and attitudes affect their decision-making, and how parents can help them make better learning decisions. Listen Now…
THCC Episode 140 – Choosing a Career Path
Choosing a career path is one of the most important decisions your student will ever make. But sometimes students are undecided, and parents can make some big mistakes in trying to help them. In this interview with career coach Kristin Clark, we talk about how students can choose the right career for their future and what parents should and shouldn’t do to help them along. Listen Now…
THCC Episode 122 – Choosing a College Major
In the latest episode of the Taming the High Cost of College Podcast, independent educational consultant Chuck Erickson joins Brad to talk about choosing a college major and a career. Chuck and Brad share expert advice for parents in how to help your student evaluate majors and careers, the key questions you should ask, and what to do if your student is undecided. Listen Now…
THCC117 – Choosing a Winning Career Path Interview with Casey Stanton, CMO of Tech Guys Who Get Marketing and Author “Functional Marketing”
Speaking today is Chief Marketing Officer Casey Stanton. After the recession of 2008 hit, Stanton was stuck without a job. Using some creativity, salesmanship, and a little luck he was able to find his passion in life through the success of marketing. Using his career achievements, he was even able to land as a professor of marketing at Tulane University where he created and taught several courses. Want to stand out in a sea of homogeneity at a job interview? Stanton has the secrets you need right now! Read More…
