You may know this story: college enrollment has risen since 2000, reaching 16.9 million students in 2016. To parents, guidance counselors, and college grads it’s the only pathway to modern career success or …
Read MoreWhy does your friend have a big smile on his face every time you see him? It could be because he’s a blue collar worker and growth in that sector is occurring at …
Read MoreThose who feel like high school should be the end of their academic career can rejoice in knowing that there are plenty of other high paying options available, so long as they have …
Read MoreAre you just done with your current job? Well, how do you know?
There are some obvious ways to tell it’s time to move on from your current job. If …
Read MoreReady to plan your career? Or are you still wondering, “should I learn a trade or go to college?” The answer always depends on you and your goals. Friends and family often default …
Read MoreAs a blue-collar entrepreneur with just a high school degree myself, one thing I’ve come to understand is that success comes in many shapes and sizes. Fortunately, many of them still do not require …
Read MoreThe Hundred-Thousand Dollar Question: Do I Need to Go to College?
Going to college is often perceived as a “given” in today’s society for those who have the means to …
Read MoreSome things you just have to find out on your own, but there are plenty of financial and life lessons that schools should teach but don’t. From financial advice to relationship knowledge, I …
Read More4 Core Tips for Blue Collar Career Growth
The best part of working in the trades is the unlimited potential for advancement. There are no other fields out there that …
Read MoreLet’s return to childhood for a minute. In my office, we make extensive use of crayons. In fact, drawing with crayons is one of the most important things my new hires do and …
Read More