As we approach the new year, there’s no better time for self-reflection — and to plan for self-betterment. That’s part of the drive that inspires some 40% of Americans to make New Year’s resolutions each December, as reported by the Washington Post. Unfortunately, people who make New Year’s resolutions fall short more often than not — and quickly. By as early as January 17, most resolution-makers start losing momentum and falling back into old habits, according to USA Today. In the end, some 80% of resolutions fail, leaving people frustrated and disappointed. If you’re planning on making New Year’s resolutions […]

If you could finish your college degree, what would you do with it? If you’ve been considering enrolling in an online bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate program, but you’ve been putting it off until you can “find the time,” what’s been stopping you? This year, while you’re in the process of putting together your New Year’s resolutions list, you may want to consider going back to school. The decision to return to college, whether to complete an unfinished degree or enter a graduate degree program, is not always easy. But for those who make the brave choice, the rewards may be […]

A 2019 survey from Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. found that while more than 82% of employer respondents said they were actively hiring for open positions, approximately 80% of them said they were having a hard time finding qualified candidates. Seventy percent of respondents reported finding a skills shortage among applicants. “This presents a difficult situation for hiring managers who need to fill positions,” Challenger said in a press release. “It’s far more costly to hire someone who does not have the requisite skills and who will potentially only last a short time than to wait for the right person […]