4 Tips for Surviving Nursing School

Nursing School

Nursing school can be a tough ride. The practical elements and reservoir of knowledge that you must cultivate during this time are immense tasks. But nursing school ends in the most spectacular of all graduations. You get to advance directly into the field of your calling as an RN or Nurse Practitioner and begin treating … Read more

To Plumb or Not to Plumb

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My brother is a successful plumber. He told me to come work with him. By the time I pay off my student loans, I would have been better off becoming a plumber. Is he right? With the skyrocketing cost of tuition, many students are asking the same question. Is college worth it? I will ignore the … Read more

Business Presentation Tips and Tricks

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Business presentations are part of the entrepreneurial journey. At some point, you’ll have to pitch an idea, a product, or a service, or to educate and motivate potential investors or customers. Some entrepreneurs even do this when starting company vision, strategy, and goals with new and existing employees. How you present your business plays a … Read more

Lend A Hand

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College is much more stressful than high school. There are my goals, my parents expectations, exams and tuition. I read some colleges really help students cope with stress. What do they offer? When I read your letter, I noticed you didn’t mention your year in college. This question could be asked by a freshman up … Read more

How To Complete an MBA Degree Online

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If you’re considering applying to an online MBA business program, you likely know the pros of continuing your education remotely. Whether you hope to balance your studies with your current job or intend to be a full time graduate student, there are simple things you can do to set yourself up for success in any … Read more

Get on Board

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I want to return to college after being injured at work. If you cannot answer, then please direct me to the information. Can I go to classes and still receive social security disability? We absolutely want to help with your question. We hope this information guides you, along with others who have family or friends … Read more

College Culpability

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I am writing for myself and my daughter. I need to talk to her about responsibility. What are the legal issues with children at college? I’m still waiting for this talk from my parents. They just hoped for the best. Whether a conscious decision or not, parents are legal partners with their children. When there … Read more

Charity Drive

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I was a volunteer at home and now college, mostly with remedial reading. How can I get other students involved? I want to acknowledge your effort, helping local kids learn to read. You also appreciate that one of the roles of a volunteer is encouraging others to join. Community activism has slowly dwindled to one … Read more

Family Fortune

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My father owns a small, successful business. He wants me to join him after college. Is going to work for daddy a good idea? This question would not be asked in most homes around the world. A son would follow after his father on the farm or shop, with no other choice. Of course, as … Read more

The Rat Race

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We all have to make a living after graduation. I want to do something interesting. Is that a tradeoff I have to make? This question has been asked by every generation going out into the world. Your frame of reference is heavily influenced by your parents’ jobs and income. Do jobs we consider mundane pay … Read more