Many people become comfortable in their jobs under the notion of job security. But the fact remains that for most people job security is a fleeting notion. Companies are constantly looking for ways to cut expenses to just essentials and it’s important to be seen as one of those essentials. The key to your continued… Read more
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How to Know If an Online Accounting Degree is Right for You?
If you enjoy working with numbers and equations, pursuing a career as an accountant might be the right move. I firmly believe that everyone deserves to find enjoyable work. Too often, I hear people complain about their jobs. Dissatisfaction seems to be a common trend, although I realize that some people have found meaningful work…. Read more
How I graduated college with savings
When I was in high school, there was no way around it: I was college-bound. I always had pretty good grades but never was really passionate about any topic. I liked languages the most, because I was almost traveling away from the classroom. But math, literature and history all got me really bored. So… Read more
5 ways to save money as a student
Your time in college will be one of the most amazing times of your life. Freedom, friendships, parties… You will have a blast. That also means new categories in your budget, although there are ways to still have a great time in college without breaking the bank, saving money as a student is easier than… Read more
Choosing the right degree for you
Choosing a degree is a hard decision to make when you are only 18 and freshly out of high school. So far, most decisions were made for you, and knowing at such a young age what you want to do for the rest of your life is rare. Many people don’t find their… Read more
How to Create a College Student’s Monthly Budget
Working out a budget as a college student can be nerve-wracking. Aside from figuring out how to pay for college tuition, there is also the matter of where you’re going to live, what you’ll eat and whether you will ever be able to buy fashionable clothes again. I was one of those lucky college students… Read more
A generational approach of college student debt in America
In the years following the national economic recession, credit card debt has run rampant. While the country is taking great strides to recover from the collapse, debt still remains a major setback for young Americans. So much so that in 2010, the total credit card debt held by this population was surpassed by… Read more
8 Ways to Improve Your Chances for Scholarship Money
Going to college is about more than learning. It’s about setting up your future. When you’re getting paid to do what you love in your chosen career field, it’s not so much like work. Going to college sets up that ideal future. Unfortunately, colleges and universities cost money. Scholarships are one way to get a… Read more
The Perks of a Nursing Career
The world’s economy is in a state of unprecedented distress, and has been for quite a while. We’ve been conditioned to take whatever is on the board when it shows up, lest someone else swoop in a grab it before we get the chance. Money isn’t getting rich. It’s getting by. Regardless of whether… Read more
7 Ways to Make Money in College
Morning! Today I have a guest post from Kevin who blogs at Graduating From Debt, enjoy! My name is Kevin Watts and I am the creator of Graduating from Debt. I was like millions of recent college graduates in heavy debt with very little hope. With the right attitude and discipline I took control of… Read more