I’ve been under a lot of stress lately. I’ve had a lot of work to do, a few new clients, and decisions to make about where I want my career to take me. Additionally, I’ve been coping with personal issues, including the death of a loved one and a recent car accident (no one was […]
It’s a well-known fact that 60-70% of college graduates don’t end up in the career field in which they earned a degree. There are many reasons for this, including: Choosing a career field that offers few jobs, or highly-competitive ones Choosing a career field based only on salary and not on one’s abilities and interests […]
I’m not much for paying attention to what I eat or how often I exercise, but when I started gaining weight, my doctor questioned if my new medication was to blame, or if it was my lifestyle. She suggested that I keep a food and exercise diary, but then quickly changed her mind as she watched […]
My husband’s current career path has been largely influenced by his mentor. When my husband was an undergraduate student, this mentor encouraged him to consider teaching and to focus on research. As a result, my husband knows a great deal about research design and has found an interest in teaching. While he’s run into some obstacles, […]
Hard work is considered a virtue in our society. The assumption is that hard work will lead to more money, and to career success. Lots of money is proof of a good work ethic. If you don’t have the job you want, with the pay you want, you’re supposed to work harder, and you’ll eventually be […]
With so many concerns over sending your kids to public school, many parents are looking for educational alternatives. No matter what your specific gripe about public education is, you can find a solution for your family that fits into your budget. When it comes to alternative educational options, it’s important to remember that the entire […]
