Tired. Weary. Burned out. Worn down. Drained. Stick-a-fork-in-me-done. Whatever you call it, there will probably come a point in which you’ll feel absolutely exhausted by everything going on in your life. It’s tough stuff juggling academic studies, family and work responsibilities all at the same time. Why, it can be enough to have you thinking [...]
5 Ways to Avoid Academic Fatigue
September 25, 2012 - Posted to Work Life Balance
Improve Your Mindset Instantly: Change Your Thinking for Academic Success
September 19, 2012 - Posted to Foundations for Success
Achieving academic excellence is all in your head or so it’s been said. Forgive the Dr. Seuss-like rhyme, but the truth is, when it comes to academic success, the mind is an undeniably powerful player. In her book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, psychologist Carol S. Dweck points out that a student’s mindset originates [...]
Learn More Effectively With These 5 Study Habits
September 14, 2012 - Posted to Foundations for Success
When it comes to going back to college, there exists a bit of a paradox: Even though students are in college to learn, they may not be aware of some techniques that can help them learn more effectively. Kind of a problem, especially if you want to get better grades and improve your academic results. [...]
Five Trends in Healthcare – and How to Get in Front of Them
September 6, 2012 - Posted to Foundations for Success
There’s something different about being in front. Think about it. Riding in the first car of a rollercoaster. Sitting front-row at your favorite concert, movie or show. Watching a fireworks display or sunset from prime position. Being in front provides a different experience. Often one that’s unobstructed, unhindered or unrestricted. Being in front can be [...]
School’s Back In Session [Infographic]
August 29, 2012 - Posted to Going Back to School
Since school is starting up soon, it’s a great time for a “Back to School” infographic. Check out some interesting statistics, and if you like what you see, please share it!
How to Finish Your College Degree 100% Online
August 22, 2012 - Posted to Online Learning
“A goal properly set is halfway reached.” —Zig Ziglar If you believe Zig Ziglar, the mere act of deciding to go back to school puts you well on your way to reaching your goal. That’s good news, too, because returning to college is one of the best ways to position yourself for success or successfully [...]
Secrets to Discerning Academic Quality Standards
August 15, 2012 - Posted to Online Learning
“I is a college graduate.” Oh sure, the T-shirt is funny. The lack of quality education behind it? Not so much. Going back to college as an adult is no laughing matter. It takes time, effort, dedication, commitment and a whole host of other things to go back to school—especially if you’re juggling work, home, [...]
How to Handle Child Care When Going Back to College
August 8, 2012 - Posted to Going Back to School
Parents have been navigating the daycare dilemma for as long as there have been kids and families. Short of staying home with the kids all day and quitting your job, what’s a parent to do when juggling work, kids and classes? Until recently, options for finding quality yet affordable childcare was somewhat limited for adult [...]
Five Self-Promotion Strategies From Howard Stern
August 1, 2012 - Posted to Foundations for Success
The first day of a new job is exciting. It’s kind of like the first day of the new school year: ripe with possibility, excitement and energy. You’re ready to take on new things, strut your stuff and shine. Then a few weeks, a couple of months or many years later, you realize something’s changed. [...]
Finishing Your College Degree Online: Should You Do It?
July 25, 2012 - Posted to Online Learning
If only … I could finish my degree. If only … I could afford to go back to school. If only … going back to college worked with my crazy schedule. If only … it was more convenient to take classes. If only … if only … if only … The “if only” game. We’ve [...]
