All posts by Suzanne Shaffer

career colleges, careers, entreprenuership, gap year

Alternatives to College

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College has, for quite some time now, been proposed as the desired route for a young person to take before entering the professional world. However, this approach is not without its problems, such as the finite number of graduate jobs waiting for people fresh out of school, as well as the positions that are going unfilled because people aren’t looking at other career paths.

There may be alternatives to college that prepare you for the workforce and a career that doesn’t require a college degree.

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careers, college guidance, college jobs, college planning

Non-Clinical Medical Career Options

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When most people think of medical careers, minds immediately jump to clinical roles like doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and nursing assistants. However, the medical field could not operate without the vital support of many other highly dedicated and qualified people. Indeed, there are so many other non-clinical career options in the medical field that are not only hugely rewarding but also essential to the field. The good news is that you can read about four of the very best non-clinical medical career options below. 

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college planning, college prep, parenting

Helping Your Student Get Into College

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What can you do to help your child get into their chosen college? This is a good question, and one that we think parents should be asking more regularly. Of course, your child has to do the majority of the work as it’s their college place, and they are the one who has to work for it. But, this does not mean that there are not things that you can do as a parent to make it easier for them. That’s what we’re going to be focusing on today, so keep reading if you are interested in learning more about this.

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back to school, college prep, parenting, study tools

10 Tips to Help Your Teen Get Ready for Back to School

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As the summer draws to a close and the new school year approaches, parents and teens alike may feel a mix of excitement and anxiety as they prepare for back to school. The transition from vacation mode to school mode can be challenging, but with some thoughtful preparation, it can also be smooth and successful.

Here are some tips for parents to help their teens get ready for back to school.

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back to school, giveaways, parenting

Everything Changes When Your Child Turns 18

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The transition from childhood to adulthood happens at the stroke of midnight on your child’s 18th birthday. They may not know how to boil water and they still bowl with bumpers, but in the eyes of the government, they are a full-fledged grown-up with all of the rights, privileges, responsibilities, and consequences for their actions that you have. Everything changes when your child turns 18.

Yikes! 

Fortunately, there is a solution to help you and your child navigate this transition. 

I have been telling you all about the Back to School Bundle, which is chock full of resources and solutions for parents of teens and college students. If you haven’t checked it out, you might be missing out. Not only will you get some great parent products at a very low price, but you will also be automatically entered in a giveaway!

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back to school, college prep, financial aid, organization, parenting

Don’t Miss this Back to School Bundle

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It’s that time of year again–back to school is quickly approaching. Feeling overwhelmed? Wondering how you will ever schedule, organize and take care of all the tasks that loom ahead during the next school year?

Next Phase Parenting has got you covered with their Back to School Bundle. It’s a bundle of 19 products worth over $500 with a 90% discount: Just $57!

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back to school, college guidance, college prep, financial planning, giveaways, parenting

Back to School Bundle Sale

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Ah Back to School…. 

It’s a million degrees outside and the aisles at the store are crowded and bare of the exact supplies your student needs to start the year.

You want to set you and  your student up for the best possible school year, but are finding overwhelm at every turn. They are sold out of the twin XL dorm sheets your daughter had her heart set on. Your son wants to visit every college on the west coast and the east coast and all the ones in the middle as well. You found out you were supposed to keep your “Band Mom” t-shirt from last year, but you painted your fence in it and now….

Or maybe you are taking your baby to college and are wishing with all your might you could wear that ratty “Band Mom” t-shirt in the concession stand just one more time.

Feeling your frenzy (because we’ve all been there), I jumped at the chance to contribute my Parenting for College Crash Course eBook to help you set your student up for college to the BACK TO SCHOOL BUNDLE.

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When Your Child Heads to College

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Sending your child off to college is a milestone filled with pride and excitement, but it can also be a time of significant emotional upheaval for parents. The transition from having your child at home to seeing them move away to pursue higher education can be challenging.

Here are some common struggles parents face during this period and tips on how to navigate them.

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dorm life, move-in day, parenting

College Move-In Day: A Parent’s Guide

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College move-in day is a significant milestone for both parents and students. It marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, but it can also be a source of stress and anxiety. With proper planning and preparation, however, you can make this transition as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you and your student get ready for the big day.

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careers, college majors, graduation

Practicing a Career Mindset Before Graduating

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Universities exist to educate, not to teach students the finer principles of the labor market. As such, many young people look for ways to get into a career mindset before they graduate. This frame of mind helps to make the transition into adulthood pleasanter. 

But what’s required? That’s the topic of this post. We look at some of the ways students can put their career caps on, even if they’re only in the first year of college. 

So, what can they do? Let’s take a look at their options. 

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