Getting an education vs. work experience in the workforce is a conflict that professionals may face at any stage of their lives. 

Whether you are a high school graduate weighing college – and the associated costs – against a job opportunity that would put money in your pocket immediately, or a seasoned professional unsure of risking a steady income to go back to school with an eye toward long-term success, the work experience vs. degree dilemma can lead to many sleepless nights.

Some students seem to be able to tackle it all. These “super students” are not just successful in school, but they excel at work and in extracurricular activities and still find the time to take care of a family, too. While super students might always seem like they are on top of things, their life is a very delicate balancing act. How do they manage? If you’re eager to learn the tricks to achieving super student stats, we’ve got you covered.

In the first installment of this two-part series, the authors discussed how to understand your organization at a deeper level. In this final post, they explore the types of influence that are present in organizations. 

Maja Zelihic, PhD, former Dean of College of Professional Advancement provides an analysis of a global business arena with some of the most powerful players emerging as creative powerhouses and outcompeting each other; the competitive cycle creates a sense of perceived uncertainty as to who the all-time ruler of the emerging global business empire is going to end up being. Dr.

Applying for a job always comes with a bit of anxiety that your resume could end up in a virtual abyss thanks to the growing popularity of Applicant Tracking Systems — artificial intelligence programs that scan your resume for keywords and determine whether to connect you with a recruiter. If you’re looking for a job, there are some important Dos and Don’ts to follow that will increase your odds of landing an interview and, hopefully, the job.

Many of you know that “National Hispanic Heritage Month” runs from September 15 to October 15. During that month, we will also celebrate “Constitution Day” on September 17. The overlap of these important celebratory events is a chance to discuss the enormous contributions that Hispanics have made to our country in areas concerning our Constitution and civil rights.