From Test Takers to Change Makers
Nowadays, the traditional path to education is being questioned more than ever and there are numerous stories that provide a beacon of hope for those considering alternative routes. As the number of adults without a high school diploma reaches nearly 22 million in the United States, the importance of understanding and embracing non-traditional education…
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Re-Skilled GED Learners: The Future of Corporate America
This episode of Education Unplugged explores the transformative power of upskilling and the role re-skilled GED learners can play in the technology sector are explored. With a growing trend towards skills-based hiring, the tech industry is opening doors to non-traditional education paths, like the GED, leading to lucrative careers. Host Vicki Greene, the CEO…
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GED Graduate to Tech Apprentice
Education and technology are becoming increasingly intertwined in this changing world. The GED is nothing short of this and has opened doors of opportunities for many of GED graduates, such as Rogelio Conde, a recent GED holder and tech apprentice. Conde’s journey encapsulates this synergy, highlighting the importance of accessible education and the transformative…
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A Physician Entrepreneur’s Playbook for Fixing America’s Specialty Care Gap
The U.S. healthcare system is facing a quiet but accelerating crisis: a widening gap between where specialists are needed and where they actually practice. In urology alone, there are roughly 1,100 open positions but only about 400 new specialists trained each year—a mismatch that’s only getting worse. As physician burnout rises and more clinicians…
Engineering Education Needs to Be Human-Centered, Purpose-Driven, and Grounded in Real-World Problem Solving
Student disengagement, the rapid rise of AI, and shifting workforce expectations are pushing higher education to rethink how it prepares graduates. Engineering programs—long defined by rigor and technical depth—are now under pressure to stay relevant, improve retention, and produce graduates who can actually solve real-world problems, not just theoretical ones. And the numbers back…
From Fire Pits to Outdoor Rituals: How Solo Stove Is Building a Lifestyle Brand Through Differentiation and Design
The backyard has become more than a place to grill, sit, or pass through on the way back inside. Increasingly, it is being treated as an extension of the home itself: a gathering place, a design statement, and a stage for the small rituals that bring people together. Solo Stove has leaned into that…
Crafted Journey How To: Aligning Faith, Leadership and Career Purpose Without Losing Sight of What Matters Most
Professionals are increasingly questioning whether career success alone can deliver meaning, identity and long-term fulfillment. Coaching has moved beyond productivity hacks into deeper questions of purpose, faith and human flourishing, especially for leaders who want their work to create impact without becoming their entire identity. Research has consistently found a strong business case for…
