Did you know the average person changes careers five to seven times during their working years according to the U.S. Department of Labor? The agency also found that nearly 30% of the workforce now changes jobs yearly. While changing jobs may not be as intense as shifting careers, today’s workforce is more open to making frequent employment changes — sometimes called “job-hopping” — now than in previous generations.
From classroom resources to guides for parents covering a slew of topics, we’re always thinking about what content will help you most.
Now, as the program manager for HirePaths, I’m a bit biased, but I have to say: We’ve recently added some of our best stuff yet — and at quite a volume! Here’s a rundown of our newest content.
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Does your child dream of becoming the next big sensation on YouTube, TikTok or Twitch? They’re not alone. Being an influencer was the top dream job for teens ages 13-17, according to a survey conducted by YouGov. Professional streamer ranked No. 1 for boys and No. 5 for girls.
As parents, you’ve probably thought about the sex talk, the drug talk and the social media talk. But what about the job talk? This topic is just as important, as it will shape your children’s lives for years to come.
But knowing how to approach about a subject that might seem very distant can be a challenge. Our kids are focused on more immediate issues such as relationships with their friends and grades in school. But it’s important to keep them engaged with this significant topic. Here are some tips and insights to help as you discuss jobs with the young adults in your life.
As a young adult, Jamie Bosse took a reactive approach to handling her finances — simply responding to problems in real time. But her perspective changed after her family faced financial hardship early in her college career.
Wanting to strengthen her personal financial education, Bosse enrolled in Personal Finance 101 at Kansas State University. The class inspired her to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and help people improve their lives by taking a proactive approach to financial planning.
Written by Kristin Brighton, founder of HirePaths
Our daughter knew early in her high school career that she wanted to major in international relations with a focus on East Asia — which seems pretty unusual for a girl growing up in eastern Kansas. She wants to grow up to be a diplomat and fight the good fight on behalf of U.S. foreign relations. She also is interested in learning Chinese, a critical language the United States has identified it needs more citizens to learn.
Who could discourage her from pursuing a dream like that?
As a parent, I know how heartbreaking it is to see our children struggle with certain subjects in school. For me, it was my 11-year-old son's struggle with math. Numbers and equations were his Kryptonite, leaving him frustrated and discouraged. Determined to turn this challenge into an opportunity for growth and learning, I came up with a creative solution — an ice cream cart job for the summer. Little did I know that this venture would not only improve his math skills, but also foster essential life lessons. Join me as I share our journey and the sweet success that came from it.
It’s that time! Your teenager is ready for their first job, internship or volunteer opportunity. You’re thrilled because you know your teen can benefit from the wide variety of experiences that come with a job, from managing a paycheck to waiting on customers.
Putting together a resume is one of the first steps your teen will take to become a candidate for the role. It’s probably been a few years since you developed your first-ever resume, so we put together some tips to keep in mind as you help your teen.
Whether you have a toddler or a teen in your life, thinking about their future can feel daunting! Helping them transition into the “real world” is a big task, and there are a seemingly endless number of options after high school — how are you supposed to help them find the right path?
You just boarded the plane and are settling in for your cross-country flight. The flight attendants have gone through the safety announcements, and you’re all buckled up. The captain comes on to indicate you are next for take-off. Wait, that sounded like a woman? Do we have a female pilot?