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July 12, 2019

‘It’s not in how a man falls. It’s in how he gets up.’ 80-year-old student offers encouragement to persist, even when challenged the most. Spend just a few minutes talking with Joan Zeigler, and you’ll soon realize exactly why she is a source of inspiration to so many. Active in her Greensboro, N.C., community, Joan teaches Sunday school, plays three instruments as a church musician, and is a full-time care taker for her son, who is paralyzed on one side,…

July 10, 2019

At Grantham University, we believe your education doesn’t have to stop with your degree. That’s why we offer online help for the job-hunting process—from interview prep to putting together the perfect resume. Recently, three of Grantham University’s Career Launch experts got together for a series of podcasts that help students and graduates reach their career goals. Here are some of the highlights of today’s podcast covering how to highlight your achievements in the work history section of your resume and…

July 5, 2019

When you start something new, like pursuing an online degree, the first steps are exciting. You can’t wait to learn new things that will open up new opportunities. But earning your degree doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a long process that takes commitment and work. Trying to balance family, a job and classes simultaneously can be daunting. With grit, determination and the right program, however, you can reach your goal. The reward is worth it. Sometimes along the journey you need…

June 26, 2019

Technology has made applying for future job opportunities easier and more challenging at the same time. For many job seekers, the old method of applying for that open position with the same resume used for every other job application, just isn’t cutting it anymore. Many companies what to see that you possess the skills, both hard and soft, that match the core competencies for that specific role. Recruiters now use various tracking systems that filter and search for specific key…