Workplace Success.
Your toolkit for thriving on the job and standing out for all the right reasons. Whether you’re prepping for an annual review, navigating tricky team dynamics, negotiating your salary, or simply trying to make a strong impression, this series delivers smart, actionable advice to help you grow and shine in any work environment. With a focus on communication, performance, and personal brand, Workplace Success will prepare you to get the job, keep the job, and rise with confidence—no matter your industry, title, or background.
Career Minded.
The ‘Career-minded’ series is for anyone navigating the twists and turns of work life—whether you’re stepping into your first job out of school, making bold moves in mid-career, or mapping out your long-term path to purpose. From high school and trade school grads to corporate climbers, this series speaks to every hustle. We cover job searches, career pivots, upskilling, and everything in between. It’s real talk for real people who want to earn more, grow more, and build a career that works for them, not the other way around.
The Calling.
“The Calling” is a candid, no-fluff blog series from Coach Ray “Shoe” Schufford—a veteran firefighter, chaplain, and leadership coach. Each entry dives into the heart of what it truly means to serve on the front lines of emergency response. From the emotional weight of the work to the unspoken rules of the firehouse, Coach Shoe shares real stories, hard-won lessons, and grounded wisdom for anyone considering (or surviving) the first responder life. Whether you’re a recruit, a seasoned pro, or a family member trying to understand the journey, this series offers a powerful mix of truth, toughness, and heart—because the uniform may come with a badge, but the calling comes with a cost.
Guide to Employee Benefits.
Starting a new job should feel exciting—not overwhelming. That’s why this series, authored by Preston Zapffe (a former Certified Financial Planner), breaks down the most important parts of your employee benefits package into simple, relatable guidance. From filling out your W-4 to choosing healthcare, setting up your 401(k), understanding insurance options, and evaluating voluntary add-ons, each post is designed to help you make confident, informed decisions—without the stress. Perfect for first-time employees, job switchers, or anyone finally ready to take control of their workplace benefits.
How Trades Lost the Spotlight.
This series explores how skilled trades lost their place in the spotlight—and what it will take to put them back. Through a cultural and historical lens, we examine how traditional four-year colleges came to dominate the narrative around success, while career schools were quietly pushed aside. Each article offers insight and inspiration for trades educators, advocates, and leaders ready to reshape public perception, reimagine student experiences, and reignite pride in hands-on, high-value work. It’s time to make skills cool again—and this is where it starts.
Building Trades That Last.
Skilled trades are the backbone of our economy—but too many of these businesses struggle to survive. This series explores the hidden risks tradespeople face after training ends and the real world begins. From unstable business models to financial blind spots, we dig into the root causes of trades business failure and make the case for embedding financial literacy and entrepreneurial training into career education. Because learning a trade is powerful—but learning how to sustain it is essential.