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How Student Perceptions of CTE Are Changing

A recent study in the Journal of Career and Technical Education by Altermatt et al., (2025) shows that students increasingly see CTE as both valuable and aligned with their future goals. Their appreciation grows as they move into higher grade levels, and the increase is especially strong among students who plan to attend college. This finding challenges the old idea that CTE is a non‑college track. Students are viewing it as a complementary pathway that builds skills, confide

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Feb 171 min read

The Shift in How Families View Career Pathways and What It Means for Long‑Term Success

In 2019, most families still believed the traditional four‑year degree was the clearest route to stability and long‑term success. Fast‑forward to today, and that confidence has shifted in a meaningful way. New reporting from Julie Lammers in Forbes highlights just how much perceptions have evolved and why that evolution matters for anyone navigating their career path today. Parents are now far more open to multiple pathways, not just college. Since 2019: 🔹 Confidence in

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Feb 131 min read

Supply Chain Uncertainty and Target Job Cuts

Target 's recent restructuring indicates that some areas of the supply chain might have been overdeveloped. Target's move to eliminate about 500 positions, including nearly 400 in its supply chain sites, goes beyond a simple corporate restructuring. It signifies a larger adjustment occurring within retail and logistics as businesses reevaluate the infrastructure established during years of instability and increased demand. The company’s memo makes the shift clear: Target

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Feb 111 min read

Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Law: What It Means for Job Seekers

As of October 28, 2025, Cleveland employers are now required to include salary ranges in all job postings and are prohibited from asking candidates about their pay history. This local law is part of a growing national movement toward wage equity and hiring transparency—and it’s a big win for job seekers. 💡 Why This Matters For years, applicants have had to navigate vague compensation language, negotiate in the dark, and risk being underpaid based on prior earnings. Cleveland

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Nov 5, 20252 min read