Smart Careers: How to Start a High-Paying Career Without a College Degree.

Do you dread going to work? Do you feel stuck? Do you wish you had a career, but you’re trapped in a low-paying, dead-end job? Or maybe you’re a high school student overwhelmed by your choices? Trying to decide if you want to go to college? Wondering if it’s worth it and not sure what other options you have? If you’ve been told that college is the only way to get ahead, I invite you to join me on Degree Optional as we challenge that idea. I’ll speak with guests who have navigated the ins and outs of boot camps, certifications, on-the-job training, online courses, and self-led education to reach their goals. Each week, we’ll bring you the stories of people working in some of the most in-demand career fields today. Tune in to explore high-paying careers that don’t require a college degree, including tech, real estate, construction, transportation, skilled trades, and more. Get ready to hear inspiring stories of people who made a change and got started in a new career–and find out how you can do it, too. We’ll talk about everything from choosing your field to perfecting your skills, interviewing, and landing the job. If you’re ready to choose a path that works for you, Degree Optional is the podcast you’ve been waiting for.