8/17/23: Financial Strain or Education Gain?

Ever wonder how much a college degree is really worth? In this episode, we challenge preconceived notions about higher education and its implications on our earning potential. We unpack a startling trend - the mismatch between college students' salary expectations and the actual figures that the job market offers. Plus, we address the growing consensus that college might not be as valuable as once thought, with enrollment figures on the decline. We spotlight some creative measures being taken by states like Minnesota to alleviate the financial burden of college for lower-income families and the potential ripple effects on neighboring states. Subscribe to podcast updates Ask Ric | Ric's Books ----- Links from today's show: Self-care with Jean Edelman Most new jobs - 20 occupations with the highest projected numeric change in employment Follow Ric on social media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | X (formerly Twitter) | YouTube Brought to you by: Global X ETFs Invesco QQQ Prisidio Schwab Disclosure page -----