Category: Career

September 19, 2025 Off

Healthcare Careers: Your Path to a Secure and Lucrative Future

By The Admiral Staff

A recent report from Indeed.com indicates healthcare jobs are projected for significant growth in 2025 due to an aging population and low risk of AI replacement. Many entry-level medical positions, requiring only a high school diploma and certification, offer decent wages (over $42,000 annually) and can serve as a stepping stone to higher-paying roles like registered nurse or occupational therapist. Eight highlighted jobs include medical assistant, surgical technician, ultrasound technician, medical coder, dialysis tech

August 17, 2025 Off

High-Paying Trades: Your Path to a Lucrative Career in 2025

By The Admiral Staff

The article highlights five promising trade jobs for 2025: Ultrasonographer, Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Construction Manager, and Aircraft Mechanic. These roles offer competitive salaries—ranging from $82,548 to $131,018—and are experiencing strong job growth. While advanced degrees aren’t always required, they can lead to higher earnings. The article also suggests several ways to earn extra money to help finance trade job training.

August 14, 2025 Off

The Encore Career: Rethinking Retirement for a Longer, Fuller Life

By The Admiral Staff

The article discusses the growing trend of “phased retirement,” where individuals gradually transition from full-time work to retirement. Driven by factors like longer lifespans and changes to Social Security, this arrangement allows employees to reduce their hours, switch roles, or work remotely while still contributing and earning income. While 68% of workers over 50 desire this gradual approach, only 36% of employers currently offer it. The article highlights Emory University’s phased retirement program as an example

August 6, 2025 Off

Second Act Learning: Free College for Seniors in Every State

By The Admiral Staff

Many colleges and universities offer reduced or free college courses for senior citizens (typically 60 and up) to encourage continuing education. The availability and specifics of these programs vary significantly by state, ranging from tuition waivers and reduced rates to auditing courses or taking a limited number of credits. While some programs may not offer credit or online options, many do. Additionally, Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes (OLLI) provide non-degree enrichment courses for older adults on college campuses.

July 25, 2025 Off

Smart Career Shift: 15 Steps to a Successful Change

By The Admiral Staff

This article provides a 15-step guide for individuals considering a career change. It emphasizes a strategic, informed approach rather than a risky leap, suggesting steps like clarifying dissatisfaction, auditing transferable skills, researching job options, and networking with people in desired fields. The guide also covers practical considerations such as short-term training, testing roles through freelancing or volunteering, assessing financial impact, and updating professional materials. It encourages tracking progress, seeking feedback, and publicly announcing the career shift to gain momentum and