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- 鈥淚t Felt Like Home鈥: How 棉花糖直播鈥檚 Paralegal Certificate Launched Lauren Berry鈥檚 Legal Career When Lauren Berry arrived on 棉花糖直播鈥檚 campus to study as part of the Fall 2023 cohort of the Paralegal Professional Certificate Program, she brought a standard five-subject notebook for class. As the program continued through the semester, covering 15 topics over just a few months, Lauren鈥檚 notebook slowly filled with all the knowledge she absorbed day after day. Now as she continues her path in the legal field, as a paralegal hopeful to attend law school and with aspirations to reach the top of the industry, her notebook is always nearby 鈥 a resource to remind her of the foundation of knowledge she鈥檚 built for a budding legal career.
- The Power of Design Thinking in Problem-Solving January 13, 2025 - The top-down problem-solving approach is outdated. Linear, hierarchical paths handed down by leadership often miss the mark when solving challenges and thinking through projects. Design thinking - a dynamic shift in problem-solving - puts the user at the center of the process. It鈥檚 a game-changer for businesses and organizations seeking to create meaningful solutions to complex challenges.
- From Resistance to Embrace January 10, 2025 - Change and taxes are often said to be the only constant in life. Yet, despite our daily exposure to change, organizations continue to struggle with transformation initiatives. Research has consistently shown that up to 70% of change programs fail to achieve their goals. The missing link? A deep understanding of the psychology behind change resistance and the tools to transform that resistance into enthusiasm.
- What is a BIS Degree?: Exploring Your Options in CPS September 18, 2024 - The different types of bachelor's degrees offered by an institution can be one of the sources of uncertainty. Traditional undergraduates are often choosing between a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS), dictated by their choice of major. The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) offers non-traditional students in the College of Professional Studies (CPS) a more flexible option, tailored for their needs.
- Building Project Success December 20, 2024 - More than just a tool for efficiency, project management is a strategic driver of business outcomes. By ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the desired quality standards, project managers play a critical role in organizational success. As companies increasingly recognize the value of structured project delivery and efficient resource utilization, skilled project managers have become indispensable assets in the modern workplace.
- The Role of HR December 16, 2024 - The human resources department plays a pivotal role in attracting, retaining and developing top talent. A truly successful organization will focus on employee experience and implement strategic HR initiatives to foster a positive work culture, enhance productivity and achieve sustainable growth.
- The Transformational Leader December 3, 2024 - The modern workplace demands leaders who can do more than manage tasks - it needs visionaries who can inspire transformation, drive innovation and nurture the next generation of talent. In today's professional climate, the ability to lead transformational change with high-performing teams has become more valuable than ever.
- Lean Six Sigma 101 November 18, 2024 - Lean Six Sigma is a continuous improvement methodology that combines two established strategies: Lean and Six Sigma. These methods create a comprehensive framework that drives organizations toward streamlined processes, reducing costs and increasing customer satisfaction, among other benefits.
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