Technical skills are a must-have for public safety staff. Still, they’re far from the only necessity – these essential roles require individuals who are mentally resilient, emotionally stable, and equipped to handle extreme stress. Mistakes in hiring for these roles can have serious consequences, affecting team efficiency, public trust, and organizational reputation.

The only doctor you expect to come across in the hospital setting is an MD. Nurses can go to get a non-medical doctorate degree, but it takes a significant investment both in money and of their time. Perhaps for these reasons, achieving the highest possible academic degree in nursing is a relatively rare feat. Is it worth all of the struggle? The answer will ultimately depend on what you hope to achieve. Getting a doctorate degree in nursing can open the door to leadership roles. It can also make your resume a lot more competitive if you are interested in a new career path. Does that justify the effort? You’ll have to read on to decide for yourself.

The holidays are often depicted as a time of togetherness, peace, comfort, and joy. While many people experience moments of those idyllic situations throughout the season, a lot of time around the holidays can also be incredibly stressful. A study by the American Psychological Foundation found that 38% of people say their stress increases around the holidays.

Artificial intelligence is advancing at a rapid rate. However, the widespread adoption of AI has raised some serious ethical questions. Many are concerned that AI use will widen income inequality, while others are worried that machine learning algorithms perpetuate existing stigmas and stereotypes. As an entrepreneur, responsibly harnessing AI is in your best interest. A responsible approach to automation can bolster your profits, improve your efficiency, and protect your brand image.

People with graduate degrees can make 20% more than people with just an undergraduate degree. Not only do they earn more but they have better career outlooks. More opportunities. An easier path toward their dream job. Graduate school is a great tool for career advancement. It can also just be very rewarding. Most people enrolling in a graduate program can focus on an aspect of their primary discipline that interests them the most. All of that said, you shouldn’t rush into the decision. In this article, we will take a look at what steps you should take before enrolling in a graduate program.

Graduate programs are great but they are also time-consuming and expensive. One doesn’t just jump thoughtlessly into taking out $50,000 in debt and in healthcare, it isn’t always necessary. If you are a nurse or administrator, you have options when it comes to continuing education. Is enrolling in a graduate program the right move? For some people, the answer will be no. Still, for those who want to upskill at the highest possible level while expanding their opportunities, graduate programs are an awesome fit. In this article, we take a look at how graduate programs effectively upskill and foster leadership in healthcare.

Some teachers are born. Others are made. How can you tell if you have what it takes? Education is a challenging profession that weaves together numerous skills— not the least of which is public speaking. Educators are great communicators, leaders, and organizers. They empathize, instruct, and sometimes even parent their students. In this article, we take a look at what aspects of education hinge on natural talent, and what components of the job are learned skills. Read on to learn more!

Social work is one of those professions that you can’t fully prepare for just through an education. The same way nurses can’t learn what it feels like to watch a patient die and teachers can’t fully understand the immense weight of being responsible for 30 students until they’ve actually done it social workers will never know exactly what the job requires until they are out in the trenches. You can get the credentials through book learning but to be great at the job you also need a strong combination of soft skills and learned abilities. In this article, we take a look at what those talents are and how you can develop them to succeed in your social work career.

Nursing shortages are often attributed to difficult working conditions. Long hours and emotionally draining work certainly aren’t helping anything. However, they aren’t what caused the problem. Experts have been sounding the alarm about nursing shortages for more than 15 years. Why? Because they noticed a startling trend. Nurses were retiring or leaving the profession. Not enough or enrolling in nursing school to replace them. It all starts with the education system. Who is being recruited for nursing programs? How are these decisions being made? What emphasis is the healthcare system placing on upskilling? Nursing educators have the power to encourage a new wave of RNs. They also pass important skills onto the next generation of healthcare workers. In this article, we take a look at why that matters and how it can be used to reduce shortages and increase the amount of skilled healthcare workers.

Traditionally, CEOs were viewed as extroverted financial experts, top networkers, and masters of self-promotion and risk-taking. While these traits remain valuable, modern companies are now seeking leaders who align with 2024’s business expectations — with many traditional business models being replaced with agile, more progressive ways of working. Today’s evolving skill set blends both soft and hard skills, positioning CEOs as visionaries for change rather than just authoritative figures. Understanding these essential new skills is crucial for success as a CEO in this modern landscape. Here, we explore seven of the key skills needed to become a CEO in 2024.