The old adage, "it's not what you know but who you know" is very true. In today's volatile job market, a college education is not only a prerequisite for some positions, but an expectation of most employers of potential employees. One job applicant might be sharply attired externally, but present with only a high school education or GED; while another applicant might be moderately dressed, but possess a Bachelor's degree from college. To the disappointment of the well dressed individual, the employer (nine times out of ten) will undoubtedly choose the college graduate. This scenario is indicative of the of the challenges job applicants face without a college education.
             I must admit the harsh reality of not having a college education is quite an eye opening experience. It comes as a bit of a shock to realize I could have advanced further in my vocation if I had obtained a Bachelor's degree rather than an Associate's degree from a business college. While it is true that an Associate's degree signifies continuing education hours, it is still not comparable to a Bachelor's degree obtained from an institution of higher learning. I do not want to belittle the Associate's degree I received because I worked extremely hard to achieve it; however, I have made the decision now to pursue a Bachelor's degree. From a subjective point of view, I truly believe this decision will provide immediate and enduring value in my personal as well as my professional life.
             The advantages offered through online classes allows me the flexibility of being able to work full time, be a parent, be a wife, and a student at the same time. I am invigorated by rediscovering how much I really enjoyed learning different things; I am excited about returning to school – opening my mind to new ideas and opportunities. My goal of attaining a Bachelor's degree does not have to be an aspiration &nd...