Thinking Ahead: Paying for College and Staying Out of Debt

A podcast with those new to "adulting" in mind, with a focus on planning for college, paying for college, and keeping your finances straight while getting through college and your post-college life.

Thinking Ahead: Paying for College and Staying Out of Debt is a education podcast hosted by Rinaldo, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Rinaldo hosts Thinking Ahead: Paying for College and Staying Out of Debt, a education show with 26 episodes published.

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  Episode #26

  Lessons Learned from Student Loans

  Aug 16, 202632 minS2

  Can anything good come from college loans? The short answer: not really. The deeper answer: It depends. Some educations end up giving boons, while some debts only grow deeper. However, I’ve decided to take those lemons, sort ‘em out, and sell them to the Coca Cola Corporation for that lemony zest flavor in Sprite. In other words, here are some lessons that I’ve learned, and am still learning, thanks (and no thanks) to my student loans. #LifeLessons #ItsAHardKnockLife #StudentDebt #StudentLoans “LoFi Ambiental Music For Study” Music by DailyJourney2023 from Pixabay “We Were So Young | Lo-fi Music” Music by Kontraa from Pixabay “Sakura” Music by FASSounds from Pixabay “Melodic Type Beat” Music by Tunetank from Pixabay Questions? Comments? Suggestions? I want to hear from you!

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  Episode #25

  College Alternative: Apprenticeships (Mikey S Interview)

  Jul 28, 202639 minS2

  When you hear the word “apprentice” you probably think of a Victorian English blacksmith assistant that would make any proponent of Child Labor Laws cringe… or you’re thinking of Mickey Mouse wearing a magician’s hat and creating a mess. I’m hear to tell you that apprenticeships are alive and well, and not only do they pay and train you on the job, but it can lead to a satisfying career. Today I interview a professional who went through both the college and an apprenticeship, and why an apprenticeship might be the right career path for you. #Apprenticeship #WizardHatNotIncluded “LoFi Ambiental Music For Study” Music by DailyJourney2023 from Pixabay “We Were So Young | Lo-fi Music” Music by Kontraa from Pixabay “Sakura” Music by FASSounds from Pixabay “Melodic Type Beat” Music by Tunetank from Pixabay Sources: https://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/apprenticeship-programs/ (Specifically Florida) https://www.apprenticeship.gov/ https://tradeschooldudes.com/apprenticeships-vs-college-lifetime-earnings-comparison/ https://www.ajactraining.org/programs/youth/internship-or-apprenticeship/ (Specifically for Washington State) Questions? Comments? Suggestions? I want to hear from you!

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  Episode #24

  What If I'm Not Happy? (Episode 24)

  Jun 16, 202624 minS1

  You have the degree. You have the job. The struggle of getting to this point is over. So why aren’t you happy? In this episode, I delve into my personal thoughts and experience over why reaching a finish line doesn’t mean you’re finished, and the mindset shift you can focus on instead. #HappinessIsNotAFishYouCanCatch #LifeIsAProcess Helpful Materials: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/purpose/202407/why-is-happiness-so-elusive https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mindfulness-insights/202503/the-overlooked-and-misunderstood-arrival-fallacy Music by NEST-BEATZ Official from Pixabay Music by Aliabbas Abasov from Pixabay Music by OctoSound from Pixabay Questions? Comments? Suggestions? I want to hear from you!

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  Episode #23

  Is Grad School Worth It? (Episode 23)

  May 30, 202624 minS1

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>So you’ve finally got you’re undergraduate degree! You’ve taken off the pull-ups because Mommy WOW, you’re a big kid now! But wait, there’s the possibility of going further. Pushing your degree to the next level. Maybe even taking it TERMINAL (or the highest degree based on the latin terminus which means “the end”)!</p><p>But is that necessary? Today, let’s dive into some of the reasons you should and should NOT attend graduate school. </p><p><b>WORKSHEET: Future Vision</b></p><p>#GraduateStudies #MyGodLookAtTheSizeOfThatDebt</p><p> </p><p><b>Sour...

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  Episode #22

  Community College Vs. Traditional University

  May 14, 202630 minS1

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Community College… far from being just the basis for a hit TV show with quirky characters, it is often a great way to get your foot into the door and make affordable and actionable changes to your life. In today’s episode, I discuss the difference between the state university systems and community colleges, and how you can potentially leverage both to achieve your goals quicker. </p><p> </p><p><b>Sources:</b></p><p><b>https://irsc.edu/search-programs/</b><b> (</b>Indian River State College Programs)</p><p>https://rose.edu/progra...

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