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If you’re looking for inspiration to recharge your career, look no farther than Apolo Ohno’s 1500 meter Olympic performance. At 27, an age considered long in the tooth for a speedskater, Ohno not only won a silver medal, he proved he’s just as competitive as his younger rivals.

In the current economy, many seasoned employees are finding their careers plateaued or their job prospects slimming as they face stiff competition in the workplace. Here are four strategies that contributed to Apolo Ohno’s recent success and how you can apply them to your career.

Commit yourself. Ohno purposefully committed to a third Olympics because of his love for the sport, the Vancouver location, and his personal passion for excellence. That commitment fueled his drive forward through good days and bad.  Read more...

According to the U.S. Department of Education, if you’re between 25-34 years old with a bachelor’s degree, you earn 55% more than a peer with a high school diploma or equivalent.  

If you’re between 25-34,  that’s a pretty motivating reason to finish your undergraduate degree. If you’re in an (ahem) older age bracket  - there’s not a moment to lose!

If you are employed, consider a non-traditional undergraduate degree  programs. Not only are they structured for working adults, many programs give academic credit for their students’ previous and existing  knowledge and experience.

You could complete your degree sooner than you think, if your background and experience qualify for credit.  Requirements vary from School to School; compare them carefully to select the one that is right for you.

Ask about these four sources of academic credit when you speak with School admissions counselors.     Read more...