Degree Free

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Degree Free episodes

February 05, 2025 Ask Ryan and Hannah: How to Help Your Child Pursue Illustration Without an Art Degree (DF#186)
Join us as we tackle a concerned mother's question about her daughter's career aspirations in art.
The discussion emphasizes the importance of considering one's needs and goals before choosing a career path, offering guidance on exploring alternative options, and making informed decisions.
What You’ll Learn:
- Distinguishing between passion and interest in choosing a career path
- Addressing needs such as income, schedule, location, and work environment before focusing on interests
- Exploring cost-effective paths to success in art without accruing significant student loan debt
- Seeking validation through sales or publication in the creative industry
- Building a career as an artist while maintaining financial stability
The Degree Free Podcast provides practical advice on navigating career choices and supporting artistic aspirations while considering financial implications.
Tune in for valuable insights and resources to help make informed decisions on education and career paths.
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.com/launch/
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.com/
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.com/ and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.com/book/
44 min
January 29, 2025 How to Conquer Graduation Anxiety with The 5 Degree Free Pathways (DF#185)
Join us as we dive into the pressure parents and young adults face when it comes to graduation and college decisions.
We explore The 5 Degree Free Pathways as alternatives, such as getting a job, on-the-job training, earning certifications, starting a business, and learning a skill.
What You’ll Learn:
- The benefits of gaining work experience or going through an apprenticeship
- Highlighting lower cost and higher market value wages for high school graduates compared to college graduates
- Importance of certifications and licenses, including examples from big tech companies and national bodies
- Different pathways young adults can take to secure a financially successful future
- Prioritizing certifications, learning skills, and customized career curriculums for success in the job market
Discover the advantage of exploring non-traditional pathways to success in education and career.
Learn how to build a successful future by acquiring valuable skills and certifications.
Stay tuned for resources to help young adults navigate a Degree Free lifestyle.
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.com/launch/
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.com/
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.com/ and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.com/book/
49 min
January 22, 2025 Building A Million Dollar Business The Degree Free Way with Samuel Ross (DF#184)
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Samuel Ross, a successful entrepreneur who found his path to success as a Degree Free individual.
Get ready to be motivated and learn valuable lessons from his story.
What You’ll Learn:
- The journey of exploring different career paths and eventually finding success in sales and entrepreneurship.
- The importance of taking risks, being resourceful, and persevering through challenges in pursuit of your goals.
- Insights into starting a business, overcoming setbacks, and making decisions without permission.
- Advice on exploring alternative paths to success and pushing through tough times to achieve your dreams.
Join us on this incredible journey of resilience, risk-taking, and entrepreneurship.
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or seeking motivation to pursue your goals, Samuel's story will inspire you to keep going and never give up.
Stay tuned for more episodes on the Degree Free Podcast!
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.com/launch/
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.com/
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.com/ and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.com/book/
50 min
January 15, 2025 How To Help Your Child Be Degree Free in 2025 (DF#183)
Join us in this eye-opening episode, where we explore how parents can guide their children towards success The Degree Free Way in 2025.
Explore alternative options such as vocational programs, certifications, and boot camps for various fields.
What You’ll Learn:
- Learn the step-by-step approach outlined in our workbook to help young adults identify career goals, explore job options, and make informed decisions.
- Understand the importance of letting young adults express their thoughts and goals without interruption, and aligning their needs with career aspirations.
- Discover the value of Vocational Creativity™, redefining success on an individual level, and supporting your child's unique goals and aspirations.
- Utilize resources and constraints to guide decision-making and explore career options effectively with The Degree Free Way.
Don't miss out on valuable insights and strategies for navigating education and career choices in a personalized and strategic manner.
Tune in to the Degree Free Podcast to empower the next generation for success!
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.com/launch/
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.com/
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.com/ and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.com/book
23 min
January 13, 2025 The Future of Education & the Workforce: 12 Predictions for 2025 (DF#182)
Join us in this insightful episode as we discuss our predictions for 2025.
From the growth of AI to the mainstream adoption of the Degree Free movement, get ready for an engaging conversation.
What You’ll Learn:
- The continued growth of AI and its benefits for young adults in daily tasks
- Predictions on mainstream adoption of the Degree Free movement
- The shift towards entrepreneurship and workforce readiness among Gen Z and the impact on college education
- The idea of removing degree requirements for certain professions and focusing on licensing exams instead
- Predictions for an economic boom driven by Gen Z entrepreneurship and changing perspectives on education by 2025
Stay tuned for more conversations on the impact of AI, education, and the future of work on Degree Free Podcast.
Let's make 2025 a year of positive changes and opportunities for all Degree Free individuals.
Until next time!
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.com/launch/
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.com/
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.co/question and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.com/book/
51 min
January 03, 2025 From AI to Healthcare: Grading Our 6 Predictions for 2024 (DF#181)
Join us as we review our predictions from 2024 in the realm of AI utilization and the shift toward eliminating degree requirements for jobs.
Discover how 16 states have already removed degree prerequisites for state positions.
What You’ll Learn:
- Explore the success stories of companies like Canva, which have witnessed a surge in applicants after ditching degree requirements and adopting a skill-based promotion system.
- Gain insights into the importance of widening the talent pool by removing unnecessary barriers in job application processes.
- Get a glimpse of the changing landscape of skill evaluation in companies, emphasizing skills over degrees and predicting a transformation in job search procedures within the next 5 years.
- Uncover the potential impact of AI and the rise of Degree Free alternatives in various sectors by 2025, bridging skill gaps and fostering innovation.
- Delve into the trend of down credentialing in key sectors like medicine, technology, and teaching, paving the way for alternative teacher certification programs to address talent shortages.
Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation as we forecast the future of job requirements, skill evaluation, and industry trends.
Reflect on the progress made in 2024 and anticipate the exciting developments ahead in 2025.
Tune in to the Degree Free Podcast for more thought-provoking discussions on education, employment, and the evolving job market.
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.co/launch
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.co
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.co/question and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.co/book
28 min
December 27, 2024 How to Build Your Career The Degree Free Way and What We Learned in 2024 (DF#180)
Join us as we discuss the importance of decision-making throughout life.
Reflecting on interviews from 2024, we share key lessons on leveraging skills, the impact of first-career jobs, and the value of experience and mentorship without a traditional college degree.
What You’ll Learn:
- Leveraging existing skills when transitioning to new industries
- The impact of first career job on future success
- Value of experience and learning from mentors in the workplace without a college degree
- Importance of persistence and building skills for job security
Explore stories of guests who pursued different paths without degrees, highlighting the importance of informed decision-making.
Take control of your learning and career paths with available resources for self-improvement.
Make informed decisions to avoid debt and pursue passions.
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.co/launch
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.co
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.co/question and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.co/book
48 min
December 19, 2024 How to Support Your Young Adult in Breaking Free from the College Grind (DF#179)
Join us as we challenge the common belief that a college education is the only path to success.
We explore alternative and cost-effective ways to gain valuable skills and knowledge.
We discuss the struggles of a young adult feeling stuck in college and unsure of their career path.
What You'll Learn:
- The trap of endless college and the importance of learning through failure and taking risks to develop real skills.
- The issue of accumulating student debt without a clear direction and the need for finding alternative learning paths with real-world skills.
- Finding work environments that match preferences and needs, exploring career paths with flexibility and location independence, and the Degree Free Way to support young adults and parents in choosing non-traditional learning paths.
Join us in understanding the valuable alternatives to traditional college education, helping young adults make informed choices for their future.
It's time to break free from the fear of failure and debt by exploring new learning paths and career opportunities.
Don't miss out on this enlightening episode of Degree Free Podcast!
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.co/launch
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.co
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.co/question and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.co/book
21 min
December 17, 2024 Ask Ryan and Hannah: Vocational Creativity™ in the Creative Production Field (DF#178)
Join us as we tackle the question of whether a college degree is necessary for a career in production.
We discuss the importance of gaining practical experience and building a portfolio in the industry, emphasizing the value of networking and starting in entry-level positions.
What You’ll Learn:
- The importance of focusing on practical skills and experience rather than solely relying on a college degree
- Using available tools like smartphones and apps to start building a portfolio and gaining experience early on
- Advising against attending art school without a portfolio or clear career goals
- Prioritizing needs and wants in a job to find a suitable career path
- Using the Degree Free Way to identify potential jobs that align with one's goals
Join us as we challenge the idea that a college degree guarantees success and encourage listeners to prioritize real-world experience and networking.
Make informed decisions about your career path and learn how to thrive in the art production industry.
Tune in to the Degree Free Podcast now!
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.co/launch
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.co
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.co/question and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.co/book
27 min
December 13, 2024 Challenging the College Narrative: What Education Should Really Be (DF#177)
Join us for this thought-provoking episode, where we challenge the myths surrounding college education and debunk 7 myths about college based on an article from the LA Times.
Explore why traditional learning may not equate to intellectual depth and the limitations of a college degree in today's job market.
What You’ll Learn:
- Critique of the value of college in personal growth and career discovery.
- Importance of developing practical skills and gaining experience over relying solely on traditional college programs.
- Exploration of high-paying job opportunities without a four-year degree.
- Debunking misconceptions about non-college routes and the necessity of a college degree.
Dive into the conversation on education, career paths, and the evolving job market landscape.
Whether you're a recent high school graduate or considering a career change, this episode offers valuable insights to guide your decision-making process.
Stay tuned for more eye-opening discussions on the Degree Free Podcast!
Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?
Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.co/launch
To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.co
Your questions, answered on air!
Head over to https://ask.degreefree.co/question and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!
Want to help your 16-20 year old build the life they want without wasting 5 and half years and going into crippling student debt?
Get your copy of "The Degree Free Way" workbook!
Guide your 16-20 year old to jobs that help them reach their goals. All while saving time and money.
Discover personalized career options and clear direction with this comprehensive workbook set.
Get "The Degree Free Way" Workbook here → https://degreefree.co/book
37 min

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Welcome to Degree Free! It’s our job to share fundamentals we’ve discovered and the mistakes we’ve made while self educating, getting work, building businesses, and making money.

We’ll tell…