The traditional four-year degree is losing its economic edge, and most people haven't noticed. Drawing on labor data, employer interviews, and career outcomes research, we analyze why the “degree premium” is collapsing and what replaces it. This episode blends economics, hiring psychology, and practical career strategy to show who benefits from degrees, who should pivot to alternative credentials, and how to avoid the credential-collector trap.

What We'll Discuss:
- 🔍 Why the degree premium is eroding
- 💼 Skills-based hiring vs. pedigree
- 🚀 Four career types and strategies
- 📈 How to evaluate education ROI
- 🧩 Building proof-of-work portfolios
- ⚠️ Avoiding credential-collector pitfalls

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The Degree Bubble: Your Career's Hidden Opportunity

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