Do something for you, now that your kids are grown
June 16, 2011
Becoming an active member of the work force after taking time off to raise your children is one way to prove to your kids - and yourself - that you've still got it. It 's time to break out the notebooks, pencils, calculators and your thinking cap to give going back to school later in life a real chance. The thought of heading back to class may seem overwhelming, but the knowledge you already have from your life experiences will only aid you in your new journey to the top.
Thanks to advances in today's technology, you're now able to attend college from the comfort of your computer desk. By earning your associate's degree or your bachelor's degree online, you'll be able to find a major you really like and still be able to hold down a job at the same time. As a parent, going back to school is a struggle and many colleges and aid programs understand this. In return, some schools offer many scholarships for parents and even financial aid specifically for moms. These opportunities only come around once, so now is your time to shine.
After raising your children, you'll want to stay busy, which may make you a perfect candidate to go back to school to earn your marketing degree. After all, you've been marketing healthy food, manners and reasons for doing homework for quite some time while teaching your kids valuable life lessons.
As a marketing professional, you'll be responsible for finding creative and innovative ways to sell products. This can range from promoting health insurance and phone companies to make up and perfume, depending on your specific outlet. This fast-paced job will keep you on your toes and keep your mind sharp as you'll need to constantly brainstorm ideas for new products. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, to work in this industry, you should go for a degree in business administration, with a focus on marketing. Many of your courses may include business law, management, economics, accounting, finance, mathematics and even journalism if you think you'd like a career in public relations.
Whatever path you decide is right for you will give you the knowledge to take the next big step in your future. Think about your goals and what you want to achieve out of your life and bring those ideas to life by going back to school to earn your degree.
