Frank P. Fulco is our “ideal learner.” From his infectious enthusiasm for continuous learning and his wealth of experience, his journey is a goldmine of inspiration for people of all ages! He is the Chief Executive Officer of Cosmetologists Chicago & America’s Beauty Show, a 120-year-old non-profit association. Fulco, 53, comes with over 30 years…

Lenin famously said, “There are decades where nothing happens, and there are weeks where decades happen.” The years between 2020-22 certainly had decades of change packed into them. While everyone grappled to hold on to their staples in a fast-changing world, some chose to play it differently. Emeritus learner Omoyemi Oni was among the latter…

Online education and its advantages/disadvantages was one of the most hotly debated (also online) topics in the post-pandemic world. At Emeritus, when a learner finishes a course with us and recommends it to others, we consider it the highest possible testament to the merits of online education. And we believe that if you want to…

The software development world is constantly changing, which is why programmers are rapidly upgrading their programming skills to be relevant in the industry. Object-oriented programming (OOP) plays a crucial role if you want to remain updated in this field. According to a Zippia report, OOP programmers in the U.S. earn an average salary of around…

Several consumer-facing companies like Netflix, Twitter, and Spotify have excellent apps with smooth user interfaces and user-friendly designs. Even though these apps are all different, they are all built on the Java platform. That is why the role of a Java developer has become a coveted one in the software development industry. Do you want…

Today, if you’re a software professional, understanding what is .Net developer it is important so that you can consider it as a career option. After all, .Net has become crucial to software development. How did it happen? Here’s how: The year is 2002. Microsoft has officially introduced the first version of the .Net framework, a…

Leaders and managers play crucial roles in the success of any organization. While both positions are similar and equally essential, they require distinct skills and approaches to be effective. There is a significant difference between leader and manager; understanding each role’s nuances is necessary to build an effective team and achieve success in a fast-paced…

In his book “Leadership Theory and Practice”, Peter G. Northouse explains how leadership has changed over time. Back in the early 1900s, leadership was described as having the power to compel loyalty, respect, and obedience. In the 21st century, it is compared to team and organizational management. Let’s examine the essential leadership theories and discuss…

Employer branding is significant for businesses because it can have an impact on the company’s reputation and on its ability to recruit and retain top talent. A strong employer brand can make companies more attractive to job seekers, resulting in a less time-consuming recruiting process and a larger pool of qualified candidates. According to a…

According to uSERP’s State of Backlinks 2022 survey, 67.5% of marketers believe content backlinks are important for higher rankings on search engines. However, only 2.2% of content published online has a unique backlink. So, why is there a huge gap between what marketers want and what they get? This is because content marketers generally prioritize…

With 4.76 billion people across the world using social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook, social media has become a vital part of everyone’s life. Digital marketers employ social media marketing to run their campaigns on these platforms, reach target audiences, engage them, and increase brand awareness. Hence, social media marketing has…

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has been an essential aspect of online marketing for over two decades. Over the years, there have been debates about whether SEO is still relevant, with many asking the question, is SEO dead? While some support this claim and believe that SEO is no longer worth the investment, others believe it’s…

One sector that strongly repels the concept of ‘one size fits all’ is education. Over the decades, learners have been forced to adjust to learning or education systems or models which fixate on outcomes and not on the individual growth of students. Of late, the adaptive learning methodology has been reducing such barriers in education.…

Online learning has become increasingly popular in recent years as it provides a convenient and flexible way to enhance your skills and knowledge, as well as keep you up-to-date with the latest developments in your field. While online learning offers excellent opportunities, it can also be a challenge for learners to stay motivated and engaged…

The workplace trends we witness today have irreversibly changed nearly three years on from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. But in the face of strong economic headwinds and ongoing geopolitical disruptions, it’s clear that the new status quo is not static.  As we enter a new year, new approaches to work and retention, as…

There are now more ways than ever to buy products, thanks to technology and the rapid advances it has witnessed. While shopping mediums such as e-commerce, social selling, digital marketplaces, and physical stores, are mainly available for people to use, professionals broadly leverage two marketing strategies—omnichannel and multichannel marketing. Companies decide which marketing approach will…

Internet marketing can offer businesses a cost-effective and targeted way to reach customers, irrespective of geographical location. It has a wide reach and is one of the key reasons that businesses are always on the lookout for candidates who know how to operate in niche markets and serve customers in remote areas. According to a…

High-quality content is at the core of a good marketing strategy. A content marketing manager is primarily responsible for building a company’s overall content strategy by overseeing content production and coordinating workflows. Content is a key component that can enhance search traffic, drive social engagement, improve brand conversions, and, most importantly, build trust with the…

If there’s one field whose ascent has been phenomenal in recent memory, it has to be Artificial Intelligence (AI). Once looked at dubiously for being unethical, AI is revolutionizing industries today by simplifying their workflows, aiding with smart decision-making and repetitive tasks, and enhancing automation. Now, nearly 46% of U.S. consumers consider AI a positive…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving field with the potential to transform how we live and work. The benefits of AI are certainly profound, and they are already impacting several sectors like healthcare and transportation, as well as finance and manufacturing. A recent PwC report states that AI could contribute a whopping $15.7 trillion…

In 2022, Google employee Blake Lemoine hit international headlines when he declared that a Google chatbot had gained sentience. His June 11 blog highlighted the conscious demands of the chatbot ‘LaMDA’ that mimicked reality so closely that it became a point of serious concern. Is AI (Artificial Intelligence) really gaining sentience or, in other words,…

The sexiest job of the 21st century, according to Harvard Business Review (HBR), was that of a data scientist in 2012. After reviewing their claim 10 years later, HBR found that the demand for data scientists has grown even more than anticipated due to the increasing acceptance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the business world.…

Research predicts that the global big data market will reach a staggering $450 billion by 2026. Evidently, along with the rapid growth of technological advancements, data has become a critical resource for business success. However, this data can prove worthless without the expertise of a Business Intelligence (BI) developer who extracts insights and visualizes them…

Data is being generated at an unprecedented rate today, and it has become increasingly difficult to store, process, and analyze this data using traditional methods. Businesses need to make informed and logical decisions by analyzing infinite data streams. This is where big data comes in. It refers to a comprehensive approach that combines Artificial Intelligence…

“The gift in life is to have a learner’s mindset and be curious,” said Lisa Marsh Ryerson, University Provost, Southern New Hampshire University, addressing a rapt audience in Gurgaon, India. The audience comprised the best and brightest of edtech: thinkers, leaders, and innovators. And they had all come together to attend the GSV Emeritus India…

The Emeritus Global Career Impact Survey 2022 — our second — is here. And it highlights that over 90% of the Emeritus learners interviewed have seen a positive impact on their careers and organizations after completing their learning journey. Reinforcing the advantages of online education, the Emeritus Global Impact Survey 2022 covers interviews with 3,916…

The post-pandemic world has led to unprecedented changes in the ways we do business. And with those changes come opportunities for transformation and growth. According to McKinsey & Company, 64% of companies will need to create new digital businesses to remain economically viable in 2023. An additional 21% need to embed new technologies into their…

The world is on the brink of multiple disastrous climate tipping points, a recent study has found—and global corporations and local companies alike are increasingly aware that the time to act is now. Once seen as mere nice-to-haves, climate mitigation and resource use reduction efforts have become a business imperative. Growing consumer attention to companies’…

For many companies, the 2023 labor market presents a paradox. Despite concerns about fears of a recession and highly publicized layoffs across the tech sector, hiring remains challenging in many industries, with a U.S. unemployment rate of just 3.4% in January 2023. The market is particularly tight for employees with in-demand skills like cybersecurity and…

At the outset of 2023, one thing has become clear to organizational leaders: the only constant is change. While the disruptions caused by COVID-19 have slowed, new challenges stemming from inflation, supply chain issues, and a potential recession on the horizon will play a major role this year. We recently spoke with five leaders in…