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Alicia Hahn

Alicia Hahn

Alicia Hahn is a personal finance writer and editor who specializes in student loans, credit cards, and consumer debt. She's previously worked with companies such as Student Loan Hero, LendingTree, and FinanceBuzz. When she's not helping people manage their money, she's baking, swimming, or doing a crossword puzzle.

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How to Determine Your Career’s Financial Fit — and Why It Matters

You’ve probably heard a version of this advice before: Do what you love and success will follow. While that’s certainly ...

Begin Your Research on Education and Training Programs

After you’ve narrowed down your career path and come to a decision, the real research can begin! 

7 Smart Strategies to Find and Apply to Jobs

Once the time comes to start applying for jobs, you should have a good sense of the type of work you’re looking for. But...

How to Narrow Down Your Career Path

While some people are lucky enough to know their “dream job” from a young age, most students will probably have some tro...

Consider These Funding Options to Pay for Your Education and Training

Hopefully, you have an idea of what your next step will be after high school graduation. And if you plan to attend a uni...

Outline Your Career Path Today to Stay on Track Later

Now that you’ve hopefully narrowed down your potential careers to just a few options, it’s time to start creating a road...

How Work-Based Learning Can Help You Explore Career Fit

You take a new car for a spin before buying it, and you test out a mattress before making a decision — why shouldn’t you...

Why Labor Market Data Should Be Part of Your Career Research

It can be difficult to start your future career search, especially if you don’t have a strong sense of what types of job...

How Your Interests, Skills, and Values Should Match Your Future Career

You’ve learned why self-assessment is so valuable before you choose a career — now it’s time to put it into action. 

Why Self-Assessment Is Vital Before You Graduate

When it comes to choosing a career, plenty of people don’t get it right the first time. While dramatically shifting prof...

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