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10 Million Reasons for Work and Career Readiness Education
Blog from JA USA
By Jack E. Kosakowski, President & CEO of Junior Achievement USA
Corporate Responsibility
Recently, and for the first time, the number of job openings in the United States exceeded 10 million, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary (JOLTS) Report. At the same time, there are more than 7 million who are eligible to work but who are...
Inflation, Scarcity, and Teachable Moments
Blog from JA USA
By Jack E. Kosakowski, President & CEO of Junior Achievement USA
Financial Literacy
Most Americans under the age of 40 are experiencing something they haven’t before; inflation. With the exception of a brief period at the beginning of the Great Recession in 2008, inflation has been restrained for nearly four decades. That means prices rising at a pronounced rate in a short amount of time is a new experience for many Millennials and members of Generation...
Why Work Needs Meaning
Blog from JA USA
By Jack E. Kosakowski
Corporate Responsibility
Much has been made in recent months about “The Great Resignation,” the tendency of young workers, primarily Millennials and Generation Z, to quit their jobs to pursue higher-paying, higher growth...
The Payoff Behind Time Management
Blog from JA USA
By Hannah Henry
Work Readiness
From the start of life, we learn how to prioritize daily events. From waking up to dinner time to bedtime, we become accustomed to routines. Time management, or what some may say “personal management,” follows the same guidelines, only we adjust our day to fit the non-routine elements better. While this soft skill benefits children of all ages in their learning, it has the long-term impact of...
National Financial Awareness Day
By Mazi Stem, Content Specialist Intern
Financial Literacy
We all know that money is incredibly important in day-to-day life. As part of National Financial Awareness Day, we’re highlighting Junior Achievement’s focus on the importance of teaching our young people about money management With this foundation, they can grow up to be financially successful adults. National Financial Awareness Day shines a light on how money works in the global...
Qualities and Skills that Transfer to Entrepreneurial Success
Blog from JA USA
By Hannah Henry
Entrepreneurship
Every parent wants their child to succeed. To find their "niche" where their personality and skills will pay off in the long run. Fortunately, there is a professional space that is full of possibility and innovation for...
2020-2021 School Year Impact
By Michel'le Cathey, Experience Facilitator
Community Involvement
Despite a challenging year, YOU helped prepare 13,038 students for future success in the...
56 years and growing
By Mazi Stem, Content Specialist - Intern
Community Involvement
On July 2, 2021, Junior Achievement of the Triad is turning 56 years old! Take the journey with us as we look back on all that JA of the Triad has...
We're Hiring - Volunteer Coordinator
By Michel'le Cathey, Experience Facilitator
Corporate Responsibility
We're hiring for the part-time position of Volunteer Coordinator. Please send your resume and cover letter to...
We're Hiring - Content Facilitator
By Michel'le Cathey, Experience Facilitator
Corporate Responsibility
Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to...
