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When you are looking for employment, you are selling a product — yourself. 

by Joshua Hudson

 Looking for a job is a full-time business. Like business, you need to understand your product, your potential clients and have a strategy to get those clients to buy. So remember the story of “the man and his mule.”

A very poor farmer was forced to sell his five mules for $20 each. An entrepreneurial young man took out a loan and bought all the mules for $100. He then put a sign, “Pack animals – $100 each” outside his barn. He sold all five of them within the week. 

The poor farmer, clearly upset that he hadn’t earned the same profits, asked, “How did you sell those mules for $100 each? They weren’t worth more than the $20 I sold them to you for.” Please click here to continue reading the article

The great thing about Harrison College is that during your last quarter you will take a Career Development course that prepares our graduates how to sell themselves during an interview. With the career development assistance, I believe that they give us military spouses the tools that we need to get the position we are applying for.

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Ever wonder why colleges use advertising? Isn't it easy to pick the right college?

Find one you’ve heard about; go through admissions; and begin your collegiate career... Right?

Well it’s not that easy. It’s been reported that 1 in 4 college freshmen will drop-out of college before completing their freshman year. Why is this you might ask? Most of the time students drop out because they started off at the wrong institution in the first place. That’s why is so important that institutions like Harrison College advertise and inform prospective students about their benefits. 

So what are some of the benefits about Harrison College that we want to message out?

A Long History. In a world where many claim to be an expert, it’s comforting to know about a school that’s truly been a leader for more than 100 years.

Personal Support. We work with students one on one to help them reach their goals, from choosing a field of study to providing Career Development Assistance
 

Financial Aid. We’ll help devise the best plan to finance education – almost all

Harrison College students receive some form of college tuition assistance.

A Variety of Studies. We offer more than 30 programs in a wide variety of career fields in

business, criminal justice, health sciences, information technology and veterinary technology training.

Those interested in culinary arts or hospitality may learn at The Chef’s Academy.

Smart Choices. We develop our programs based on input from business leaders and research of industry growth trends to ensure that they offer strong career potential.

Career-Focused Degrees. Classes will center on selected areas of studies, period.

It’s all students need – and only what they need – to get the job they want.

Day, Evening & Online Classes. Students can enjoy flexible class schedule, including the ability to combine a distance learning college with varying levels of face-to-face, in-class instruction. Part-time and full-time study options offer even more convenience.

Multiple Campuses. We’ve strategically located our campuses to make it a reasonable commute for most anyone.

Lifetime Employment Assistance. We’re with our students every step of the way, providing guidance on writing cover letters, building resumes, interviewing, and starting great careers.

 
These attributes just name a few reasons why we advertise about the great opportunities that come with being a part of Harrison College.

 

Check out one of our commercials to see how we advertised our Long History attribute!

At one time or another, I think that many of us suffer from what I like to call “professional vertigo.”




Vertigo is a condition often associated with a sensation of dizziness, confusion and a disoriented state of mind. In the ever changing world that we call “business,” it is not uncommon for our jobs to cause these same sensations. I started thinking about all of the different businesses having to make staffing changes during the economic downturn. 


If asked, I believe that admissions teams at many of the Indiana accredited colleges, would agree that adult education programs have seen an increase in enrollments due to professional vertigo.
 

Jackie Griffith, Admissions Representative at Harrison College and graduate of Indiana Business College, explains it like this, “As the economy changes, so do the jobs. In order to stay employed or perhaps find a new job, people are finding it necessary to go back to school to earn a college degree or update a degree earned years before.”
 

“So many of the adult students I meet with are in need of some type of career development assistance because they now find themselves with new responsibilities in their current job or in need of finding a new career position,” adds Gina Pate, Director of Admissions at the Harrison College Columbus Indiana college campus.
 

Griffith is quick to add, “Those I talk with seem to understand that the key to surviving this economy is the ability to adapt and evolve. They know that in order to stay successful or to be successful in a new career, finding a college for working adults is the best way to have a competitive edge.”
 

If you find yourself suffering from professional vertigo, take a deep breath, relax and call Harrison College. Offering degrees in Health Care Management to Fashion Merchandising courses—from Criminal Justice to Veterinary Technology training—Harrison College has something for everyone!
 

Really understanding what someone is saying to you is VERY important.

Many years ago, my sister was driving my niece, Kenan, to school and her son, Andrew, who was about 4 years old at the time, was along for the ride. Halloween was coming up and the conversation revolved around the costumes the kids would be wearing.

Andrew yelled from the backseat, “Sissy, what are you going to be for trick or treat?” “A ballerina,” she answered from the front seat. “What,” he asked horrified, “a javelina?” (Pronounced Have-A-Leena) His little face contorted in a frown.

My sister just laughed and laughed. You see, this is a ballerina.

And this is a javelina—a wild, vicious, pig-like animal that is widely hunted in their home state of Texas.

No wonder Andrew was freaked out—he simply misunderstood what had been said.

A misunderstanding—be it an actual word being heard wrong or an idea or instruction not being fully understood—can easily turn what should be an exciting and enjoyable experience into something stressful and frustrating.

Working for Harrison College, an Indiana accredited college; I have talked with many students who did not have positive experiences with the first college they attended. In fact, this is not uncommon with students enrolled in adult education programs and students (and their parents) attending college right out of high school. Not understanding financial aid, transfer of credits, or even attendance policies can turn a positive educational experience into a negative experience that could tarnish the rest of the student’s time in school.

 

Every student has rights. One right is to understand all aspects of their college experience. Use your student handbook as your guide and listen with an open mind. Remember, there are no stupid questions—only stupid misunderstandings.


Students at Harrison College experience a level of customer service seen in few colleges. This level of service can be found from the Harrison College Elkhart college campus to the Evansville college campus and even at our distance learning college virtual campus. You see, service increases understanding and communication between the college and our students. It's not just a matter of "business" for us--It is part of our culture and who we are.


If you want service and understanding to be a part of your college experience, I invite you to contact the Harrison College campus nearest you. Don't live near a Harrison College campus? No problem--our online campus may be the best choice for you.

Across Indiana students began returning to classes this past week. As I ran from school to school with my children--making sure we hit every open house, all I could think was—Is it possible that summer has gone by so quickly?

 

While touring the school with my son who is starting 8th grade this year, I met Carrie. Carrie is a Student Coordinator for the Twenty-first Century Scholars program.  The program started in 1990 as a way to encourage students from low to moderate-income families to pursue a college education.  Students who qualify and complete the Twenty-first Century Scholars Program receive financial assistance to pay for or help pay for tuition costs when they enter college. Enrollment in the program is open to students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.

Eligibility is based on household income at the time when the enrollment form is completed. As a Twenty-first Century Scholar, the student makes a pledge to do the following things:
 

• Graduate with an Indiana High School Diploma from a charter school, freeway school or other Indiana school recognized by the Indiana Department of Education

• Achieve a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale

• Not to use illegal drugs or alcohol, or to commit a crime

• Apply for admission to an eligible Indiana college, university or proprietary institution as a high school senior

• Apply on time for state and federal student financial aid

Harrison College is recognized by the Indiana Department of Education and works every year with students participating in the Twenty-first Century Scholar Program. You will still find us on the list of Eligible Indiana Colleges, Universities and Proprietary Schools as Indiana Business College.


To find out if your child qualifies, visit the State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana page for full details. If you would like to speak with someone near you about the program or if you would like to complete an enrollment form, click here to see the contact information for your local Support Site.
 

Twenty-first Century Scholars are currently pursuing degrees in medical assistant, veterinary technology, criminal justice, and business management. Past Scholars are already working in help desk careers and business marketing careers. Don't put off enrolling in this program any longer. The ten minutes you spend now completing the enrollemnt form could save you thousands of dollars when your child is ready to go to college.

Earlier this week, I went to the Indiana State Fair and had the opportunity to be a part of the Harrison College booth. What fun that was! I was excited to talk with people from all over the state as they stopped by to see who we are and what we are all about. While we were talking I began to see that there were a few questions that seemed to be the most common.


So, here are the top 5 Questions Asked at the Indiana State Fair!

Q:  “Where is Harrison College located?”


A:  Harrison College is everywhere! We are as close as next door throughout Indiana in Elkhart, Muncie, Anderson, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Columbus, Terre Haute, Evansville, and Lafayette. We are excited about our newest campus in Columbus, Ohio—the first ground-campus we have outside of the state of Indiana. And we are available INTERNATIONALLY via our distance learning college. Many people have known about us for 107 years—but they knew us by the name Indiana Business College—and as you can see, we are not just in Indiana anymore.
 

Q:  “What kinds of degrees do you offer?”


A:  Many people are surprised that we offer both Associate and Bachelors degrees. We offer high quality instruction in small classes or via online college courses. Our students earn degrees in Accounting, Business Marketing, Business Management, Criminal Justice, Vet Tech, Medical Assistant, Network Administration, and Massage Therapy just to name a few. For a complete list, just click here.
 

Q:  “Will my credits transfer to Harrison College?”


A:  They may! Just like all colleges, we would have to review your credits to see if the course you have completed covered the same material as the courses we teach. We will also look to see if you had the required grade for credits to transfer and that the credits are not over 10 years old. Now, here is where we differ from other colleges—we do this HAPPILY!
 

Q:  “Is Harrison College accredited?”


A:  YES! We are nationally accredited through Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and recognized by the Career College Association (CCA).
 

Q:  “Do you have any student like me?”


A: YES!  I always want to laugh when someone asks me this because that was maybe the biggest question that I had when I enrolled at Indiana Business College at almost 30 years old. It really doesn’t matter what age you are, if you have a high school diploma or a GED, if you work full time and have a family or if you are enrolling right out of high school—THERE ARE PEOPLE JUST LIKE YOU ATTENDING HARRISON COLLEGE!
 

Have you ever noticed how easily priorities can shift? Many of the priorities that make life so unpredictable are often pretty short-term.  For many years I lived with few long-term priorities.  Everything was based on how immediate the need or the need for a result. It wasn’t until I was nearing 30 when I realized that I wouldn’t get very far in life if I didn’t set my sights in the future and define my long-term priority as a GOAL.
 

For many adult education program students, earning a college degree is a goal that is often made more difficult by the short-term priorities.  After all, adult students often carry more responsibilities in day-to-day life. Here are some of my personal tips on making it to your goal of a college degree.
 

Harrison College is proud to announce the addition of the Human Resources Degree program at the Columbus Indiana college campus. Enrollments are being accepted now for the September 28, 2009 quarter start. This Associate Degree program is designed to train students in various key processes and services for careers in Human Resources departments.

Although new to the Columbus, IN campus, the Human Resources Associate Degree program has experienced success at six campuses across the state and nationally via Harrison College Online, a distance learning college.
 

As with all degree programs at Harrison College, graduates of the Human Resources Program will be provided with career placement assistance and will also qualify for our tuition freeze program which allows for a student’s tuition to remain the same throughout the completion of their degree with Harrison College. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
 

The goal of Harrison College is to train students in preparation for today’s jobs. This means making efficient use of student’s valuable time by training on state-of-the-art equipment as well as receiving quality education from instructors with experience in the field. It also means students receive the proper training to secure employment in the shortest time possible.
 

Harrison College is a nationally accredited institution dedicated to excellence in higher learning.  With a concentration on career-focused education, the college grants Associate and Bachelor Degrees. Students may earn a degree by attending one of 12 campuses throughout Indiana, or the newest campus located in Columbus, Ohio, by taking classes 100% online, or a combination of classroom and online learning. Students may choose degrees from the Schools of Business, Criminal Justice, Health Sciences, Information Technology, and Veterinary Technology as well as the college’s culinary division, The Chef’s Academy. Harrison College, formerly Indiana Business College was founded in 1902.

Hello everyone. It has been a great year for the Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration. Today is the final day of the Summer Celebration and your last chance to stop by the Harrison College booth and enter to win 2 free VIP tickets to any concert of your choice at Verizon Wireless Music Center next summer.

If you are looking for a school that offers a flexible class schedule, personal attention, and degree programs in today's in-demand fields Harrison College may be the place for you. If you stop by our booth you will be able to speak with an admissions representative who will be able to answer any specific questions you may have about our programs.

Through our programs at Harrison College, our graduates have found jobs in a variety of different careers. A few of those include:

• Business marketing career
• Surgical technology careers
• Massage careers
• Veterinary technology careers

Thank you to everyone who came out to see our Harrison College booth yesterday. We were so excited to see so many people looking to advance their career with higher education. Don't forget that today starts the Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration.

We have some great give aways for you to check out. We are giving out koozies, cherry lip balm, mints, bags, and hand sanitizer. You can also enter to win 2 free VIP experience tickets to any concert of your choice at Verizon Wireless Music Center next summer!

Of course we always have tons of information for you about the programs and services we offer here at Harrison. We offer fashion merchandising courses, veterinary technology training, degrees in health care management, surgical technology degrees and much much more.

If you were unable to make it by yesterday, come and see us at the Harrison College booth today to register to win your free VIP experience at Verizon Wireless Music Center to any concert of your choice next summer.

Hello again everyone. Today is the big day. It's the first day of the Indiana Black Expo and today is the Career and Education Fair.

Harrison College is excited to offer this years participants the opportunity for career advancement through higher education.  In order to make that a reality for the many people who may not be able to afford the full cost of higher education during this tough economic time we offer college tuition assistance, and the opportunity to apply for an online college scholarship.

When tough economic times hit many people look to further their education to increase their marketability.  Harrison College can offer those people the personal assistance, and one on one attention they need to further their education.

Here at Harrison we offer many different programs and degrees in today's most in demand fields such as degrees in health care management, surgical technology degrees, veterinary technology training, fashion merchandising courses, and many more.

Come stop by the Harrison College booth today for more information.