Ghost the Old Degree: The Scariest Lie Higher Ed Ever Told You

Traditional degrees promise prestige but often deliver debt and disillusionment. It's time to uncover the scariest lie higher education ever told: that a diploma automatically equals power.
Join us and Jessica Winder to learn how to build a career on your own terms.


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Nexford University

Nexford University

Nexford University
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For decades, the narrative has been the same: a university degree is the ultimate key to a successful career. But what if that's the most expensive lie you've ever been told? In a world where skills, equity, and real-world outcomes matter more than ever, the old model is broken. Learners are graduating with crippling debt and without the abilities employers actually need.
Join Jessica Winder, SVP of People, for a critical conversation that dismantles the myths of higher education. We’ll explore the widening gap between traditional degrees and career success, focusing on what truly empowers today's workforce: demonstrable skills, equitable opportunities, and a positive return on your education.
This is your chance to stop chasing prestige and start building real power.



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