• 00:59 💡 College education has become exceptionally expensive, rising more quickly than other essentials like food, health, and real estate, which poses challenges for many.
• 01:30 📉 Despite a widening skills gap with many non-degree jobs available, there's still a strong societal push for four-year degrees, though Gen Z is increasingly skeptical of this approach.
• 02:29 🔧 The shortage of skilled labor in trades like construction is a critical issue, where for every five workers retiring, only two are replacing them annually, leading to project delays and cost overruns.
• 03:43 📚 The increased cost of college is attributed to the availability of extensive financial aid, leading to a crisis where many students feel compelled to pursue higher education, despite alternatives being more viable for them.
• 03:57 🎓 A forthcoming public relations challenge in higher education is anticipated due to changing perceptions and societal pressures around college education versus vocational paths.

I understand the world is not fair, and I’m OK with that. I do not resent the success of others.

Fascinating discussion w/ Mike Rowe. Enjoy his point of view. What you feel is boring; I'm interested in WHY you believe what you do. Super.