Rob HellerEmployers who take on high school interns report the same handful of gaps every year, not technical skill, but showing up on time prepared, communicating problems early, and taking feedback. This piece unpacks what employers actually see and what schools can do before placement.
Rob HellerA growing number of college applications are probing for evidence of communication, resilience, and collaboration -- not just GPA and test scores. This piece looks at what's changing in admissions and what it means for how schools prepare students.
Rob HellerHiring managers consistently name the same handful of gaps when asked what they wish new graduates showed up with. This piece synthesizes the latest employer survey data into a clear, actionable list for high schools.
Rob HellerA growing number of college applications and interviews now probe for communication, resilience, and self-management, not just GPA and test scores. This piece looks at the trend and what it means for how high schools should prepare students.