(NEW YORK) — Los Angeles was once a starry-eyed dream of a lavish Hollywood lifestyle. Since the rise of the modern influencer, LA has become indicative of every teen’s fantasy of independence: partying and popularity is not just showcased, but rather commercialized on every social media site.

(NEW YORK) — A teenage boy with far too much free time cowers away from his homework and instead lifts up a controller and headset for his new XBOX 360, a bottle of Mountain Dew next to him. The day slips away to night as he plays game after game, mesmerized by the screen. This is the image of the gamer that has been engraved in our minds over the past several years, but that’s all changing.

Somewhere, I know a nasty security guard or maybe a box office teller is glaring at a young woman. He's thinking it would be impossible for her to actually be on the guest list, especially not the press list. The VIP badge she needs is apparently missing and the ushers are thinking she must be some groupie. Even as she's escorted backstage, the curious eyes of crew members are watching her every move.

NuPaths is committed to bringing quality, hands-on technology education to Pennsylvanians as part of an ongoing effort to connect workers to open IT positions.

So, your company posted a one-liner on its Facebook page about not being racist. Now, what? This summer, I had the opportunity to complete a badge program in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), which came at a critical point in American politics and allowed me to dive deeper into topics I was already passionate about. Throughout my education, I reflected on how to apply these best practices to all aspects of my life… including my work.

What comes to mind when you think of a ‘tech’ job? For many of us, it’s coders hunched over computers, typing feverishly away at their keyboard, or hackers breaking into a firewall. Sometimes, we may imagine knowledge and skills that seem out-of-reach or specialized. While certain skills may be critical for a career in tech, the truth is there are a variety of opportunities in the industry that do not include endless lines of code.

Online learning may just become the new norm. A new format of education can open doors for students and create opportunities of accessibility in incredible new ways. However, understanding the delicate balances and unique circumstances of online and distance learning is key to being successful.

Is the cost of education a major barrier to your new high-tech career? You may want to contact your PA CareerLink office managed by a local Workforce Development Board (WDB) to find out more about funding your education at NuPaths.

Whether you’re a self-employed micro-influencer or a marketing professional employed by a brand, you are not alone in facing the challenges of creating content in the new environment in which we live and work. Many business owners and marketers are working from home without access to the office, co-workers, and customers—the things that provide relevant photo and video opportunities.

So, you’re working from home now? It’s definitely not for everyone. However, now nearly every professional is finding themselves sitting in front of their laptop and on their couch instead of in front of a monitor at the office. COVID-19 has forced companies everywhere to reimagine what it means to create a workplace. While not everyone loves the change, many businesses were already heading toward a “work from home” model. Remote working has been growing in popularity across many industries. O

If you scroll to the bottom of many brands’ Instagram accounts, you may find some of the most cringe-worthy, over-filtered photos of all time. In fact, over-filtering has become a viral meme (particularly on TikTok) as users record their reactions to over-the-top images.

TikTok, a video-sharing social networking platform, seems to have taken over out of absolutely nowhere. With TikTok catering to Gen Z and Millennials primarily, it has left many marketers stumped as they try to find their groove and appeal to the platform’s users. Why TikTok Is an Enigma to Marketers As a Gen Z individual, I can candidly say the majority of advertisers don’t have a clue about how to successfully infiltrate TikTok. Promotional content on the network is easily identifiable as a