Degree Free

Degree Free

Business EN ↓ 206 episodes

Welcome to Degree Free! It’s our job to share fundamentals we’ve discovered and the mistakes we’ve made while self educating, getting work, building businesses, and making money. We’ll tell you how to make it happen, no degree needed!

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Degree Free

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Business

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degreefree.co

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

The College ’Experience’ Isn’t Real (Degree Free #200) 09.07.2026

Want to guide your 16-20 year old to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book Want a custom career plan for your 16-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch The college experience is one of the biggest reasons parents push their young adults toward a degree. But when you pull it apart, the ex...

Why This Mom Hired a Life Coach... (Degree Free #199) 02.07.2026

Want to guide your 16-20 year old to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book Want a custom career plan for your 16-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch We got a call from a mom who was doing everything she thought she was supposed to do. Her son was 19, had left college, left trade schoo...

Your Teen Doesn’t Need College (Here’s Proof) (The Hannah Maruyama Show #5) 30.06.2026

Want to guide your 16-20 year old to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book Want a custom career plan for your 16-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch Here's the thing most parents don't know: "degree required" on a job posting almost never means legally required. It means a company add...

Her 19 Y/o Son Needs Work (Not Therapy) (DF#198) 19.06.2026

Want to guide your 16-20 year old to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book Want a custom career plan for your 16-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch We want to talk about what is actually happening to young men right now, and why college is making it worse, not better. The data is not...

Parents Need to Know This (Before Your Teen Enrolls in College) (HM#4) 18.06.2026

Want to guide your 16-20 year old to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book Want a custom career plan for your 16-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch The whole K through 12 system is built around one goal: college enrollment. Schools track it, report it, and put it on banners. But enro...

AI Will Create Your Teen's Career (The Hannah Maruyama Show #3) 04.06.2026

Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch Want to guide your 16-20 year old to their future career: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book

Save Your Sons: What Parents Need to Know (DF#197) 28.05.2026

Want to guide your child to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book/ Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch

Why New College Grads Can't Get Jobs (It's Not AI) (The Hannah Maruyama Show #2) 25.05.2026

Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch Want to guide your 16-20 year old to their future career: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book

The Real Threat to Your Kid’s Career Isn’t AI... It’s Outdated Advice (The Hannah Maruyama Show #1) 07.05.2026

Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch Want to guide your 16-20 year old to their future career: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book

Career Planning for Middle and High Schoolers (DF#196) 14.01.2026

Want to guide your child to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book/ Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch Helping your child explore different interests and possible career paths early on can shape how they see themselves and their future. In this ep...

How to Talk to Your Teen About Their Future Career Path (DF#195) 14.01.2026

Want to guide your child to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book/ Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch Many parents feel overwhelmed when their teen is getting close to graduation and still doesn’t have a clear plan for what comes next. In this ep...

From Lost and Stuck to Career Ready: A Parent's Action Plan (DF#194) 14.01.2026

Want to guide your child to careers that help them reach their goals? Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/book/ Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch In this episode we talk about one of the biggest challenges parents face today: helping young adults find career direction when they’re out of h...

Turn Awkward Family Chats Into Job Leads for Your Kid (DF#193) 14.01.2026

Want a custom career plan for your 18-20 year old? Apply for the Degree Free Launch Program: ➡️ https://degreefree.com/launch Check out our workbook set: ➡️ https://shop.degreefree.com   Make the most of family gatherings for your teen’s future. In this episode, we dive into a challenge many parents face: those sometimes awkward family or friend gatherings where everyone wants to know, “So, what’s...

When College Isn’t The Plan — How to Really Talk With Your Kid (DF#192) 04.06.2025

Join us as we explore the different paths young adults can take after high school.  We focus on how parents can support their teens in discovering the right next step, whether that’s jumping into a job, learning a trade, earning a certification, or launching a business. What You’ll Learn:  - Ways to encourage teens to explore work and learning opportunities that fit their interests and goals - How...

What If College Isn’t the Plan: How to Help Your Teen Thrive (DF#191) 28.05.2025

Join us as we discuss the empowerment and benefits of taking a Degree Free path after high school graduation.  We address the temporary feelings of isolation and guilt that parents and students may experience during the graduation season, but emphasize the long-term advantages of avoiding student loan debt and pursuing different pathways. What You’ll Learn:  - Highlighting the importance of suppor...

Building a Degree Free Future: How to Use a Trust to Help Your Child Succeed (DF#190) 07.03.2025

Join us as we explore family trusts and how to use them effectively for your child’s future. We discuss the importance of understanding individual needs and providing guidance for parents to help their children identify options and prioritize needs and wants. What You’ll Learn: - Differences in goals and priorities for individuals with trust in pursuing career goals - Expanding awareness of job op...

Ask Ryan and Hannah: What to Do with a 529 Plan If College Isn’t the Plan (DF#189) 05.03.2025

Join us as we dive into the topic of managing funds in a 529 plan.  We address a question from a parent who is uncertain about how to handle the money in their child's savings plan if college is not pursued. What You’ll Learn: - Exploring the tax advantages and qualified expenses associated with 529 plans - Discussing options such as changing beneficiaries, rolling over funds to a Roth IRA, or usi...

How to Help Your Young Adult Make Smart Life Decisions After High School (DF#188) 19.02.2025

Join us as we discuss the evolving role of high schools in preparing young adults for the future.  We delve into how high schools are falling short and the rise of the Degree Free movement.  What You’ll Learn:  - The challenges high school students face in transitioning to adulthood. - The necessity for high schools to adapt to better equip students for the job market and uncertainties of the futu...

3 Myths That Colleges Use to Convince Families to Buy A College Degree (DF#187) 12.02.2025

Join us as we debunk common myths surrounding the necessity of a college degree.  We address 3 myths that colleges use to convince parents to buy a college degree for their children. What You’ll Learn:  - Exploring the misconception that a college degree is essential for getting a good job, networking, and finding a spouse. - Highlighting the changing importance of STEM skills and the shift toward...

Ask Ryan and Hannah: How to Help Your Child Pursue Illustration Without an Art Degree (DF#186) 05.02.2025

Join us as we tackle a concerned mother's question about her daughter's career aspirations in art.  The discussion emphasizes the importance of considering one's needs and goals before choosing a career path, offering guidance on exploring alternative options, and making informed decisions. What You’ll Learn:  - Distinguishing between passion and interest in choosing a career path - Addressing nee...

How to Conquer Graduation Anxiety with The 5 Degree Free Pathways (DF#185) 29.01.2025

Join us as we dive into the pressure parents and young adults face when it comes to graduation and college decisions.  We explore The 5 Degree Free Pathways as alternatives, such as getting a job, on-the-job training, earning certifications, starting a business, and learning a skill. What You’ll Learn:  - The benefits of gaining work experience or going through an apprenticeship - Highlighting low...

Building A Million Dollar Business The Degree Free Way with Samuel Ross (DF#184) 22.01.2025

Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Samuel Ross, a successful entrepreneur who found his path to success as a Degree Free individual.  Get ready to be motivated and learn valuable lessons from his story. What You’ll Learn:  - The journey of exploring different career paths and eventually finding success in sales and entrepreneurship. - The importance of taking risks, being resourceful...

How To Help Your Child Be Degree Free in 2025 (DF#183) 15.01.2025

Join us in this eye-opening episode, where we explore how parents can guide their children towards success The Degree Free Way in 2025.  Explore alternative options such as vocational programs, certifications, and boot camps for various fields. What You’ll Learn:  - Learn the step-by-step approach outlined in our workbook to help young adults identify career goals, explore job options, and make in...

The Future of Education & the Workforce: 12 Predictions for 2025 (DF#182) 13.01.2025

Join us in this insightful episode as we discuss our predictions for 2025.  From the growth of AI to the mainstream adoption of the Degree Free movement, get ready for an engaging conversation. What You’ll Learn:  - The continued growth of AI and its benefits for young adults in daily tasks - Predictions on mainstream adoption of the Degree Free movement  - The shift towards entrepreneurship and w...

From AI to Healthcare: Grading Our 6 Predictions for 2024 (DF#181) 03.01.2025

Join us as we review our predictions from 2024 in the realm of AI utilization and the shift toward eliminating degree requirements for jobs.  Discover how 16 states have already removed degree prerequisites for state positions.  What You’ll Learn: - Explore the success stories of companies like Canva, which have witnessed a surge in applicants after ditching degree requirements and adopting a skil...

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