American youths and young adults struggle to make the leap from high school to college and onto a career. Even the brightest students often get sidelined because so much more than academic learning is involved. In this show, national expert and author Hans Meeder (from the National Center for College and Career Transitions) digs deeper into Career Connected Learning – the strategy that helps every youth learn about themselves, explore viable career options, and gain the knowledge and skills they need to move forward with confidence. In this show, Hans talks with leaders, both doers and thinkers, working at the local levels and also with state and national organizations who are pursuing all forms of Career Connected Learning. This show will keep you motivated as you move forward.