
Des Sinkevich
Content Manager
Des Sinkevich has been with Penn Foster since 2015, helping students learn more about potential career paths and how to succeed in online school. Through hundreds of blogs, from articles about study tips to information on how to prepare for in-demand jobs, she's dedicated to giving our students the tools they need to reach their goals. Des holds a B.A. in English Writing from the University of Pittsburgh which has helped her create the content you're reading today and, when she's not writing, she's reading!
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All Blogs by Des Sinkevich

What is the Role of an Administrative Assistant?
If you’re interested in a career that will allow you to use your organizational and people skills and interests while learning more business-related tasks that can strengthen your resume, an administrative assistant position could be the job for you. Skilled administrative assistants play a vital role in how a business runs. Here’s what to know about the role.
Oct 30, 2019
3 min read

How to Become a Residential Electrician
Are you interested in how electrical systems work? Do you like to solve problems and find solutions for them? Are you someone who likes to work with their hands and do something a bit different each day? Becoming a residential electrician could be the right career for you. Here’s what you should know about the job, the salary, and how to get started!
Oct 22, 2019
2 min read

What’s the Difference Between Bookkeeping & Accounting
You are a master at working with numbers and love the ups and downs of the financial world. You know you want to do something in that field, but need to figure out exactly what that is. Accountant and bookkeeper both seem doable, but they also sound like they’re different titles for the same job. Here’s what you need to know about their unique functions for a thriving business.
Oct 02, 2019
3 min read

Figure Out What You Want to Go to School For
You want to go back to school but you’re not sure what kind of degree or diploma you should enroll in. Here are 4 tips for narrowing down your options.
Sep 17, 2019
6 min read

4 Myths About Going Back to School as an Adult
You have goals that you’ve wanted to accomplish for a long time, but it feels almost too late to make them a reality. After all, you’re too old to go back to school, right? The answer to that is absolutely not. Here’s why going back to school at any age is a smart move.
Aug 21, 2019
5 min read

How to Avoid Sounding Passive-Aggressive at Work
When you’re annoyed with a situation at work, your first instinct might be to let the person who annoyed know ASAP. But, while at work, you can’t be openly rude, so you rely on passive-aggressive phrases and messages to get the point across. Do it consistently, and you earn a reputation around the office. Before you get stuck being known as that annoying coworker, check out some of the commonly used phrases in email that can be a bit much, and what you can use instead.
Jun 28, 2019
4 min read

4 Jobs You Can Do With A Human Resources Degree
You’re a people person and you can’t imagine a career that doesn’t allow you to work closely with others. You also want to make sure your career can make an impact on those around you. Working in human resources could be the job for you. The field isn’t just one particular job. Human resource departments are made up of professionals who perform different tasks. Here’s a few jobs that a Human Resources Management Associate’s Degree can help prepare you for.
Jun 25, 2019
3 min read

How Your Health Can Fuel Your Career
Adopting a healthy lifestyle can seem like a lot of effort with little immediate reward, so with your busy schedule balancing work, family, and all of your other responsibilities, how can you work on becoming a healthier you? Here’s why you should make it a priority to fuel your health to fuel your career and how you can make it work with your busy life.
Jun 19, 2019
7 min read

3 Steps to Interview Like A Boss
No matter how qualified you are for a position, the interview process can still feel intimidating. You want to do your best, but you’re nervous or unsure of what to say. The best way to tackle pre-interview jitters and up your chances of landing that dream job is preparation! These tips will have you ready to interview like a boss in no time.
Jun 11, 2019
8 min read

Picture Your Creative Future with a Graphic Design Degree
You’ve dreamt of using your love of art and design to build a career, but weren’t sure you could have a stable job in the field. Instead of imagining up your perfect job, make it a reality by becoming a graphic designer. Here’s what you need to know before taking your first steps toward designing the career you want.
May 08, 2019
5 min read