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7 Tips for Making a Good First Impression
It is true what they say, making a good first impression is so important — especially in business. A first impression sets the tone for the rest of the meeting and even the foundation of the business relationship. First impressions [...]
Illumina Is Welcomed as the Newest Addition to JA Biztown
On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, Junior Achievement of San Diego County (JA) held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Illumina shop in the McGrath Family JA BizTown. As the first biotechnology company in JA [...]
Junior Achievement Is Top Ten NGO/SGO for Fourth Consecutive Year
Geneva-based NGO Advisor—which recently rebranded as thedotgood—has just announced that JA Worldwide remains among the ten most impactful social-good organizations in the world. Ranking the world’s most impactful NGOs began in 2012, in an effort to showcase the best practices and newest [...]
Meet our 2022 JA Company Program Winners
Over 140 students competed in our 2022 JA Company Program Competition representing four high schools from across the county. Five teams were recognized for their business innovations and will be submitted for consideration to compete in the national competition. [...]
Junior Achievement Announces a Rebrand
We are launching a new logo, colors, and website Junior Achievement of San Diego County (JA San Diego) is getting a whole new look. We are excited to share that JA is rebranding with a new logo, color scheme, and [...]
5 Achievable Financial New Years Resolutions For 2022
The start of the new year is the perfect time to set goals for improving your personal finance. It is important to know what your financial standing is and have a financial plan for your future. Establishing good financial habits [...]
How JA Programs Encourage Good Citizenship In Students
Junior Achievement of San Diego County’s programs are built on three pillars of success - financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. There are more lessons to gain from JA programs beyond these three pillars. JA programs focus on instilling a sense of good [...]
10 Essential Skills Every Leader Should Have
For aspiring business owners, CEOs, and entrepreneurs, leadership is an essential skill to develop. Everyone has their own idea as to what makes a good leader. And the desired qualities in a leader can vary depending on the industry and [...]
Breaking Down the Cost of College
A college education is incredibly valuable. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary of college graduates is $64,124 compared to the average salary of $38,792 for individuals with a high school diploma. Not only can [...]
JA IN THE NEWS
Torrey Pines students win Junior Achievement’s Company of the Year contest
Del Mar Times | May 6, 2024
Opinion: Add financial literacy to early child education. The benefits are immense.
San Diego Union Tribune | April 5, 2024
Entrepreneurs: Canyon Crest Academy student businesses now open
Del Mar Times | March 21, 2024
$13.5M secured for these San Diego projects in appropriations package
Fox 5 San Diego | March 7, 2024
Local Groups Invested in San Diego’s Future
San Diego Business Journal | February 13, 2024
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7 Tips for Making a Good First Impression
It is true what they say, making a good first impression is so important — especially in business. A first impression sets the tone for the rest of the meeting and even the foundation of the business relationship. First impressions [...]
Illumina Is Welcomed as the Newest Addition to JA Biztown
On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, Junior Achievement of San Diego County (JA) held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Illumina shop in the McGrath Family JA BizTown. As the first biotechnology company in JA [...]
Junior Achievement Is Top Ten NGO/SGO for Fourth Consecutive Year
Geneva-based NGO Advisor—which recently rebranded as thedotgood—has just announced that JA Worldwide remains among the ten most impactful social-good organizations in the world. Ranking the world’s most impactful NGOs began in 2012, in an effort to showcase the best practices and newest [...]
Meet our 2022 JA Company Program Winners
Over 140 students competed in our 2022 JA Company Program Competition representing four high schools from across the county. Five teams were recognized for their business innovations and will be submitted for consideration to compete in the national competition. [...]
Junior Achievement Announces a Rebrand
We are launching a new logo, colors, and website Junior Achievement of San Diego County (JA San Diego) is getting a whole new look. We are excited to share that JA is rebranding with a new logo, color scheme, and [...]
5 Achievable Financial New Years Resolutions For 2022
The start of the new year is the perfect time to set goals for improving your personal finance. It is important to know what your financial standing is and have a financial plan for your future. Establishing good financial habits [...]
How JA Programs Encourage Good Citizenship In Students
Junior Achievement of San Diego County’s programs are built on three pillars of success - financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. There are more lessons to gain from JA programs beyond these three pillars. JA programs focus on instilling a sense of good [...]
10 Essential Skills Every Leader Should Have
For aspiring business owners, CEOs, and entrepreneurs, leadership is an essential skill to develop. Everyone has their own idea as to what makes a good leader. And the desired qualities in a leader can vary depending on the industry and [...]
Breaking Down the Cost of College
A college education is incredibly valuable. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary of college graduates is $64,124 compared to the average salary of $38,792 for individuals with a high school diploma. Not only can [...]
JA IN THE NEWS
Torrey Pines students win Junior Achievement’s Company of the Year contest
Del Mar Times | May 6, 2024
Opinion: Add financial literacy to early child education. The benefits are immense.
San Diego Union Tribune | April 5, 2024
Entrepreneurs: Canyon Crest Academy student businesses now open
Del Mar Times | March 21, 2024
$13.5M secured for these San Diego projects in appropriations package
Fox 5 San Diego | March 7, 2024
Local Groups Invested in San Diego’s Future
San Diego Business Journal | February 13, 2024