Advanced Education Bridges Psychology And Technology For Dallas CEO
Marissa Stone earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Georgia State University, a master's degree in Child and Family Development from the University of Georgia. She is finishing up a doctoral program in Computer Technology in education from Nova Southeastern University. She is the CEO of 4 Minute Social, a company that designs online programming and enables entrepreneurs to set up and manage their own social media campaigns.
"During my master's degree studies, the emphasis was on parent education. The goal was to create a link between parents of children with developmental delays or disabilities and their caregivers, as physicians often do not speak to patients in layman's terms. I started working with a parent education program designed completely online and realized that I no longer had to be the subject matter expert if I were to get a degree in technology. At that point, I made the decision to terminate at my master's degree and switch my focus to another Ph.D. program that offered me the technology foundation crucial to my success in the field of technology," said Stone.
In regards to returning to school to earn an advanced degree, Stone said, "I believe there is no such thing as a bad investment in yourself. The reality is this: children grow up and move on and you are left with yourself for the rest of your life. If you do not invest in you, even when they are small, you risk being without an identity once the mom hat is put in storage. If you are diligent in finding that dream job or moving into that dream position, the Ph.D. can be the foundation of that success. Choosing a field that creates a more marketable you while allowing you to pursue your passion is the ultimate key to success."
The biggest reward for earning the advanced degrees Stone said, "If I set my mind to it, the sky is the limit. Obtaining a Ph.D. is more of a test of endurance than it is a test of intelligence. You never know what opportunities might be available and you better be prepared to open the door when it comes knocking."
Robin D. Everson is a native Chicagoan who resides in Dallas, Texas. Her appreciation for art, food, wine, people and places has helped her become a well-respected journalist. A life-long lover of education, Robin seeks to learn and enlighten others about culture. You can find her work at Examiner.com
