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July 04, 2018 How Former Student-Athletes Are Equipped to Fill The No. 1 Workforce Skills Gap

In a 2018 study, LinkedIn researchers found the No. 1 skills gap across the United States workforce is in communication — soft skills such as collaboration, articulation and receptiveness to feedback. Knowing these abilities are lacking in the workforce and desired by employers in all professions s

June 03, 2018 Welcome to FirstPoint USA - Antonio Rivero

We’re thrilled to welcome soccer player, Antonio Rivero, to join the ranks here at FirstPoint USA. Here, Antonio gives us an insight into his sporting background & his reasons for wishing to pursue a sports scholarship in the US.

April 12, 2018 Parents: Ways to Help Your Child with Their College Decision

Parents definitely have a role to play in their child’s college decision, but they shouldn’t try to take control of the process.

March 24, 2018 Reshma Giji - Welcome to FirstPoint USA

We recently caught up with FirstPoint USA client, Reshma Giji. Hailing from Kerala, Reshma tells us she has spent most of her life in the United Arab Emirates.

March 20, 2018 Matthew Robertson - IMG Golf Camp Week 1

FPUSA client, Matthew Robertson, shares with us his experiences from his first week at the IMG Academy's Golf Camp in Bradenton, Florida.

February 21, 2018 Welcome to FirstPoint USA - Damilola Adekunle

We recently caught up with FirstPoint USA client, Damilola Adekunle. Hailing from Stevenage, Damilola is amongst the newest soccer players to join the ranks.