How to Get Hired Without a Degree

A successful career awaits—no college degree required! This indispensable resource guides you through alternative routes to prosperity and fulfillment, from a renowned CEO who did it herself.

Most people believe a degree is the price of admission to a meaningful, high-paying career. Without it, your options are limited, and your ceiling is fixed. But that narrative isn’t just outdated. It’s costing millions of capable professionals the futures they’ve already earned.

In How to Get Hired Without a Degree, technologist CEO and DEI advocate LaShana Lewis dismantles the notion of the “paper ceiling” and reveals what it really takes to build a thriving career without a diploma. Drawing from her own journey—from being repeatedly shut out of opportunities to rising as a CTO—Lewis delivers a practical, proven roadmap for workers skilled through alternative routes (STARs).

How to Get Hired Without a Degree equips readers with the tools to translate real-world skills into real opportunities—whether that means breaking into a new field, advancing into leadership, or finally being recognized for their value, with lessons including:

• How to focus on skill-building for a competitive advantage
• How to gain credible experience without traditional credentials
• How to navigate hiring processes with confidence and strategy
• How to grow, pivot, and lead in your career long-term

With this book, all professionals can feel empowered with the tools to claim the career they deserve and help reshape a workforce that’s primed for change.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs