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# Shannon Sharpe

Shannon Sharpe is a Chicago-based content strategist and writer with more than 20 years of experience in journalism, storytelling and brand communications. She has developed content for both publications and corporations, spanning topics from design and lifestyle to healthcare and corporate communications. She holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Boston College and a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring Chicago’s vibrant cultural scene, experimenting with new recipes and working on her first novel.

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## Read articles by Shannon Sharpe

- [Success Stories from Luminaries](/blog/success-stories-from-university-of-phoenix-alumni-luminaries.html) — University Life | June 25, 2026 • 8 minutes

- [Why Is It So Hard to Find a Job?](/blog/why-is-it-so-hard-to-find-a-job.html) — Career Support | June 16, 2026 • 7 minutes

- [Leadership Lessons From a CEO and Business Leader](/blog/leadership-lessons-from-a-ceo-and-business-leader.html) — Career Support | June 12, 2026 • 7 minutes
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