I have had social work students and recent graduates on my mind over the last few weeks as this spring semester ends. When something occupies my mind this way I know that it is time for me to act and that’s exactly what I plan to do. Check out the video below: 3 Ways […]
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The Uplevel Your Position Program Career Development Program has been redesigned so social work students and recent grads (within 2 years) can chart a clear path to the career of their dreams. The Uplevel Your Position Program can help avoid pitfalls as you begin your job search, create materials that stand out from the competition, and establish
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An internship can be described as a work-related learning experience for persons who wish to gain hands-on experience in a certain industry or occupational field. The U.S. Department of Labor has established 7 criteria to determine whether an intern should be paid or unpaid (there is more leniency for nonprofit organizations). The Department of
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That old saying, “Stick and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me” is 100% false. Words are powerful and they matter. It is a fact that words can hurt or they can heal. “Speak what you seek until you see what you’ve said.” We use affirmations, declaration, and proclamations because we
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I made this post on my personal Facebook page today (4/17/23). “As I look back over my life, I was never into hustle and grind culture. It didn’t make sense for my life. I was intentional about taking jobs that allowed me to take my daughter to school and have flexibility for field trips,
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Join Us On Instagram Today at 12:00pm EST – @nickisandersceo Let’s Talk All About It: Diversity in Social Work Careers – @talk_allaboutit Cynthia Agyeman-Anane: “If you frequent my page (@talk_allaboutit), you know two things: I love being a social worker and two, I’ve taken many different career paths along the way. My social work
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For over a decade I have posted new written blogs on my website on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. That didn’t happen today. Instead, a video blog happened…check it out. A video blog in place of a written blog today. 1. Operating in integrity. 2. Showing up fully. 3. Being authentically Nicki. Stay tuned… Social Work
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Every now and again I fall back into busyness…and that is exactly what happened in February and March. That’s why I dedicated my milestone birthday weekend to introspection and alone time. Don’t worry, I will make time for outward celebrations soon. Yes, I am still taking time for myself today. I will be back
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IMPORTANT: I am out of the office today and Monday to celebrate my milestone birthday. We are closed from April 7th through April 10th, 2023. Sending Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday love and light to all who celebrate. Happy spring break and Easter Monday to all those on spring break. Happy Birthday to Me!
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In 1973, Richard Nixon was President of the United States of America, a gallon of gas was 0.40, the average price for a new home was $32,500.00, the Miami Dolphins won the Super Bowl, Roberta Flack released Killing Me Softly With His Song, and Nicki and Hip Hop were born. Hip Hop has gone
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