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3 Reasons to Implement In-House Workforce Development Programs in Your Agency

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 16, 2023 | Comments Off on 3 Reasons to Implement In-House Workforce Development Programs in Your Agency

  Have your company values been embedded into your organizational culture? Do you have a pipeline of loyal, competent employees ready to advance? Does your organization have strong brand recognition in your community? Our workforce has shifted in countless ways over the last two decades. The changing demographics and expectations of our current workforce have […]

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3 Reasons to Hire a Social Worker as Your Organizational Consultant

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 14, 2023 | Comments Off on 3 Reasons to Hire a Social Worker as Your Organizational Consultant

  Organizations and organizational cultures are ever-changing. Our American workforce is comprised of baby boomers, zoomers, and the 3 generations in between. This generation gap can cause a variety of challenges for employers. Hybrid work schedules, clear paths to promotion, satisfactory salaries, and paid time off are what employees now expect from their employers and […]

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3 Reasons to Hire a Social Work Career Empowerment Coach

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 12, 2023 | Comments Off on 3 Reasons to Hire a Social Work Career Empowerment Coach

  3 Reasons to Hire a Social Work Career Empowerment Coach You feel stuck, stagnant, or confused and want to work with an expert You want an objective professional to help you identify any career blind spots and develop a plan of action You are ambitious and ready to do the work that needs to […]

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Farm Life: Defining Green Social Work on My Own Terms

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 9, 2023 | Comments Off on Farm Life: Defining Green Social Work on My Own Terms

  I’ve wanted to live on a farm since I was a little girl in single digit ages. I knew I wanted other people to live there, not just my family and I wanted us to have fun activities. I wanted to live in a big white farmhouse and have cows and horses, but I […]

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On The Road to 100 Acres and 100 Years

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 7, 2023 | Comments Off on On The Road to 100 Acres and 100 Years

  I am a lover of life and I’m more open to talking about death than the average person, however, I thought it counterproductive and a bit morbid to have people write their own eulogy. I also don’t like the idea of a bucket list because I’m not thinking about what I want to do […]

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What Does My TV Viewing Say About Me and My Coaching?

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 5, 2023 | Comments Off on What Does My TV Viewing Say About Me and My Coaching?

  Sharing with you the shows I’ve watched on TV over the last 3+ decades can give you a glimpse into the career plans and farm life dreams I had left unprioritized until last year. Today I’m putting my macro social work skills to use in new ways that further support my elevation and expansion. […]

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What Are We Talking About in June?

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 2, 2023 | Comments Off on What Are We Talking About in June?

  Question of the Day: What are WE talking about? Social work myths Career opportunities Social work salaries Self-care Burnout prevention Leadership styles Women in leadership Career pivots Getting promoted Etc. Remember that my professional objective is to Empower, Teach, and Connect. I want to hear from you. Your voice matters. I’m here to be […]

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How Did May Work Out For You?

By Nicki Sanders | May 31, 2023 | Comments Off on How Did May Work Out For You?

  Let’s do a little self-reflection as the month of May comes to a close. May is National Mental Health Month and National Walking Month. These two are intertwined for me. I love being outside in nature and walking in quiet among grass and trees. Nicki in Nature (#nickiinnature) doesn’t mean cliff jumping or white water […]

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Grateful For Those Who Paved The Way

By Nicki Sanders | May 29, 2023 | Comments Off on Grateful For Those Who Paved The Way

  Today is Memorial Day. Memorial Day is more than the unofficial start to summer. It is a day to remember the fallen soldiers who gave their lives for the freedom and democracy we enjoy here in the United States. I am grateful for their sacrifice as I understand that freedom isn’t free. As a […]

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