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Motivational Monday

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 19, 2015 | Comments Off on Motivational Monday

  #MotivationalMonday   Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present. –Jim Rohn Don’t wait for something big to occur. Start where you are, with what you have, and that will always lead you into something greater. –Mary Manin Morrissey Related Posts: • Master Your Mind […]

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What’s Your Next Goal?

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 16, 2015 | Comments Off on What’s Your Next Goal?

  Question of the Day: What’s Your Next Goal?   “The goal you set must be challenging. At the same time, it should be realistic and attainable, not impossible to reach. It should be challenging enough to make you stretch, but not so far that you break.” -Rick Hansen     “If you don’t know […]

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Who Is Feeding America?

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 14, 2015 | Comments Off on Who Is Feeding America?

  Hunger and poverty are on my mind again today. Instead of writing along blog post, I will offer research from Feeding America.   The Feeding America network helps families across the nation get the support they need to find nutritious food to eat. According to Feeding America, the productivity of our country would greatly improve […]

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October on the Farm

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 12, 2015 | Comments Off on October on the Farm

  Had a great Saturday afternoon stroll at the Art Agstravanza hosted by the Maryland Agriculture Resource Council and the Baltimore Arts Guild.                     Beautiful acres of farm land and amazing drawings by participants in the Chalk Art Festival.               […]

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5 Words to Remember to Establish and Maintain Professional Boundaries

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 9, 2015 | Comments Off on 5 Words to Remember to Establish and Maintain Professional Boundaries

  Boundaries are clearly established (legal and ethical) limits that allow for safe interactions between professionals and their clients. They are standards that foster quality service delivery. Boundaries exist to protect both the worker and the client. Appropriate boundaries allow professionals to offer effective interventions that are in the best interest of the client and […]

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CFSA Mandated Reporter Training

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 7, 2015 | Comments Off on CFSA Mandated Reporter Training

  I am a strong proponent of professional development and continuous learning. If you are interested in work with children and youth I recommend that you take the Child and Family Services Agency Mandated Reporter training (even if you do not live or work in Washington, DC) to learn more about child abuse and neglect and […]

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30 Days to Career Success Programs

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 5, 2015 | Comments Off on 30 Days to Career Success Programs

Happy October! New Month and New Services for YOU! Hire The Packaged For Success Coach 30 Days to Career Success   College Students – GET TO GRADUATION • Are you unsure what career field you want to pursue? • Are you nervous about securing a job after graduation? New Professionals – GET HIRED • Do […]

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5 Strategies to Succeed in Your New Job

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 2, 2015 | Comments Off on 5 Strategies to Succeed in Your New Job

  You’ve gone through my Get Hired program and landed the job of your dreams. Now the real fun begins. How do you ensure that you perform well in your new position?   Here are 5 strategies to succeed in your new job: 1. Get Clarity – Meet with your immediate supervisor as soon as possible […]

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5 Ways College Students Can Gain Experience In Their Career Field

By Nicki Sanders | Sep 30, 2015 | Comments Off on 5 Ways College Students Can Gain Experience In Their Career Field

  5 Ways College Students Can Gain Experience In Their Career Field 1. Complete an internship or apprenticeship program 2. Volunteer (in your job, school, or community) 3. Independent Service Project 4. Part-time Work 5. Job Shadowing   Get In, Get Out, Get Ahead college keynote initiates a frank discussion about what it really takes […]

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