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For Parents of College Students

By Nicki Sanders | Dec 3, 2014 | Comments Off on For Parents of College Students

Many parents are trying to balance assistance and instruction as their children navigate newfound freedom and independence during the college years. It is normal to want to lead instead of support and rescue instead of observe but a successful college experience allows students to mature mentally and emotionally as they excel academically. The following 5 […]

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Cyber Monday Deal 2014

By Nicki Sanders | Dec 1, 2014 | Comments Off on Cyber Monday Deal 2014

Cyber Monday is HERE! Get ready to invest in yourself! I’m bringing the Cyber Monday DEAL directly to you where you are – no traffic, no crowds, no long lines, and plenty of value. INTRODUCING… The Get Hired Online Course! $47 $37 TODAY ONLY! **Increase your competitive advantage in a tough job market and land […]

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What Are You Doing This Black Friday?

By Nicki Sanders | Nov 28, 2014 | Comments Off on What Are You Doing This Black Friday?

Many of us tend to overspend during the holiday season. Here are two blog posts that will have a positive impact on your bank account and holiday shopping list. Before You Spend Your Student Loan Refund 23 Ways to Earn Money in College   Another way to enjoy the holiday season is to help others. […]

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What Are You Grateful For?

By Nicki Sanders | Nov 26, 2014 | Comments Off on What Are You Grateful For?

Gratitude = the quality or feeling of being thankful; feeling appreciation I am grateful for so many things but today I want to say THANK YOU to all my clients and blog readers!! What are you thankful for?                                   […]

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Who Is Generation Y?

By Nicki Sanders | Nov 24, 2014 | Comments Off on Who Is Generation Y?

Generation Y are also known as millennials. People born between 1977-1990 or 1981-2000 depending on who you ask. There are many negative stereotypes about millennials including entitled, lazy, selfish, and slackers. After spending many, many years with Gen Y’ers in my home as well as in the work place hiring, training, managing, and teaching I […]

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What Is Stopping Me From Getting Hired?

By Nicki Sanders | Nov 21, 2014 | Comments Off on What Is Stopping Me From Getting Hired?

The job search process can be demanding, intimidating, and just plain stressful. There are barriers to employment that many people encounter but with planning and support these barriers can become detours instead of stop signs.Common employment barriers include: Long-Term Unemployment Gaps in Employment Housing Appearance/Hygiene Transportation Citizenship/Ethnicity Family Obligations Health Concerns Lack of Experience Lack […]

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5 Questions to Ask Your Financial Aid Advisor

By Nicki Sanders | Nov 19, 2014 | Comments Off on 5 Questions to Ask Your Financial Aid Advisor

You can’t get a quality college education if you are not enrolled due to lack of finances. And let’s not forget that college student loan debt is at an all-time high so financial aid and scholarships are more important than ever before. In a nutshell, the college financial aid office is an essential destination for […]

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5 Ways to Tap into the Hidden Job Market

By Nicki Sanders | Nov 17, 2014 | Comments Off on 5 Ways to Tap into the Hidden Job Market

More than one in five Americans ages 18-34 told Pew Research Center pollsters last year that they’ve postponed having a baby “because of the bad economy.” The same proportion said they were holding off marriage until the economy recovered. More than a third of 25-to 29-year-olds had moved back in with their parents.   The […]

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5 Important Questions for Your College Professor

By Nicki Sanders | Nov 14, 2014 | Comments Off on 5 Important Questions for Your College Professor

Getting to know your professor is great.  Your professor getting to know you is even better.   Not only can your professors help learn important course material and give you the tools to earn a good grade in their class, they can also provide valuable career advice, write a letter of recommendation, or introduce you to […]

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