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I often say (and hear from others) “that only happens to you Nicki”. Not in the sad, Charlie Brown kind of way, more in the “are you serious” while laughing kind of way. Last Thursday was no exception. I was leaving one appointment heading to another and caught my scarf in my zipper as I […]
This Valentine’s Day I want to show my appreciation by offering a special FREE gift to current college students. This weekend I will REVIEW and CRITIQUE the RESUME of the first 10 current college students who respond below to this Valentine’s Day (Friday 2/13/15) blog post. A resume is written snapshot of your […]
In order to graduate from college you have to pass your classes. You should strive to do more than just pass your classes. Every student should strive to get good grades in college. Good grades qualify your for certain campus opportunities, internships, scholarships, and awards. Good grades can also boost your self-confidence and help you […]
We all know what a course syllabus is. A syllabus is a contract created by your professor to give you information that is essential to successfully completing your course. The syllabus most often includes: Course description and objectives including professor expectations Summary of what will be covered in the course Contact information for your professor […]
Where can you go to learn how to do the latest dance, tie a tie, braid your hair, start a podcast, cook squash, or fix a leaky toilet? Of course it’s YouTube. YouTube is not only a great tool for life skills development but can also be used to complement your college education. You can […]
I love to learn. I have always loved to learn whether I’m finding out new information from books, television, conversations, classes, field trips, or events. I started paying for professional development in my early twenties. I became a regular attendee at an adult learning center in Washington, DC that offered courses ranging from soap making […]
My name is Nicki Sanders. I am an experienced Social Worker, Manager and Trainer with over 15 years of community outreach experience. I possess nearly a decade of direct experience hiring, training, and supervising staff, interns and volunteers with various professional degrees and credentials. I am also the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Packaged […]
There are job duties and business endeavors that I know I will never accept. I have served as an Assistant Director and a Director of Programs but I am 100% sure that I will never become an Executive Director. I won’t accept the position because I am unable to take on the responsibility but because […]
One strategy regularly recommended for people seeking a promotion is to take on stretch assignments. Stretch assignments are tasks, projects, or assignments that are (1) outside of your regular job duties; and/or (2) outside of your current knowledge or skill set. These assignments stretch you into new professional territory. Stretch assignments are a great […]