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5 Things to Do Before You Change Your Major

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 27, 2014 | Comments Off on 5 Things to Do Before You Change Your Major

Many students change their major at least once during their college years. Some students change their major several times. Remember that a college major is a field of study not a life-long commitment. Your major may be most important as you pursue your first job after graduation but the truth is that many graduates change […]

Nicki Sanders, College Speaker

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 24, 2014 | Comments Off on Nicki Sanders, College Speaker

SPEAK IT INTO EXISTENCE: I will speak at and offer college and career success coaching and training to students and staff at colleges and universities all over the United States.   Contact Nicki Sanders to Get Hired at your dream job or Get Promoted to the next professional level. I also offer college success and […]

8th Annual Pack A Purse Drive 2014

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 22, 2014 | Comments Off on 8th Annual Pack A Purse Drive 2014

Supporting Teens Girls in Foster Care Our 8th Annual Pack A Purse Drive begins November 1, 2014 and ends December 15, 2014. We are collecting purses (totes, and other handbags) filled with personal hygiene items for teen girls in foster homes, group homes, and homeless shelters. Only new and gently used purses will be accepted. […]

Question of the Day

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 20, 2014 | Comments Off on Question of the Day

Nicki Sanders, Chief Visionary Officer of Packaged For Success, helps both youth and adults discover their personal power, dream big, and achieve success on their own terms. Ms. Sanders is an experienced trainer, group facilitator, and program manager who holds a Master’s degree in Social Work. Ms. Sanders has over fifteen years of direct experience […]

Human Services Interview Questions

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 17, 2014 | Comments Off on Human Services Interview Questions

In your job search travels your resume gets you to the front door but what happens once you step inside for your interview is the deciding factor in landing the position.  I recommend setting aside time to practice before every interview.  Here are a few practice questions to give you a head start.   General: […]

Career Development for Human Services Students

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 15, 2014 | Comments Off on Career Development for Human Services Students

Human services professionals are an integral part of society.  Our compassion, commitment, and competence improves the quality  of life for millions of people around the world.  Whether you aspire to become a teacher, therapist, probation officer, substance abuse counselor, youth development specialist, health educator, or domestic violence advocate – THANK YOU for accepting the challenge […]

I Rocked My SHEPower This Weekend

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 13, 2014 | Comments Off on I Rocked My SHEPower This Weekend

This past weekend I had the pleasure and privilege of attending the Empire Builder’s Retreat with Dr. Linette Montae and a room full of amazing entrepreneurs.  I can’t begin to explain all the wisdom that Dr. Linette shared but I will say that I Rocked My SHEPower and I will finish 2014 strong and launch 2015 […]

5 Ways to Be a Leader

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 10, 2014 | Comments Off on 5 Ways to Be a Leader

A leader is a person who rules, guides, or inspires others. It has been said that management is an occupation and leadership is a calling. There are several qualities that good leaders possess such as critical thinking and active listening and various ways to strengthen your leadership skills. Here are 5 ways you can be […]

5 Reasons Students Should Participate in Community Service

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 8, 2014 | Comments Off on 5 Reasons Students Should Participate in Community Service

I am a STRONG proponent of volunteering.  No matter if you’re providing direct or indirect support, I believe that we all have something to contribute and all have the potential to add value to the world.  Here are 5 reasons college students should participate in community service: 1. Make a difference Volunteering strengthens the community. […]