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I Quit My Federal Job

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 18, 2014 | Comments Off on I Quit My Federal Job

I have written in the past about my male classmate who was pursuing a Master’s degree in Social Work with the goal of becoming the Secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services. I had never dreamed that big before. Not only had I not considered that my degree could help me run […]

Ask Career Coach Nicki

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 16, 2014 | Comments Off on Ask Career Coach Nicki

Each week I write three blogs on career, education, and life. I’ve created informative, interactive workshops and seminars and have published a career development book. I am a guest lecturer in undergraduate and graduate Human Services courses. Stay tuned for our membership program for job seekers and our membership program for employees who want to get […]

Check Out Our Generation Y Workshop Series

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 14, 2014 | Comments Off on Check Out Our Generation Y Workshop Series

Hey Millennials, I have something great for you. Generation Why – Character traits from your generation include confidence, optimism, and an eagerness to learn and contribute. Join other millennials in this workshop to answer three very important questions that will accompany you into your place as a world changer. Work Your Network – Networking effectively […]

I’m Going Full Steam Ahead

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 11, 2014 | Comments Off on I’m Going Full Steam Ahead

On Tuesday I did something I love to do but hadn’t done in a very long time.  I spent three hours in a public library.  I use the library regularly to check out books or make copies takes a few minutes because I generally research what I want in advance and go straight to that […]

Get Hired Then Get Promoted

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 9, 2014 | Comments Off on Get Hired Then Get Promoted

My name is Nicki Sanders. I am an experienced Social Worker and Manager and the author of the ebook “Get Hired Toolbox: 30 Ways To Land the Job of Your Dreams” available on Amazon Kindle. In addition to drafting service plans and providing life skills training and presentations for nearly 15 years, I have also […]

Did You Make Any New Year’s Resolutions?

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 7, 2014 | Comments Off on Did You Make Any New Year’s Resolutions?

We’re in month seven – half the year has passed. Did you make any New Year’s Resolutions in 2014? Are you still working on them? I didn’t make any New Year’s Resolutions but I did set the intention to work toward very specific things. I am using July as a check in time. Early in […]

Happy Independence Day

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 4, 2014 | Comments Off on Happy Independence Day

Happy Independence Day! THANK YOU  to all who have served and made this country great! This special holiday is all about freedom and independence. As I continue on my success journey I want you to know that none of us can be successful without introspection.  I am on a constant self-discovery quest and you know […]

Share Your Story

By Nicki Sanders | Jul 2, 2014 | Comments Off on Share Your Story

Who inspires you? I believe that we all have a story to tell.  Yes, even you.  I have absolutely no doubt in my mind that someone will be inspired by your story. Each challenge, accomplishment, and connection allows us to grow learn and grow.  Growing means we get bigger, stronger, taller, happier, healthier…you get my […]

Change Is Constant

By Nicki Sanders | Jun 30, 2014 | Comments Off on Change Is Constant

Change Is Constant Progress requires evolution.  We can learn to embrace and even forecast change but when we refuse to change we have decided to decline. I am in the midst of an intense “purge and declutter” phase right now and as I look through papers and materials that are over a decade old I […]