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When I worked with teens in the mid-2000s, I would ask them what they wanted to experience when they grew up instead of what they wanted to be when they grew up or what they planned to do after high school graduation. I understood that the latter questions were heavy and limiting and also […]
To decide is to make up one’s mind on a given topic or issue, come to a decision, make a choice, make up your mind, or reach a conclusion. Successful people are decisive. Let’s clarify here that decisive and impulsive are not the same. Impulsivity is characterized by taking poorly conceived actions without foresight […]
What I know for sure is that social work students and new social workers are not the only professionals who are confused or feel stuck or unprepared in advancing their social work degrees. It can be easy for seasoned social workers to fall into the trap of doing the same old job search things […]
What did you learn in social work school about career opportunities? Career advancement strategies? Leadership? How is that working out for you? I’ve encountered so many social workers, including students, who feel stuck in social work. They don’t see a way up or a way out. Why is this so prevalent? It’s prevalent because of […]
You’re a leader. You’re a boss. You’re the woman that makes the magic happen! And it’s time to elevate again! You ARE ready for your next level…even if you don’t think that you are. And do you know what? I’m here to help you believe it and achieve it. Let’s work together to get […]
When I say that you deserve a job that fills your heart, mind, and wallet, I speak from experience. There was a time in my best/worst job when I would regularly say to myself “my heart is full” and mean it with every fiber of my being! There was a time in my best/worst […]
Our word for 2022 is elevation. One way to be sure to elevate in your career is to elevate your career skills, knowledge, and resources through professional development. NEWSFLASH: It’s your responsibility to take complete ownership of your career! Stop waiting for your employer to pay for your professional development and stop waiting until […]
My calendar is open for SCHEDULING professional development workshops for social work leaders. Introducing Lead Like a Social Worker: Balance, Brilliance, Boldness workshop. Workshop Description: Management and supervision trainings are plentiful in the social work profession. Best practices for high-quality and competent social work supervision often begin with an explanation of the purpose, role, and function […]
I know social work! I know leadership! I know career success! I also know that many high-performing Women of Color in social work leadership are struggling to elevate their careers. Sometimes unsure what is holding them back or what opportunities are available to them I also know that there may be beliefs and behaviors […]