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Social Work Career Fulfillment Mantras from Nicki Sanders

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Social Work Career Fulfillment Mantras from Nicki Sanders

  I recognize that Women of Color in social work leadership struggle with doubt and visibility in the workplace because I am a Black woman in social work leadership who previously dimmed her light. I am a Black woman who experienced professional burnout and compassion fatigue. Just like my previous clients, staff, students, and interns, […]

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Welcome to October 2024

By Nicki Sanders | Oct 2, 2024 | Comments Off on Welcome to October 2024

  Goodbye September, Hello October! October Is: Emotional Wellness Month National Self-Promotion Month Emotional Intelligence Awareness Month Welcome to Q4! Are you ready for a strong 2024 finish? Transformation Tip Tuesday with Nicki Sanders, 10/1/24 Transformation Tip: Revisit Your Vision It’s not too late: If you can’t stop thinking about it, it’s time to recommit […]

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Self-Care Includes Taking Trips

By Nicki Sanders | Sep 25, 2024 | Comments Off on Self-Care Includes Taking Trips

  September is Self-Care Awareness Month If you don’t want to, you don’t have to! You don’t have to: Follow someone else’s career path Say yes to every request for your assistance Participate on every committee or board Commit to overworking Monetize every hobby or interest Post every achievement, celebration, or challenge in the name of […]

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What’s Your Next Challenge?

By Nicki Sanders | Sep 18, 2024 | Comments Off on What’s Your Next Challenge?

  Transformation Tip: Choose Your Challenge (video) Choose your challenge to expand personally and professionally. Decide the area or areas in your life where you want to increase and improve then challenge yourself to do it. Choose your challenge to add fun and excitement into your life. You can’t grow or develop when you’re sitting […]

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Where Has The Time Gone?

By Nicki Sanders | Sep 11, 2024 | Comments Off on Where Has The Time Gone?

  I’m Nicki Sanders, a master’s level social worker and nonprofit leader who specializes in career development, professional development, and organizational development. There’s also a bit of personal development thrown into the mix. I have many amazing things happening right now (I live in answered prayers) which has resulted in a bit more self-reflection and […]

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Available Career Empowerment Packages

By Nicki Sanders | Sep 4, 2024 | Comments Off on Available Career Empowerment Packages

  STRATEGIC CAREER MANAGEMENT is the lifelong process of investing resources into your career to maintain or increase your value in the workplace, undertake work that is personally satisfying, strive for work/life balance, and achieve financial security. The three pillars in my Strategic Career Management framework are Clarity, Credibility, and Congruency. “You are a brand, and […]

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Experienced Social Work Leader and Organizational Consultant

By Nicki Sanders | Aug 28, 2024 | Comments Off on Experienced Social Work Leader and Organizational Consultant

  ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES At Nicki Sanders Leadership Consulting, my mission is simple – to eliminate toxic workplaces by developing skilled, empathetic, and goal-oriented leaders who have the vision, support, and resources to create a culture where business prospers and employees thrive individually and collectively. I have a 27-year career in human services which includes […]

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Professional Development with Nicki Sanders, MSW

By Nicki Sanders | Aug 21, 2024 | Comments Off on Professional Development with Nicki Sanders, MSW

  PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT with Nicki Sanders, MSW I am excited to support career development/coaching clients who are growth-minded leaders ready to elevate their careers with intention and boldness. My ideal organizational development clients are committed to social impact, leadership development, and employee engagement – nonprofits, higher education institutions, and corporations. I especially love developing internship […]

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What Else Can I Do With My Social Work Degree?

By Nicki Sanders | Aug 14, 2024 | Comments Off on What Else Can I Do With My Social Work Degree?

  CAREER DEVELOPMENT Strategic Career Management is the lifelong process of investing resources into your career to maintain or increase your value in the workplace, undertake work that is personally satisfying, strive for work/life balance, and achieve financial security. The three pillars in my Strategic Career Management framework are clarity, credibility, and congruency. Career Coaching […]

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