With rising student loan debt and a slowly recovering economy many people – young and old – are asking themselves “should I go to college”? There are groups of people that believe that college is not for everyone and others who believe that every person needs a college degree to advance professionally and make a
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If I had a time machine I would go back to my junior year in undergrad and have a serious conversation with myself that would go a bit like this: 1. Get more experience before graduation Since you’re not working in the social work field you should do more volunteering. Choose a place where you
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I am a Career Coach committed to academic support and career development assistance. Generation Y Workshop Series This series is great for college students, recent college graduates, and world changers new to the workforce. Generation Why – Character traits from your generation include confidence, optimism, and an eagerness to learn and contribute. Join other millennials
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If you work on a college campus or with college students this post is for you. I am a first generation college student who earned a Bachelor’s degree in six years by attending two universities. There were many academic lessons I learned by trial and error. My road was anything but linear. My parents and
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In my opinion good enough is rarely good enough in a professional environment and everyone should strive for excellence. (Notice I said strive for excellence and not perfection. Perfect doesn’t exist.) The list of skills that are valuable and transferable across industries is long. Planning, organization, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills are at the top
How to find and do work you love: Scott Dinsmore at TEDxGoldenGatePark Scott Dinsmore’s mission is to change the world by helping people find what excites them and build a career around the work only they are capable of doing. (Listen to his words of wisdom in the video link above) “Everything was impossible
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A professional portfolio is an organized collection of documents and items that showcases your talents, most relevant skills, and chronicles your professional path. Portfolios are no longer just for artists, designers, or teachers. A portfolio can enhance the job search in every discipline or profession. Unlike most people I have 3 professional portfolios.
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Nicki Sanders, MSW, Founder of Packaged For Success, Author, Blogger. College Success and Career Development Coach. #GetHired #GetPromoted #macrosw
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“If you don’t build your own dream, someone else will hire you to help build theirs.” – Tony Gaskins, Jr I’m sure it’s no surprise to you that this quote speaks to me deeply as an entrepreneur. I really love creativity and autonomy and won’t hesitate to make executive decisions when needed. I have always
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
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