You’ve often heard (read) me say, “It’s GO Time”. And it IS go time! When I think about transformation, I simplify the steps/concept in my mind with the phrase “GO, DO, BE”. GO = Make a firm decision to move from where you are to where you want to be. Success begins with a decision. Go is …
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As I continue to embrace Nicki unapologetically and live in my authenticity, I realize that even when I was a full-time employee it was my entrepreneurial traits that made me a great employee and leader. ‘The world is my classroom. The world is my office. The world is my playground.’ This has been my …
I am committed to efficiency and effectiveness. Since time is not a renewal resource, over the last couple of months I dedicated precious time to evaluate and streamline my business processes and procedures. For those of you on my email list you’ve experienced my new format that allows me to give more to my …
Organizations and organizational cultures are ever-changing. Our American workforce is comprised of baby boomers, zoomers, and the 3 generations in between. This generation gap can cause a variety of challenges for employers. Hybrid work schedules, clear paths to promotion, satisfactory salaries, and paid time off are what employees now expect from their employers and …
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Everything that I do is centered around social work! Social Work – that’s it, that’s the common denominator, that’s the foundation. I use my social work education, skills, training, and professional experience to excel as an entrepreneur – a leadership consultant, career coach, and adjunct professor. They’re all under the same social work umbrella. …
I have had social work students and recent graduates on my mind over the last few weeks as this spring semester ends. When something occupies my mind this way I know that it is time for me to act and that’s exactly what I plan to do. Check out the video below: 3 Ways …
An internship can be described as a work-related learning experience for persons who wish to gain hands-on experience in a certain industry or occupational field. The U.S. Department of Labor has established 7 criteria to determine whether an intern should be paid or unpaid (there is more leniency for nonprofit organizations). The Department of …
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I have been contacted by Master of Social Work students with a macro concentration who are unable to secure macro field placements for internship/practicum. I love supervising interns but have also heard from many students who are not getting the professional experience their tuition pays for. Because the request for my assistance has increased, …
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I have put myself in new and various situations over the last couple of weeks and this willingness to leave my comfort zone has reconfirmed that I only want to do work that I love, work that is intellectually stimulating, and work that is commensurate with my experience. Work that fills my heart, mind, …
Are you feeling stuck in your current situation? Are you questioning whether you have what it takes to land a better job? Are you struggling to maintain your composure in the workplace? Are you in a job where you feel overworked, underpaid, and unappreciated? Do you wish there was someone you could talk to …