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,
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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
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Welcome to August 2022! Happy New Month! Yesterday (7/31/22), I delivered the final episode of my Cupcakes and Conversations with Nicki Sanders monthly feature. The date and time had not worked for me for months and I knew that part of the reason was that I was being prodded to make changed but I
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If you’re wondering what exactly I do in my business take a read… Social Work Career Coach I am a Social Work Career Coach for high-performing Women of Color in leadership. I help high-performing Women of Color in social work leadership achieve career fulfillment by getting clear on what they want, elevating their confidence, and
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I’ve developed and managed successful programs. I’ve facilitated powerful youth and adult groups. I’ve formed and led strong multidisciplinary teams. I’ve taught courses and delivered trainings that allow students and professionals to tap into their strengths and advance their skills and careers. I am great at what I do and everyone who knows me
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health refers to our emotional and social well-being and impacts how we think, feel, and behave. It plays a role in connecting with others, making decisions, handling stress, and many other aspects of daily life. Mental health is health. Mental health is wealth. Mental Health Awareness Month
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Do Latinas really lose more than $1,000,000 in a lifetime?! Latinas’ Equal Pay Day, the day that Latinas must work just to make as much as their white, non-Hispanic male counterparts made in the previous year was yesterday, October 21st. A Latina would need to work until she is nearly 90 years old (eight
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I’ve been blessed with amazing sister family and friends! I am an ardent supporter of women’s groups and women-owned businesses. I believe wholeheartedly that ‘sisterhood is self-care’ – no one understands us like us. The vast majority of my career has been dedicated specifically to the empowerment of women and girls. As a liaison and
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