Many majors require students to complete an internship. Paid internships are the goal but I recommend students complete an internship even if it is unpaid and not mandatory. I listed reasons why I promote internships in the blog post “Why Do You Recommend Internships“. If you are currently seeking an internship I want to offer […]
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Supporting Teens Girls in Foster Care Our 8th Annual Pack A Purse Drive begins November 1, 2014 and ends December 15, 2014. We are collecting purses (totes, and other handbags) filled with personal hygiene items for teen girls in foster homes, group homes, and homeless shelters. Only new and gently used purses will be accepted.
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Hey Millennials, I have something great for you. Generation Why – Character traits from your generation include confidence, optimism, and an eagerness to learn and contribute. Join other millennials in this workshop to answer three very important questions that will accompany you into your place as a world changer. Work Your Network – Networking effectively
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I love PBS – especially the public television station’s educational children’s television shows. I learned “agua”, the Spanish word for water, from Sesame Street. Sesame Street has taught children about divorce, death, and diversity for over three decades. It’s seems completely logical that just a bit of the increase in the numbers of college students
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Many of my Packaged For Success readers may not be aware of my passion to help teens in foster care so I’ve taken this week to bring you up to date. (Check out my previous blogs – May is National Foster Care Month and we are nearing the end of our 3rd Annual Pack A
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Packaged For Success is a training and development company that specializes in personal empowerment, career development, program management, and youth investment. Packaged For Success is not my first business. For many years my company was called The Teen Toolbox. The Teen Toolbox is now a division of Packaged For Success. This is my youth
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We are nearing the end of our National Foster Care Month 3rd Annual Pack A Backpack Drive where we collect and distribute toiletries and backpacks (duffel bags and luggage) to teen males at risk of aging out of foster care system. Our donation deadline was May 22, 2014 but we are extending that deadline until
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Job hunting can be daunting, frustrating, and even disappointing. The range of these emotions can negatively affect your job search. How and what we think affects how and what we receive and achieve. Our thoughts affect our beliefs and our beliefs impact our actions. Don’t pretend negative feelings don’t exist. Acknowledge the negative feelings when
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I don’t know anyone who has received a job offer without a verification of their professional references. I do understand that sometimes reference checks are no more than a formality; however, it is best to screen and prepare anyone you ask to serve as a reference for you. You should ensure that they are aware
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No matter where you are in your job search being aware of your transferable skills gives you a boost. Transferable skills are skills that are not limited to one knowledge area – they are transferable to many occupations. Honestly, all the skills you have acquired are transferable skills. Your task is to clearly show employers
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