I am a strong proponent of strong personal and professional connections. There are some pretty awesome people who answer my phone calls and Kimberly K. Parker is one of them. She has an awesome story and vision for her life that she is sharing with the world. We have amazing brainstorming sessions and have developed […]
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I am a strong proponent of education. I believe that education begins at home and that the world is our classroom. When asked if a college education is “worth it” I say yes it is. I believe that college is still a valuable investment that that requires systemic improvement. Should parents or professors teach
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Independence – one of the best things about college life can also be one of the most challenging. Unlike high school, college students have much more autonomy in selecting the classes you take. The goal of a college education is to develop well-rounded students who become global citizens. General education requirements usually include art, music,
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Families of college-bound students are becoming savvy shoppers. Over the last few years there has a lot of emphasis placed on the college admissions process. Students are not hedging their bets on one dream school. They understand the need to select a school based on academics, location, social activities, and cost. As students become more
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I often say (and hear from others) “that only happens to you Nicki”. Not in the sad, Charlie Brown kind of way, more in the “are you serious” while laughing kind of way. Last Thursday was no exception. I was leaving one appointment heading to another and caught my scarf in my zipper as I
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This Valentine’s Day I want to show my appreciation by offering a special FREE gift to current college students. This weekend I will REVIEW and CRITIQUE the RESUME of the first 10 current college students who respond below to this Valentine’s Day (Friday 2/13/15) blog post. A resume is written snapshot of your
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In order to graduate from college you have to pass your classes. You should strive to do more than just pass your classes. Every student should strive to get good grades in college. Good grades qualify your for certain campus opportunities, internships, scholarships, and awards. Good grades can also boost your self-confidence and help you
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Today we commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. One way that I have chosen to honor his work this weekend is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson on August 6, 1965. Four generations of my family viewed the movie
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I learned about Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich many years ago. I tried to read it numerous times and could never get through it. Think and Grow Rich A Black Choice with Dennis Kimbro but never completed it. My next strategy was to listen to the audio book (which I did) but still couldn’t
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Christmas is a big deal in my family. Everyone receives Christmas gifts – even if you say you don’t want any gifts. This past Christmas I decided to go back to my childhood days and make a Christmas list. Yep, since I knew I would be getting gifts anyway I decided to make it known
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