Self-care is the intentional activities that we do to take care of our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health. Quality self-care can improve thinking and decision making and reduce anxiety and overwhelm. Self-care allows you to strengthen your relationship with yourself and with those with whom you spend time. Self=care is more than Monday night […]
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I entered my graduate program with the intention of becoming a Human Services Manager. I enrolled in the Management and Community Organization social work program. In addition to the management courses in my graduate program, my employer also required that I enroll in their management training courses. Before my official management role, I was in
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John C. Maxwell: 10 Actions to Help Your Team Accept Change By John C. Maxwell in Success Magazine Early in my career, I took over a volunteer-driven organization that had been led by the same man for 27 years. I respected the previous leader and admired a lot of the things he did. But I knew that
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Leadership can be a lonely road but with preparation, training, and support, you will survive. Honestly, I want you to thrive not just survive. Just as you plan and pack before you travel or take a road trip, these are my recommendations for thriving on your management journey. I. Professional Journal A professional Journal is
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Conversations with Nicki Sanders is a regular blog feature for Nicki Sanders Consulting. Conversations with Nicki Sanders will highlight the success strategies, advice, and careers of various professionals in a variety of industries. March is National Social Work Month. To commemorate Social Work Month, I will interview Social Workers Managers about their management journey. The
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Packaged For Success Enterprises is now Nicki Sanders Consulting. Nicki Sanders Consulting is an act of walking in my authenticity. Nicki Sanders consulting is a better representation of my current professional and personal goals as well as my two decades of education and work experience. I am a Social Worker and a CEO.
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Last week I took my first fall/winter vacation. I cruised in the Caribbean for 5 days without cell phone services and internet connections. I needed time to relax and completely unwind, but honestly, I had a “mixed-bag” of emotions throughout the journey. Conclusion – next year I will be on dry land! The
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