A major issue with the social work profession is that career exploration is not encouraged and the avenues for career exploration are often unknown. Social work is so much more than child welfare, medical social work, psychotherapy, and school social work. I am my own case study. I have never had a job with […]
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Pondering, wondering, and considering is not the same as deciding. When I make a decision, I am resolute. When I make a decision, I activate my faith. When I make a decision, God orders the universe to fall in line. What have you decided is possible for you and available to you? Are you
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2023 is my year of authenticity! I am realigning with my purpose and intently focusing on higher-level impact. I am ready for more media, podcast and YouTube guest appearances. I am ready to travel the world coaching leaders, guest lecturing in higher education classrooms, delivering training for corporations and universities, presenting at conferences, and
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I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Social Worker and Career Coach Jennifer Luna for The New Social Worker Magazine’s Conversations on Social Work Careers. Grateful that I was able to share my ideas and strategies for building a successful, long-term social work career as well as encourage other social workers to embrace
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There are some things that seem uniquely American. The “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” fantasy is one of them. The American Dream we’ve been sold is predicated on the idea of individuality – hard work, self-sufficiency, and self-made success. Britannica defines the American Dream as the ideal that the United States is a
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Do you have a social work niche or specialize in working with a specific population? The notion that every social worker should work in child welfare to gain experience and really understand social work is flawed. Staff turnover and social worker burnout are prevalent due to issues like high caseloads, vicarious trauma, and lack
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Have your company values been embedded into your organizational culture? Do you have a pipeline of loyal, competent employees ready to advance? Does your organization have strong brand recognition in your community? Our workforce has shifted in countless ways over the last two decades. The changing demographics and expectations of our current workforce have
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3 Reasons to Hire a Social Work Career Empowerment Coach You feel stuck, stagnant, or confused and want to work with an expert You want an objective professional to help you identify any career blind spots and develop a plan of action You are ambitious and ready to do the work that needs to
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Success loves decision makers. I want to work with coaching clients who are ready! Coaching clients who are ready to: Uplevel in their lives and careers Leverage their education and experience Embrace their talents and gifts Accept their achievements and accomplishments Stand confidently in their power and brilliance “You are a brand and your
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How are you using your words? Whether you live by Biblical truths, subscribe to universal laws, or believe in spiritual principles, your words have power! No matter your age, career stage, wage, or level of outrage, your words have power! AFFIRM: My Words Have Power Are you using your words to emphasize your fears
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