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After the IEP: College Transition and Success Tips for Parents of Students with ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Mental Health Conditions
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Discover the secrets to college transition, disability accommodations, and academic success for students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and mental health conditions. Join Dan Jordan, a current therapist at a university and former accessibility coordinator for over a decade, as he provides weekly insider tips and insights to improve your student’s self-advocacy, academic achievement, and personal wellness. Get the essential information you need to navigate the college journey from start to ...
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Ep 102 The Parents' Guide to College Finals Week
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Finals week can be a challenging time for college students, filled with stress and anxiety. As a parent, your support can make a significant difference in your student's performance and well-being. In this blog post, we will explore various ways parents can help their college students navigate finals week successfully. From providing emotional supp…
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Ep 101 College Break: How I Help Parents and Students Prepare for Returning Home
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Returning home for college break can be a joyful yet challenging transition for both parents and students. Preparing for your student’s return involves more than just tidying up their room; it can actually bring some discomfort during those first few times back home. In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through thoughtful planning and strategies for o…
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Ep 100 Celebrating 100 Episodes!!
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100 episodes is a milestone for every podcaster and I’m happy I’ve reached it. So today I’m going to give you a behind the scenes look at what goes into the podcast and my reflections on the past 100 episodes and what’s to come. So, join me in celebrating 100 episodes. My thanks to you for listening in for 100 episodes and I hope this podcast has h…
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Ep 99 How to Get Better Sleep for College Students
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Good sleep is essential for college students to maintain their physical health, mental well-being, and academic performance. With the demanding schedules and social activities of college life, it's easy to overlook the importance of quality sleep. However, by following some simple yet effective strategies, students can significantly improve their s…
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Ep 98 Overcoming Procrastination: The Key to College Success
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Procrastination is a familiar challenge for many college students. It can lead to stress, poor grades, and missed opportunities. However, overcoming procrastination in college is possible with the right strategies. In this episode, I'll explore effective solutions to help students break the cycle of procrastination and boost their productivity. Hel…
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Listen Up! Sound Advice to Build Deeper Connections with Deb Porter
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In this episode of Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap, Maria welcomes Deb Porter, founder of HOLD ~ Hearing Out Life Drama and a 25-year expert in active listening. Deb believes that what we often call “soft skills” should be redefined as essential — especially when it comes to listening. This episode focuses on the transformative power of…
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Ep 97 Balancing Social Life and Academics: Avoiding Overload in College
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Starting college is an exhilarating time filled with new experiences, friends, and opportunities. However, many first-year students fall into the trap of overloading on social activities, which can lead to burnout and negatively impact academic performance. In this episode, I'll explore why finding a balance between social life and academics is cru…
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Embrace Your Midlife Power & Thrive In Your Next Chapter with Jennifer Arthurton
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On the show this week, I sit down with Jennifer Arthurton, founder of the empowering community Old Chicks Know Sh*t and host of the podcast of the same name. Jennifer is a former Fortune 500 marketing executive who made a bold shift during midlife. She has transformed her journey into an opportunity to mentor and inspire women navigating their midl…
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Ep 96 Seeking Help Early for College Students with ADHD
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Navigating the demands of college life can be challenging for anyone, but for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it can feel overwhelming. Early intervention and seeking help promptly can be the key to unlocking academic success and personal well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore why it’s crucial for college studen…
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Navigating Transitions in Life & Career with Linda Rossetti
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Have you ever met someone who just gets you? And she understands about life’s twists and turns? Enter Linda Rossetti. Linda’s not just a former CEO and Fortune 500 whiz; she's our go-to guru on navigating life's big changes. She’s penned two books, "Dancing with Disruption" and "Women & Transition," that honestly felt like she'd read my diary. Ever…
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EP 95 How to Overcome Academic Pressure in College
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Academic pressure in college is a common experience for students worldwide. Balancing coursework, exams, and assignments can be overwhelming, leading to stress and anxiety. However, with the right strategies, you can effectively manage academic pressure and thrive in your college journey. In this episode, I explore practical techniques to help your…
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Embracing the Pivot & Reinventing Yourself with Dr. Letitia Wright
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In this episode of Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap, I talked with Dr. Letitia Wright, a trailblazing businesswoman and media mogul who made a bold pivot from a career in medicine to become the Executive Producer and host of her nationally syndicated television show, Wright Place TV. Dr. Wright shares her journey of reinvention and the s…
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Ep 94 Maximizing Academic Resources for College Success
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One of the most common mistakes first-year college students make is ignoring the wealth of academic resources available to them. These resources are designed to support students’ learning and help them succeed academically. In this episode, I will discuss the importance of utilizing academic resources, common reasons students ignore them, and pract…
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Boost Cognitive Function: How Women Leaders Can Improve Their Brain Health with Tess Cheng
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In this episode of Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap, María Tomás-Keegan chats with Tess Cheng, a certified health and wellness coach with over a decade of experience helping busy professionals prioritize their brain health and overall well-being. Tess specializes in guiding women leaders, helping them maintain cognitive function and resi…
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Starting college is an exciting milestone, but it can also be a time of emotional upheaval. Many students experience homesickness as they adjust to a new environment, make new friends, and face academic challenges. Homesickness in college is common, but with the right strategies, you can overcome it and enjoy your college experience to the fullest.…
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Stand in the Gap & Reach New Heights with Stephanie Warlick
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This week, María sits down with Stephanie Warlick, a dynamic leader and founder of 5FT View Consulting. With over 30 years of experience guiding professionals and small businesses toward sustainable growth, Stef is known for her unique “Stand in the Gap Method,” which helps leaders, business owners, and teams bridge critical gaps and achieve succes…
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Ep 92 How to develop study skills for college with Katie Azevedo.
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Last week I hope you and your student learned a lot about effective note taking. This week, Katie Azevedo is back for part 2, effective study strategies. I know from my 15 years on a college campus, that a student can have a great mindset, wellness plans, and time management, but that student won’t succeed if they don’t have good study skills. So, …
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Get Out of Your Head and Into Your Life with Carla Reeves
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In this episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap,” María Tomás-Keegan sits down with Carla Reeves, a highly sought-after coach known for her compassionate and direct approach to helping ambitious women and high achievers break free from the status quo. Carla is the creator of “The Differently Coaching Experience” and “Reimagine: The …
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Ep 91 College Note Taking Skills 101, with Katie Azevedo
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All September long are episodes for your first year college student to develop the skills, mindset, and plans needed to be a successful college student. Today is part one of a two part interview with my special guest Katie Azevedo. Part one is about note taking. Note taking is an essential skill set for learning in the classroom. Knowing how to tak…
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Navigating a Mid-Career Return to the Corporate World with Kelly James
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Can you imagine being away from the corporate world for 22 years to follow your passion and then returning to it? That’s today’s story. In this show, we’re joined by Kelly K. James, a former attorney turned freelance journalist and author, who shares her unique journey of re-entering corporate America after a 22-year hiatus. Kelly’s story is one of…
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Ep 90 The Importance of Seeking Help Early for First-Year College Students
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Starting college is a significant milestone, but it also comes with its challenges. One common mistake first-year students make is not seeking help early. Whether it's academic, emotional, or social support, reaching out for help can make a substantial difference in your college experience. We explore why seeking help early is crucial, common barri…
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Ep 89 Avoiding First-year College Student Mistakes
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The first month of college is an exciting and transformative time and the time for first year- college student mistakes. Newfound independence, new friends, and a new academic environment present both opportunities and challenges. However, this transition period is often accompanied by common mistakes that can affect a student's academic and person…
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Empowering Women Leaders with Command of Intentional Action with Desiree Petrich
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In this episode, we explore the transformative power of intentional action with Desiree Petrich, a best-selling author, speaker, and CEO of Intentional Action. Desiree’s mission is to empower women leaders to take control of their lives by making deliberate choices that align with what matters most. Her book, Taking Intentional Action: How to Choos…
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Ep 88 The Importance of Self-Care in College: Tips for First-Year Students
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Starting college is an exciting milestone, but it also brings numerous challenges. One of the most common mistakes first-year students make is neglecting self-care. The demands of academic life, social activities, and newfound independence can lead to poor health habits. Prioritizing self-care is crucial for maintaining physical and mental well-bei…
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Overcoming Career Roadblocks with Neuroscience with Adelajda Child
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In this episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap,” we explore the transformative power of the subconscious mind and neuroscience with Adelajda Child, a certified PSYCH-K® Instructor and Wellness Expert. Adelajda’s journey from feeling lost and stuck in life to becoming an international wellness expert is an inspiring testament to the…
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There are questions you can ask and should ask of the college accessibility staff. Last week was orienting you to the world of accessibility work, in part, and why some questions cannot be answered. However, these questions you can ask. These questions should be part of you college tour and college choice process. It adds some vital information for…
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Harness Your Energy & Transform Your Workplace with Rebecca Ahmed
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This week, my guest is Rebecca Ahmed, an award-winning speaker and business consultant who is an authority in transforming workplace culture through energy leadership. Rebecca, a Professional Certified Coach, shares her expertise on how personal energy influences behavior and impacts everyone around us, especially in a professional setting. Her boo…
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Ep 86 Got Accommodation questions? Why you may not get the answers you seek.
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I know the pressure and worry about accommodations and making sure your son or daughter gets what they need. As a parent of a son with specific learning disabilities and dyslexia, I worried about the same thing. I get it. It takes a lot of willpower not to take over the process and get it done. I understand that if it gets done, that is just one le…
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Why am I exhausted by the work that used to excite me? with Randi Roberts
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Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap.” This week, we are joined by Randi Roberts, an accomplished Executive & Career Coach with over 30 years of corporate leadership experience. Randi’s journey from a Sales Representative to Vice President and Business Unit Head at a top pharmaceutical company…
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Ep 85 How to manage emotions for college transition, with Dr. Cam Casswell
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Today, Dr. Cam Casswell gives us her insights into how we, as parents, can prepare ourselves and our teens to make the bigh shift to college. It's a big transition and comes with it's own fears, anxieties, and issues. How do parents cope, deal, and manage all those emotions? What can parents do so thier emotions and reactions don't get in the way o…
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Tiny Habits Deliver Big Success with Julie DeLucca-Collins
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Tune in this empowering episode of "Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap." This week, we are thrilled to have Julie DeLucca-Collins join us. Julie is a highly sought-after TEDx speaker, business coach, and award-winning author who specializes in empowering entrepreneurs and leaders, especially women, to establish and expand their careers and…
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Ep 84 Parent's Guide to College Mental Health
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College mental health is one of my favorite subjects. I can literally talk about it all day long. What does a student need to do to be mentally healthy? Here are eight episodes all about how to help your student with ADHD, a learning disability, or mental health condition stay mentally well now and throughout thier college journey. Are you on my em…
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LinkedIn Like a Pro: Strategies to Get Noticed and Get Hired with Erica Rooney
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This week, we revisit our insightful discussion with Erica Anderson Rooney, a C-suite executive who is also a renowned keynote speaker, executive coach, and the dynamic host of the podcast “From Now to Next.” With over a decade of experience in HR, Erica has been instrumental in helping executive women shatter the glass ceiling and achieve their ca…
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Ep 83 College Transition Episodes You May Not Have Heard.
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Here are some of my favorite episodes that you may not have heard. These contain some of the most overlooked, but essential information. Each of these episodes fills a gap in information and guidance that is hard to find. Yet, this episode highlights past episodes covering critical topics like documentation requirements, gap year considerations, co…
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Ep 82 Time Management for College- Developing the Right Mindset
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Developing the right mindset for time management for college is a critical change some students don't make. It's unfortunate because being more skilled at time management can mean the world for your grades. It also means having more social time, more fun, less stress, and being responsible. If students don't develop the skills, then they have a har…
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Master Personal Branding to Build Your Dream Career with Amber Renae
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Join us for an enlightening episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap,” where we delve into the transformative power of personal branding and publicity with Amber Renae. Australia’s leading voice in online business, Amber has inspired thousands worldwide through her entrepreneurial ventures, digital marketing expertise, and hit US rea…
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Ep 81 5 Practical College Success Tips
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There’s a lot of information about college transition and success. Yet, most are not practical and don’t come from those involved in college. So, what are some of the simple and over looked college succes tips? I warn you that none of these college success tips are complicated. Yet, as I've stated before, 'simple doesn't mean easy.' Most are going …
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Mastering Self-leadership & Elevating Emotional Intelligence with Melanie Luedtke-Taylor
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Join us for the next inspiring episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap.” This week, I’m excited to have Melanie Luedtke-Taylor as my guest. She’s a seasoned leader with over 25 years in the corporate world and is on a mission to redefine leadership by elevating emotional intelligence and self-leadership. As a Master Certified Coach …
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Ep. 80 Self-advocacy for invisible disabilities.
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I’ve said it before. K-12 does a horrible job of teaching self-advocacy. I find it tragic and neglectful that it’s not taught. A ton of people advocate for it, emphasize it, and even set goals for it. But they all get it wrong. What’s the best way to teach it and what do you need to do for your student to learn to self-advocate? Here are eight epis…
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Unlocking Bold Leadership: Making an Impact with Colleen Slaughter
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Welcome to a compelling episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap,” as we delve into the power of bold and impactful leadership. This week, we’re honored to have Colleen Slaughter, a seasoned Transformational Facilitator and Executive Coach with over 20 years of experience, join us. Colleen has dedicated her career to helping leaders …
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Ep. 79 5 Steps to College Preparation.
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Being prepared and preparing your student for college are shared goals. The better they are prepared, the less regret you have and possibly less stress. How do you get your senior with a hidden disability prepared to make the shift to college? For students with ADHD, learning disabilities, dyslexia, and mental health conditions, there is a lot more…
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A Mid-Career Pivot or Complete Reinvention? Insights & Strategies for Success with Louise Neil
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In this inspiring episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap,” we welcome Louise Neil, a seasoned career strategist specializing in mid-career pivots and reinvention. The founder of Pivoting Point Career Solutions, Louise uses her deep understanding of human behavior and strategic thinking to help professionals navigate significant car…
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Ep. 78 My Parental Regrets for College Transition.
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There's a lot with college transition. As a parent who's done this twice already, I can tell you that there are always things you wish you did or said differently. Yep, I've been on a college campus for a minute for sure, but that does not mean I did everything right. I made mistakes. Not happy about it, but I get to pass on my experiences and less…
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Leadership Revolution: Why Are We Still Developing Leaders Like It’s 1985? with Lori Mazan
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In this insightful episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap,” Lori Mazan, a pioneering force in leadership development and co-founder of Sounding Board, joins us. Lori brings over 25 years of experience coaching executives and CEOs, from venture-backed startups to Fortune 100 companies. Her new book, “Leadership Revolution: The Futur…
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Ep. 77 From application to graduation: This wasn’t in your IEP
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In this episode, I recap 10 episodes you can’t afford to forget — revealing all of the information left out of your IEP and filling in the gaps with proper transition planning. There’s more to college accommodations, transition, and success, than just ‘show me how to apply.’ Additional resources provided by Accessing College can be found at the bot…
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Ep. 76 Dad’s Role In College Transition.
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Dad's you have a special role to play in your student's college journey and self-advocacy. It's unlike any other role because your connection to your student is uniqe and special. What you bring to the plate is needed for your student's college success and a better college transition. Student's with disabilites like ADHD, learning disabilities, and…
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Tribe Building 101: The Power of Your Fabulous Five with Dr. Shenelle DuBose
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Welcome to this week’s episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap,” where we explore the vital role of building strong, supportive networks in achieving personal and professional growth. We’re delighted to have Dr. Shenelle DuBose with us, a visionary in public education and a champion for women transitioning from burnout to brilliance…
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Ep. 75 College Transition Tips: 3 Things To Do Now Before High School Graduation.
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May is all about getting ready before graduation. Today is about the three things you and your student need to do before they graduate. For students with hidden disabilities like ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental helath conditions, there's a bit more to do before college starts. What are those three things and how do they help with college tr…
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A Career Change Case Study: From Teaching to Recruiting with Christina Losch
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Welcome to this week’s episode of “Tips for the Transition: The Career Roadmap.” In this show, we dive into a case study with Christina Losch, a former Texas teacher who made a radical leap into the transportation industry’s recruitment world, leveraging her education expertise to forge a new path in civil infrastructure recruiting. Episode Highlig…
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Ep. 74 Six College Transition Conversations to Have Now
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Getting prepared for college is a huge task. Theres's not just the parctical stuff like bedding, snacks, food, mini-fridge etc. There is also the adult topics to discuss. As a parent of a college student, these topics are critical to have. Why? No regrets. None at all. Even if something happens, which I pray it doesn't, at least you know, as a pare…
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