Podcasts about college students

"Great people with a great attitude will always get noticed." Episode Chapters [00:00:58] Speaking to Disney College Program participants [00:03:16] Advice for landing your first career opportunity [00:05:18] Why Disney experience opens doors [00:08:48] The biggest concerns facing college students [00:12:39] Lee's best advice for young professionals Starting a career can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying to land the "perfect" first job. In this episode, Lee Cockerell reflects on speaking to Disney College Program participants at Flamingo Crossings Village. He shares the advice he wishes every college student could hear, as thoughts on choosing the right company to embracing uncertainty. As Lee always says, experience, exposure, and a great attitude create opportunities that no resume alone can provide. Read my blog for more from this episode.  Resources CockerellStore.com The Cockerell Academy About Lee Cockerell Mainstreet Leader Jody Maberry Travel Guidance Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694.

The college years can be one of the most defining seasons in a young person's faith. So how can parents prepare their kids to stand firm long before they leave home?In this episode, Steph sits down with longtime college ministry leader Paul Worcester to discuss the spiritual habits that help faith last. They talk about the power of Scripture memory, daily time in God's Word, the challenges today's college students face, and practical ways parents can train, not just teach, their teens to follow Christ. Paul also shares how his new Bible study, Thrive, equips college students and young adults to build a faith that is grounded in Scripture and prepared to withstand the challenges of this pivotal season.Whether your child is heading to college soon or you still have years to prepare, this conversation will encourage you to invest in the kind of faith that enduresResources MentionedThrive Bible StudyInstagramGenSend PodcastCampus Multiplication NetworkThe Creation of UsHands-On BibleThe Adventure BibleGet your copy of our latest prayer journal Faith in Action: Prayers from James for the Next Generation today!The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.orgOur Sponsors:* Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.comPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The tassels have turned, the extra-long twin bed sheets have been purchased, and the warm summer nights are running out. College move-in day is coming, and no matter how ready, eager, or excited a young person appears, there is almost always a mind quietly running through doubts, what-ifs, and questions about what the future actually holds. Even good change can spark anxiety. And in that uncertainty, one of the most irreplaceable gifts a parent, mentor, or advocate can offer is simply the assurance that their hand is extended — that there is a safe place to return to when the road ahead gets complicated. First Samuel 16 captures the beginning of a bond between Samuel and David that would prove to be exactly that kind of gift years later. Samuel anointed the young shepherd boy who would one day be king, seeing not outward appearance but what God saw — a heart fully devoted to Him. And when David's life unraveled, when Saul's jealousy became a death threat and David had nowhere to turn, he went to Samuel. Not because he had to, but because Samuel was someone he could trust when he did not know what to do next. That is the role God calls us to play in the lives of young people — not hand-holders, but steady, available, trustworthy presences who offer guidance and shelter when the world grows complicated. Whether it is a care package, a timely text, or a vulnerably shared testimony, God uses the small faithful acts of those who show up to shape the hearts of the young people He has entrusted to our care. Today's Bible Verse "For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart."— 1 Samuel 16:7, ESV Ponder Today Even confident, eager young people carry hidden doubts and fears. No matter how ready a college student appears on the outside, they are still navigating insecurity and uncertainty within. Knowing a trusted person is available makes all the difference. The most powerful thing you can offer is a steady, available presence. Samuel did not micromanage David's journey. He was simply someone David could call on and trust when things fell apart. That kind of availability is a profound gift to any young person. Small, Spirit-prompted acts carry more weight than we realize. A care package, a text, a shared testimony offered at the right moment — when God nudges you toward a young person in your life, trust that He has an intentional purpose for that nudge. Our greatest prayer for the young people we love is that they would call God their Father. More than academic success, professional achievement, or personal happiness, we want to see them surrender their lives to Jesus Christ and become the men and women of God He crafted them to be. A Prayer for You Today Father God, thank You for the young people in our lives. We recognize what an accomplishment it is as they venture into the next stage of life. We recall our own days of feeling nervous, curious, and hopeful all at once, and we lift up these young hearts before You. Make us keenly aware of how we can be the hands and feet of Jesus to them, not only today but in the weeks and years ahead. Move us to share our testimonies vulnerably so that no young person ever feels that no one understands or that they are completely alone. And more than anything else, move in their lives, hearts, and minds that they may call You their Father and surrender to Your Son, Jesus Christ, as their Savior. We do not take lightly the calling to be present in their lives. In Jesus' holy name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer stirred your heart for a young person God has placed in your life, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to equip you to love and encourage the people God has entrusted to your care. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Are you feeling stretched thin in the season you're in? If you've felt the weight of burnout while still trying to show up for the people who need you, this episode will encourage you.Part two continues the conversation with Meredith of East Carolina Study Center. She talks about walking through burnout, the community of women who've held her accountable over the years, and the moment God called her to step into the role of executive director. Meredith also shares about house moms and dads, the volunteers who show up weekly to be a steady presence for EC students, and practical ways you can pray, volunteer, or give.Learn more or get involved at ecstudycenter.orgMusicbed SyncID:MB016VLFYGCYRHN

UA Alumnus Courtney Brown founded "Winners and Leaders" to help at-risk youth through mentoring and other organized services following trauma that plagued his own teen and young adult years. The organization is holding the third annual "Back2School" bash on August 16 with giveaways and other activities. winandlead911@yahoo.com330-760-7442

Barry and Mike begin a two-part discussion of Rose Horwitch's investigation into post-literacy.In this episode we discuss her November 2024 article in The Atlantic Monthly, “The Elite College Students Who Can't Read Books.” Our next episode will discuss her more recent article from the July 2026 issue of The Atlantic, “The Age of Reading is Over.”

My mentee Sarah Vessely joins me again to share how she has experienced issues with comparison, especially with being in a different life stage than her peers - she took 2 gap years while her friends have been at college.It's easy to fall into the comparison trap in your 20s, when some people are in college, others are getting married, some are starting a business, others are traveling the world. And throw social media in the mix so that we can watch everyone's highlight reels - now it's really easy to feel left out or behind.How do you combat this? How do you get out of the trap of comparison? How do you find contentment in gratitude in the journey God has you on?Check out this episode for some tips on getting to giving your best life!Let's connect!Follow me on TikTok and Instagram @givingyourbestlifeJoin me on YouTubeShop my books hereWith gratitude, Stephanie❤️

Reed College recently settled a pair of complaints from former students who said they were targeted and harassed for being Jewish. The college agreed to update its discrimination policy, implement new training for students, faculty and staff and appoint a coordinator for Title VI civil rights complaints, among other changes.    For a student perspective on the settlement, we’re joined by Reed Student Body President Andrew Happy.  

Think your syllabus is just a course document you download and forget? Think again! In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, I'm sharing why your course syllabus is one of the most valuable tools for college success.I reached out to several professor colleagues and asked them one simple question: What do you wish students knew about your syllabus? Their answers were full of practical tips that can help you stay organized, understand expectations, communicate effectively with professors, and avoid common mistakes throughout the semester.In this episode, I'll walk you through what to look for in a syllabus, including course expectations, late work policies, office hours, assignment deadlines, grading breakdowns, and AI policies. I'll also share simple strategies for mapping out your semester so you can stay ahead of deadlines instead of scrambling at the last minute.Whether you're a first year college student or a returning student, this episode will help you use your syllabus as a roadmap for academic success. In this episode, I'll share:What professors want you to pay attention to right awayHow to make the most of office hoursTips for organizing assignment deadlines across all your classesIf you're ready to feel more confident, organized, and prepared this semester, this episode is for you.Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/5syllabustipseverycollegestudentshouldknow

Higher education and wellness professional, Joshua Bensink joins Dr. Kate Watson to talk about the well-meaning, but unhelpful, things people do to "help" college-aged youth. 

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The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk www.LearningLeader.com New Book - The Price of Becoming - www.LearningLeader.com/Becoming This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My Guest: Joanna Stern is an Emmy Award-winning technology journalist, chief technology analyst for NBC News, and founder of the independent media company, "New Things." She is best known for her 12-year tenure at The Wall Street Journal, and for authoring the New York Times bestseller I Am Not a Robot. Key Learnings  Joanna dedicated her book to her parents "who taught me to think for myself, and the AIs, robots, and machines that made me wonder if I really was." In an age when AI can do the thinking for us, the most valuable thing we can teach our kids is to think for themselves. Walt Mossberg invented tech journalism for humans. His first column: "Computers are too hard to use, and it's not your fault." Without Walt, we don't have a category where technology built for humans is reviewed by humans. AI won't replace the radiologist. It'll make them better. Joanna sat with her doctor while AI scanned her mammogram. The AI flagged three suspicious spots. Two the doctor had already dismissed as benign. But one was something the doctor hadn't caught. She marked it for follow-up. Then the doctor pointed to other cases where SHE had caught things the AI missed. It's not a replacement. It's a partnership. The same technology that finds cancer is the same technology that can autonomously send missiles. That's the great tension of our time. Every powerful technology has good and bad uses. AI colleagues are coming. Joanna has two employees and one AI agent. She predicts that within a year, she'll have full AI employees. Great management books haven't been written yet about how to lead a mixed team of humans and agents. Someone is going to write them. Concert ticket prices tell you everything about human connection right now. Every artist is selling out football stadiums. People are craving in-person interaction more than ever. Bot Girl Summer. Joanna tried to have an emotional relationship with a chatbot boyfriend named Evan for 48 hours. She didn't fall in love. But she noticed how easy it was to talk to something that only wanted to hear about her problems and told her she was great at everything. That's the danger. The AI therapist shut itself down when it realized there was a real therapist in the room. Joanna brought her AI therapist "Ash" into her actual therapy session. Halfway through, Ash said, "I'm sorry, I can't continue this conversation. It sounds like there are multiple people in the room." AI won't replace therapists. It'll help with the shortage and the stigma. Some people don't want to walk into a therapist's office. But they'll open their phones. That's a bridge to real help for people who wouldn't otherwise get it. Kara Swisher's career advice to Joanna: "Leave your fucking job." That was the shortest, cleanest advice Joanna got when deciding whether to leave the Wall Street Journal after 12 years. Joanna used AI as a co-founder for the biggest decision of her career. She uploaded 12 years of notes into ChatGPT and asked it to help her decide whether to leave the Journal. It didn't decide for her. But it structured the risk analysis, laid out the escape hatches, and helped her see the shape of the decision. The muscles atrophy if you don't use them. Writing is meant to be hard. Thinking is meant to be hard. If you outsource the hard work, you stop getting stronger at the hard work. Research is where you learn the most. If you have AI pull the memo for you and you get up and read it, you don't know what you're really talking about. You have to do the reps to know the material. AEI: Already Enough Intelligence. Sam Altman is obsessed with building superintelligence. Joanna proposes we already have enough intelligence to work with. Maybe the goal isn't to build smarter models. Maybe it's to figure out what to do with what we already have. The AI on-ramp for leaders: Take one document you make all the time (a memo, a PowerPoint, an email template). Upload it. Ask AI to make a template out of it. Next time you need it, you're twice as fast.  Push yourself to do the harder work. Joanna's analogy: marathon runners are insane. They just want to run. Nobody wants to do the harder work. But that's where the growth is. Joanna's champagne moment a year from now: milestones for her new company. She's already hit 100,000 YouTube subscribers three months after her first video. But she also just wants a nap. Reflection Questions Where in your work are you outsourcing the thinking to AI? Are the muscles you actually need atrophying because you're skipping the reps? If you accepted that you already have enough intelligence to work with, what would you actually build with what's in front of you right now? More Learning #679: Kat Cole - The Four Mindsets Every Leader Needs #605: Seth Godin - The Power of Remarkable Ideas #697: Dan Smith & Ryan Hawk - The Price of Becoming Podcast Chapters 00:00 The Price of Becoming - Pre-Order Now!  01:44 Meet Joanna Stern  02:31 Teach Your Kids to Think in the Age of AI  03:25 The Parents and Mentors Who Shaped Her Career  04:16 Lessons From Walt Mossberg  05:55 Why Joanna Spent a Year Living With AI  14:47 How AI Can Make You a Better Leader  17:30 Why People Crave Human Connection More Than Ever  21:00 Bot Girl Summer: Dating a Chatbot Named Evan  25:13 The AI Therapist Trial 29:51 Using ChatGPT for a Career Change 33:29 Don't Let Your Thinking Muscles Atrophy  40:20 Sam Altman on Superintelligence, and Joanna's Case for "AEI"  42:51 Joanna's Advice for College Students  45:29 How Joanna Actually Uses AI to Write  47:17 Practical AI for the Fortune 500 VP  50:17 The Champagne Question 52:43 EOPC

College students may be experts at pulling off last-minute study sessions, but when it comes to managing money, cramming simply does not work. The financial habits students develop during college can shape their decisions for years to come. Dr. Kelly Rush, a Finance Professor, Division Chair, and Financial Planning Program Coordinator at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, says this season offers students an important opportunity to build a strong financial foundation. Rush, who also serves on the Board of Directors for Kingdom Advisors, encourages students and their parents to approach college finances with intentionality, clear communication, and biblical wisdom. Start Building Financial Habits Early Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” Although this verse applies broadly to a child's spiritual formation, its wisdom can also inform the way parents teach financial responsibility. The habits students establish during college may either move them toward wise stewardship or create patterns they will need to overcome later. Unfortunately, many college students rely on what Rush calls a “mental budget.” They may have a general idea of how much they should spend, but few have a written plan or consistently track where their money goes. Without those practices, students may watch their bank balances fall more quickly than expected without understanding why. A written budget allows them to compare what they intended to spend with what they actually spent. College expenses may feel irregular, but that makes budgeting more important—not less. Learning to plan, track, and adjust now can establish habits that continue long after graduation. Understand the Value of Time One of the most important financial concepts for college students is the time value of money. When someone saves or invests, time can become a powerful advantage. Even modest amounts accumulated consistently may grow significantly over a long period. That means college students do not necessarily need large incomes to begin building healthy financial habits. They need to begin early. Psalm 90:12 says, “Teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” Ephesians 5:15–16 similarly encourages believers to walk wisely and make the best use of their time. Students can apply that wisdom by beginning to save, give, and manage money faithfully while they are young. The earlier those practices begin, the more time they have to shape a lifetime of stewardship. However, time does not always work in a student's favor. Time benefits savers and investors, but it can work against borrowers. The longer the debt remains unpaid, the more interest it may accumulate. Avoiding unnecessary consumer debt during college can therefore be just as important as beginning to save. Recognize the Momentum of Small Purchases Money moves quickly in college. Students may understand major expenses such as tuition, transportation, or textbooks, yet underestimate the effect of frequent smaller purchases. Coffee, restaurant meals, streaming subscriptions, delivery fees, and spontaneous outings may not seem significant individually, but together they can consume a large portion of a student's budget. The problem is often not one unusually large purchase. It is the sheer number of transactions. Tracking expenses helps students recognize this momentum before it overwhelms their finances. A budgeting app can be especially helpful for students who rarely use cash and manage most of their financial lives digitally. The FaithFi app, for example, allows users to create a customized spending plan, organize transactions, and choose a money-management approach that fits their needs. The goal is not simply to restrict spending but to help students see clearly where their money is going. Create a Plan for Financial Independence Parents and students should also discuss when specific financial responsibilities will transfer from one to the other. Rather than leaving those expectations unclear, families can create a gradual plan for independence. They might determine when the student will begin paying for expenses such as: Gas Clothing Entertainment Cell phone service Insurance Groceries or meals Transportation costs Parents and students are on the same team, but every team needs a game plan. Clear communication about which expenses belong to the student—and when that responsibility begins—can prevent confusion and unnecessary tension. Once students begin managing their own expenses, it may also be appropriate for them to open an individual bank account. This gives them an opportunity to practice budgeting, monitor transactions, and take ownership of their financial decisions. Approach Credit Carefully College can also be a reasonable time to begin establishing credit, provided the student is prepared to use it responsibly. One possible starting point is a secured credit card. These cards generally require a refundable deposit that serves as collateral for the credit issuer. Students can then use the card for one predictable expense, such as gasoline, and pay the balance in full every month. Using a card for a limited, budgeted expense can help prevent overspending while gradually establishing a credit history. However, building credit should never become an excuse to carry debt. If a student cannot pay the entire balance each month, the card may be doing more harm than good. The objective is to demonstrate responsible payment habits—not to finance a lifestyle the student cannot afford. Find Flexible, Meaningful Work Income is another important part of a college budget. A consistent part-time job can help students cover expenses while teaching discipline, responsibility, and time management. The ideal position offers a strong return for the student's time while providing enough flexibility to accommodate classes and coursework. This may include traditional campus employment, but students can also consider opportunities such as refereeing youth sports, tutoring, providing haircuts, doing freelance work, or offering another practical service. Whenever possible, students may also benefit from finding work related to their field of study. A nursing student working in a hospital, for example, may gain professional experience while earning income. The goal is not simply to make as much money as possible. It is to find work that supports the student's education and contributes to long-term growth. Avoid the Promise of Financial Shortcuts One of the most dangerous temptations facing students is the promise of a quick financial return with little effort or sacrifice. That temptation can appear through speculative investments, online schemes, or sports betting. The rapid growth of sports betting on college campuses is particularly concerning because it can become addictive and lead students into escalating financial losses. 1 Timothy 6:9 warns, “Those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction.” Wise stewardship does not attempt to bypass time. It embraces patience, discipline, and steady faithfulness. Proverbs 13:11 says, “Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.” Students should be skeptical of any opportunity promising extraordinary rewards without meaningful work, risk, or patience. Biblical wisdom points instead toward consistent saving, honest labor, careful planning, and contentment. Faithfulness Begins With the Next Decision College students may not have large incomes, extensive savings, or predictable expenses. But they do have an opportunity to begin practicing faithful stewardship. A simple written budget, honest conversations with parents, cautious use of credit, steady work, and resistance to financial shortcuts can establish habits that serve them for decades. The goal is not financial perfection. It is learning to manage what God has provided with wisdom and faithfulness—one decision at a time. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions: Is there a tax limit on how much I can give my child, and does that apply if I'm helping pay her student loans? Also, could I set up a personal loan for my daughter so she can repay me over time at a lower interest rate than the 8%-plus she's currently paying on her federal student loans? Resources Mentioned: Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner) Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob West Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety Rich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich Fool Find a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA) FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College students may be pros at pulling off last-minute study sessions, but when it comes to finances, cramming just doesn’t cut it. We often say that everyone needs a budget, and for college students, that might be even more crucial. On the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West and Dr. Kelly Rush share practical budgeting advice every college student should hear. Then, it’s your financial questions. That’s Faith & Finance Live, where biblical wisdom meets today’s finances, weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you looking for someone to come alongside you and help give you guidance in your life?On this episode of Giving Your Best Life, my mentee Sarah Vessely and I discuss what it's like to have a mentorship.We answer questions such as:What should I look for in a mentor?How do I ask someone to be my mentor?How often should we meet?What should I talk about with my mentor?Is it important to meet in person?Having a mentor for guidance and wisdom is just one way you can get to giving your best life!Let's connect!Follow me on TikTok and Instagram @givingyourbestlifeJoin me on YouTubeShop my books hereWith gratitude, Stephanie❤️

David Finkelstein is an 83-year-old former criminal attorney turned fitness inspiration who's redefining what aging looks like. While most people his age are slowing down, Dave is speeding up, lifting, moving, and living with more strength and clarity than he had in his forties. After decades in the courtroom, Dave put away his briefcase, hung up his business suits and picked up a new mission: unlocking the secrets of lifelong strength, vitality, and resilience. Both mentally and physically. Rado Pagac is an award-winning bodybuilder, elite personal trainer, and recovery coach. By combining fitness coaching with high-level science, he empowers active seniors to defy age-related decline and helps individuals in recovery sustain long-term sobriety. Co-author of "A Better Me, A Better You", Rado survived a difficult childhood in Slovakia to build a life centered on physical and mental resilience. He provides the definitive blueprint for building strength, overcoming addiction, and sustaining vitality at any age. In episode 693 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what habits from your 20s and 30s eventually caught up with David, why he waited until ago 60 for his transformation, how Rado escaped a difficult childhood in Slovakia and built a career around health and resilience, why college students shouldn't wait until later to get healthy, how you can improve your long term health in 15 minutes a day, the three biggest health mistakes college students make, one exercise every college student should master before they graduate, why strength training so important for long-term health, why energy drinks are so problematic, and how being kind to other people actually improve your own health. Enjoy!

What if college student development is more complex than our traditional theories suggest? In this episode, we talk with the authors of Exploring Complexities in College Student Development: Critical Lessons from Researching Students' Journeys about the lessons they've learned from years of research and hundreds of student stories. Together, we explore how students make meaning of their experiences, challenge long-held assumptions, and consider new ways educators can support student growth in today's evolving higher education landscape. The post Exploring Complexities in College Student Development appeared first on Student Affairs NOW.

College tours are exciting—but for families managing food allergies, one question can shape every decision: Will my student be able to live and eat safely here? In this special solo episode, FAACT's Roundtable host and Vice President of Community Relations, Caroline Moassessi, shares the essential questions to ask, the conversations to have, and the planning that can help your student find a college where they can live, learn, and thrive with confidence. Resources to keep you in the know:FAACT's College Resource CenterFAACT's Private Facebook group for Parents/Caregivers of High School and College Students with Food AllergiesFor Parents/Caregivers: College ChecklistsFor Students: College ChecklistsLegal Considerations (College)FAACT's Roundtable Podcasts:Ep. 172: College Series, Part 4 - Emergencies Happen Ep. 171: College Series, Part 3 - Going OutEp. 170: College Series, Part 2 - Defining Safe at CollegeEp. 169: College Series, Part 1 - RoommatesYou can find FAACT's Roundtable Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Spotify, Podbay, iHeart Radio, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Threads, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube.Sponsored by: DBV TechnologiesThanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

Dr. Imogene Drakes is a career scientist, spiritual researcher, and international speaker. She grew up in Guyana's multicultural society before moving to the United States in 1989. Her early passion for science led to a journey that would take her across six continents in search of the truth about religion, mythology, and science. Dr. Drakes managed clinical and forensic analyses in Guyana and served as lecturer for the Guyana Police Academy. After relocating to the US, she worked in clinical laboratory science, retiring as a Laboratory Director in 2025. Her diverse interests include teaching public health at SUNY Downstate, singing in a gospel choir, and volunteering as a board member in her community. Dr. Drakes has been recognized for outstanding community service and has presented at major medical society meetings, including as the opening presenter of the 2024 Annual Meeting of the Vermont Medical Society. Dr. Drakes is the author of "Around the World in 42 Days". In episode 692 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what lessons from her multicultural upbringing continues to shape her worldview today, what were the key decisions that shaped your professional path, what inspired her to take a solo journey through 10 countries and 11 ancient sites in just 42 days, what her travels taught her about uncertainty and self-discovery, how college students can find meaning and growth even if they don't have the resources to travel around the world, what are some simple techniques students can use when they're feeling overwhelmed, how to pause when feeling peer pressure and make better decisions in those moments, how to create cultures where people feel safe speaking up when something doesn't feel right, an example of public health achievements that came through laws and policies that most people never think about, and questions about life and purpose students are asking today that she thinks deserve more attention. Enjoy!

Wondering how Christian Science fits into your life? This week's guest, William Whittenbury, shares how studying Christian Science—and making it his own as a young adult—actually propelled his spiritual growth and supported his studies in college and grad school.

It's way too common for therapists to feel confused and frustrated with their model. Many counselors feel like their models work for some but feel hopeless with certain clients. Worst of all is when therapists feel like a "rent-a-friend" instead of a catalyst for change. I'm Dr. Jordan Harris, and I help therapists move from "lost" to "confident" by mastering the meta-skills of clinical excellence. My approach isn't about learning another model—it's about knowing when and how to use the tools you already have to create deeper, more transformative emotional encounters. In my trainings, we focus on four key pillars: Motivation: Working with (not against) client resistance. Persuasion: Engaging clients so they show up hopeful and ready. Experiencing: Moving past surface-level talk into deep emotional work. Body Language: Reading non-verbal cues for true clinical attunement.

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Send us Fan MailWhat if the greatest measure of success in youth ministry isn't getting students to graduation......it's what happens after they leave?Every youth pastor has watched it happen. A student who was faithful all through high school slowly disappears during their first semester of college. Rarely is it one dramatic decision. More often it's loneliness, distraction, isolation, and never learning how to follow Jesus without someone planning their spiritual life.In this episode, Zac Workun sits down with Paul Worcester (North American Mission Board) to explore what college ministry leaders see every fall—and what youth pastors can do before graduation to help students develop a faith that actually lasts.Together they unpack why the first 90 days of college are one of the most important windows in a student's spiritual life, how discipleship must move beyond teaching into training, and why smaller discipleship groups may be one of the missing pieces in modern youth ministry.

In this episode of Voices of Student Success, Inside Higher Ed's podcast series exploring what really shapes students' experiences, Sara Weissman, senior reporter at IHE, joins student success reporter, Joshua Bay. For generations, colleges were largely designed around the idea of an 18-year-old who enrolled straight out of high school, attended full time and followed a relatively linear path to graduation. But today's students increasingly look different. In this episode, they explore who today's college students really are, how higher education demographics have changed and why institutions are being challenged to rethink the traditional student model.

Maryann, aka DJ Que Madre, is a role model for us all. She is an amazing DJ as well as a mother and community organizer for Better Transportation LA. Today, Paulina and Maryann cover it all from her DJ career to getting ready to send her daughter off to college. They also talk through Maryann's role at First Fridays, and how she's helping to make the event bigger and better than ever.    Super Mamás  IG: @_supermamas  Facebook: Super Mamás  Twitter: @_supermamas   Website: http://supermamas.com/    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When colleges and universities think about student well-being, the conversation often begins and ends with counseling centers. But what if student well-being is much broader than mental health services alone? In this episode of On Campus, Dr. Maithreyi Gopalan, Associate Professor at the University of Oregon, for a discussion about how institutions can build a campus-wide approach to student well-being by focusing on belonging, connection, and student flourishing. Based on her research, Dr. Gopalan explains why a student's sense of belonging is strongly connected to persistence, graduation, academic success, and mental health outcomes. The conversation explores practical strategies for higher education leaders, including measuring belonging as an institutional outcome, conducting regular student pulse checks, strengthening advising and first-year experiences, and creating meaningful connections throughout the student journey. Dr. Gopalan also discusses the role faculty play as "first responders" in supporting students, the importance of equity-centered well-being initiatives, and why institutions must move beyond reactive approaches to create environments where all students can thrive. Whether you're a student affairs professional, faculty member, administrator, or higher education leader, this episode offers research-based insights for building a more supportive and successful campus community.  Resources Gopalan, M., & Brady, S. T. (2020). College Students' Sense of Belonging: A National Perspective. Educational Researcher, 49(2), 134 137. https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r01/___https://doi.org/10.3102/0013189X19897622___.YzJ1OmNpdGlwcm9ncmFtMTpjOm86NjgwOGY4OTBmZjYyNzJkNjA4YjdkM2YwMDYwMTgyODY6NzowMzMxOjYxYmQ2ZGQxMTU1N2ExYzI5YmVmYTQ0MmYyNGMxNmE4M2YzMmMzZjUwMmU4YWZjOWRiNWFjYWJjMmU5MDQ3NjQ6dDpUOkY Gopalan, M., Linden-Carmichael, A. Lanza, S. (2022). College Students' Sense of Belonging and Mental Health Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic, Journal of Adolescent Health, 70(2), 228-233. https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r01/___https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2021.10.010___.YzJ1OmNpdGlwcm9ncmFtMTpjOm86NjgwOGY4OTBmZjYyNzJkNjA4YjdkM2YwMDYwMTgyODY6NzpjOTJiOjRmN2IxNTc1Mjc3MWIxYmYxZjA5MDIzNDIyZDcwN2FiY2E2ZmExYzgwZmMxNjdhZGQ2MmE1ZTFlMWZlYWY1OWY6dDpUOkY Murphy, M.C., Gopalan, M., Carter, E. R., Emerson, K. T. U., Bottoms, B. L., and Walton, G.M., (2020). A customized belonging intervention improves retention of socially disadvantaged students at a broad-access university Science Advances, 6(29). DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aba4677 Walton, & Cohen. (2007). A question of belonging: Race, social fit, and achievement. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 92(1), 82. https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r01/___https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.92.1.82___.YzJ1OmNpdGlwcm9ncmFtMTpjOm86NjgwOGY4OTBmZjYyNzJkNjA4YjdkM2YwMDYwMTgyODY6NzpiZmI3OmM5YmYwYTY2YmE3ZGQxMzY0MzM1ZTg2OWIwYjBkNTZmYzNmMGEyNzhkMmQ5ZThiZGEzZTc2M2ZiZTY0NDkzMjA6dDpUOkY 

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 Students from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in Lancaster won a national manufacturing competition, bringing home the grand prize of $100,000.Big Boy generated some big numbers for the Scranton area during its two-week stay at the Steamtown National Historic Site. As part of America's 250th birthday, there's a renewed interest in the Declaration of Independence. Philadelphia has more versions of the Declaration of Independence on display than any other city.Six projects across Cumberland County are receiving more than $750,000 in grant funding. Many of the recipients are using the money to improve or host sporting events.Former Pennsylvania State Senator Shirley Kitchen, who died last weekend, is being remembered as a tireless advocate for her district in North Philadelphia.Hundreds of people gathered Wednesday to remember Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael Pahira Jr, who was struck and killed by a tractor trailer along I-81 in Schuylkill County on July 1st. In Lancaster County, a 19-year-old man was killed when he lost control of his electric unicycle and was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Route 322 Wednesday morning.The National Weather Service confirms a tornado touched down in Perry County, this past Sunday evening, July 5th.The York County Commissioners have issued a disaster declaration following severe storms over the July 4th weekend.The Penn State Extension now has a toll-free hotline that provides the latest ag news. Callers can hear updates on the latest crop production, weather outlook, and disease and pest management issues facing crop producers in the state. Lawmakers in the state House have overwhelmingly approved a bill to provide opportunities for hunter-trapper education in Pennsylvania schools. The bill calls for the Pennsylvania Game Commission to develop the program for students in grades 6 through 12. Saturday is the start of the 40th annual ChambersFest in Chambersburg, Franklin County. The event started as a way to commemorate the town's historic rebuilding in 1864.And now it's time for our weekly segment called The Bright Spot. Every Friday, I'll share a positive news story that may have gotten lost amid this week's news cycle.  Today's bright spot is this: It's that time of the year, when hikers attempting thru-hikes on the Appalachian Trail, are passing through Pennsylvania. Luzerne County native Hunter Lacomis is one of them. He was inspired by his uncles to take the trek through 14 states along the East Coast. It's been one year since public media's federal funding was revoked. Thanks to our community, we're still here for you and looking toward the future. Join the thousands of members who are building a stronger WITF. Go to  www.witf.org/givenow. And thank you. 

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(Jul 6, 2026) Opponents of a potential new nuclear reactor in St. Lawrence County rallied last week in Massena; local hospital employees are worried as the blood donor center in Plattsburgh is scheduled to close on Friday; and we hear about what it's like to tutor community college students in Franklin County.

I interviewed Oregon Reality Lab founder Donna Davis, which is The University of Oregon's Immersive Media Research & Education Lab. We chatted on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Augmented World Expo in Long Beach, California. This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

No matter your age, gratitude is an important part of life. It's easy to remember to thank some people - especially those you love and those who you see often. But there are so many people who work behind the scenes to make our lives better - we don't want to forget to thank them for their hard work and make them feel seen and loved.Being grateful and loving others is just another way for you to get to giving your best life.Let's connect!Follow me on TikTok @givingyourbestlifeJoin me on YouTubeShop my books hereWith gratitude, Stephanie❤️

e welcome Drew Lurker to the podcast this week from CollegeSource. We discuss the evolving landscape of transfer credit evaluation, articulation agreements, and degree attainment in higher education. They explore how institutions are using technology, shared data systems, and statewide transfer initiatives to create more transparent, consistent, and student-centered pathways—while also reducing administrative burden and improving operational efficiency. The conversation also examines the growing role of AI in transcript evaluation and transfer processes, highlighting both the opportunities and the risks of accelerating decision-making without losing critical human judgment and context. Ultimately, it's a discussion about designing systems that don't just move faster, but better support student progress, trust, and long-term success. Guest Name: Drew Lurker - Client Strategy Executive at CollegeSource Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: With 15+ years in higher education, Drew Lurker brings a wealth of experience to his role as Client Strategy Executive at CollegeSource Inc. He is skilled in student information systems, degree audit and planning (uAchieve), transfer articulation (TES), and data analysis. Prior to his current role, Drew served as Assistant Vice President for Student Records and College Wide Registrar at Ivy Tech Community College. In this role, he spearheaded initiatives to improve degree audit, transfer articulation, and skills-based hiring. This included leading the implementation of  Equivalency Manager within TES, resulting in over 31,000 established equivalencies. Drew also guided efforts to utilize degree audit data to increase credential awards; Ivy Tech awarded over 34,000 credentials this past academic year, an increase of 19,000 credentials per year in 8 years. He also played a key role in implementing Ivy Tech's Learning and Employment Record (LER) and micro-credentials to increase students' ability to engage in skills-based hiring. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pilar Herreros is a certified Life Coach, Meditation and Reiki specialist, former professional dancer, and one of Miami's Pilates precursors. Her passion lies in inspiring her clients and taking them on an inner journey to remember and recognize the Truth that lies within all of us. Pilar provides private, virtual, and group sessions where she shares her unique personal techniques, so you can practice anytime, anywhere to instantly restore harmony, balance, and peace back into your life. In episode 688 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what happened during Pilar's school years that caused her to lose her smile, advice for college students who don't fit in, how 5 minutes can change your life, the warning signs of stress in college, the misconceptions of mindfulness, how to incorporate mindfulness for busy college students, why we are not our thoughts, how posture can affect your confidence, and an example of Pilar's one minute reset. Enjoy!

If you have a college-aged adult child who's creating distance between you, you're not alone. Why do young adults suddenly go from frequent voluntary contact and "I love you" to feeling "smothered"? And how should parents respond? In this episode featuring a recording from a past Q&A call, podcast host Tina Gilbertson, LPC, tackles the problem of college cutoff. You'll hear one family's story that might resemble your own in this essential episode for parents of college-aged adult children. For evidence-based information on estrangement, and tools to repair a troubled parent-adult child relationship, read host Tina Gilbertson's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. https://amzn.to/2ZhetMe Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. https://reconnectionclub.com Follow Tina Gilbertson on Substack https://tinagilbertson.substack.com EPISODE LINKS: The Reconnection Club Podcast https://reconnectionclub.com/category/podcast/ The Reconnection Club https://reconnectionclub.com For members: The Reconnection Club Resource Library https://reconnectionclub.com/library

Your clutter affects more than just your physical space - it causes you mental and emotional stress as well. As a professional organizer, I share my tips on helping you declutter whether you're in the moving process or you just want to live a bit more minimalistic and simplistic.The stuff that is causing you stress can be used to help others by donating your books to a local library or giving items to a good cause that's close to your heart. Getting rid of your extra stuff won't just help clear your room (& your head), but it can be used to help others live better too!Let's connect!Follow me on TikTok @givingyourbestlifeJoin me on YouTubeShop my books hereWith gratitude, Stephanie❤️

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Canadian political strategist, attorney and best-selling author Warren Kinsella described a highly organized, well-funded international effort to spread antisemitic propaganda and delegitimize Israel in the wake of the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre, during a recent interview with Alan Skorski. Kinsella, whose new book “The Hidden Hand: The Information War And The Rise Of Antisemitic Propaganda” is a national best-seller, pointed to the rapid emergence of 2,500 protests worldwide — even as Israel was still identifying its dead, injured and kidnapped — as evidence that the demonstrations were not organic expressions of outrage but part of a premeditated campaign. “The sameness in the protests with the same slogans and messages, even if in different languages, the professional signs, and their acting in a way that was almost with military precision,” Kinsella said. He cited toolkits distributed by groups like Students for Justice in Palestine that instructed participants on whom to call if arrested and assured them that legal expenses would be covered. “It was the organization, money, and coherence that you just don't see in an organic spontaneous response to an event. It was clear that this was a ‘campaign,'” he added. Kinsella traced elements of the strategy back decades, referencing a 1993 meeting between American Jewish activist Gary Wexler and Israeli-Arab NGO leader Ameer Makhoul around the time of the Oslo Accords. According to Kinsella, Makhoul told Wexler that Palestinians would mirror and surpass Zionist campus activism, summer programs in refugee camps, global organizations and PR efforts — ultimately securing more media coverage. “They watched Jewish activism for decades, including programs like Birthright, and created their own infrastructure to dominate an information war against Israel,” Kinsella said. The author emphasized that young people have been prime targets of Hamas and its allies in Iran, Russia and Qatar. He cited a Harris poll showing that 70% of young Americans were more sympathetic to Hamas than to Israel following the Oct. 7 atrocities. Kinsella highlighted Hamas's “binary communication strategy,” noting the terror group's ability to livestream its horrors for recruitment among Arab and Muslim audiences while simultaneously denying responsibility for the massacre and blaming Israel to Western audiences. On the political front, Kinsella wrote that activists understand city councils do not set foreign policy but serve as “pillars and building blocks” that can influence higher offices and ultimately shape federal policy. He rejected claims that criticism of Israel is merely about policy, stating the campaign is rooted in antisemitism. Kinsella also debunked the blood libel accusing Israel of “genocide” in Gaza, describing Hamas as experts at provoking Israeli responses that produce civilian casualties for propaganda purposes. A prime example of media bias cited in the book occurred during President Joe Biden's visit to Israel in solidarity after Oct. 7. A rocket struck a Gaza hospital that day, prompting immediate headlines from The New York Times and other outlets accusing Israel of bombing the facility and killing hundreds. The story was later corrected — the hospital was barely damaged, casualties were minimal, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad was responsible — but the damage had already been done globally. Kinsella recently visited Israel for the premiere of his upcoming documentary “The Campaign,” based on the book, which examines the effort to delegitimize Israel, threaten Jewish communities worldwide and undermine Western democracy. “First they come for the Saturday people, then they come for the Sunday people,” Kinsella warned. -VIN News Watch the Interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FARX18QRslI&t=14s Watch the Trailer for Waren Kinsella's upcoming documentary, The Campaign: https://www.campaigndoc.com/ Alan Skorski Reports 24JUNE2026 - PODCAST

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Biden takes another loss, costly vet bills sting pet owners, Boortz at 4! Iran’s latest deception exposed, President Trump gets under the skin of a hot-tempered Italian, Rick Jackson earns major gubernatorial endorsements, Are You Smarter Than a College Student?, HCIS, and Pete’s Tweets! Don't miss it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Janice McCabe shares her research on campus loneliness and college friendship networks on episode 627 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode The previous surgeon general, among others, have declared a loneliness crisis facing the United States, and, in fact, the highest rates are among young adults. -Janice McCabe Many people that I interviewed told me how they felt like everyone else either had more friends than them, had better friends than them, was having more fun than them, along those lines. -Janice McCabe Something I hear from students a lot is just this appreciation for taking friendship seriously in students’ lives. And so that’s something that professors, teachers, college administrators can do. -Janice McCabe Students often say they don’t really like group projects, but then, that was a place that many of the friendships that formed in classes that I saw formed. -Janice McCabe Resources Making, Keeping, and Losing Friends: How Campuses Shape College Students’ Networks by Janice McCabe Connecting in College: How Friendship Networks Matter for Academic and Social Success by Janice McCabe Janice McCabe at Dartmouth What Friendship Network Type Are You? (PDF) I Study Friendship. Here’s How You Make Lasting Friends by Janice McCabe, The New York Times The Friendship Advice Experts Swear By by Catherine Pearson, The New York Times Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community Community of Inquiry framework Propinquity (Wikipedia) Homophily (Wikipedia) Peter Felten Network Weaving as an Antidote to Imposter Syndrome Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship podcast

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3045: Dr. Susan Chanderbhan explores how parents can support a college student without limiting their growth, emphasizing the importance of clear expectations, healthy boundaries, and mutual respect. She also explains when it's appropriate to step in and when allowing natural consequences can help young adults develop independence and responsibility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chandpsych.com/blog/wise-parents-guide-to-love-and-care-of-college-students Quotes to ponder: "It's important to have those conversations ahead of time. Make sure you have a clear, respectful conversation with your child about your expectations." "Ask yourself: What's the motivation for this? Is this from a place of me wanting my child to do or accomplish something based on a vision I have for their lives?" "If your child is living up to your expectations while they're away, it's okay to give them more freedom and independence." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it actually take to create a campus where students feel supported, seen, and connected? In Part 2, we continue our discussion with Briana Maturi and Trinity Jones from Loyola Marymount University, diving deeper into the emotional side of student affairs, campus culture, and the behind-the-scenes work that shapes the student experience. From late-night student conversations to finals-week decompression zones filled with pancakes, popcorn, and hot chocolate, this episode highlights the small moments that leave lasting impact on students long after graduation. Briana shares what 20 years in higher education has taught her about leadership, mission-driven work, and adapting to changing student needs, while Trinity reflects on transitioning from graduate student to full-time student affairs professional and creating spaces where students truly feel like they belong. Connect with Briana Maturi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianamaturi/ Connect with Trinity Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trinity-jones000/ If you need branded solutions for your events, giveaways and employee engagement, check out Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com

Pastor Zellner explains and discusses the Eighth Commandment - Stealing. What is stealing? What does obeying the Eighth Commandment look like in the life of a College Student? Is this commandment deeper than just stealing someone's property? Is private property biblical? How does giving and tithing fit into this commandment?

While every brand was raising prices during inflation, Elina Wang cut hers—and nearly tripled revenue. The co-founder of ESW Beauty turned a juice bar epiphany and a $25,000 bank loan into a $20 million business across 10,000 retail doors, fully bootstrapped and profitable from day one. She did it by making the contrarian bet on retail-first when every founder around her was chasing DTC—then survived Covid wiping out every purchase order overnight while going through a co-founder breakup at the same time. In this interview, Elina breaks down the real cost of getting into major retail, why she deliberately chose wholesale over DTC from day one, and the pricing move that took ESW Beauty from $4 million to $11 million in revenue. What you'll learn in this interview: • Why she bet on retail over DTC from day one—with just $5,000 left after her first trade show • How a $25,000 SBA loan, a scrappy juice bar booth, and aggressive hallway pitching landed $250K in purchase orders • The contrarian pricing move: why cutting price from $6 to $4.99 per mask nearly tripled revenue • How Covid wiped out every PO overnight—and how Faire and gifting programs kept the business alive • Why 95% wholesale requires 70%+ gross margins—and the hidden retail fees most founders discover too late • The in-store promotional math: clip strips, end caps, and PDQ displays that cost $25–75K each but drive real velocity • How she navigated building a business with her co-founder after they broke up—and why they kept going anyway • Why it took three years of persistence to crack Target—and what metrics finally convinced the buyer • The leadership shift every founder dreads: how she learned to let go and trust a team after running everything herself • What she'd tell founders about choosing a co-founder before anything else If you're building a CPG or beauty brand, trying to crack retail without burning through cash, or wondering what profitable bootstrapped growth at eight figures actually looks like, this conversation will fundamentally change how you think about distribution, pricing strategy, and what it takes to survive the moments that would end most companies. SAVE 50% ON OMNISEND FOR 3 MONTHS Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend with the code FOUNDR50. Just head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://your.omnisend.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started. WANT TO GROW YOUR BRAND WITH META ADS? Join the Foundr Operators Waitlist → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/operators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → Already have a store? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH ELINA WANG Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/esw.beauty/ Website → ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eswbeauty.com/ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/podcast⁠