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This episode kicks off a series of conversations that originated with the DEI Symposium, held at NCDA's 2025 Global Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Cheryl Love leads a panel discussion of the challenges and strategies for providing career services amid today's social and political turmoil. The panel - including Dr. Natasha Barnes-Gwynn, Dr. Frank Gorritz, and Ruben Britt - shares insights into the impact of the current political and social climate on career development. The discussion emphasizes the importance of wellness, cultural competence, empathy, and advocacy for minoritized communities. The speakers also highlight the role of career counselors as frontline responders, providing not just career advice but also emotional and psychological support to their students and clients. The episode concludes with a call to action for practitioners to join the NCDA's Diversity Initiative and Cultural Inclusion (DICI) committee and contribute to the ongoing movement for social justice and equity in career development.Dr. Cheryl Love is a Career Counselor and a College Specialist for the Arts, Humanities, School of Education and School of Public Policy in the Career Center at the University of California, Riverside. In this role she also serves as the Liaison to the African Student Programs, the Black Student Success Initiative, Basic Needs, UCR Transfer Work Group, and the Kessler Scholar Program. Dr. Natasha Barnes-Gwynn, CCC, NCC, FCD-I is a Clinical Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. She also serves as a career consultant through her private practice, Increasing Our Understanding (I.O.U.) Consultation, LLC. Dr. Barnes-Gwynn is a newly appointed board member for the Council of Accreditation and Related Educational Programs.Dr. Frank Gorritz FitzSimons, LPC, is a counselor educator in Florida. He is a nationally recognized scholar and counselor educator on topics including providing affirmative counseling care to queer and transgender communities of color, providing multicultural supervision, utilizing diverse approaches to counseling work, as well as addressing and disrupting white supremacy in counselor education. Ruben Britt, Jr. is an educator, author, lecturer, and nationally certified career counselor with over 49 years of experience in education as both a teacher and career planning counselor. A nationally recognized expert on career coaching and educational issues, Ruben has served as a consultant for the U.S. Department of Education, the Educational Testing Service, the New Jersey Department of Higher Education, and several colleges and community organizations. ResourcesNCDA's DICI CommitteeDEI Symposium 2026 - Proposal Submissions FormNCDA Social Justice Resources

When North Carolina summer turns to fall, an old tradition finds new life at the State Fair. In this episode, Shoresides talks with farmer Pat Short to learn about a tobacco stringing contest where participants bundle tobacco leaves onto sticks, in a process that's been an art here for generations.  Links and Resources:North Carolina State Fair Tobacco Stringing Contest – NC Department of Agriculture blog post on the contest's history and significancedeepfried.ncstatefair.orgdeepfried.ncstatefair.org“From Field to Fair: the ‘Commissioner's tobacco' gets special treatment” – Article on how a dedicated tobacco crop is grown for the State Fair's stringing contestblog.ncagr.govblog.ncagr.gov.Ph.D. Student Maggie Short: Looping Back to Tobacco – NC State University story featuring Pat Short and his daughter on preserving tobacco heritagecals.ncsu.educals.ncsu.edu.Annual State Fair tobacco looping contest press release – NCDA&CS press release (Oct 2025) with background on the contest and the tradition of tobacco curingncagr.govncagr.gov.Deep Fried Blog – Tobacco barn turns 20 – State Fair blog describing the contest's community atmosphere and champion teamsdeepfried.ncstatefair.orgdeepfried.ncstatefair.org.

In this episode, Elle O'Flaherty, Co-Chair of NCDA's Government Relations Committee, hosts a conversation with Emily M. Dickens, Chief of Staff, Head of Government Affairs, and Corporate Secretary for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the current labor market, focusing on SHRM's Education-to-Employment (E2) Initiative, designed to bridge the talent gap through collaboration among various stakeholders including schools, employers, policymakers, and career development professionals. Emily emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning, and discusses the untapped potential in diverse workforce segments such as people with disabilities and formerly incarcerated individuals. She also underscores the role of artificial intelligence and demographic shifts in shaping the future workforce.Elle O'Flaherty, JD, PCC, CCSP, ACCG is the Founder & CEO, Interlace Solutions Coaching. She is a speaker and coach known for her science-based and hyper-practical presentations, and a pioneer in inclusive leadership and neurodiverse workforce development with a specialization in ADHD coaching. Emily M. Dickens, J.D., is an accomplished attorney, strategist, and senior executive at the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) - the world's largest HR trade association - where is serves as Chief of Staff, Head of Government Affairs and Corporate Secretary. In her role, Dickens oversees SHRM's advocacy and policy agenda, guiding the work of the “A-Team,” a 300,000-member grassroots network of HR professionals who shape workplace policy nationwide. She has executive oversight for four divisions: corporate governance, government affairs and policy, legal and administrative affairs, and the SHRM Foundation.ResourcesSHRM Toolkits

In this episode, Dr. Pankaj Desai, Ellen Zold Goldman, and Leigh Oliveras from NCDA's International Student Services Committee (ISSC) introduce the annual ISSC Mini-Conference taking place on Friday, August 8, 10:00-4:00pm CST.The conference theme – Cultivating Confidence and Career Readiness in a Changing World – includes presentations related to a strengths-based micro-coaching model tailored for Gen Z international students, a micro-session on valuable topics such as NCDA Credentialing, the International Student Resource Guide, leveraging AI for career practitioners, strategies for enhancing campus collaboration, developing cultural competence as career coaches, immigration updates, and more. The discussion also includes information about the International Student Services Committee and how you can get involved. Registration is free and open to all NCDA members. Attendance earns up to 5 CEs.Registration FormInformation and AgendaJoin the NCDA ISSC Committee (Interest Form)  ResourcesISSC and other NCDA CommitteesISSC YouTube ChannelDr. Pankaj Desai currently serves The Career Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as the Senior Assistant Director for Inclusion Initiatives. Multiculturalism in higher education, career education, international student support, globalization in education, college student persistence and engagement, and student development are some of his areas of interest. Dr. Desai currently serves the NCDA ISSC as the Chair of the annual mini-conference planning committee within the Professional Development and Community Connections Team. Dr. Desai is honored to be also a part of the 2026 cohort of the NCDA Leadership Academy.Ellen Zold Goldman is the Co-Chair of the NCDA ISSC and Associate Director of Career Design at Northeastern University, where she specializes in career counseling and programming for international students. She also served as an NCDA conference proposal reviewer and currently serves on the NCDA Higher Education Advisory Board for the Higher Ed Career Counselors and Specialists Constituency. Combining her love of cross-cultural work with experiential education, her background includes teaching a Working in the U.S. course for international students, advising Malaysian government-sponsored students, and supporting home country co-op programs. She was a J1 Alternate Responsible Officer, oversaw study abroad, and volunteered with refugees in an early employment program. Her M.Ed. in College Student Development and Counseling focused on cross-cultural counseling, international student support, and career development.Leigh Oliveras is the Associate Director of Career Services at Carnegie Mellon University, Silicon Valley. She is a career consultant who is passionate about helping students see their strengths and how they can create positive change in their community. Leigh serves as the Co-Chair of the NCDA International Student Services Committee (ISSC) for 2024-2026. She holds a master's degree in Organization and Leadership with a concentration in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of San Francisco.

Send us a textAdam Lally had to explain his glaring incompetence in a murder case, unfortunately it was not in the Karen Read trial. The Norfolk County District attorney's office is both corrupt and incompetent.  It is difficult to determine which crappy decision, lead to the intersection of incompetence and corruption, yet here we are.The NCDA's doesn't even have a professional case management system, which contributes to this ongoing fiasco, but the ADA's would not have the incompetent defense to hide behind, when called out on the endless madness, if they spent $95.00 a month for the programAdam Lally on the stand is every state or city employee, who simply doesn't want to do their job, obstinate, hostile and thick headed. Welcome to Massachusetts!!LTL Media-https://bit.ly/45orIOMTrial TV-https://bit.ly/4m7DTprX-bcpbeantown Email-barry@bostonconfidential.net

In this podcast episode, Melissa Venable hosts a discussion on mentoring relationships with Dr. Sharon Givens and Rasha Madkour. Sharon, a former NCDA president, and Rasha, a career coach from Saudi Arabia, share their cross-continental mentoring journey. They detail how their mentoring relationship began through a formal NCDA program and evolved organically. Both talk about the mutual benefits and growth they experienced, including Rasha becoming an instructor and learning to market her practice. Sharon and Rasha emphasize the importance of trust, commitment, and the potential future of mentoring programs, especially with the aid of emerging technologies. They conclude by discussing the value of their relationship and its ongoing positive impact.Dr. Sharon Givens is a psychotherapist specializing in individual, family and group therapy. Among her areas of expertise are career and work issues, depression, domestic violence and depression. In addition to being a therapist, Dr. Givens is a life coach, career counselor, and a  prominent career development consultant that has presented at global and national conferences speaking on the topics of self concept, career exploration and integrating mental health and career development. Sharon is also the former president of the National Career Development Association.Radha Madkour is a CCSP credential holder and FCD instructor certified by (NCDA), and ACC certified career and team coach (ICF) with a pharmaceutical background and more than 20 years experience as a sales manager and trainer in a multinational company. Her diversified experience in coaching and training makes her passionate about supporting partner clients (individuals & students) to find their career pathways, unleash their potential for career development and career transition. Rasha supports team members in organizations to develop better alignment and performance to achieve their goals.

in this episode i bring on the captain of the angel city vipers representing the ONLY west coast NDA team, khacy evans. from his days at james madison university in the NCDA to his development of the angel city vipers for the NDA to even talking about his upcoming show "against the odds" we cover alot of ground in both leagues and career. something about this young man gives me hope for dodgeball on both fronts. take a listen and enjoy

In this episode, Melissa Venable, NCDA's Director of Professional Development, talks with NCDA President Marty Apodaca about the upcoming NCDA 2025 Global Career Development Conference, scheduled for June 18-20 in Atlanta, Georgia. Marty discusses the theme he selected, Autonomy to Change: Evolving and Adapting Career Development in Revolutionary Times, drawn from the significant changes in the career development landscape, especially influenced by AI and workforce dynamics. He highlights key speakers, including Sonny Wong, Dr. Marian Higgins, and JP Michel, and emphasizes this year's DEI symposium and the event's historical and cultural significance, being held during Juneteenth in Atlanta. Additionally, Marty introduces new conference formats, including mini-sessions on diverse topics such as AI and resilience. He reflects on his tenure as NCDA President, sharing the establishment of an AI task force, the organization's commitment to DEI, and his personal and professional growth through global relationships.Marty Apodaca, MA, LPCC, CCC, NCC is a Senior Counselor at the University of New Mexico's (UNM) Student Health and Counseling where he assists his clients in exploring the intersections of career and mental health. For over a decade, he previously served as a Career Development Facilitator at UNM Career Services, where he supervised and trained both individual and group counseling interns. Marty presents to counseling graduate students on career related topics and has taught undergraduate career development courses.Marty's NCDA roles include being the Trustee-at-Large for Leadership Academy and a co-associate editor for the Features section of NCDA's web magazine, Career Convergence. Previously, he served on the President's Strategic Planning committee and is an alumnus of Leadership Academy. Marty is an active board member and former president of the NMCDA, where he helps facilitate workshops aimed at educating community providers, career practitioners, and school counselors on serving their populations' career needs. Marty has also been faculty at two Career Construction Institutes and offers supervision and guidance to UNM staff and graduate students who use the Career Construction Interview with clients.Marty has publications in the Career Development Quarterly, Career Planning and Adult Development Network, and Career Convergence. Marty has also been published in the Journal of Individual Psychology, Teaching and Supervision in Counseling, and ACA's VISTAS web magazine. Marty received his BA in English and MA in Counseling from UNM. While working on his MA, he served as a board member and president for Chi Sigma Iota, the counseling honor society. Marty is a Professional Clinical Counselor, Certified Career Counselor, and National Certified Counselor. At UNM, Marty has received the People Appreciate Wonderful Staff Award and was recognized as an American Indian Student Services Campus Partner.ResourcesNCDA 2025 Global Career Development ConferenceNCDA AI Task Force - Artificial Intelligence Resources

In this episode hosted by Melissa Venable, NCDA Director of Professional Development, Deborah Sgro, founder of Beyond the Glass Ceiling, LLC, and the global mentoring director for Women in Big Data, explains the work and interconnectedness of data science, artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity career fields. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the rapidly growing and transforming tech landscape, highlighting market trends, job roles, essential skills, and training paths. Deb also addresses common misconceptions and the need for continuous learning and adaptability in these professions. The discussion underscores the non-technical career opportunities in these fields and provides advice for career counselors and coaches on how to stay current and support their clients effectively.Deborah Sgro is a certified career professional with a private practice, Beyond The Glass Ceiling, LLC.  She specializes in coaching technology and business professionals at all levels to achieve their envisioned career. As a former senior financial technologist professional, she worked on Wall Street for over 40 years developing technical solutions addressing business objectives for the New York Stock Exchange, American Stock Exchange, and BNY Mellon. Throughout that time, she also groomed emerging talent by establishing and running mentoring programs, providing on-the-job training sessions, and personally coaching to assist people with their career advancement goals. Deborah holds a CCSP certification from the National Career Development Association.  She is also a certified project manager and certified Agile Professional from the Project Management Institute. Deborah holds two master's degrees from Stevens Institute of Technology, one in Computer Science and the other in Technology Management. She is on the Board of Advisors for Women in Big Data, and is the Global Mentoring Director for that non-profit professional association. Deborah also addresses corporate women resource groups, university audiences, and presents at NCDA conferences on all aspects of career advancement.For more information: www.linkedin.com/in/deborahsgroResourcesWorld Economic Forum - Future of Jobs Report 2025McKinsey and Company - Featured InsightsWomen in Big DataUdemySend us a text

In this podcast episode, Melissa Venable, NCDA's Director of Professional Development, hosts a conversation on creating neurodiverse-affirming practices with Janine Rowe, a licensed mental health counselor, and Elle O'Flaherty, Principal of Interlace Solutions Coaching. They discuss the concept of neurodiversity, which includes conditions like autism and ADHD, and emphasize moving from a deficit to a strengths-based model. They share personal insights and experiences, highlight the importance of understanding individual needs, and offer practical advice for career development professionals working with neurodiverse clients. Key topics include understanding communication differences, the importance of interest-based strengths for ADHD clients, and navigating the complexities of the disclosure process under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The conversation underscores the need for flexible, collaborative approaches to support neurodiverse individuals in career development.Janine Rowe is a doctoral student in Counselor Education at the University of Rochester, in Rochester, NY. She is a licensed mental health counselor, a certified career counselor, and nationally certified counselor in private practice in Rochester, NY. She is currently a counselor at the University of Rochester Medical Center. She was most recently a career counselor and Assistant Director of Disability & Career Services at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). She is the winner of the New York State Career Development Association (NYSCDA) Early Career Professional award (2014) and the RIT Presidential Award for Excellence (2018). Janine was a participant in National Career Development Association's Counselor Education and Leadership Academies and is the previous Vice-President and President of the NYSCDA. Elle O'Flaherty, JD, PCC, is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and founder of Interlace Solutions Coaching. Specializing in performance optimization and ADHD strategies, she empowers professionals and organizations to excel. She has been featured in national media outlets including Medium, Yahoo Finance, and Atlassian. Elle delivers research-backed insights and practical tools with humor to enhance productivity, leadership, and career growth. In her previous life, Elle was a litigator and international trade negotiator for nearly 17 years.ResourcesPerson-first languageADA and DisclosureInvestigating Markers of Rapport in Autistic and Nonautistic Interactions - Autism in AdulthoodWant to learn more? Career Planning Academy:Certified Autism Career and Employment Specialist - Instructor: Janine RoweCertified ADHD Career Strategist - Instructor: Elle O'FlahertySend us a text

This episode concludes our series of DEI conversations originally featured in the DEI Symposium of the NCDA 2024 Global Career Development Association Conference in San Diego, CA. Thank you to Dr. Elif Balin & Ivette Mekdessi, Kelly Woods, Sanaz Nabati, and Delyash Tsartsaeva who were all presenters for the original DEI Symposium session.In this episode, Dr. Elif Balin and Sanaz Nabati discuss challenges international students face at the intersection of career development and mental health. They emphasize the importance of culturally-responsive practices and the need to normalize mental health support. The Multicultural Social Justice Counseling Competencies (MSJCC) framework is introduced as a tool to promote cultural competency and advocate for holistic career development. The conversation highlights acculturative stress, the impact of policy changes, and the importance of community support and proactive resources.Elif Balin, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, GCDF is an Associate Professor of Counseling and the Coordinator of the Career Counseling Program at San Francisco State University. Elif actively volunteers in community settings to support the cultural transition and work/career experiences of international students, new immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. She served as a co-founding chair of the NCDA International Student Services Committee (ISSC)(2013-2015) and later led this committee's research team until 2020. Elif also serves in the NCDA task force as one of the subgroup chairs to revise multicultural career counseling competencies and on the NCDA research committee.Sanaz Nabati, M.S. is an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Education and Development at University of California, Los Angeles, serving Students with Disabilities and International Students. As liaison to international students, she has become very knowledgeable and passionate about their employment issues and strives to support their unique challenges in their career development. She also leads the Pre-Law Advisor and Professional Graduate School Programming initiatives. ResourcesNCDA Committees – International Student Services Committee (ISSC)NCDA's ISSC Committee LinkedIn GroupISCC Resource GuideISSC YouTube ChannelNCDA Code of EthicsNCDA's Multicultural Counseling CompetenciesNCDA WebinarsCDQ article by the NCDA International Student Services CommitteeACA Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies (MSJCC)CPT and OPTCorrections/Clarification:The study and publications referenced at 8:29 began almost 5 years ago, not 3.The initial task force, which began in 2012 was not half international like the committee formation and status in 2015.Send us a text

This episode continues our series of DEI conversations that were originally featured in the DEI Symposium of the NCDA 2024 Global Career Development Association Conference in San Diego, CA.In this episode Dr. Frank Gorritz, a counselor educator at Florida Gulf Coast University, hosts Ken Meeker a Certified Professional Coach providing services through his company, Vitality Career Coaching LLC. Both are active members of NCDA's Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion (DICI) Committee. Ken shares his insights from presenting at the NCDA conference, emphasizing that visibility and individualized support are crucial for career practitioners. They discuss the need for developing a toolbox of resources, using tools that cater to specific disabilities, and avoiding assumptions about a client's needs. The episode also covers person-first language to avoid dehumanizing clients, the prevalence of invisible disabilities, and the importance of asking respectful questions to understand a client's needs. Frank and Ken inspire and equip counselors to better serve clients with disabilities by building trust, understanding their rights, and maintaining a network of resources.Frank Gorritz FitzSimons, Ph.D., LPC is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Florida Gulf Coast University and a licensed professional counselor. Dr. Gorritz FitzSimons is a nationally recognized scholar and counselor educator on topics including providing affirmative counseling care to queer and transgender communities of color, providing multicultural supervision, utilizing diverse approaches to counseling work, as well as addressing and disrupting white supremacy in counselor education. His ongoing research interests include enhancing an understanding of minority stress, improving social justice counseling competencies, and promoting affirming approaches to substance use counseling practice. Dr. Gorritz FitzSimons has also received the Counselors for Social Justice 'Ohana Award in 2022 for his dedication to social justice across communities in both counseling and advocacy work. Ken Meeker is the owner of Vitality Career Coaching LLC, a boutique leadership, executive, and career coaching company. In addition to one-on-one client coaching, Ken develops customized workshops and training tailored to the unique needs of business clients. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility consulting are essential aspects of his work. Ken is a Certified Professional Coach, Certified ADA Coordinator, and has extensive DEI training and education, participated in numerous seminars and summits, and is Inclusive Behaviors Inventory Certified. Ken is the creator and host of the “Dissing My Ability" Podcast and has appeared on several other shows and podcasts. Ken is a regular contributor to the Bold Blind Beauty lifestyle magazine, Beyond Sight and serves on the NCDA private practice advisory board. ResourcesNCDA Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion CommitteeNational ADA Resource CentersPerson-First Language GuideCDC Stats on Americans with DisabilitiesAsk JAN (Job Accommodation Network)Send us a text

This episode continues our series of DEI conversations originally featured in the DEI Symposium of the NCDA 2024 Global Career Development Association Conference in San Diego, CA.In this episode, Nikkie Bailey, a licensed clinical social worker and counseling psychology doctoral student, and Dr. Emily Bullock-Yowell, a psychology professor at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, delve into their research on career development factors impacting academic satisfaction among marginalized and majority undergraduate students. They discuss the challenges universities face in supporting marginalized students, the differences in career aspirations between groups, and the significance of future decent work versus occupational prestige in shaping academic satisfaction. The episode highlights the necessity of tailoring support strategies, the importance of culturally-sensitive methods, and the need for continued research on retaining and supporting all students in higher education. More information about their research can be found here: Additional information about their research can be found here, http://emilybullockyowellphd.weebly.com/.More Information about Nikki Bailey and Dr. Emily Bullock-Yowell:Nikkie A. Bailey is a second-year Counseling Psychology doctoral student from Florence, Mississippi. She received her M.S. in counseling psychology from USM. She received her BSW in Social Work from Mississippi College and her MSW in Social Work with a concentration in Clinical Social Work from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. She is also a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Currently, Nikkie is working on research with career decision-making difficulties (e.g., indecision and indecisiveness), negative career thoughts, and their possible relation to serious mental health outcomes such as feelings of hopelessness, lack of purpose, and suicidal ideation. This research aims to contribute to the development of effective interventions and support processes to assist individuals struggling with career decision-making difficulty by informing targeted career counseling and mental health services to prevent the escalation of distress. Nikkie's goal is to disseminate research focused on possible association(s) between career and academic decision-making difficulties and severe mental illness as well as vocational matters involving minority and diverse populations.Emily Bullock-Yowell is a Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, MS. She received her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Florida State University in 2006.  Currently, she is a faculty member in USM's School of Psychology, serves as the Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program Training Director, and is a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Mississippi. At USM, Dr. Bullock-Yowell's research program focuses on career development and vocational psychology. She teaches a Vocational Development course for Counseling Psychology doctoral and master's students and supervises students seeing individual and group career clients. She leads a Vocational Psychology Research Team composed of doctoral, masters, and undergraduate students. More about her work can be found at, http://emilybullockyowellphd.weebly.com/, where you can also download some of her and her colleagues' recent, free books on Holland's RIASEC Theory and Cognitive Information Processing Theory. She can be contacted directly at Emily.Yowell@usm.edu or https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-bullock-yowell-67690a179/. Send us a text

Have you thought about working as a private practice career development professional? This episode explores the process of making that decision and some of the first steps to get you started on the right track. In this episode, Courtney Warnsman, an NCDA Trustee, and Katie O'Malley, founder of (en)Courage Coaching, discuss transitioning to private practice. Courtney and Katie discuss their journeys and challenges, particularly Katie's shift from roles in nonprofit, corporate, and academic settings to a successful coaching practice. They emphasize the importance of having a clear "why," building strong client relationships, and ensuring financial stability before making the leap. Katie shares her experiences of balancing a side hustle while working full-time, the importance of betting on oneself, and strategies for sustainable business growth. The episode also teases an upcoming webinar focused on the business nuts and bolts of establishing a private practice.Courtney Warnsman, Ph.D. has been a career development facilitator for nearly 20 years. She works at Austin Career Connections in Austin delivering career transition and development services to individual clients across functional roles and industries. She is an Executive Development Program Consultant for the Baylor University Executive MBA Program and was recently tapped to serve on the advisory board of The Chiral Project, a startup venture exploring the unique challenges that women have experienced as they have either chosen or been forced to step back professionally during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Courtney received her Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degrees from the University of Texas at Austin.Katie O'Malley is a career coach and workplace strategist with 20 years of professional experience serving the nonprofit, corporate, and education sectors. Across these workplaces, Katie noticed her strengths and values consistently steered her toward the support and development of others. In 2012, she translated this observation into action, earning a Master's Degree in Counseling and Board Certification in Coaching. Since 2018, Katie has worked alongside hundreds of individual, team, and organizational clients as the Founder and Principal Coach of (en)Courage Coaching. Founded with the noble mission of providing exceptional, financially accessible coaching services to Chicago area professionals, (en)Courage Coaching has grown to support individuals and businesses from coast to coast, as well as in the United Kingdom.ResourcesCliftonStrengthsMel Robbins 5-Second RuleSimon Sinek – Figuring Out Your "Why"Check out NCDA's January 2025 webinar, "Taking the Leap: How to Start and Thrive in Private Practice," featuring Courtney, Katie and a panel of private practitioners: NCDA Webinar Series.Send us a text

In this episode, host Melissa Venable discusses artificial intelligence (AI) and digital presence with guests Dr. Sheetal J. Patel and Michael Joiner-Hill from Stanford University's Integrative Learning Portfolio Lab (ILPL). Their conversation explores the importance of digital presence in career development, the role of personal branding and storytelling, and approaches to help students and clients navigate the digital space. The episode emphasizes the dynamic nature of digital presence and offers a framework for effectively guiding students and professionals that addresses diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations.Dr. Sheetal J. Patel has 20 years of experience across industries helping organizations and people understand how to have the greatest impact. She is currently the co-founder of the Integrative Learning Portfolio Lab at Stanford University and 95z consulting, founder of A2O, Inc, a researcher and strategist at LinkedIn Learning, a published author, and speaks and consults regularly. She is also a CTI (CoActive) trained and Design Your Life and ICF ACC certified Career Coach working with early career professionals through C-suite executives. Her recent research has focused on Generative AI in storytelling, meaningful work, multigenerational workplaces, learning, DEI online, ePortfolios, digital presence, and brand management. Dr. Patel earned a PhD in Mass Communication with focus areas on media psychology, consumer research, strategic communication and advertising, and nonprofit public health communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; a master's degree in Advertising; and two bachelor's degrees in Advertising and Public Relations from the University of Texas at Austin.                Michael Joiner-Hill possesses a decade of experience as an educator and leader in higher education. He currently serves as an Associate Director for Career Coaching and Education at Stanford Career Education, leading the Center's efforts in providing high quality career education support for undergraduate and master's-level students pursuing degrees in the humanities & sciences. Prior to joining Stanford Career Education, Michael was the Director of the Humanities & Arts Student Success Center at San Jose State University and Assistant Director of Student Engagement for 18,000+ liberal arts undergraduate students at the University of Michigan. He has a BA in Psychology and MSW in Interpersonal Practice with a focus area of mental health, both from the University of Michigan.  ResourcesIntegrative Learning Portfolio LabILPL Digital Presence FrameworkStory StrategiesExample portfolios Learn more about this topic through Sheetal and Michael's upcoming NCDA webinar.Send us a text

This episode continues our series of DEI conversations originally featured as part of the DEI Symposium at the NCDA 2024 Global Career Development Association Conference in San Diego, CA.In this episode, Dr. Cheryl Love, a career counselor at the University of California, Riverside, hosts a conversation with Dr. Frank Gorritz, a counselor educator from Florida Gulf Coast University, about the topics of quiet quitting and quiet firing in the workplace, analyzed through the theory of work adjustment and social justice. They highlight the importance of recognizing race and culture in the workplace, the impact of structural violence, and the role of power dynamics. The need for culturally responsive career counseling is emphasized along with the importance of including marginalized voices in the counseling profession. They also explore the pandemic's role in exacerbating these issues and offer resources for further understanding. Cheryl Love, PhD is a Career Counselor and a College Specialist for the Arts, Humanities, School of Education and School of Public Policy in the Career Center at the University of California, Riverside. In this role she also serves as the Liaison to the African Student Programs, the Black Student Success Initiative, Basic Needs, UCR Transfer Work Group, and the Kessler Scholar Program.Frank Gorritz FitzSimons, Ph.D., LPC is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Florida Gulf Coast University and a licensed professional counselor. Dr. Gorritz FitzSimons is a nationally recognized scholar and counselor educator on topics including providing affirmative counseling care to queer and transgender communities of color, providing multicultural supervision, utilizing diverse approaches to counseling work, as well as addressing and disrupting white supremacy in counselor education. His ongoing research interests include enhancing an understanding of minority stress, improving social justice counseling competencies, and promoting affirming approaches to substance use counseling practice. Dr. Gorritz FitzSimons has also received the Counselors for Social Justice 'Ohana Award in 2022 for his dedication to social justice across communities in both counseling and advocacy work.  ResourcesNCDA - Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion CommitteeNCDA - Social Justice ResourcesTheory of Work AdjustmentDr. Gorritiz FitzSimons's Must Reads:Ibram X. KendiMichelle AlexanderPatricia Hill CollinsAngela DavisSend us a text

This episode continues our series of DEI conversations that were originally featured at the NCDA 2024 Global Career Development Conference's DEI Symposium in San Diego, CA.This episode - hosted by Reuben Britt and featuring Lauren Standish - focuses on employment barriers and the importance of neuro-inclusive career advising. Lauren shares her non-linear career journey and insights on neurodiversity, explaining terms such as neurodivergent, neurotypical, and neurotype. The conversation delves into the significant challenges neurodivergent individuals face, with unemployment rates higher than the national average. Both Lauren and Reuben emphasize the need for tailored career advising practices to support neurodivergent students, considering their unique strengths and challenges. Resources: Click to access the PDF resource list from this symposium presentation.Lauren Standish is a graduate student pursuing her master's degree in adult, continuing, and higher education administration at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). In addition to her studies, she works in Career Services, a segment of UWM's Center for Student Experience and Talent (SET). Lauren considers herself a jack of many trades, some of which include career advising, training and development, and instructional design. Her passions include mental health advocacy, accessible educational and professional development opportunities, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). In her free time, she enjoys thrifting, making music, and spending time with her cats, Tucker and Jack. You can reach Lauren at: www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-standishRuben Britt, Jr. is an author, lecturer, career coach, and educator. He is a National Certified Counselor who has over 47 years of experience in education as both a career planning counselor and as a teacher. A nationally recognized expert on issues related to career coaching and educational issues, he has worked as a consultant for the U.S. Department of Education, the Educational Testing Service, the New Jersey Department of Higher Education and several colleges and community organizations. He is an author who has written a book on the social issues entitled Winter in America: The Social and Moral Decline of a Great Nation; a self-empowerment book entitled Reflection and Restoration: Quotes for Self-Empowerment and Motivation, a career planning guide for high school and college students entitled Black and Powerful: The Career Guide for Tomorrow's Top Leaders, and he has written a children's book on cultural diversity entitled Lakota. Ruben also wrote two chapters for the book The Last Job Search Guide You'll Ever Need--"Networking: A Proven Tool for Job Seekers" and "The Portfolio: Your Ticket to Successful Interviewing." Ruben is also the co-author of the textbook Don't Dismiss My Story: The Tapestry of Colonized Voices In White Space. He has been a contributor, and he has written a number of articles related to education, career development and social issues for such publications as Black Issues in Higher Education, Upscale Magazine, Black Enterprise, the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Diversity in Ed Magazine. Ruben was a teacher in the Boston Public School District (MA), the director of Cooperative Education at Bloomsburg University (PA) and the coordinator of Career Services at Stockton University (NJ). Presently, he is a career planning coach at Rowan University and the host of Career Talk on WGLS-FM a show offering tips and advice on career planning and finding employment.Send us a text

In this NCDA podcast episode, Dr. Natasha Barnes-Gwynn hosts a conversation with Dr. Linda Holloway about using career theories to address the career issues of Veterans. Dr. Holloway, a Veteran herself, shares personal insights into the mental, physical, and transitional challenges faced by Veterans, such as combat fatigue, frequent relocations, and adapting to civilian work culture. The discussion highlights the importance of translating military skills into civilian job qualifications and explores how theories like Holland's Career Types, Schlossberg's Transition Theory, and Cochran's Narrative Theory can aid career practitioners in supporting Veterans. Ethical considerations, the need for professional development, and useful resources are also shared to equip career development professionals with the tools to effectively help Veterans.Natasha Barnes-Gwynn Ed.D, GCDF, CCC, NCC is a Clinical Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. She also serves as a career consultant through her private practice, Increasing Our Understanding (I.O.U.) Consultation, LLC.Dr. Linda J. M. Holloway is an Associate Professor of Counselor Education at Alabama State University with over 30 years of teaching experience. She is known for her electrifying teaching style where she engages the classroom with the community. She lives and teach by her teaching philosophy, “Classroom Without Walls” where she strategically moves students from theory to application using videos, movies, and books. Dr. Holloway teaches the following courses: Counseling Diverse Populations, Career Counseling, Group Counseling, and Counseling Across the Lifespan. She is also multi-award-winning children's book author who has published 8 children's books thus far, a poet, and story activist. Dr. Holloway is a true servant leader who lives by her life motto, Always Willing to Serve. She retired from the United States Army Reserves Medical Service Corp as a Colonel after serving over 27 years and successfully completing 4 combat tours of duty. Her research interests include Black women's mental wellness and career counseling for Black children. Her life philosophy is Dream Your Own Dreams, where she inspires others to dream and achieve the dream their heart desires. Dr. Holloway has been featured in multiple media outlets, popular podcasts, and magazines to include The Roland Martin Show, The Grio with Eboni K. Williams, Living Strong: The Flip Side of Adversity, Zoom into Books, Story Monster, Resilience magazine, and KISH magazine. You can find her books on Amazon.ResourcesCareerOneStopG.I. JobsO*NetVeterans' Employment & Training ServiceVA for VetsSend us a text

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This episode delves into supporting trans and non-binary clients in career development amidst rising political challenges. Dr. Cheryl Love, a career counselor at the University of California Riverside, hosts Kyle Inselman, the Director of Alumni Career and Professional Development at the University of Denver and independent career coach at Pride in Your Path, LLC. The conversation covers recent legislation impacting the trans community's healthcare access, identity recognition, and job security, particularly in educational and professional settings. It underscores the importance of tailored and informed career services, emphasizing strategies to cope with discriminatory policies, use of chosen names and pronouns, and the need for flexible support measures. Resources are recommended for up-to-date guidance on policy changes.Cheryl Love, PhD is a Career Counselor and a College Specialist for the Arts, Humanities, School of Education and School of Public Policy in the Career Center at the University of California, Riverside. In this role she also serves as the Liaison to the African Student Programs, the Black Student Success Initiative, Basic Needs, UCR Transfer Work Group, and the Kessler Scholar Program. Dr. Love has served NCDA at many levels. In 2024 she was recognized with the Association's Diversity Initiative Award. Dr. Love was also the recipient of the NCDA Diversity Equity and Inclusion Champion Award in 2023 and received the NCDA 2022-2021 Presidential Recognition Award for her work within NCDA around DEI issues and Community Engagement. Kyle Inselman, MA, MEd, is the Director of Alumni Career & Professional Development at the University of Denver and also operates an independent career coaching practice, Pride in Your Path, LLC. He served NCDA as co-chair of the Committee on Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion from 2020-2022 and is a past-president of the Collegiate Career Services Association of Colorado/Wyoming. In 2022, he received the Colorado Career Development Association's Diversity Initiative Award. ResourcesNCDA's Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion (DICI) CommitteeTrans Legislation Tracker The Movement Advancement Project  Human Rights Campaign LGBT Map Supporting Trans & Nonbinary Clients - Symposium Session Handout [PDF]Send us a text

This episode continues our series of DEI conversations originally featured during the DEI Symposium of the NCDA 2024 Global Career Development Association Conference in San Diego, CA. Dr. Natasha Barnes-Gwynn hosts a discussion with Denise Felder that explores how career advising can be reimagined through a lens of decolonization.What does it mean to decolonize? In many aspects of our lives, the concepts we live by were not developed by people like us. This discussion includes the intersections of career readiness and social justice, particularly focusing on marginalized communities. The conversation covers practical ways to make career development more inclusive by addressing systemic inequalities and reshaping traditional advising approaches. Natasha Barnes-Gwynn Ed.D, GCDF, CCC, NCC is a Clinical Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. She also serves as a career consultant through her private practice, Increasing Our Understanding (I.O.U.) Consultation, LLC.Denise Felder (she/her; @DeniseMpls) is a Workforce Equity Advocate and Career Coach with nearly 20 years experience exploring the intersections of career readiness and social justice. She supports the work and life plans of job seekers and career changers from marginalized communities in numerous K-12, higher education, community, and public organizations. Denise is a past president of the Minnesota Career Development Association, a Certified Poverty Awareness Coach, an Offender Job Retention Specialist, and a YWCA Racial Justice Facilitator. Her credentials also include the Equity Works Leadership Institute at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota's ECHO (Equity Certificate Hosted Online) Diversity Certificate, and the Josie R. Johnson Leadership Academy with the Twin Cities African American Leadership Forum. Denise earned a master's degree in Community Psychology from Metropolitan State University. Her consulting business DeniseMpls Career Services is based in Minneapolis, MN, operates in cyberspace, and lives in the hearts of many.  RESOURCESDEIBA Roundtable Handout from 2025 NCDA ConferenceDecolonizing the Workplace: How to Rethink Your Organizational Culture and Leadership Approach (Berret-Koeler)A consciousness-raising approach to career development (Career Guidance for Social Justice)Equity Expansion Glossary: bit.ly/Glossary-DeniseMpls Equity Expansion Media List: https://bit.ly/media-list-DeniseMplsSend us a text

This episode kicks off a series of conversations that originated with the DEI Symposium, held at NCDA's 2024 Global Career Development Conference in San Diego, CA. Dr. Cheryl Love leads this conversation: State of the Union DEIBA Panel: Allyship, Accomplice, and the Mental and Emotional Costs Associated. Panelists include: Dr. Nathaniel Brown, Dr. Natasha Barnes-Gwynn, Kyle Inselman, and Dr. Alicia S. Monroe. The panel discussions the impacts of the current political climate on social identities and career development and address the mental and emotional costs of being allies and accomplices in DEIBA work, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, cultural competence, and servant leadership in supporting students and clients. The conversation also covers strategies for maintaining self-care, the significance of role models, and the ongoing need for training and community support in this critical work.Cheryl Love, PhD is a Career Counselor and a College Specialist for the Arts, Humanities, School of Education and School of Public Policy in the Career Center at the University of California, Riverside. In this role she also serves as the Liaison to the African Student Programs, the Black Student Success Initiative, Basic Needs, UCR Transfer Work Group, and the Kessler Scholar Program.Nathaniel Brown, PhD, CSWA, LMSW, LPC, NCC is a Licensed Professional Counselor, an Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Clinical Director of Field Experience Placement in the counseling program at Johns Hopkins University. Natasha Barnes-Gwynn Ed.D, GCDF, CCC, NCC is a Clinical Professor at Southern New Hampshire University. She also serves as a career consultant through her private practice, Increasing Our Understanding (I.O.U.) Consultation, LLC.Kyle Inselman, MA, MEd, is the Director of Alumni Career & Professional Development at the University of Denver and also operates an independent career coaching practice, Pride in Your Path, LLC. Dr. Alicia S. Monroe is a PK–20 experienced educator, international education consultant, and career coach. At Rowan University, she serves as Assistant Director, Strategic Initiatives in the Office of Career Advancement and adjunct faculty in the College of Education and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Dr. Monroe is also the CEO and founder of Solutions for Sustained Success, LLC. ResourcesNCDA's Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion (DICI) CommitteeNCDA Multicultural Competencies (currently in revision)NCDA Social Justice ResourcesSend us a text

In this episode, NCDA Professional Development Director Melissa Venable meets with Ken Meeker to discuss Disability Pride Month. Ken is a writer, speaker, podcaster and Certified Professional Coach providing services through his company, Vitality Career Coaching LLC. Ken is also a member of NCDA's Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion Committee and a recent graduate of NCDA's Leadership Academy.The conversation provides an introduction to Disability Pride Month and recommended resources for career development professionals who may be working with students or clients who have disabilities. Ken emphasizes that you don't have to be an expert in disability services, but you can build a network that includes this kind of expertise. We can also be proactive in asking questions, finding effective resources, and expanding our awareness and advocacy related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. ResourcesRocky Mountain ADA Center Course CatalogADA National NetworkJob Accommodation Network - Ask JanVitality Career CoachingMore information about Ken Meeker:Ken Meeker is the owner of Vitality Career Coaching LLC, a boutique leadership, executive, and career coaching company. In addition to one-on-one client coaching, Ken develops customized workshops and training tailored to the unique needs of business clients. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility consulting are essential aspects of his work. Ken is a Certified Professional Coach, Certified ADA Coordinator, and has extensive DEI training and education, participated in numerous seminars and summits, and is Inclusive Behaviors Inventory Certified. Several national organizations have featured him as a presenter or panelist for discussions on workplace inclusivity, disability inclusion, accessibility, and other topics. He is a graduate of the AFB Blind Leaders Development Program, National Career Development Association's Leadership Academy 2023-24 Fellow, and received the 2023 AFB Llura Gund National Leadership Award.Additionally, Ken is the creator and host of the “Dissing My Ability" Podcast and has appeared on several other shows and podcasts. Ken is a regular contributor to the Bold Blind Beauty lifestyle magazine, Beyond Sight and serves on the NCDA private practice advisory board. Prior to launching his business, he was the Career Specialist for a comprehensive vocational rehabilitation program serving blind/low vision adults. Ken held leadership roles in the commercial insurance industry for many years and maintains an active agent license in Arizona, providing him with key knowledge and insight for businesses on topics such as: discrimination, employment practices, and other important risk management related topics.Send us a Text Message.

In this episode, Melissa Venable hosts Dr. Pankaj Desai from NCDA's International Student Services Committee (ISSC). This conversation introduces the annual ISSC Mini-Conference taking place on Friday, August 9, 10:00-4:00pm CST.The virtual conference theme – Charting Your Course: Career Navigation for International Students in a Changing Landscape – includes presentations related to mental health, artificial intelligence, setting up a private practice, non-linear career paths, and more. The discussion also includes information about the International Student Services Committee and how you can get involved. Registration is free and open to all NCDA members, and attendance earns up to 5 CEs.Registration FormInformation and Agenda ResourcesISSC and other NCDA CommitteesISSC YouTube Channel More Information About Dr. DesaiDr. Pankaj Desai currently serves The Career Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as the Senior Assistant Director for Inclusion Initiatives. Dr. Desai has a Ph.D. in Educational Studies from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Multiculturalism in higher education, career development, international student support, globalization in education, college student persistence and engagement, and student development are some of his areas of interest. Dr. Desai currently serves the NCDA International Student Services Committee as the Chair of the annual mini-conference planning committee. Dr. Desai is also associated with ACPA as the Chair of the Commission for Global Dimensions of Student Development. Send us a Text Message.

This conversation with NCDA President Carolyn Jones provides an overview of the 2024 Global Career Development Conference and reflections on recent accomplishments. Carolyn shares details about the conference theme, The Interconnection of Career Development and Mental Health: Strategies and Techniques to promote Well-Being and Success, and encourages participation in the on-site and virtual events.  More information about the on-site conference, to be held in person June 26-28 in San Diego, California, can be found on the Conference Home Page.  Registration for the virtual option is also open - the virtual event will be available July 22 through October 31, 2024.For more about the International Student Services Committee's Annual Mini-Conference on August 9th, watch this page for updates.Send us a Text Message.

Learn more about the work of NCDA's Government Relations Committee! In this episode Co-Chairs Shelby McIntyre and Elle O'Flaherty share the work of this vital, volunteer committee to help shape NCDA's nonpartisan policy platform, provide resources to career development professionals, and bring attention to state-level legislation. They emphasize how you can make a difference for your community, students, and clients, through both awareness and collective action. You are also invited to participate in future projects and connect with Shelby and Elle for more information or to get involved.Shelby McIntyre is a career counselor at Pasadena City College and Elle O'Flaherty is the Founder of Interlace Solutions. ResourcesAdvocacy in Action: How New Legislation Will Transform Career Development - NCDA Webinar with Shelby McIntyre and Elle O'FlahertyNCDA Government Relations CommitteeNCDA Advocacy Alerts, Reports & NewsSend us a Text Message.

In this episode, Lisa and Drews discuss:What experiential learning is, and how your student can engage in these types of opportunities. The importance of beginning career conversations in middle school. Different types of experiential learning (and the varying commitment levels each requires).The power of asking “Tell me more?” and giving your student the reins to take control of their experiential learning. Key Takeaways: Consider both interests and aptitudes when helping your teen to unlock potential career paths. Start laying the foundation to build awareness for your student as young as sixth grade. Your student should be leading as you are assisting and supporting. There are many ways for students to explore different experiences from job shadowing, to volunteering, to after-school experiences, or a high school internship, and so many more. If the opportunity doesn't seem to exist, just ask because that can open doors for your student.  “There are so many neat ways for families to engage in the opportunities to see and experience the real world. And I love the fact that this can be looked at from an awareness piece, it can be from an exploration piece, it can be from a planning piece, it can be from a doing piece.” – Drews MitchellAbout Drews Mitchell: Drews Mitchell earned an MA in School Counseling from Xavier University and has been serving as a counselor since 2007. His responsibilities have included the development and implementation of career-related awareness and assessment systems, group practice as well as counseling for both students and clients as well as their families. Mitchell, a National Career Development Association (NCDA) Certified Career Counselor, enjoys the process of helping others to find success using Career Construction Counseling and cognitive-behavioral techniques. He recently presented at the 2023 NCDA Global Conference about experiential learning and will present again in 2024 about cultivating hopefulness. His memberships include Chi Sigma Omega, Omicron Delta Kappa, the NCDA, the Ohio Career Development Association, the Ohio Association of College Admissions Counseling, and the Ohio Career Development Association.Episode References:Student LinkedIn Guide: https://flourishcoachingco.com/linkedinCareerOnestop https://www.careeronestop.org/ Roadtrip Nation: https://roadtripnation.com/ Common Data Set: https://commondataset.org/ Occupational Outlook Handbook: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/ The Birkman Assessment: https://birkman.com/the-birkman-method Get Lisa's Free on-demand video: How-to guide for your teen to choose the right major, college, & career...(without painting themselves into a corner, missing crucial deadlines, or risking choices you both regret). https://flourishcoachingco.com/videoConnect with Drews:Twitter: https://twitter.com/LovelandPaths Twitter: https://twitter.com/VisionCareers4U Website: https://www.visioncareercounseling.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drews-mitchell-72b86551/ Connect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

in this episode i bring on NCDA veteran and fellow wrestling junkie, Leslie Severt. from a conversation that started 3 years ago, we go into her beginnings in the sport, her love of kenny omega, and overall what it means to be called "the cleaner". take a listen and enjoy

This episode features a conversation with Yoko Kono, Director of Careers and Partnerships at the College Board, and Aurelia Moss, an experienced educator and middle and high school counselor. The conversation is led by NCDA's Celeste Hall. Celeste has a long history with NCDA including serving as the Trustee for School Counselors and Specialists on the NCDA Board.Most people think about College Board in terms of college admissions only (i.e., PSAT, SAT). But College Board's mission is to connect all students to opportunities after high school with a goal of providing every student with the tools to make informed decisions about their future. This conversation includes information and actionable strategies for working with high school students.Yoko Kono, Director of Careers and Partnerships at the College Board, has dedicated nearly a decade to the organization. Her focus lies in creating research-backed resources that empower students by enhancing their awareness of diverse career paths. With 15+ years of experience across U.S. and international contexts and a master's degree in International Comparative Education from Stanford University, Yoko brings a wealth of insights to her role in advancing career and educational opportunities for students worldwide.Aurelia Moss is a retired high school counselor with more than 32 years of experience as a Mathematics teacher, School Counselor, and Assistant Principal. As a school counselor, Aurelia was known for her passion in assisting students in post-secondary planning, regardless of the career paths they desired to pursue. During her career, Aurelia has served in the public and private school sectors, elementary, middle school, high school, rural, suburban, and urban settings. Aurelia credits her high school counselor, Mrs. Wilhelmina Dean at Savannah High School in Savannah, Georgia for guidance that she provided during Aurelia's college admissions and financial aid process. Aurelia serves on the Chatham County Department of Family and Children Services Board of Directors and the Advisory Board for Tharros Place, a residential shelter for teenage girls that are survivors of human trafficking. Aurelia is a member of the Georgia School Counselors Association.Celeste Hall, Coordinator of Career Coaching Certification for Virginia's Community Colleges is a life-long educator. She currently provides training for career coaches, academic advisors, faculty and staff in career development concepts. She has been a teacher and counselor in K-12 schools and taught career development courses at the master's degree level. Leadership roles in NCDA have included state chapter president, K-12 representative on the FCD Advisory Council, (now TEC) and the Board of Directors. She currently serves as the Credentialing Commissioner for the Certified School Career Development Advisor credential and as the editor for the K-12 section of NCDA's Career Developments magazine.RESOURCESCollege Board BigFutureBigFuture-NCDA Family and Caring Adult  Table Talk Guide to Student Career Exploration and Planning - (PDF) – a College Board and NCDA collaboration BigFuture Counselor ToolkitCareer Insights Snapshot – connecting PSAT scores to high-demand careers at the state-level (coming Spring 2024)NCDA Webinar Series - College Board session on 4/10/2024!

in this episode i bring on NCDA/NDA and content team member from the NCDA terence checkett. we talk about his story thus far, the rise of the content team for the NCDA as well as his post surgery plans for the national title. take a listen and enjoy

This episode explores the mission and work of the Coalition for Career Development (CCD) Center. Dr. Sharon Givens, a past president of NCDA and CEO of Training Visions, hosts CCD Board Member and former Chair Dr. Bryan Albrecht, current Board Chair Dr. Annette Parker, and CEO Dr. Eva Mitchell. Dr. Givens also serves as a current CCD Board Member.Demographics are shifting and the world is changing. The U.S. needs to prepare a premier workforce to maintain a role as a world leader and economic stability. The CCD's founding was driven by industry to address the gap now taking place in the workforce. Its work is grounded in research to identify and understand what's happening in schools and align that with what's happening in industry. The discussion includes ways that career development professionals, education and training institutions, and business and industry leaders can expand their efforts and partnerships to accomplish this work at the community level creating access to career development guidance, training, and support as a right, not a privilege. RESOURCESCoalition for Career Development CenterWays you can engage with the CCD:Subscribe to the newsletter.Learn about partnerships.Share your resources with the Center.

The National Career Development Association is excited to celebrate the 20th anniversary of NCDA's Career Convergence web magazine! In this episode, Career Convergence Editor Melanie Reinersman leads a conversation about how this free, online publication can be used as a resource in your career development work. Melanie is joined by Field Editor Mason Murphy, Co-Associate Features Editor, Candina “Dina” Janicki, and Associate Editor for Post-Secondary, Billie Streufert.The discussion focuses on practical tips for using the magazine to research and apply career development models, identify best practices, explore current trends, inform your research and writing, spark discussion in a training session, and source ideas for a course assignment. The current archive of more than 1,500 articles also offers an historical perspective on work in the field.Listen in to learn how Career Convergence can keep you updated on the ongoing changes in the career development field, as well as in the needs of the diverse populations career practitioners serve. The conversation also includes tips for submitting your work to the publication.Have a question or want to learn more? Contact Melanie or a member of the editorial team. All editors welcome emails from potential contributors!ResourcesCareer Convergence Web MagazineSubmission GuidelinesHow to Subscribe

This episode continues our “Career Development Around the World” series led by NCDA Past President Dr. Lakeisha Mathews. And it's our first bilingual episode. Lakeisha is joined by Marcela Mesa and Maria Clara Leal. Marcela is a psychologist and GCDF in Colombia. She is also co-chair of NCDA's Global Connections Committee. Maria Clara is a psychologist and career guidance expert whose background in Colombia includes work with public policy and government agencies. She joins the conversation from Spain, with Katherine who provides translation.Unemployment rates are high in Colombia and there is a gap between what employers need and what they can find in job candidates. The many challenges include population changes related to immigration, the high school to work and college transition, and differing career development needs of those at different career stages. Marcela and Maria Clara share information about current programs and innovations in Colombia, conducting research that connects career development work to the economy, and the emergence of a socio-occupational guidance model that addresses the dynamic nature of society and the labor market.Marcela Mesa is a MSc Psychologist and GCDF in Cali, Colombia, with 24+ years of experience delivering career services in private practice, founder and CEO of Orientarte in Colombia (www.orientarte.com) and in the U.S., Orientarte LLC (www.liveyourdreamcareer.com ) aiming to deliver career services for Latinos living in the U.S. She can be reached at mmesa1019@gmail.comMaria Clara Leal  is a Psychologist with a Masters Degree in Anthropology and a Career Guidance Expert. For over a decade, from 2008 to 2020, Maria Clara Leal played a pivotal role in shaping Colombia's public policy on career guidance. Her contributions extended to various government agencies, including the Ministry of National Education, the Presidential Agency, the Ministry of Information and Telecommunications, the Family Welfare Institute, and the Secretary of Education in Bogotá. She can be reached at mariaclaralealmurillo@gmail.comRESOURCESReporte: El Futuro del Trabajo en América Latina Colombia: Economía y demografíaNuevas tendencias del mercado laboral en 2023 Estas son las principales tendencias del mercado laboral para este 2023Tendencias del mercado laboral en 2023: ¿Qué valoran los trabajadoresESTADÍSTICAS DE DESERCIÓN Y PERMANENCIA EN EDUCACIÓN SUPERIOR SPADIES 3.0 - Indicadores 2021 Diana Marcela Durán Muriel. Educación Superior en Cifras Edición No. 2 – II Semestre de 2023 Tránsito de la Educación Media a la Educación Superior: análisis comparativo del periodo 2016-2021 OECD Data - Population with tertiary education

In this episode, Dr. Sujata Ives talks with Melissa Venable, NCDA Director of Professional Development, about the important role of leadership in a world that is growing more diverse. Dr. Ives is the 2023 recipient of NCDA's Diversity Initiative Award and the current president of the Maryland Career Development Association. She has a genetic condition that affects her vocal cords so that they don't close completely, resulting in what she describes as a "jiggly" voice. What role are you taking in creating a world you can be proud of? Sujata shares her personal history adapting to a new culture and maintaining motivation for leadership work through experiencing self-discovery, developing change readiness, and focusing on sustainable impact at the individual level and locally. Sujata shares how she is incorporating these interests into her project as a current member in NCDA's Leadership Academy. The conversation also explores ways we can all engage with NCDA's growing international membership and issues a call for increased attention to mental health in career development.RESOURCES:NCDA's Global Connections CommitteeUnited Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)BIO:Dr. Sujata Ives is a Workplace Global Consultant and the 2023 recipient of NCDA's Diversity Initiative Award. She is currently in the NCDA Leadership Academy. She is president of the Maryland Career Development Association, where she also is Newsletter Editor and PR chair.Sujata is the Chair of the American Counseling Association's International Committee; the Co-chair of the Programming Committee of the Asia Pacific Career Development Association; Community Coordinator for the World Council on Interculturalism and Global Competency, UNESCO; and a Board Advisor on the NFL Alum Performance Lab. She is in private practice where she works with clients through the bio-psycho-social-cultural-spiritual model. Look out for her book launch in March 2024, titled: Activate Success: Tips, Tools, & Insights To Be a Leader in Your Niche. 

In this episode, NCDA President (2022-2023) Lakeisha Mathews hosts Ivy Liao, CEO of People Achievement Consulting (PAC), an NCDA strategic partner in Taiwan, Greater China, and Southeast Asia. Ivy provides an overview of career development trends in the region, which include the effects of globalization and geopolitics, an aging workforce, economic transformation, and education and training on the workforce and labor market. The conversation includes current challenges faced by job seekers and how government agencies, educational institutions, and business and industry are working together to create a total solution for career development across the lifespan. The discussion also recognizes the importance of parents in career decision making in Asian cultures. ResourcesNCDA Global Resources

This episode features a conversation for National Career Development Month focused on wellness and career success. Cornelius Thomas, Co-Chair of NCDA's annual Poetry and Art Contest hosts a discussion with Reno Palombit, Director of Career and Technical Education with Johnston County (NC) Public Schools, and Meredith Brown, Career Services Advisor at Rowan College at Burlington County in New Jersey.The panelists share different perspectives on setting realistic expectations for work-life balance. They also emphasize that everyone learns strategies and boundaries over time and share some of the experiences, habits, and routines that have helped them to stay centered and find inspiration. The discussion includes the importance of self-care, the impact of Western culture on stress levels, and the toxicity of perfectionism.ResourcesThe 5am Club

In this episode, Dr. Natasha Barnes, co-chair of NCDA's Diversity Initiatives and Cultural Inclusion Committee, interviews Sterling Cruz-Herr, founder of TransClue, a trans-owned coaching, training, and consulting company. Sterling shares recent data related to gender identity and addresses the compounding effect of intersectionality on work and careers often experienced by transgender students and clients. The discussion includes mental health considerations, and the potential impact of support initiatives such as affinity groups and mentoring programs. Natasha and Sterling encourage leaders including career development professionals, to promote inclusive and equitable workplaces and practice humility as a helping skill when working with people from different cultural backgrounds. Contact Sterling Cruz-Herr at sch@transclue.com. ResourcesGender identity research – Pew Research CenterU.S. Transgender Survey – National Center for Transgender EqualityAn Intimate View Into the Lives of Transgender Elders – Them.us

In this episode, Dr. Bret Anderson shares his work developing employer-fit algorithm tools and experience with a variety of corporate cultures with NCDA's Director of Professional Development, Melissa Venable. Bret is the President of h2 Communication, LLC, which provides job readiness training, executive coaching, and frontline leadership development. The conversation describes a current shift toward an expectation for work/life balance, led in large part by employees. The challenges of cross-generational workplaces are also addressed. Bret shares examples and observations about how different industries are reacting. The importance of understanding how all of this is impacting the individuals we are working with, along with ways to extend and augment traditional theories to meet the demands of quickly changing career development needs. ResourcesCAP42 Employer-Fit Algorithm AssessmentToxic Culture is Driving the Great Resignation -  MIT Sloan Management ReviewIs Quiet Quitting Real? – GALLUPState of the Global Workplace: 2023 Report - GALLUPInterview with David Larry Blustein on The Psychology of Working – eScholarship@BostonCollegeTop Predictors of Employee Turnover (Sull, Sull & Zweig, 2022):10.4% - Toxic Corporate Culture3.5% - Job insecurity and Reorganization3.2% - High Levels of Innovation2.9% - Failure to Recognize Employee Performance1.8% - Poor Response to COVID-19

Although a for-profit institution, Post University employs a unique and effective two-fold approach to ensure graduates are career-ready with lifelong learning skills that “not-for-profit” universities can emulate on their campuses.   In this podcast episode, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Director Camille Dumont of the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) about how she aligned career services with academia at Post University to better prepare students for the workforce. Camille discusses how Post ensures students are thinking about their careers from the moment they enroll and how online-only learners receive and benefit from the same services as those who attend the university on campus.   Podcast Highlights   Camille's mindset on lifelong learning is influenced by personal experience. She successfully transferred the skills she learned in the hotel industry to the healthcare industry and now to higher ed, where she works in career services. Originally, only Post's juniors and seniors took a critical Foundation course to learn critical information about their career choices alongside their cohorts in the same field of study. In these courses, students receive prompts to encourage online or in-person discussions so they can start thinking about what it is they want to do.  On the academic side, students now have conversations with admissions and advising as soon as they are accepted to determine what major or career they might be interested in. Students are then enrolled in a CTC College to Career course based on their answers to provide them with important information as early as possible about their chosen career path, such as the lifestyles of current employees or possible outcomes in related occupations. This can either validate their interests or give them the opportunity to switch early on. On the non-academic side, a new CCPD program prepares students for the junior and senior Foundation courses as soon as they enroll. Students first take an assessment of who they are and then build different types of resumes, participate in mock interviews, and learn the art of interviewing and networking, along with the benefits of joining professional associations. CCPD also meets virtually with online students throughout the week. CCPD uses the virtual job platform Handshake to conduct virtual career fairs for online students. Post's webinars inform these students how to prepare for a virtual career fair such as how to ensure they have the proper background, lighting, and attire. Meanwhile, students create their resumes and upload them onto Handshake. CCPD has programs where employers or alumni talk to students on campus. These events are livestreamed, recorded, and hosted on the university website and YouTube channel for online-only students. These recordings are also repurposed for additional learning opportunities. For example, students are asked to identify what skills employers say they need in these recordings and, if they can, to add them to their resume or incorporate them into their overall conversation with employers when applying for a job or internship. Post University starts at the basics by not assuming students know everything about transitioning to the workforce to ensure everyone is on the same page. For example, students are taught what a discussion board, rubric, or resume is. Post also ensures that students understand that all work experience matters and that the skills they learned in these jobs are transferrable to various careers. For instance, retail workers acquire customer service and communication skills. Post students have access to a locked closet with gently used professional men's and women's attire that have been donated by staff and faculty members. Students can try these clothes on and even take them for use in interviews and career fairs, etc.   Read the transcript →   About Our Podcast Guest Camille Dumont, recently named Director of the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) at Post University, brings a wealth of experience to the role. She has been part of the university since 2011, initially as a faculty member and then in various leadership roles. With a background in health services management and a strong foundation in business skills gained from her early career at the Plaza Hotel in New York City, Camille is well-equipped to lead the CCPD. She has also been actively involved in professional organizations like CCCDA, NACE, and NCDA. Camille's goal is to expand CCPD services to benefit all Post students, both on-campus and online, with innovative programs and support for their career journeys.    About the Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton, host of Changing Higher Ed®, is a consultant to higher education institutions in governance, accreditation, strategy and change, and mergers. To learn more about his services and other thought leadership pieces, visit his firm's website: https://changinghighered.com/.   The Change Leader's Social Media Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ https://www.youtube.com/@ChangingHigherEd Email: podcast@changinghighered.com   #CareerReadyGrads #PostUniversity #CollegetoCareer

This episode features a conversation between Jen Hartman and Dr. Galaxina Wright, two recent graduates of NCDA's Counselor Educator Academy (CEA). Jen is a licensed mental health counselor at Oklahoma State University and Galaxina is an assistant professor in Nova Southeastern University's Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Their conversation about integrating mental health into career counseling course, as an extension of their CEA experience, learning how to support and teach future counselors about their role in career-related counseling. The discussion includes considerations about the overlap of mental health and career counseling, the need for trauma- and grief-informed strategies, and getting buy-in from programs and students.Jen Hartman, EdS, LPC, RPT, NCC is a licensed mental health counselor and counselor educator. Her research interests include death and non-death loss, including career loss. She serves as the doctoral student representative on the Grief Counseling Competencies Task Force for the Association of Adult Development and Aging. Galaxina G. Wright, Ph.D. NCC is an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. She earned her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of Central Florida. She completed her master's degree in Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling from Regent University, and is currently a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern (RMHCI) for the state of Florida working towards completing her hours for licensure. She is also the current President of the Florida Career Development Association (FCDA). Connect with Galaxina on LinkedIn.ResourcesEvermore. (2020, September). Bereavement facts and figures. https://live-evermore.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Evermore-Bereavement-Facts-and-Figures-2020.pdfTrauma Research Foundation. (2021, March 23). The compassionate manager: A trauma-sensitive approach to managing in the era of COVID-19. Trauma Research Foundation Blog. https://www.traumaresearchfoundation.org/blog/the-compassionate-manager-a-trauma-sensitive-approach-to-managing-in-the-era-of-covid-19?vgo_ee=5TMzeAxoXw0Goi99RnsFm2ijpVnRvP3wvT2tMwKBwhI%3DVerdery, Smith-Greenaway, E., Margolis, R., & Daw, J. (2020). Tracking the reach of COVID-19 kin loss with a bereavement multiplier applied to the United States. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences - PNAS, 117(30), 17695–17701. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2007476117SAMHSA Model of Wellness: https://mfpcc.samhsa.gov/ENewsArticles/Article12b_2017.aspx 

In this episode, NCDA President Dr. Lakeisha Mathews hosts Randa Helmi. Randa holds the CCSP credential from NCDA and is an active member of the Global Connections Committee (GCC), in addition to her work on career development initiatives in Egypt and the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) Region. The conversation identifies similarities and differences between the career development work happening in the U.S. and Egypt, including challenges faced by students and job seekers and information about current labor market conditions. This episode kicks off our “Career Development Around the World” series.You connect with Randa Helmi online at:LinkedInFacebookTwitter / X 

What techniques can career coaches and counselors use to address career trauma experiences by their students and clients? Building from Part 1 in this short series, Dr. Sharon Givens hosts a conversation that provides practical strategies for working with students and clients who have experienced career trauma. Amanda Chenkin and Rae Stout share techniques for learning how your clients may be holding any trauma through open-ended questions and a narrative approach, and reflecting what you are hearing in their words and seeing in their body language. This episode also emphasizes the importance of asking permission to pursue these conversations with clients, understanding your own level of expertise, and developing a list of mental health professionals you know well and you can refer your students and clients to. Amanda Chenkin is a licensed professional counselor in Colorado and Maryland and a certified career counselor; she has been in the career development field for 20 years. The last eight years have been focused on career counseling, specifically working with clients who are exploring who they are and how they want to author their story. Amanda walks alongside clients who examine and process the internal and external stories and systems that have kept them from living unapologetically. She is an active member of the American Counseling Association and NCDA. She is in private practice and owner of Choice Career Counseling based in Baltimore, MD.Rae Stout is a licensed professional counselor at the iAmClinic in Colorado. Her clients often come to her looking to better understand themselves and how they wish to ‘show up' in the world. She works with individuals to explore who they are, where they want to go and how they will get there. Often this looks like walking alongside clients as they untangle their authentic parts of self from internalized shame and societal pressures in order to step into their own self-authored story. Rae has 10 years of experience, specifically working with individuals around career concerns, identity work, integration, anxiety/depression and PTSD and/or CPTSD. She is also a certified career counselor, and specializes in working with career-related trauma. She is EMDR trained, and uses Narrative, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution Focused approaches.ResourcesEMDR TherapySuper's Life Career RainbowContemplative Practices

Enjoy this bonus content recorded live during session #511 at the National Career Development Association's 2023 Global Career Development Conference in Chicago!Thanks to NCDA Past President Dr. Sharon Givens for guiding the discussion of current trends in career development work, and for the participation of the conference attendees listed below.Rebecca Harrington - Career Specialist, College of DuPage, Ilinois LinkedIn: in/rebecca-a-harringtonYou can also find Rebecca on The Career Ready Podcast from College of DuPage Career Services, and her own show, the Ghostly Podcast.Cheryl Love - Career Counselor, University of California - Riverside, CaliforniaNCDA Committees: Diversity Initiatives and Cultural InclusionSocial Justice ResourcesBrian Malott - Indigenous Career Consultant, Fanshawe College, Ontario, CanadaLinkedIn: /in/brianmalottMarie Nicks - Career Coach Navigator and Instructor, Navigator Career Solutions, LLCCOVID Left Us Languishing. Here's Why We Should Care - Psychology Today

What is career trauma and how might it come up in a counseling or coaching session? In this episode, NCDA Past President Dr. Sharon Givens hosts Amanda Chenkin and Rae Stout for a conversation about career trauma. Amanda and Rae share definitions and insights related to identifying career trauma in the context of career development. They encourage you to explore your own experiences and hold space for others' career traumas, sharing and modeling examples of the language that can be used and reflecting what you are seeing and hearing in ways that integrate the brain, body, and heart. Amanda Chenkin is a licensed professional counselor in Colorado and Maryland and a certified career counselor; she has been in the career development field for 20 years. The last eight years have been focused on career counseling, specifically working with clients who are exploring who they are and how they want to author their story. Amanda walks alongside clients who examine and process the internal and external stories and systems that have kept them from living unapologetically. She is an active member of the American Counseling Association and NCDA. She is in private practice and owner of Choice Career Counseling based in Baltimore, MD.Rae Stout is a licensed professional counselor at the iAmClinic in Colorado. Her clients often come to her looking to better understand themselves and how they wish to ‘show up' in the world. She works with individuals to explore who they are, where they want to go and how they will get there. Often this looks like walking alongside clients as they untangle their authentic parts of self from internalized shame and societal pressures in order to step into their own self-authored story. Rae has 10 years of experience, specifically working with individuals around career concerns, identity work, integration, anxiety/depression and PTSD and/or CPTSD. She is also a certified career counselor, and specializes in working with career-related trauma. She is EMDR trained, and uses Narrative, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution Focused approaches.ResourcesNCDA Code of EthicsSocial Identity Wheel - Inclusive Teaching @ University of Michigan

In this episode I bring on Joshua Kramer, Ryan Ginsberg, and Elly Schipfer to talk about the NCDA nationals that took place in Athens, OH. We not only go through their perspectives but also the one of a national champion in Joseph Kramer. Take a listen and enjoy

after a longer than intended break i return with Rebecca Nguyen and a panel of current women playing in the NCDA. We go over the season thus far, the focus on increasing women's involvement in the sport and even go into a fun "recruiting war" among the variety of schools represented here on the panel. take a listen and enjoy

In this episode of Turf Talk Tuesday we discuss "PPE, Transportation, Storage and Security of Pesticides" which gave attendees (1) Pesticide Credit from the NCDA&CS in Categories L, D, N and X. We had attendees from all over North Carolina in this webinar. Topics included PPE use, cleaning and storage as well as the transportation of pesticides and how we store and secure them at our shop. NORTH CAROLINA IRRIGATION CONTRACTORS LICENSING BOARD: * NCICLB Website: https://www.nciclb.org/ NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS LICENSING BOARD: * NCLCLB Website: https://nclclb.com/ NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PESTICIDE SECTION: * NCDA&CS Website: https://www.ncagr.gov/spcap/pesticides/license.htm Follow me on Instagram for more green industry tips: https://www.instagram.com/turfteacher/ TURF TEACHER COURSES: * Seminars: https://turfteacher.com/seminarschedule/ * Online Landscape: https://www.turfteacher.org/landscape/ * Online Irrigation: https://www.turfteacher.org/irrigation/ * Landscape Webinars: https://turfteacher.com/landscapewebi... * Irrigation Webinars: https://turfteacher.com/irrigationweb... * Pesticide Webinars: https://turfteacher.com/pesticidewebi... How Many Pesticide Credits Do I Have? https://linktr.ee/pesticidecredits ELITE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS, INC.: https://www.elitelandescapes.com https://linktr.ee/elitelandescapes TURF TEACHER SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/turfteacher YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/user/turfteacher

Accepted into multiple great college options or deciding which schools to apply to? We'll be discussing different factors to consider while finding the RIGHT college for you. These resources are SO HELPFUL that I wish I knew about these tips when I was making my decision; the process would have been WAY less stressful so TAP IN! LINKS Check out California College and Career Consulting to get assistance in navigating the college application process. We also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests. Visit our website: CaliforniaCollegeAndCareerConsulting.com Subscribe to our mailing list: https://www.californiacollegeandcareerconsulting.com/subscribe Contact for free a consultation: Tiffany@CaliforniaCollegeAndCareerConsulting.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CaliforniaCollegeandCareerConsulting Read my article published on the National Career Development Association on how to spend your summer to explore careers and impress colleges https://www.ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sd/news_article/430896/_PARENT/CC_layout_details/false Unigo: College reviews, scholarships, and internship opportunities https://www.unigo.com/ Unibuddy: Peer-to-peer reviews for high education institutions https://unibuddy.com/ Reddit: Network of communities to ask questions https://www.reddit.com/ Quora: Place to gain and share knowledge https://www.quora.com/ TIMESTAMP 00:00 | Introduction 0:53 | Quick Story: My Decision Process 1:37 | Make a Pros and Cons List 2:05 | Calculating Cost 3:30 | Opportunities of Employment 4:31 | Opportunities of Academia 6:02 | My College Choice 7:00 | Supporting Resources and Unique Opportunities 8:42 | Learn About Campus Culture

Everyone makes mistakes. Some larger than others and some get caught. This podcast will focus on disciplinary records, what actions to take when applying to colleges when you've been suspended, expelled, or even charged with a crime. I'm here to tell you that it IS possible to still get into your dream school if you follow these tips. Check out California College and Career Consulting to get assistance in navigating the college application process. We also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests. Visit our website: CaliforniaCollegeAndCareerConsulting.com Subscribe to our mailing list: https://www.californiacollegeandcareerconsulting.com/subscribe Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/CaliforniaCollegeandCareerConsulting Contact for free a consultation: Tiffany@CaliforniaCollegeAndCareerConsulting.com Read my article published on the National Career Development Association on how to spend your summer to explore careers and impress colleges https://www.ncda.org/aws/NCDA/pt/sd/news_article/430896/_PARENT/CC_layout_details/false Article on Kunal Agarwal (Juvenile Delinquent) success story after being expelled for hacking School Loop https://medium.com/@kunala/juvenile-delinquent-the-official-guide-on-how-to-hack-schoolloop-8540230f6bc1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kunala TIMESTAMP 00:00 | Introduction 01:39 | Explanation of disciplinary action 2:05 | Success story of juvenile delinquent 3:10 | Talk to school counselor 4:16 | Importance of honesty 4:59 | How to explain disciplinary record 8:06 | Importance of your surroundings

PCDN contributor and career advisory council member as well as PCDN friend, Bri Reggio, is an NCDA certified Career Advisor with years of experience advising hundreds of students from top universities in social change careers.  In Episode 3 of Season 4 you will learn why certifications work great; the in and out of Fellowships and tips for winning resumes.  No social change professional can't miss this episode. Episode 3 of Season 4 is brought to you by The Rotary Peace Fellowship and the Graduate Program in Conflict Resolution and Coexistence at the Heller School for Social Policy at Brandeis University.   In this episode we discuss:  Parents divorced when Bri was 6 learned to be very sensitive and empathetic at a very early age. During her high school years, age 15, she developed an eating disorder that took her to the edge.   Her parents are both highly educated psychologists which both allowed her to read people very well and also to value education which both shaped her vocation as a career counselor. Bri's reflection on Grad School- what she knows now and why it's healthy to be skeptical about it. Why she went to Grad School to work on International Relations and why she pivoted to succeeded in career advising How the absence of a career center sparked her passion for advising others in career advising Upon graduation she landed her first job in the newly created career center at American University How, instead of furthering her formal education she nailed it with a number of key certifications Why she chose NCDA certification, global career development certification- international recognized CCSP – career services provide NCDA's specific certification Bri's recommendation: do you need to invest 2-3 years and all that money or are there skilled-based certifications to be successful and employable? Key skills for the future of the work according to Bri. Of all the “soft” skills, Bri delves of the topic of flexibility. Why being humble is key to your success in your career Bri answers how can a Fellowship advance your career What is a Fellowship and what is NOT Different types of fellowships Fellowships for mid-career professionals Fellowship and Scholarships, are they the same? Best Fellowship Resources for Bri Opportunities for international students and professionals A winner resume according to Bri The idea of a master resume by Bri Statement of Qualification, yey or hey More resume advice from Bri   Links: National Career Development Association  AU Fellowships Website Columbia University Fellowships UC Berkeley Fellowships UCLA Fellowships Institute for International Education IREX World Learning   Related topics New PCDN service: PCDN Coaching Services.We love to help you because of your commitment to change. Helping the world is a tough business.  So let us help you so you continue your mission. Are you ready for the future of work? Please Join PCDN 2019 Career Series to learn about the future of work and how to best prepare you. Need career advice? Need it now? Join PCDN Career Helping Line. Go ask your questions, help answer others and participate in fruitful discussion to advance your social change career. Almost 20k individuals and organizations already receive this amazing resource to keep them up to date and ready to put their passion into action. Subscribe to our free Daily Newsletter   This episode was brought thanks to the Rotary Peace Center and Brandeis University: Are you an existing or emerging peace leader looking to take your career to the next level? You might be eligible to receive full funding to pursue a MA or professional certificate in peace & conflict studies. Learn more about RotaryPeace Fellowships at www.rotary.org/peace-fellowships     The MA in Conflict Resolution and Coexistence at Brandeis university, where you gain the practical, hands on skills you need to become a peacebuilding professional in the U.S. and abroad.