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Summer course start next week, and it has been a while since I have taken a class. For those balancing family life, a full-time job, and going back to school. What are the best tips, tricks or advice you have received or learned along the way? #BackToSchool #WorkLifeBalance #TimeManagement

You still have time to choose this. What if you were willing to choose to divert some of the time, energy and attention which you so freely give to others, back to yourself? It can feel selfish, indulgent and frankly just not possible! But what if you don't choose it?? What if you keep approaching life the way you are, allowing the outside world (and the people in it) to determine how you experience it? The Inner Work Summer School is your chance experience how things could feel very different for you if you were willing to invest in yourself. The beauty of this summer school is that you can do it the way that works for you. There are 3 levels so depending on whether you want the flexibility of doing it at times that suit you, whether you know that more structure and a timetable will work better for you or whether there is somewhere in between that it a better fit for you, you'll find an option that works for you. You can dip your toe in the water with the self-guided option or go all in with the immersive option. We begin on 1st July and all the info you need is on my website (link in the comments). Get in touch if you have any questions or simply go ahead and book your place online. #innerwork #investinyou #createlifeyourway

Unlocking Post-Externship Outcomes! 📝 Have you ever wondered about the effectiveness of our Summer Workplace Experience? Explore the results from ACE Mentor Program of America students and see firsthand the impact this program has had on them. 🏗️

𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 🎉... 𝐬𝐨, 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫? A huge part of why I changed careers was for my children and I'm reminded now, on the precipice of launching the summer cohort of my signature programme, of how much I've changed, not just in myself, but for them. 💚 So many people I work with say their children are their motivation too, so if you can relate, this post is for you. 🫵 The summer cohort of the 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 & 𝐑𝐞-𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝 is a unique 12-week career and life-transformation programme that includes: 🙌 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮, why and how to go about achieving it for the greatest chance of success 😊 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 about who are and what you offer the world, so life itself feels easier and more rewarding 🎉 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, because you know where you're headed and why 🙋♀️ 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, so you stay accountable, continue to make progress and achieve the outcomes you want and deserve in life 💫 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 instead of staying stuck and keeping yourself small 💰 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, because you have a clear, robust and achievable plan on how you'll achieve your dreams 💪 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, so they can't control you 😅𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞, not just in work, so you can feel happier, more present and more grateful in your every day This 12-week programme will not only help you discover and change careers for greater fulfillment and happiness, 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞. 💫 It's the exact proven method I've used personally and with all my clients, and it's honestly my life's purpose to serve in this way. If this feels aligned for you and speaks to what you're looking for, let's have a chat sometime this week. 😊 ❓ 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 - comment below👇 🤓 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞? DM me or book a call with the link below 👇

※POV Summer is almost over. While working from home, that means no more random peek-ins throughout the day (or in the middle of a video call) from one of my three girls to blow me a kiss, or give me a hug, or to pat my head and tell me "You're extra weird but extra special." No more lunchtime quick games of Exploding Kittens or Guess Who. The end of summer also means that with my 16-year-old I'll only have 3 more summers and then she'll be off to college. With my middle kiddo, only 6 more summers. And with the youngest, only 9 more summers. My career is rewarding on many levels. I enjoy the constant challenges and being able to expand my knowledge on many key issues that impact my clients. But nothing beats time at home with the family. And so the purpose of this post is to reflect on life--to reflect on the changes that the end of summer brings--and a reminder to be present. My takeaway: Don't get too caught up in how exhausting (and expensive) summer can be for you as a parent. Think about the things you did during the summer that you'll miss when your kids are gone to college or off on their careers. Reflection. (But then again, the end of summer means college football is just a few weeks away! Go Horns!) #reflection #wfh #career

The Importance of Long Summer Holidays for Students and Teachers As the school year comes to a close, it's important to reflect on the immense value of long summer holidays for both students and teachers. These extended breaks are not just about rest and relaxation; they play a crucial role in personal growth, academic rejuvenation, and overall well-being. 1. Recharging and Renewing - For students, a long summer holiday is a chance to recharge their mental batteries. After months of rigorous academic schedules, this break allows them to decompress, explore new hobbies, and engage in creative activities that foster holistic development. 2. Professional Development - For teachers, summer is an opportunity to engage in professional development. They can attend workshops, pursue further education, and refine their teaching strategies, ensuring they return to the classroom with fresh ideas and renewed passion. 3. Family and Social Time - Quality time with family and friends is often limited during the school year. Summer holidays provide a valuable window for students and teachers to strengthen these important relationships, creating lasting memories and a balanced life. 4. Exploration and Learning - Travel, internships, and community projects are common during summer breaks, offering real-world learning experiences that cannot be replicated in a classroom. These activities help students gain practical skills and broaden their horizons. 5. Mental Health - Extended breaks are vital for mental health. Both students and teachers face significant stress throughout the academic year. A well-deserved break helps in reducing burnout and promoting a positive mindset, ensuring everyone returns refreshed and ready to learn. Let's celebrate the summer holiday season and acknowledge its critical role in fostering a balanced, enriching, and sustainable educational journey for all. #EducationMatters #SummerBreak #TeacherLife #StudentSuccess #MentalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkLifeBalance #SummerLearning #EduCommunity #TeachingStrategies #LinkedInLearning #Inspiration #LifeLongLearning Feel free to connect and share your thoughts on the importance of summer holidays!

🌟 Terp Tip Thursday: Spring Break Edition🌟 Hey Terps! With spring break just around the corner, it's the perfect time to rest, recharge, refocus, and come back ready to finish the semester strong! 💪 Whether you're planning an adventure or simply taking time to relax, use this break wisely to rejuvenate both mentally and physically. Here are a few ideas to make the most out of your spring break: 1. Rest and Recharge: Take this opportunity to catch up on sleep, unwind, and focus on self-care. A well-rested mind is crucial for peak performance. 2. Reflect on Goals: Use this time to reflect on your academic and personal goals for the remainder of the semester. Set clear intentions and create a plan to achieve them. 3. Explore New Opportunities: Consider exploring internships, networking events, or professional development opportunities that align with your career aspirations. The Smith Office of Career Services is here to support you every step of the way! 4. Connect with Peers: Reach out to classmates, alumni, or industry professionals to expand your network and gain valuable insights. You never know where a simple conversation may lead! Remember, spring break is not just a pause button; it's a chance to hit refresh and come back even stronger. Let's make the most out of this time and finish the semester on a high note! Wishing you all a safe and rejuvenating break! 🌸 #TerpTipThursday #SmithOCS #SpringBreakReady

Monday Motivation: Finish Summer Strong! 🌟 Hey Wildcats! 🐾 With only 6 weeks left of summer, it's the perfect time to make the most of these final days before we kick off another fantastic semester at Kansas State University. Here are some ways to close out your summer on a high note: 1. Reflect on Your Achievements🏆: Take a moment to look back at what you’ve accomplished over the summer. Celebrate your wins, big or small! 2. Complete Summer Goals🎯: Are there goals you set for the summer that you haven’t achieved yet? Now's the time to focus and get them done. 3. Catch Up on Reading 📚: Dive into that book you’ve been meaning to read. Whether it’s for pleasure or personal growth, reading is a great way to unwind and expand your knowledge. I actually just bought two books myself! 4. Expand Your Skillset 💻: Use these last weeks to learn something new. Whether it’s a hobby or a professional skill, enriching yourself is always a good investment. 5. Reconnect with Friends and Family ❤️: Spend quality time with loved ones. Building and maintaining strong relationships is key to your well-being. 6. Plan a Fun Activity 🎉: Enjoy the summer weather and plan an outdoor adventure or a small trip. Sometimes a change of scenery is all you need to recharge. Don't forget the sunscreen though! 7. Volunteer 🌍: Give back to your community. Volunteering is a fulfilling way to spend your time and can also provide valuable experiences. Remember, it’s not just about preparing for what’s next but also savoring the moment. Make these last 6 weeks of summer count! The Career Center is here to support you, reach out if you any questions or need any resources. Let’s finish this summer strong, Wildcats! 💪 #KState #CareerServices #StudentSuccess #MondayMotivation #WildcatPride

Summer Prep (For Autumn Action) Summer is not just the best time to relax. It is also the perfect moment to think about fresh ideas and new innovative strategies! So, in this video, I'll propose three things you can think about during the sunny months (in the Northern Hemisphere, at least...) and implement when everyone is back at work in the autumn: 1) Boost learning and growth 2) Promote open chat and teamwork 3) Set up clear decision-making steps Focusing on these areas over the summer will prepare you to bring your team back ready to innovate, decide, and solve problems like pros this autumn! #innovation

🌞 Top 5 Reasons Why Summer is the Perfect Time for Learning! 🌞 As the days get longer and the sun shines brighter, summer presents a unique opportunity to invest in personal and professional growth. Here are the top 5 reasons why summer is a great time for learning: 1. Flexible Schedules ⏰ With many businesses adopting summer hours and a more relaxed atmosphere, there’s often more flexibility in our schedules. This extra time can be perfect for enrolling in that online course or attending workshops that enhance your skills. 2. Increased Energy 💪 The sunny weather and longer daylight hours can boost our energy levels and motivation. Use this natural vitality to dive into new subjects, pick up a hobby, or master a new skill that can elevate your career. 3. Seasonal Inspiration 🌿 Summer’s vibrant environment is inspiring! Whether it’s the beauty of nature, outdoor activities, or travel, this season offers countless experiences that can spark creativity and innovative thinking. 4. Networking Opportunities 🤝 Summer often brings a host of events, conferences, and social gatherings. These provide excellent opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals, share knowledge, and learn from industry leaders. 5. Preparation for the Fall 🍂 Use the summer to get ahead! Learning during these months can prepare you for a productive fall. Equip yourself with new tools and knowledge to tackle upcoming projects and goals with confidence. Don't let summer slip by without taking advantage of these opportunities for growth. Embrace the season as a time to learn, develop, and thrive! 🌟 What will you learn this summer? Share your goals in the comments below! 🌟 #SummerLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #LifelongLearning #SkillUp #CareerGrowth