The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
Sonia Cacique
Join your host Sonia Cacique on a transformative journey preparing high school and college students for real world careers, equipping them with practical skills, professional experiences, and career guidance.
As a dedicated career guidance counselor, career coach, and education leader, Sonia has spent her entire career empowering the next generation for the future workforce. With her expertise, she helps students develop self-awareness, motivation, and career guidance, building the essential skills needed for success in both their educational and future professional journeys.
Coach Sonia is ready to shift the focus from GPA, class rank, and grades to career connections, self-identity, character development, and real-world skills. She aims to challenge the traditional narratives and provide students with a comprehensive approach to education and career readiness. Changing lives for our next gens, one student at a time.
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63. Connecting Education to the World Beyond the Classroom; How Can Ordinary Students Achieve Extraordinary Success?
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
01/16/24 • 29 min
Embarking on an educational journey can be like stepping into a vast sea of opportunities and challenges, with community as your compass, guiding you toward success. Join me, Sonia Casique, as I share my own tales of transformation from a high school graduate to a networked college alumna, highlighting the incredible impact a strong community can have on both your academic achievements and career pursuits. This episode isn't just about the degree; it's about the bonds we form, the shoulders we lean on, and the hands we shake along the way.
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Email: [email protected]
Website: CollegeCareerReady.org
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Keep dreaming, stay present, and stay well, my friend. Remember, together we can achieve anything.
Talk to you soon!
Sonia
75. An Innovative Pathway to an Engineering Degree: A Partnership between Industry, Community College & Texas A&M Engineering with Eddie Alvarado
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
04/09/24 • 39 min
Join us to learn more about Texas A&M Engineering Academy program with our guest Eddie Alvarado, an inspiring alum and admissions advisor. We unlock the secrets of this innovative initiative, blending the intimate learning environments of community colleges with the prestigious engineering degree from Texas A&M.
Find out how this program not only lightens the financial load but also paves the way for academic success, providing students with smaller classes, lower costs, and a cohort model that fosters a collaborative community among future engineers.
In this episode we discuss:
Seamless Transition
- Discover how the program ensures a smooth transition from community college to university, integrating students into the Texas A&M culture and curriculum.
- Eddie Alvarado walks us through the entry-to-major process, highlighting early exposure to engineering specialties.
Advantages and Insights
- Understand how the program prepares students for success in the field.
Admissions Process
- Explore the holistic approach to evaluating candidates, with a focus on diversity and potential.
As we conclude our conversation with Eddie, we emphasize how the Texas A&M Engineering Academy extends opportunities to students from diverse backgrounds.
Discover how this program offers a high-quality education, and a supportive community, making your dream of pursuing engineering a reality.
Learn more about this program and to connect with Eddie:
https://engineering.tamu.edu/academics/academies/index.html
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiealvarado19/
DiscoverU Career and Leadership Empowerment is designed for women and moms just like you—navigating the challenges of career, family, and personal growth. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, craving more purpose in your career, stepping into leadership, or simply ready to reclaim your time and energy, DiscoverU provides the tools, coaching, and support to help you rise with confidence. Visit www.CollegeCareerReady.org
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"Stay well, be present, and enjoy the journey"
Season 2 Momfluence Podcast Trailer
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
01/16/23 • 1 min
Friend, mark your calendar January 26 our podcast will launch its second season!!
Share this episode with your friends, child and community! You are already building community by listening in and walking this journey together with all of us. Stay in touch friend, I am here for you!
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Sonia
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Alight my friend: Stay Well. Be Present. Keep Dreaming. Because together we can accomplish anything. I love you, my friend. I'm always cheering for you. I'll talk to you soon.
Xo,
Sonia
College & Career Ready Podcast - Unlock Your Potential, Build your Confidence and Seize Endless Possibilities of Success!
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
07/09/23 • 1 min
Are you a high school student ready to unlock your potential? Welcome to the College & Career Ready Podcast, your one-stop resource for unlocking your potential and seizing the endless possibilities of success.
Get ready to ignite your confidence and resourcefulness because we're here to empower YOU! Imagine a future where you conquer your dreams with unwavering belief in yourself, leaving self-doubt and inner criticism in the dust. Are you with me?
Remember, my friends, you are the architect of your own destiny. Together, we'll navigate the twists and turns, celebrate your triumphs, and rise above any challenges that come your way. So, join us on this exhilarating journey, because the College & Career Ready Podcast is here to uplift, inspire, and guide you towards the extraordinary.
Get ready to seize your moment, claim your destiny, and embark on this incredible ride together! The College & Career Ready Podcast is your ticket to success. Let's make it happen!
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Keep dreaming, stay present, and stay well, my friend. Remember, together we can achieve anything.
Talk to you soon!
Xo,
Sonia
What 'WE' think and say about them matters. You won't want to miss this story!!
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
09/08/22 • 13 min
Join me as I share a great story! One that will make you feel enlighten and encouraged us to say more positive words and words of affirmation when talking to our children. This story was remarkable because it talks about how a high schooler thought of himself and how that reflected in his performance and how the result of ONE test changed his life! There is more to this story, but I don't want to give the story away so listen in. What I do want to tell you is that some times our kids feel and think in a way that really hurts them. So I take this story and bring a twist to it, to ask ourselves how WE as moms, dads, momfluencers help our kids reach their full potential by what we verbally say to them! Motivate them by highlighting words of affirmation on any opportunity you have with them. Will they encounter the opposite in life at times, yes absolutely we all will, but with all the small nuggets of words of affirmation that you have verbally told your child will hopefully add up and be easily accessible in that time of need. Hey, maybe they will share some nuggets of wisdom to us too when we most need it. Don't tell them to change their way of thinking, you change the way you think of THEM, FIRST!
What did you enjoy most of this episode, let's connect on Instagram, DM me! Share this episode with your moms, friends and community! You are already building community by listening in and walking this journey with me. Stay in touch friend, I am here for you!
DiscoverU Career and Leadership Empowerment is designed for women and moms just like you—navigating the challenges of career, family, and personal growth. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, craving more purpose in your career, stepping into leadership, or simply ready to reclaim your time and energy, DiscoverU provides the tools, coaching, and support to help you rise with confidence. Visit www.CollegeCareerReady.org
Connect with Sonia Cacique
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Join our College and Career Connections Club for free at www.CollegeCareerReady.org/join
Learn about our Career Connections Course: www.CollegeCareerReady.org/COURSE
"Stay well, be present, and enjoy the journey"
59. College Admissions: A Guide for Homeschooled Students with Expert Pat Wesolowski
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
12/19/23 • 44 min
Ever wondered how homeschooled students navigate the complex terrain of college admissions? Pat Weslowski from Bryan College joins us to illuminate the path forward, sharing rich insights into the unique advantages and hurdles these students encounter. From the flexibility of homeschool scheduling that opens doors to impressive extracurricular exploits to the strategic importance of standardized tests like the ACT, Pat's expertise demystifies the process, offering a beacon of reassurance to both students and parents.
But even if you are not a homeschooled student or parent of, this episode is packed with insightful tips for all parents regarding college prep and:
- College Admissions
- Dual Enrollment and College Test Preparation
- Comparison of College Requirements and Transcripts
- Choosing Community College vs Four-Year College
- College Opportunities, College Camps, Scholarships, Stacking Athletic and Merit Scholarships and more.
Pat Weslowski shares compelling anecdotes about the close-knit educational communities and the transformative potential of academic camps and clinics, which offer a glimpse into collegiate life. For those eager to learn more about the homeschooling landscape and Bryan College's offerings, Pat extends an open invitation to connect, promising a continuation of the informative journey we embark upon in this enlightening discussion.
This link is the page that offers our free transcript builder and a free e-resource called The Journey. https://www.bryan.edu/admissions/homeschool/
Facebook page for Bryan College Homeschool Admissions is here - https://www.facebook.com/homeschoolstudents
DiscoverU Career and Leadership Empowerment is designed for women and moms just like you—navigating the challenges of career, family, and personal growth. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, craving more purpose in your career, stepping into leadership, or simply ready to reclaim your time and energy, DiscoverU provides the tools, coaching, and support to help you rise with confidence. Visit www.CollegeCareerReady.org
Connect with Sonia Cacique
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Join our College and Career Connections Club for free at www.CollegeCareerReady.org/join
Learn about our Career Connections Course: www.CollegeCareerReady.org/COURSE
"Stay well, be present, and enjoy the journey"
[Career Spotlight] A career in Neurostructural-focused Chiropractic Care, Mental overload and being a First Generation Indian American College Student with Dr. Nav
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
12/15/22 • 41 min
To wrap up our first season I have a special guest. Dr. Nav is a neurostructural focused family wellness chiropractor and functional health practitioner with special interests in preconception, prenatal and pediatric care. She enjoys speaking to, teaching, and sharing modern and alternative wellness strategies with her community and professional groups. She has been nominated as a top chiropractor in Michigan for the past 4 years and often sought out by other local health care practioners to achieve the best possible results for their mutual clients. She received her Bachelors degree at the University of Michigan-- Ann Arbor and her doctorate at Life University in Marietta, GA. She currently resides in Linden, Michigan with her husband, Kyle and 2 dog children. I love the conversation that we had and I really cannot wait for you to listen to it whether you are parent or a student. I think there is something for both of you. As so many of our conversations this season, I personally ended up learning so much from our conversation. As you will hear Dr. Conn, as so many students, graduated from high school really not knowing exactly what career path she wanted to pursue. It wasn't until she got to college that she really found her love and passion for the career that she is in now. I won't give you all the details so you can listen to her but this is a great story. I cannot wait to see Dr. Conn continue to grow in her professional and personal life. She will also share her journey as a first generation Indian American college student and how she dealt with the struggle of mental overload and her own mental health during her first years in college. These friends are the raw conversations we need to be having both you and I, parents with our children and our children with us as parents. I hope you leave inspired through this conversation.
You can connect with Dr. Navpreet Conn at:
https://www.facebook.com/drnavfenton
Instagram: @drnavconn
Website: evolvefenton.com
DiscoverU Career and Leadership Empowerment is designed for women and moms just like you—navigating the challenges of career, family, and personal growth. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, craving more purpose in your career, stepping into leadership, or simply ready to reclaim your time and energy, DiscoverU provides the tools, coaching, and support to help you rise with confidence. Visit www.CollegeCareerReady.org
Connect with Sonia Cacique
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Join our College and Career Connections Club for free at www.CollegeCareerReady.org/join
Learn about our Career Connections Course: www.CollegeCareerReady.org/COURSE
"Stay well, be present, and enjoy the journey"
Introduction and welcome
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
08/17/22 • 11 min
Finally, our first episode! Momfluence podcast has officially launched! I am so excited and wanted to use this first episode so you can get to know me better and discover my 'why' behind this new project. I share about my personal and career background and ultimately sharing how it all ties in together and why we are here on this incredible journey. Thank you. I am humbled by your interest in wanting to join me on this adventure.
Follow me on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=1g2aabs5k1unv&utm_content=oxvbodq
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Join our College and Career Connections Club for free at www.CollegeCareerReady.org/join
Learn about our Career Connections Course: www.CollegeCareerReady.org/COURSE
"Stay well, be present, and enjoy the journey"
29. Knowledge that never goes to waste + Looking at your career as an experience and not as an end goal w/ Maria Burgos
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
05/22/23 • 47 min
In this episode, we have a special guest, Maria Burgos, who is a mentor willing to share her knowledge, experience, and personal journey with us. Maria provides valuable insights on career exploration and encourages us to think outside the box. She discusses the latest trends and highlights the unique characteristics of our generation compared to previous ones when it comes to careers. Maria's own career path is a testament to combining passion, skills, and purpose, as she has started three companies and held sales and marketing positions aligned with her passion for helping others. Her experience of living in four different countries has given her a deep understanding that despite our origins, we share more similarities than differences.
Maria's expertise in problem-solving with a creative approach, gained from working in diverse industries and challenging economic environments, adds value to her mentorship.
She is the founder of Trendy Seconds, a company that promotes responsible fashion consumption among women. Maria is a firm believer in the interconnectedness of people and advocates for second chances, a topic she addressed in her TEDx Countdown talk in Houston last October. Without further delay, let's begin our insightful conversation with Maria.
Connect with Maria:
Instagram: @trendyseconds
Website: trendyseconds.com
Twitter: Trendy Seconds
Book Recommendation: Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cijWHMscv_I
Favorite Playlist: by specific years to travel back in time
Connect with Sonia:
Instagram: @sonia.cacique
[email protected]
Facebook: College & Career Ready
DiscoverU Career and Leadership Empowerment is designed for women and moms just like you—navigating the challenges of career, family, and personal growth. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce, craving more purpose in your career, stepping into leadership, or simply ready to reclaim your time and energy, DiscoverU provides the tools, coaching, and support to help you rise with confidence. Visit www.CollegeCareerReady.org
Connect with Sonia Cacique
LinkedIn
Instagram
Join our College and Career Connections Club for free at www.CollegeCareerReady.org/join
Learn about our Career Connections Course: www.CollegeCareerReady.org/COURSE
"Stay well, be present, and enjoy the journey"
38. Top 4 things you could do right now to make this your best school year, yet!
The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
07/25/23 • 17 min
🎉 Attention, Students! 📚✨ Unlock your true potential this next school year! With these 4 easy strategies, you will be ready to start a new school year. Are you ready? Listen to this episode and then share it with a friend so together you can both be each others accountability partner.
Get ready for your BEST year yet! 🌟 Join me on the College and Career Ready Podcast as we dive into why this school year holds immense potential for growth, opportunities, and success. 🚀✨
🎓💪 Don't miss out on valuable insights and inspiration! Tune in now! 🎧✨
Need help with any of the top 4 tips mentioned, DM on Instagram @sonia.cacique or email me at [email protected] and I will personally brainstorm with you!
This is your year! Be ready to unlock your full potential.
Episode #36, referenced in this episode, listen to it here.
I would LOVE to hear from you! Send me a message to [email protected] and tell me what you loved most about this episode. Want to hear more content like this or have any suggestions as to what you would like to hear about, message me, I love to hear from our students and parents and creating content just for you!
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Keep dreaming, stay present, and stay well, my friend. Remember, together we can achieve anything. I love you and I'm always cheering for you. Talk to you soon!
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The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow currently has 107 episodes available.
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