*Organizing for Success in School and Beyond*

 

Did you know that organizational skills are considered one of the top 10 skills that all of us should have to be successful?  Organizational skills are directly connected to your achievement in school, in your career, and in life.  Just like any other skills, keeping yourself organized can be learned.  Get organized, save valuable time, and do everything better!  Learn what kind of an organizer you are, and how to manage your time, tasks, and work space more successfully.

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*Financial Skills for Today’s Youth*

 

As a young adult today, you have more opportunity than ever to make money decisions and you have more choices to pick from, too.  Start out strong-it’s never too soon to learn good money skills!  Get informed and learn how to avoid the traps and understand the real costs and real value.

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*Interpersonal Skills in a Hi-Tech World*

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With today’s technology, we have an ever- expanding ability to communicate with more people in more places, than ever before!  Know how to listen and communicate clearly, whether it’s in person, over the phone, online, or on paper.  Learn more about why it's so important to you and your future!

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*Writing Skills Workshop*

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Sharpen your pencil and your writing skills! This three-hour course takes you through selecting your essay topic, personal responses, and identifying your best supporting statements.  Build your understanding of the mechanics of sentence structure, the best word selection and positioning, and learn easy-to-use strategies for organizing your ideas and information.

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*Preparing for Freshman Year of High School*

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If you are looking forward to your freshman year of high school, you're experiencing one of the most exciting times of your life. Sometimes it also feels like one of the most daunting times. These tips can help you prepare for a successful beginning to your high school career.

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*Study Skills and Techniques*

                                 
Students become aware of and apply techniques that match how they learn best. This course covers important and practical study techniques that students can immediately apply in their daily academic courses, including time management, note taking, textbook studying, memory enhancement, and test taking strategies.

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*Going to College - 10 Great Preparation Tips!*

Over your lifetime, a college degree can provide you with more career options, a higher income, and better decision-making skills. These are all important in our changing and complex world. Studies show that the earlier a student begins preparing for college, the more likely he or she is to attend college and succeed.  This seminar is designed to help high school students start planning and preparing for college as early as the 9th grade.

 

*Best Negotiating Techniques*

This isn't a sit-back-and-listen seminar. You'll be put to the test in various scenarios, using different techniques, and gaining poise and confidence at every turn. You'll need to arrive ready to flex your intellectual muscles.  Sure, you'll learn some shortcuts and some easy negotiation tricks. But you'll also gain deeper insight into how the person across the table thinks, assumes, and reacts. You'll also gain the benefit of proven techniques to effectively deal with every phase of the negotiation process.

 

*Resume Writing 101*

                                                         

 Today, resumes must appeal to potential employers while also being optimized for the electronic age. Whether you are handing a resume over in person or are emailing an electronic copy to be added to an online database, the words you use and the formatting you choose will make a big difference in whether or not you get that interview.  This seminar walks you step-by-step through the creation of the most common sections found on resumes in today's job market. In addition to helping you determine what information should be included.  Please bring a hard copy or an electronic copy of your résumé with you.

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*Understanding the NCAA and Finding Scholarships for All Athletes (Divisions 1, 2 and 3)* 

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Athletic scholarships are based upon NCAA rules.  Certain schools are able to provide different scholarships and financial arrangements than others. Come to our seminar and learn to maneuver your way into scholarship opportunities.