The College and Career Ready Podcast | empowering students for the careers of tomorrow
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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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 27 minutes
- Episodes
- 103
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2024
80. The Network Generation: From Introverts to Influencers w/ Podcast Hosts of The BEN Show Podcast
Today we feature an engaging conversation with Shia and Kennedy, young podcasters of the 'Ben show podcast,' exploring their journey into podcasting, their first live podcast experience, and insights…
79. Stand Out with a Portfolio (for College Admissions, Internships and Job Interviews): A Guide for Students
- What is a portfolio
- How to create a portfolio for college and career readiness
- Examples of what to include in a portfolio for high s…
78. Timely Episode: The Importance of Letters of Recommendation
Discover how these powerful narratives, starting from 9th grade, offer a vivid p…
77. How Your Words Impact Your Adolescents' Performance
In today's episode we will be exploring the power of words in shaping adolescents' academic and overall performance, and how parents can positively influence their children's self-talk and behavior t…
76. How to Help Your Student Improve their SAT and ACT Scores, Get Into Top Colleges, and Win $1,000's in Scholarships w/ Dr. Shaan Patel
Dr. Shaan Patel, MD, MBA is founder and CEO of Prep Expert. As seen on ABC’s “Shark Tank,” Prep Expert is a leading education company that has helped more than 100,000 students improve their SAT and …
Bonus: The Art of Local Scholarship Hunting, a Hidden Secret Google Search Scholarship Tip, and a Scholarship Opportunity for College Students Away From Home
In today's bonus episode, we dive into strategies and opportunities to unveil hidden scholarships. We explore tips on finding scholarships within your community and highlight a scholarship opportunit…
75. An Innovative Pathway to an Engineering Degree: A Partnership between Industry, Community College & Texas A&M Engineering with Eddie Alvarado
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, blendin…
74. Combining Passions in Chemical Engineering and Business Management, Finding Community and Being Resourceful: a Student Tale from Zimbabwe to Bucknell University with Omuhle Ndhlovu
When Omuhle Ndhlovu stepped onto the campus of Bucknell University, she carried with her more than just textbooks; she brought a vision for change that stretched all the way from Zimbabwe to the hear…
73. The Impact of Paid Internships and Experiential Learning with Bernadina Gonzales Streeter
![[Bonus] Scholarship Opportunity | Cafe Bustelo](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ly1k6nk6pxik92hsq0a4l4v47q85?.jpg)
[Bonus] Scholarship Opportunity | Cafe Bustelo
Café Bustelo El Café Del Futuro Scholarship applicants must meet the following scholarship criteria to qualify:
- Open to ALL majors
- Must be attending a 4-year HACU …
72. The 3 Steps To Take When Your Teen Decides To Change Their Career Plans
Whether your child is facing a switch in high school endorsements or a complete overhaul of their college major, our late…
[Bonus] How to File an Appeal for Financial Award Aid When Your Family Requires More Funds
71. High School Options (Pathways, Certifications, Dual Credit, Endorsements) Plus Tips to Reduce Stress and Anxiety in the Process.
Step into the world of high school career planning with Sonia Cacique in this special episode. Unr…
70. Acceptance letters, rejection letters and waitlist. How to decide what college and the rollercoaster of emotions.
Today we will explore what your options are and what to consider when deciding with your teen what college to choose.
The emotional twists and turns of the college admissions process can feel like be…
![69. [Career Exploration] The Future of Oil and Gas: High-Tech Careers and Environmental Innovation with Industry Insider Mark LaCour](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/t7b4rbyrwfbwnxw6gbi143iestvl?.jpg)
69. [Career Exploration] The Future of Oil and Gas: High-Tech Careers and Environmental Innovation with Industry Insider Mark LaCour
Imagine shattering the myths surrounding the oil and gas industry and stepping into a world of high-tech, environmentally conscious opportunities - that's exactly what we're doing with our guest Mark…
68. Find Summer Programs to Gain Meaningful Experiences
![67. [Career Exploration] A Career In Veterinary Pharmacy with Alexandria Arnett; Texas Tech University Student](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/74pnzymicassb83ivmfamk8rlvp7?.jpg)
67. [Career Exploration] A Career In Veterinary Pharmacy with Alexandria Arnett; Texas Tech University Student
66. Connect with your teen using their primary love language
65. Guide Your Teen Towards their Ideal Career using a 4-Step Framework
You're not al…
![64. [Student Pep Talk] Finding your Faith, Gifts & Friendship: Sarah's Journey from Interior Design to Non-Profit Leadership (Sam Houston State University; former Southeastern University student)](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/5vfpvips570dayns3ppjwiurybhd?.jpg)
64. [Student Pep Talk] Finding your Faith, Gifts & Friendship: Sarah's Journey from Interior Design to Non-Profit Leadership (Sam Houston State University; former Southeastern University student)
When life throws a curveball at your meticulously sketched plans, how do you pivot and catch your calling? Our latest guest, Sarah Hensley— from Sam Houston State University—did just that, trading he…