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
We say Good-bye to the Momfluence Podcast; we welcome the College & Career Ready Podcast for Parents + Students
Out with the old, in with the new. We say good bye to the Momfluence Podcast and we say Hello to the College & Career Ready Podcast!
What will remain the same?
-You can continue to find us in the maj…
![[Career Exploration] Pharmacy Technician to an Entrepreneur - A Tale of Transition, Triumph and Transformation](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/hustwy7rf5bmmyfru2ts7a7b3lb7?.jpg)
[Career Exploration] Pharmacy Technician to an Entrepreneur - A Tale of Transition, Triumph and Transformation
Join us for an enlightening encounter with Anthony Newton, a man who's climbed the ladder from being a certified pharmacy technician to becoming the founder and CEO of Kaduceus Holdings. In this capt…
Finding your Career by Exploring Who You Are and What You Value.
Is the career you considering align with who you are as a person and does it support your values? Does it allow the opportunity for you to use your gifts and talents? We all have something in us that…
![[Career Exploration] School of Optometry @ University Houston + my experience with mental health w/ Katia Guzman](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/rlcjv29gax2pxahmo46i0o10q3ly?.jpg)
[Career Exploration] School of Optometry @ University Houston + my experience with mental health w/ Katia Guzman
What if you were one step away from discovering your passion, and that step was merely a conversation away? Join us in an enlightening discussion with our star guest, Katia, a doctorate student of Op…
Setting goals: Common mistakes, accountability, having fun and taking action!
I know this year is going to be an epic year for all of us without a doubt. And you know why I say that? Because if you're actually listening into this podcast, even though I might not know all of yo…
[Career Spotlight] A career in Neurostructural-focused Chiropractic Care, Mental overload and being a First Generation Indian American College Student with Dr. Nav
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, pren…
Wrapping up the year by giving to others and providing service to our community
Hi Friend, let's wrap up the year by giving back to the community! In today's episode we share about how we can find time in between the chaos and business of life to serve others. I hope you get ins…
Home away from home, new traditions and homesickness with Kaycia Ellingsen
Kaycia Ellingsen she is a mom of three, a wife, an adventurer, and a bestselling author. She has moved multiple times and has experienced the joys and challenges of moving to new areas. Kaycia is pas…
Thankful for you my friend
May your day be filled with joy and happiness while enjoying the company of others being family, friends or both. Remember you are surrounded by people who love and support YOU. This is the day to be…
![Career in Arts Media and Entertainment with our Guest Alfonso Aguirre [Career Spotlight]](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/90n0xw70rdmy607vxxyzne70zayg?.jpg)
Career in Arts Media and Entertainment with our Guest Alfonso Aguirre [Career Spotlight]
Our special guest on today’s episode is Alfonso Aguirre. Alfonso is an actor, acting coach and print model in Houston, TX. He has experience working in television, commercials, short films and print …
How are YOU showing up for THEM or how would YOU like for others to show up for YOU?
Friend, this is a must listen to episode for you and your child! I think we all need this little pep talk. I can't wait for you to listen in, we also have some great news to share so stay tuned til t…
The cost of education: The episode that will teach you to be smart about your money. The rearview mirror doesn’t define who you are today! With our Guest: Amanda DeLaney from Financial FixHER™
As our guest we have, Amanda DeLaney today! She is a Spending Behavior Strategist, Bulletproof Budget Coach, and Host of the Financial FixHER™ Podcast. As a trusted guide for audacious women becoming…
Finding yourself and your career when things don't go as planned -Courtney Wendzicki (Career Spotlight)
Today we have Courtney Wendzicki as our guest speaker. In our conversation, Courtney shares her own personal career journey with us. After graduating with a Bachelors in public relations, a business …
What do YOU see in the mirror?
What do you see in the mirror when you see yourself in the mirror, my friend? I have a question for you and I to ponder on these next couple of days: Is what you ask of your children, the same you se…
Intentional Conversations with Megan Eddinger
Today we have Megan Eddinger as our guest speaker. She is a mom of three with her oldest in his first semester of college. Megan shares with us her intentional conversations she has had with her chil…
The Importance of Normalizing Tough Conversations with our Children
Today we discuss the important of 'normalizing' tough conversations. We will discuss:
- How to normalize daily conversations with our kids.
- Conscious effort of having intentional conversations with our c…
A Conversation on Children's Mental Health with Licensed Psychologist - Dr. Gushanas
I am excited to have Kim Gushanas, Ph.D., as our guest speaker! Dr. G, as her patients call her, is a licensed Psychologist and an assistant professor at The University of Texas Medical Branch. She s…
Raw Conversations. Let's talk!
Today I share with you some thoughts and questions to ask yourself. Do you have in your community people who you can reach out to when you are having a rough time in your life? Do you have open and h…
Growth and leadership skills over 23 years and still loving it!
Ever thought of being with the same company for 23 years and still loving it! Today I am very excited to share with you our guest Rachel Vargas. What is the secret? She is passionate about what she …
What 'WE' think and say about them matters. You won't want to miss this story!!
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 b…