The Success Blog
Find useful information on a variety of topics to help you succeed!
BSSP | Anthony Nutting
We’re excited to have Anthony Nutting on our first episode! He talks how he turned his passion for sports into a fulfilling career with the Golden State Warriors and the formerly Oakland Raiders. We also talk about the relationships he built from networking on campus...
BSSP | Keisha Marsh
Keisha Marsh, CEO of Buttaz & Wax, joins the show to talk about the inspiration of her skin care products, starting a business, putting her personality into her work, and uplifting the image and confidence of young, Black girls.
BSSP | Ariel Johnson
Ariel Johnson joins us to talk about how she combined her law degree with her passion for education equity. She details her childhood and college experiences that empowered her to advocate for children’s needs in the Illinois Network of Charter Schools.
BSSP | Ed Cook
We talked with Ed Cook who went from working as a financial advisor to supporting other financial advisors in his work. He details finding his strengths, pivoting within his career, and ways he pays it forward.
Top 10 Inspiring Barack Obama Quotes
Today we celebrate Barack Obama's 60th birthday with our top 10 list of inspiring quotes! 1. "Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” ~ Barack Obama...
College Move-In Checklist
After a year of online learning and social distancing, many universities appear to be planning to reopen for in-person instruction and dorming for Fall 2021. As many students prepare to move on campus for the first time or to move back on campus for the first time...
Finding Scholarships 101
Free money for school is never a bad thing. It’s the search and application processes that can wear on your patience. If you’re in a rut with your scholarship and grant search, use these tips to get you back in motion…
BSSP | Dr. Lawrence Chatters
We’re joined by Dr. Lawrence Chatters who details his journey in the world of psychology. Dr. Chatters discusses why he chose to study psychology and how he gained diverse experience during his grad studies, which led to becoming the VP of Student Affairs of a...
BSSP | Dr. Temiwumi Ojo
Dr. Temiwumi Ojo graces the podcast with her journey as a resident physician. She talks about navigating her educational path as a Black woman, preparing for med school, and a typical day in her busy schedule.
BSSP | Nick Jones
We’re joined by Nick Jones who discusses his career as a police officer. He details his job search, striving to be a positive influence in his community, and his extra efforts to serve the youth in the city that raised him.