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BSSP | Tavares Anderson

BSSP | Tavares Anderson

Tavares Anderson graces the show with his voiceover talent origin story, and provides his extensive knowledge of the voiceover industry, how to start, the different kinds of voiceover work, and the do’s and do not’s for strengthening your skills.

BSSP | Charliese Agnew

BSSP | Charliese Agnew

We’re joined by Charliese Agnew whose 10+ years of public relations, marketing and communications experience has taken her work across numerous industries. She talks about how majoring in public relations expanded her reach into communications, overcoming challenges...

BSSP | Alexis McKinney

BSSP | Alexis McKinney

Alexis McKinney joins us and talks about working for the Portland Trail Blazers as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Content Specialist. She details how she used networking and a creative campaign pitch to create her own position, as well as moving from the midwest to...

A Growth Mindset Starter Kit

A Growth Mindset Starter Kit

      Flashback... The other day, I thought about some of the things that I pursued in my younger years. In 7th grade, I gained a passion for breakdancing and dedicated my free time to studying tutorials and dance competitions. In 9th grade, I decided to take a...

First Week of School Checklist

First Week of School Checklist

  It’s that time again! Another school year starts, and even amidst a pandemic, you probably have the same first week of school ritual: new clothes, fresh hair, and stories about how your Netflix binge game stepped up since COVID-19. This is an essential time to make...

The Freshman 15: Get Ahead of the Game!

The Freshman 15: Get Ahead of the Game!

Edited by Kortney Nash         Ahh, freshman year. A time that’s new, exciting, and nerve-wracking at the same time. We know the feeling. And we probably made all of the most common mistakes: didn’t ask questions, Facebook, dropped classes too late, Instagram, a...

10+ Side Hustles You Can Do Virtually

10+ Side Hustles You Can Do Virtually

As the country is trying to get a hold on the virus, people have fewer opportunities to work or make extra money without putting themselves at risk. Fortunately, the Internet opens the door to big and small ventures without stepping a foot outside. There are many side...

How To Cut College Costs

How To Cut College Costs

  You’ve probably heard the phrase, “College is an investment.” Meaning…it may cost you a pretty penny. Despite all of the friendships, networking, and invaluable experiences you can build in college, it’s essential to be conscious of the price tag for your...

3 Effortless Money Tactics

3 Effortless Money Tactics

  The toughest part about creating good money habits is putting the discipline behind it. Instant gratification and lack of knowledge can direct your money in places that prevent you from reaching a secure financial future. We all need to take baby steps toward...

Discover Your Learning Style

Discover Your Learning Style

  Everyone is an individual in every sense of the word. We think, take in information, and express ourselves differently from each other. I personally never connected this idea to how I learned in school. While I was content with my B-average grade,  there was a...

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