"I refuse to be ordinary. I choose to live my life in the extraordinary. Circumstances and statistics may reveal the facts, but utimatley God designed my destiny."
-Shemeka K. Brathwaite-
Empowerment Hour
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Time: 9:00pm (EST)
Topic: Get Your Audacious Goals Off The Shelves in 2012
*See Empowerment Hour tab for more details.
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Building Your Career- Group Coaching Series
Prepared and qualified job applicants are in high demand in this current economy by employers! Get ahead by equipping yourself with the work readiness tools and skills to build your career! Topics will include career exploration, resume & cover letter writing, networking, the job market, overcoming barriers to employment, developing a career portfolio, interviewing, resources, success strategies, and common mistakes job applicants make and many more.
Format
Receiving career-coaching techniques with life success strategies, participants will be engaged through discussions, role-plays and activities that awaken deeper insights into self-awareness, potential, passion, and the desire for a meaningful and significant career. A formal advice commentary is given in the beginning, and then the phone lines are open for general questions that would benefit the entire group on the specific topic for the session.
About the facilitator:
Shemeka Brathwaite, MSEd, is a New York University certified personal & life coach and earned her Masters of Science degree in Adult Education and Human Resource Development from Fordham University.
Special guest speakers are invited occasionally.
Registration:
No RSVP required, however, this teleconference is limited to only 96 participants.
Free Conference Call
Conference Dial-in Number: (661) 673-8600
Participant Access Code: 855917#
Cost: FREE (This career coaching opportunity is in a live recording public group teleconference setting. All sessions of the series will be made available immediately in the archives via telephone and www.divinevessels.com as a MP3 file for download. Individuals seeking one-on-one private coaching can send an email to coaching_divinevessels.com)
I would like to personally invite you to visit my blog Reaching Your Career Dreams. I am not by any means an expert on the game of life, but I do understand that there are strategies one must have in place in order to be successful to win. Success is not placed in your hands, but in your reach. When you reach for something, you are making a conscience decision that you want it.
I am on the same journey as you are on, which is simply to understand why we were created and our purpose in life. This blog stems from my organization Divine Vessels Empowerment. It is the fruition of a concept that I had within me for at least ten years. I was waiting for a big pie in they sky moment in the far future to make this dream happen. I realized however, that the best time is now and here I am. Why wait? Tomorrow is not a promise but a gift.
Reaching Your Career Dreams is all about the choices, information, and resources that brings us either closer or away from our career dreams. The reason why this is not just a life coaching or career coaching blog is that both are so intricately intertwined. There is so much to cover. Will you join me on this journey?
www.reachingyourcareerdreams.blogspot.com
Divines Vessels Empowerment was established in March of 2008 and operates as a personal & professional development organization based in New York City.
MISSION
Aspire. Create. Develop.
VISION
Help individuals around the world to aspire, create and develop their vision for their lives with purpose and empowerment.
CORE VALES & PHILOSPHY
PURPOSE
MOTIVATION
POTENTIAL
Shemeka Kim Brathwaite, MSEd, has been professionally known as "The Career Stylist" for some years due to her ability to help clients discover their career dreams, and develop a unique pathway for its successful attainment. She continues to exemplify the ability to design and reach her own dreams as the founder of Divine Vessels Empowerment, providing dynamic workshops to various audiences.
Shemeka is especially well qualified to speak on career and professional development with firsthand knowledge and experience in the fast-paced New York City work-lifestyle and fashion industry. She has worked at major design firms such as Liz Claiborne, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Jones Apparel Group as a technical designer. Currently she works as a job search coach to countless individuals.
Her accomplishments have earned her recognition from the Who's Who among American Colleges & Universities, various organizations and the media. Her award winning poem Virtuous Woman is published in the anthology entitled Our Stories, Ourselves: The EmBODYment of Women's Literacy (WE LEARN, 2011). As a spoken word performing artist, Shemeka has performed at the famous Nyurorican Poets Café, The Afrikan Poetry Theater, and in the choreopoem stage play The Poets Testimony. In addition, her article on vocational education in New York is published in Perspectives: The New York Journal of Adult Learning.
Shemeka serves on the board of the Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island Area Health Education Center, The Brooklyn Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Womens Clubs, Inc. as Director of Public Relations, the NANBPWC Northeast District technology committee and the editorial board for Signature Caribbean Weddings. Her professional affiliations also include membership in the National Career Development Association and the Beta Omicron Chapter of The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc.
As a lifelong learner, Shemeka received her BS from Syracuse University, Coaching Certification from New York University and her MS in Adult Education and Human Resource Development from Fordham University.
Communication is esstential! As a motivational speaker, I seek to convey and dynamically present concepts, imagery, and observations from life, in hope of stimulating my audiences awareness and insight. What makes me effective as an empowerment facilitator comes from my ability to acquire knowledge and make it relevant.
I've realized that my God given purpose and passion is simply to inspire, create, and develop. Now I want to use the same skills to motivate and inspire others.
POPULAR TOPICS
*Speaker fees are based on completion of a Speaker Request (SRF). Prices ranges from $50-$800 plus travel expenses.
Shemeka Kim Brathwaite earned her masters degree in Adult Education and Human Resource Development from Fordham University and taught hundereds of individuals in her career. She has worked as a Career Development Facilitator at a leading non profit organization, a College Instructor at the College of New Rochelle's School of New Resources, professional development presentor at several colleges including Syracuse University, Fordham University, St. Joseph College and local community colleges. Ms. Brathwaite had the opportunity to present at an international conference and present locally with video streaming that had participants as far away as Sir Lanka, India.
*Trainer fees are based on completion of a Speaker Request (SRF). Prices ranges from $50-$800 plus travel expenses. Please contact Divine Vessels Empowerments for programs not listed below.
MOST REQUESTED PROGRAMS:
Virtuous Woman: Self- empowerment for Girls/Women
This seminar was designed to guide women through a
process in which they come to understand the importance of their
individual life experiences and how these experiences can be
applied to making a positive impact in the world. Topics include
self-esteem, character education, community service and over
coming obstacles. Available in 1-hr ,3-hr and full day seminar/workshop
formats. This presentation is customized to meet the learning
needs of various audiences.
Make It Happen
This workshop was designed to inspire individuals to fulfill their
God given purpose on earth. Topics include the power of choice,
understanding potential, dealing with F.E.A.R., and moving from
faith to action. Available in all seminar/workshop formats.
Perfect for Christian based audiences and organizations.
Building Your Career
Workforce development training is in high demand in this current
economy. Get ahead by equipping yourself with the work readiness
skills to be hired by an employer! Topics can include career exploration,
job market, over coming barriers to employment, developing a career
portfolio, interviewing, resources, success strategies, and common
mistakes. Available in all three seminar/workshop formats. This
presentation is customized to meet the learning needs of various
audiences.
Networking 101: How to Make Contacts & Build Relationships
Develop new networking concepts and strategies by learning the four
stages of the networking cycle. This workshop engages participants
with immediate application of key points using activities and
worksheets. Topics include setting S.M.A.R.T. goals, focused and
strategic networking. Available in 1hr and 3-hr seminar/workshop
formats only.
SEMINAR/TRAINING FORMATS:
1-hour seminars
• Focused training
• Keynote speech format
• Seminar outline
3-hour workshops
• In depth training
• Workshop format
• Handouts
• Personal assessment
6-hour workshops
• Advance training
• Training program format
• Workbook/materials
• Personal assessments
• Teleconference follow-up
Shemeka Kim Brathwaite MSEd , is a New York University Certified Personal & Life Coach with a specialization in career and small business coaching. Shemeka has been professionally known as "The Career Stylist" for some years due to her ability to help clients discover their career dreams, and develop a unique pathway for its successful attainment. She currently works full time in career services on a 23,000+ student campus in addition to teaching Career Interest Review at the College of New Rochelle.
*Career Coaching Fees are based on independent sessions, 3 or 6 month Empowerment Coaching Program.
Programs are structured and include workbooks and assessments. Please contact DVE for more information.
Coaching fees rates:
Shemeka Kim Brathwaite MSEd , is a New York University Certified Personal & Life Coach. Shemeka has been professionally known as "The Career Stylist" for some years due to her ability to help clients discover their career/life dreams, and develop a unique pathway for its successful attainment.
*Personal/Life Coaching Fees are based on independent sessions, 3 or 6 month Empowerment Coaching Program. Programs are structured and include workbooks and assessments. Please contact DVE for more information.
1 Hour $75
45 Minutes $60
30 Minutes $45
I A.C.E.D. It: Making Your Dreams a Reality
Utilizing the A.C.E.D. Method™, participants are encouraged to reach
for the stars because they can make their dreams a reality. Topics
include goal setting, time management, motivation, passion,
commitment and F.E.A.R. Available in all three seminar/workshop
formats. This presentation is customized to meet the learning needs of
various audiences
I personally was in awe of the timeliness, astuteness, critical information and Holy Spirited responses each of you passionately shared with all as our panelists. It was humbling to be amidst such progressive thinkers who are believers that intimately understand the issues stagnating our community who possess the will (and power) to effect a change.
-Joseph C. Fagan, AYL Conference Event Host
Before I sat down with Shemeka, I was getting job interviews but no offers. After two weeks of interviewing coaching, I received one second round interview and two job offers.
-T. Cummings
Shemeka is an inspiring and knowledgeable motivational speaker with the ability to instill confidence and empowerment in those she coaches. She has a great way of helping people unlock their potential. April 26, 2010
-S. Porter , Assistant Designer , Jones Apparel Group
"We thank you so much for accepting the invitation to serve as a presenter at the conference. The news is still spreading and everyone was impressed with every session. They can't wait to do it again"
-Betty Mooring, Conference Coordinator
"Your time and talents have truly enriched the lives of our apprentices and have helped make this summer an invaluable experience. Once again, thank you!"
-S. Lofty, Program Director
Teens That Mean Business
www.teensmeanbusiness.com
I cant imagine working with and learning from anyone else. Her vast knowledge of her field, her friendly and helping manner and her determination and passion to teach our students and provide them with the best opportunities possible make her impossible to replace. April 21, 2008
- K. J. Abrantes
Internship and Employment Coordinator
Fordham University
"Your skills and experience in creative designs will help our students broaden their horizons and seek their own unique identity in today's ever changing society."
-Tareta C
BCPC Jesus is Alive Power 25 "Are You Listening? Parent Youth Community Conference. Education Panelist, September 2011
Personal and Community Conference, Calvary Baptist Church of Red Hook, February 2010
"3-Part Career Development Series" Workshop Trainer, Grand Central Neighborhood, August 2009
"Resume Writing", Workshop Presenter, Teens That Mean Business, July 2009
"Workforce Training", Assistant Presenter, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, July 2009
Networking 101: How to Make Contacts and Build Relationships, Keynote, Syracuse Beta Psi NANBPWC Inc., April 2009
Adult Educators as Consultants, Co-Presenter, Fordham University Adult Education and Human Resource Development Department, April 2009
Engaging Rebellion: Hard to reach youth, Speaker, Heights Toastmasters, May 2008
24: A New Concept in Time Management, Speaker, Heights Toastmasters, April 2008
Using Common Denominators to Empower Yourself as a Minority, Association of Latino Professionals in Finance & Accounting, Fordham University, January 2008
The Power of Setting Goals, Presenter, 1st Annual Sister-to-Sister Conference, Ronald E. McNair Elementary School, March 2006
Goal Setting", Workshop Presenter, Office of Career Services, Syracuse University, 2004
"Self-identity Workshop on Creative Arts and Design", Workshop presenter, Science & Technology Entry Program's (STEP) Saturday Learning Academy, 2004
"Fashion Design Workshop", Facilitator, School of the HeArts, 2003
What is coaching?
"Coaching is partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.
Professional coaches provide an ongoing partnership designed to help clients produce fulfilling results in their personal and professional lives. Coaches help people improve their performances and enhance the quality of their lives.
Coaches are trained to listen, to observe and to customize their approach to individual client needs. They seek to elicit solutions and strategies from the client; they believe the client is naturally creative and resourceful. The coach's job is to provide support to enhance the skills, resources, and creativity that the client already has."
Source: International Coaching Federation
www.coachfederation.org
How far in advance do I need to book a speaker from Divine Vessels Empowerment?
The average time is 4-6 weeks. This allows DVE enough time to send out a media kit and receive a completed speaker request form & contract. Proper preparation and follow up is provided until and after event.
Who are your clients?
Divine Vessels Empowerment mostly work with the following:
How are the teleseminars conducted?
When you join the Divine Vessels Empowerment Network, you will receive an invitation to RSVP to participate in the next "Empowerment Hour" teleseminar. You would then receive an email with full details of the date, time, telephone number and access code of the event. Services are provided by FreeConference. The teleseminars are interactive with multiple participants from the Divine Vessels Empowerment Network. Depending on the topic, you may receive some worksheets or website resources before hand to enhance the learning experience. Sometimes guest speakers are invited.
What are the fees for Divine Vessels Empowerment services?
The speaking fees are based on the completion of the speaker request form. The price ranges from $50-$800 plus travel expenses.
For more information
E mail: shemeka_divinevessels.com
Phone: 1-773-2DIVINE
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