How Social Media Sparks Social Work Innovation Have you wondered how social workers may benefit from using social media or how social media may spur innovation within social work? As per the interview that Pat Shelly, the Director of Community Engagement and Expansion at the University of Buffalo’s School of Social Work, conducted with me on inSocialWork’s […]
7 Career Tips for Macro Social Workers
Career Advice Every Macro Social Worker Needs to Know Editor’s Note: This interview with Laurel Hitchcock, PhD was originally published in June 2015 and remains one of the most comprehensive resources on macro social work careers on this site. The core interview content and career guidance are as relevant today as when Laurel first shared […]
How to Network in 4 Easy Steps
Are you a bit shy and/or nervous about networking? Do you wish there was a formula to follow to make the whole process easier? If yes, you are likely to find the guidance provided by the 20 Minute Networking Meeting book (affiliate link) by Marcia Ballinger and Nathan Perez helpful. There are four primary steps to […]
Virtual Career Fair for Social Workers
Online Career Fair for Social Workers Are you a new social worker looking to enter the workforce, or advance your career? If yes, you’ll want to register for the special online career fair that the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is holding on May 19, from 1 pm to 4 pm ET! You’ll be able to […]
Complete Guide to Starting Your Private Practice
Complete guide to starting a private practice from two successful practitioners. Michael Langlois, LICSW and Tamara G. Suttle, M.Ed., LPC share expert insights on building essential clinical skills, establishing your practice from scratch, getting your first clients, marketing strategies (websites, blogging, social media), managing the business side, creating systems and workflows, balancing multiple professional roles, finding your niche, and top 10 must-know startup tips. Whether you’re fresh out of graduate school or transitioning from agency work, learn everything you need to successfully launch and grow your private practice.
