Episodes
Summary In this episode of the Senior Year Game Plan, host Michele Ehrlich discusses the importance of planning for a successful senior year in high school, focusing on lucrative career paths such as cybersecurity and the role of military training. With insights from guests Stephanie, Amarie, and Alice, the conversation explores the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals, the benefits of military service, and the skills necessary for success in both fields. The discussion emphasizes...
Published 11/14/24
Summary In this episode of the Senior Year Game Plan, high school seniors Amarie and Alice discuss the critical decisions they face as they approach college applications. They explore the importance of campus visits, both virtual and in-person, and how these experiences shape their views on potential schools. The conversation delves into what factors are most important when choosing a college, including diversity, support services, and financial considerations. The episode also highlights...
Published 11/06/24
Summary In this episode of the Senior Year Game Plan, host Michelle Ehrlich discusses the intricacies of financial aid and scholarships with Samantha Adriansen, a Yale graduate who successfully navigated the financial aid landscape to attend Yale on a full scholarship. The conversation covers Samantha's journey, the importance of networking, the resources available for scholarships, and her transition into a finance career. They also explore the skills necessary for success in finance, the...
Published 10/30/24
Keywords: senior year, college applications, financial aid, time management, career planning, student stress, upskilling, deadlines, scholarships, future of work Summary: In this episode of the Senior Year Plan podcast, host Michelle Erlich discusses the challenges faced by high school seniors during their final year, particularly focusing on managing college applications, deadlines, and the overwhelming pressure that comes with it. Joined by guests Alice Bao and Amarie Biru, they share...
Published 10/22/24
In this conversation, Forest Hills high school seniors Amarie Biroo and Alice Bao, along with educator, Army vet, author of "Career Guide: New Careers for Next Generation People" and "Best Careers for 2025 and Beyond" and podcast host Michele Ehrlich, discuss the various paths available after graduation, including traditional four-year colleges, community colleges, trade schools, and military options. They explore the impact of AI on future careers, the importance of sustainability, and the...
Published 10/16/24
Welcome to the Senior Year Game Plan Podcast, hosted by Forest Hills High School seniors in Queens, NYC! In this episode, we’ll guide you through a simple and effective game plan to help seniors and their families prepare for college and career success. We’ll start by reassessing your goals and interests, exploring career options that align with your strengths. From there, we’ll dive into educational choices, whether it's college, trade school, or certification programs, ensuring you find the...
Published 10/05/24
Welcome to the Senior Year Game Plan Podcast! In this episode, we’ll guide you through a simple and effective game plan to help seniors and their families prepare for college and career success. We’ll start by reassessing your goals and interests, exploring career options that align with your strengths. From there, we’ll dive into educational choices, whether it's college, trade school, or certification programs, ensuring you find the best fit. Plus, we’ll cover how to navigate financial aid...
Published 10/05/24
It's not too late to get in on the Summer 2024 NYC Internships and part time jobs! Some deadlines have passed but we explore internships and other paid training programs that are still available for you to apply to: it's not too late to be great in NYC if you're 14-24 years old!
Published 03/13/24
The last few days has unpacked a large amount of info about the next generation of jobs in NYC and how to get trained in one of them. Explore with me, I'll show you where to go to find these new and exciting opportunities!
Published 03/11/24
We will walk through how to find training--both free and paid--to find a valuable and well-paid career!
Published 03/07/24
Do you want to craft your own career and study program at college based on current jobs, or future ones? Naturally, it's more important than ever to research the future of employment so you can make the best choices for your career and your family.
Published 03/07/24
I dove into the 124-page press release given by Mayor of NYC Eric Adams yesterday, February 28, 2024 in order to see what types of jobs are being created, how and when and how can you take action to participate in these initiatives? I explore the basic ideas behind the Green Economy Action Plan unveiled yesterday and how that might help students and job seekers in NYC find gainful, well-paid emloyment.
Published 03/01/24
What can we study now to position ourselves well for an interesting and well-paid job for the future? Look no further than this podcast, where we explore the new, hot and next generation careers: what they are and how you get them!
Published 03/01/24
What might be the right fit for you? Explore the ways you can go about finding a well paid job that will also add value to the world!
Published 03/01/24
Learn about what they are and how you can get into a program!
Published 03/01/24
What will work and employment be like in the next 10-20 years? These episodes take a deeper look into where these jobs might be found and how to get a great one!
Published 03/01/24
This is the podcast where we explore where the jobs will be, how to get training in them and how to get well-paying jobs in leading industries!
Published 03/01/24
Are you a student about to graduate high school? A college student figuring out what career path to choose? A veteran or someone else in need of a job in NYC that will pay comfortably above the living wage? I will explore weekly the different job and training opportunities that are being created here in NYC.
Published 03/01/24
Let's explore and unpack what on earth Mayor Adams is talking about in his press release yesterday, February 28, 2024 when he unearthed his Green Economy Action Plan! What are the jobs, where are they, and how can YOU get one?
Published 03/01/24
There will be new jobs in new places starting now, with the Green Economy Action Plan created by Mayor Adams and unveiled yesterday, February 28, 2024.
Published 03/01/24
Students and job seekers should pay attention to the jobs that are going to be created in NYC by the Green Economy Action Plan!
Published 03/01/24
This clip is digging into Mayor Eric Adam's New Green Economy's Initiative for new training programs.
Published 03/01/24
Mayor Eric Adams rolled out his Green Economy Action Plan, which sounded promising for students and career changers looking to get into a career where you can make an impact, and you don't necessarily need to have a 4 year bachelor's degree to get in to some of these well-paid positions. We will go through the basics of what Mayor Adams was saying about jobs for the upcoming years here in NYC: what are the jobs, how to train for them, and who is hiring. In other episodes, I will give you...
Published 02/29/24