Social Work Insider
Social Work Insider was a podcast by Harleny Vasquez, a Licensed Social Worker and founder of yourEVOLVEDmind where she dived into what it takes to be a resilient and empathy-driven Social Worker in today’s world and to help every Social Worker around the world develop their careers and becomes the best version of themselves.This podcast was dedicated to helping soon-to-be and current Social Workers who are looking to advance their professional careers. Harleny touches on topics ranging from entrepreneurship, social work career development, mindset, and personal branding.
Social Work Insider was listed as #18 out of the top 40 Social Work podcast to follow in 2022 for Feedspot.
FINAL SEASON WAS AUGUST 2023
Episodes
37 episodes
Season 3 Finale: Lessons from a Vacation, COVID, Self-Care, and a HUGE business update!
Welcome to the last episode of Season 3, my fellow Social Workers 🎉In this season finale, I dive into my recent vacation, the unexpected battle with COVID, and what it's taught me about myself and my work. I also share my thoughts on why...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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10:43
Redefining My Purpose and Expanding My Impact
In this episode of Social Work Insider, I am excited to drop hints about my spectacular season finale. I'm embracing a season of change, stepping beyond my usual focus on social workers to create a bigger impact. You'll get a peek into the intr...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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7:23
A Deep Dive into Remote Social Work | Sojourner White
In this episode, I get into a juicy conversation with Sojourner White who works as a remote social worker. Sojourner has spent her career helping out people who aren't often heard from and handling the difficulties of remote work. This episode ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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24:37
How to Write Your Personal Statement Like a Pro | Ft Michelle Bruxer
Applying for your Master of Social Work (MSW) just got way easier. Today's guest, Michelle Bruxer, takes you through the most important steps of writing your personal statement like a pro.This episode is all about:Th...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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20:30
Healing from Burnout in Social Work | Jelan Agnew, LCSW
In this episode, I delve into a deeply personal topic - burnout, a reality familiar to many in our field. We host the inspirational Jelan Agnew, a veteran social worker and advocate for mindful work-life balance, who candidly shares her harrowi...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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27:06
The Key to Passing Your Licensure Exam | Shara Ruffin, LCSW
Today, I get the privilege of chatting with Shara Ruffin. Shara's story is one of strength and determination as she juggles the demands of motherhood, fights depression, and ultimately triumphs in her journey to licensure. From the hard-learned...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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23:24
How Failing My Licensure Exam Led Me Towards Entrepreneurship
Today on Social Work Insider, I open up about my personal and professional experiences after failing my licensure exam by just 7 points. I'll share how this event motivated me to step into a supervisory role and eventually start my own coaching...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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15:40
Becoming a Social Worker Entrepreneur | Ft Christina Broderick-Royes, LSW
Christina Broderick-Royes is a former school social worker turned entrepreneur. She’s also an author and adjunct professor who teaches up-and-coming social workers. She leads the Social Work Entrepreneur Incubator, a p...
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25:09
Why Social Workers Need To Create A Personal Brand Now More Than Ever
Join me, Harleny Vasquez, your social work career coach, as I dive into the importance of personal branding for social workers at all stages of their careers. Discover how to navigate the diverse fields of social work, identify your core values...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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9:10
A New Season of Changing Lives: How I'm Making an Impact in Social Work
This year is all about breaking barriers.=Join me for a special episode recapping 2022 and the last two months! From my personal healing journey to becoming a first-time homeowner, it's been a whirlwind of growth and transformation. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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13:36
The Road To Becoming The Best Version of Myself | Season 2 Finale
Today, I close another successful chapter of my life. Season 2 of the Social Work Insider officially comes to a close as I take a moment to reset and reflect on how great this past year has been for me. Since the start of this podca...
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14:38
Leading With Heart And Purpose Ft Erica Sandoval (Part 2)
Hey, y'all, it's been a while since my last episode, but today I bring you Erica Sandoval. If you're a long-time podcast listener, you'll probably recognize her from an episode we did together back in March, where we learned about her journey i...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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17:59
Becoming A First-Time Home Owner As A First Generation 29 Yr Old Latina
It's time for some life updates! I wanted to take a break from the usual interview-style programming for this episode and instead have a real vulnerable but exciting unscripted conversation with you. There's honestly been a lot happening in my ...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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22:50
Resumes, LinkedIn, & Job Search Strategy | Everything You Need To Know About Job Hunting Ft Nii Ato
Get ready for a juicy episode my fellow social workers. Today, my guest Nii Ato and I break down to you the most important key strategies you should implement in your job search today so you can land your dream role fast. Some...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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55:22
How Dielle Charon Went From A Struggling Social Worker To A 6 Figure Sales Coach
As a social worker, the typical route to making money is to pursue a degree and then eventually get into a job that pays you a consistent salary. But did you know there’s a world out there where you can make 10x more than a job will ever give y...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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27:33
How To Attract Financial Abundance As A Social Worker W/ Eva Forde
Are you looking to attract more money in your life as a social worker? If so, then this is the episode for you. As a "for the people" profession, it's easy for us as social workers to think of money second, right after impact. Because of that, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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37:14
The Future of The Social Work Industry Ft. Sarah Johnston
The Social Work industry is expected to grow 2x faster than the growth of an average industry within the next year. That’s just one of the many gems my guest today Sarah Johnston dropped in today’s episode. Join us as we discuss the future of t...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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24:51
Building an Empathy Driven Career with Eric Stephens
Does building a career and displaying empathy work well together? Well, according to my guest in today’s episode, Eric Stephens, the founder of HireHigherEd - they do!Listen in as Eric shares with me his personal and very inspiring story...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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33:46
How Arbol Is Changing The Lives of First-Generation Students | Ft Co-Founders David Gonzalez and Favio Osorio- Part 2
"Financially Ungraduated" is a term that my guests today, the co-founders of Arbol, created to address a big issue in today's world... financial illiteracy for students.The truth is, many high achieving students have the drive to finish ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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20:26
Finding Career Success As A Woman Of Color | Ft Jasmine Escalera
Most people don’t know it but your mindset is a key component in dictating your level of success as a social work professional. Yup, not your resume, LinkedIn, or previous certifications - but instead, it’s your mindset.Today, my guest J...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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31:15
How to Interview Effectively and Negotiate Salary With Madeline Mann
If you thought you already knew everything there was when it came to job interviews, boy are you in for a treat. Today, I have the one and only Madeline Mann with me on this episode of the Social Work Insider Podcast where she shares her key in...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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25:33
Dealing with Impostor Syndrome as Woman of Color FT. Lakeya Cherry
From getting her DSW to becoming a CEO and now starting her own coaching business, my guest today, Lakeya Cherry, it’s a woman of many talents.. Join me as we talk about the many obstacles Lakeya had to overcome from being a first generation ra...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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29:22
BONUS EPISODE: How Arbol Is Changing The Lives of First Gen Low-Income Students | Ft Co-Founders David Gonzalez and Favio Osorio- Part 1
As a first-generation Latina college grad, I’ve personally experienced how expensive the world of academia can be for students looking to pursue a degree. With expenses such as textbooks, transportation, and college tuition all adding up, it’s ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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23:36
Social Work Month Exclusive Interview with Author of Latinx In Social Work- Erica Sandoval ( Part 1)
Happy Social Work Month! This episode is a special one because my guest today isn’t just any other guest, they’re my mentor - Erica Sandoval.During this episode we discussed Erica’s personal journey on becoming a Latina Social Worker an...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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41:34
How to Create a Personal Brand as a Social Worker FT. Jennifer Luna
Do you know how to sell yourself as a Social Worker? During interviews, are you able to answer the question “tell me about yourself” confidently? If you said no to any of the above, then this is the episode for you. Today, I’ve brou...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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36:00