Savannah Turbett
On the Job: Dennis Williams-Michell
Eight years ago, Dennis Williams-Mitchell was a freshman taking TeenQuest at Grand Blanc High School. At the time, he had no idea that he would one day be facilitating the program with his former facilitator and mentor Richard Hatcher. “It is an amazing feeling coming back and being able to teach others the same things […]
Read MoreFive Things to Know to Succeed in an Interview
Finding a job can be difficult. According to Zippia, a job search website, an individual will, on average, get one interview for every six applications they complete. So, when you get an interview, it is important to be prepared. “Preparing for an interview is one of the major components of TeenQuest’s pre-employment training,” says James […]
Read MoreFuture Entrepreneurs: YQ Biz Kicks off for YouthQuest High School Students
Once again, YouthQuest is participating in YQ Biz in conjunction with Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) and Youth Entrepreneurial Institute (YEI). The program, which has evolved over the years, allows students to create and run businesses over the course of the school year, selling real products and making actual money. “YQ Biz is a great […]
Read MoreNational Scholarship Month: Local Scholarship Students Can Take Advantage Of
Did you know that November is National Scholarship Month? The month aims to build awareness of scholarships and celebrate the common goal of getting students to and through college. There is a significant need for scholarships to help students attend school. According to Think Impact, a free source for education and career-related statistics, in 2020, […]
Read MoreFACES of Flint & Genesee Business, Stacey LaFay, Franklin Benefit Solutions
Stacey LaFay built her business, Franklin Benefit Solutions, in 2009 right after an economic recession. Working in the industry, LaFay spent years watching other agencies work and thought she could build something better. So, she set out to do just that. “I saw other agencies didn’t focus on building relationships with providers and clients,” says […]
Read MoreFACES of Flint & Genesee Business: Sheena Harrison, Drinks of Essence Bartending School
In 2015, Sheena Harrison was let go from her job working in social work and found herself at a crossroad: Continue down the road she was on or start something new. “I wanted to do something that couldn’t be taken away from me,” says Harrison. “I set off to learn new skills and educate myself […]
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