Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group Join the discussion of the issues facing leaders and managers in hospice in the USA. today. Topics will include: Staying focused on the Mission, Best Practices in hospice, Succession Planning, Philanthropy in hospice, innovation and staying current in the highly regulated field of caring for the dying. Join the discussion and create the future of the hospice movement!
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In today’s podcast Patti speaks about some of the best practices of Hospice work.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti discusses the questions that must be asked when looking for a new executive director or CEO.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti shares three things that a CEO needs to do to prepare for a leadership change.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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In this podcast, Patti explains the importance of succession planning for your Hospice.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti asks: What have you done lately to determine what your community really needs or wants from your Hospice?Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patty shares some Hospice history and encourages the Hospices of today to ask their communities to give of their time, ideas, goods, services and dollars to fund needed programs.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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In today’s podcast Patti discusses thinking beyond the basics and asking the community how they want to contribute to the quality care they desire.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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In today’s podcast Patti shares innovative ideas on how hospices can create the next level of care for the dying and their families.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Whether it’s what an employee is wearing, how the offices look, or empty cups on a table Patti reminds us that image is more than your company logo.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti shares one of her favorite client success stories.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti discusses five reasons you should use her consulting experience rather than do it yourself with internal resources.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti shares her thoughts on why she wrote her book “No Mission No Margin ™.”Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti shares three examples of key challenges her clients face and how she helps resolve them.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti explains the focus of her work and how she helps clients create thriving organizations.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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Patti shares seven insights to create a culture of care and competence in your organization.Από τον Podcast Series: The Mission Strategist – The Watershed Group
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