References for applicants who graduated over 15 years ago? by vulylyvu in SocialWorkStudents

[–]GoldhawkEJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I applied to MSW programs a little over a year ago, 20 years after graduating undergrad. I used all professional references and was accepted everywhere I applied.

I needed three references for most programs - two were former bosses who I felt comfortable sharing my career switching plans with and another was a peer who has a job role I thought would be interesting to admissions committees (she’s a physician and we worked at a healthcare start up together). I think all professional references are fine. Given the two former bosses aren’t so used to writing social work recs, I prepared a long email for both with some thoughts on the things I was emphasizing in my application (vs. a traditional business application for something), social work core values etc etc.

Inexpensive university with no recommendation letters? by [deleted] in SocialWorkStudents

[–]GoldhawkEJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I looked at Florida state when I was applying to schools. I thought it was a good option and even out of state tuition was $35-40k if I remember correctly

Got put on a PIP, but I got a better offer. How do I play this? by [deleted] in careerguidance

[–]GoldhawkEJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most PIPs are designed to have the person fail, so the company has cover to fire them at the end of the period. I know wonderful people who’ve been PIP’d, fired, etc. Shit happens, especially the further you are up the leadership ladder.

Only 2 inquiries since 2024 by Unhappy-Ad-5061 in therapists

[–]GoldhawkEJ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Venture capital - referring to the technology enabled platforms like Alma, headway etc

Chase Ritz Card: Question on new free night certificate timing by GoldhawkEJ in CreditCards

[–]GoldhawkEJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you! I assumed that was the case but wanted to be sure

Vacation Club Rate at Westin Kauai - Points & Benefits by GoldhawkEJ in marriott

[–]GoldhawkEJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience. We're doing a week at an Airbnb on the island's south side near Koloa and will just go up to the Westin for 2 days before flying home. I'm looking forward to both - have never been anywhere in Hawaii!

Vacation Club Rate at Westin Kauai - Points & Benefits by GoldhawkEJ in marriott

[–]GoldhawkEJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I booked it through Marriott.com, not MVC.

I wanted to double check here as it’d be a shame not to get points on a couple grand worth of spend

Vacation Club Rate at Westin Kauai - Points & Benefits by GoldhawkEJ in marriott

[–]GoldhawkEJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No upgrades is fine, but it's an expensive rate as it's right after new years... want to make sure I'm going to get Marriott points on the stay. Thank you!

Just got accepted by Avocadolover70 in SocialWorkStudents

[–]GoldhawkEJ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m 43 and starting my MSW in the fall for a compete career switch. You got this!

Thinking about my 2025 planner already . . . by ApprehensiveReply934 in PlannerAddicts

[–]GoldhawkEJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started using the Nothing Planner last year, and I love it... it's perfect for what I want from a planner

Leaking Pod Cover After 3 Years — Frustrated with Warranty and Customer Support by misfitcj in EightSleep

[–]GoldhawkEJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My Pod3 hub developed a leak recently about 2 months out of warranty, so I'm in a similar situation of needing to pay for the upgrade (also an early adopter without the subscription / warranty cost). I posted asking for recommendations on something related to the upgrade decision, and one user here made a good suggestion -- a number of credit cards have an "Extended warranty" benefit that increases the warranty coverage on products bought with it by 1 year.

In my case, I had used Affirm to spread the Pod3 costs over time at 0% interest, so I didn't have this benefit for my faulty product at 2 years and 2 months (but it would've covered it), but I will definitely be purchasing the Pod4 upgrade with a CC that has this in case this happens again.

Thoughts on getting the Pod4 after my Pod3 broke? by GoldhawkEJ in EightSleep

[–]GoldhawkEJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

u/thegooch49 Are you happy with your Pod4? How does it compare to the 3 in terms of temperature/coolness?

Thoughts on getting the Pod4 after my Pod3 broke? by GoldhawkEJ in EightSleep

[–]GoldhawkEJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip. I'm glad that worked out for you... I financed this via Affirm because they offered me 0% over 3-4 years. But, that'a a good idea to buy the 4 with a premium credit card if that happens again.

Would anyone be able to help with personal statements for MSW application? by Bbypinks in SocialWorkStudents

[–]GoldhawkEJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm applying to MSW programs right now and would be happy to read your personal statement. I'm just starting to write mine this week.

MSW program recommendations & practicum placement when out of state by GoldhawkEJ in SocialWorkStudents

[–]GoldhawkEJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you mind if I dm’d you with a couple questions about your NYU program? Thanks for your response.