The Follow UP Podcast

The Follow UP Podcast

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The Follow UP Podcast episodes

  • Why Community Colleges Provide Value That Most Universities Can’t #86
    https://youtu.be/rMJysSPKk6Y
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    1. Save Money
    Nearly every institution has what is commonly referred to as "foundational" courses (e.g. English 101, Public Speaking, Computer Basics, etc.). These courses (and their credits) can usually be transferred to another school because they are essentially the same course. The question people have to ask themselves is "would you rather pay $800/per credit at a big-time university or $200/per credit at a community college for the SAME CLASS?"
    2. More Personal Attention
    Contrary to popular belief, most Community Colleges have the same support services that any big-time university would have. At Community Colleges, because the staff is aware that the institution was built to be a bridge for EVERYONE and not just the chosen few, the level of personal support is unmatched when compared to big-time universities where one Academic Advisor may have to manage over 500 students by themselves.
    5 min
  • #084: Becoming an Eye Doctor – Dr. Charlton Butts, O.D.
    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Charlton Butts, O.D. to discuss his journey to becoming a Black Doctor of Optometry.
    Questions asked to Dr. Charlton Butts during TheFollowUP interview:
    00:25 - What is Optometry?
    02:44 - How did you get introduced to Optometry?
    05:12 - What race was the person who introduced you to Optometry?
    07:06 - How did you relate to someone that didn't look like you?
    09:00 - Why did you start doing research on Optometry?
    12:44 - Advice for someone wanting to become an Optometrist?
    16:22 - How was the application process to get into Optometry school?
    21:42 - Why should someone test prep for the Optometry Entrance Exam?
    24:00 - What medical school did you attend?
    28:04 - Challenges faced while in medical school?
    31:11 - What did you learn the most about your self in medical school?
    34:40 - How did you stay true to yourself during the process?
    37:25 - Mindset that a new Optometrist should have when starting?
    42:42 - Advice for someone who wants to follow your footsteps?
    48 min
  • #083: Advice For 1st Generation College Students
    In this episode of TheFollowUP, the focus is on 1st generation college students. Many of these students do not know what to expect in college. We discuss the culture shock of college and students must take advantage of peer relationships.
    4 min
  • #083: Advice For 1st Generation College Students
    In this episode of TheFollowUP, the focus is on 1st generation college students. Many of these students do not know what to expect in college. We discuss the culture shock of college and students must take advantage of peer relationships.
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    4 min
  • #082: Should You Go To College or Get a Job?
    In this episode, I discuss my thoughts on whether or not you should go to college immediately after high school or take a year or two off before deciding to do so. I also speak on how working at a Bank provides one of the best opportunities to make good m
    4 min
  • #081: Plan For The Next (& Next) Step
    In this episode of The Follow UP Podcast, I speak on the importance of planning for both your next step (and) the step after that.  A lot of people make the mistake of only planning for the next step without considering how step 1 effects step 2.  This is a common mistake when it comes to planning and I shed some light on it by providing examples in this podcast. Enjoy!
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TheFollowUP provides strategies & tips for navigating the college experience and the career development process.