Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Terrice Thomas is a graduate of Jackson State University (Jackson, MS) where she received a bachelor’s degree in mass communication. She also holds a master’s degree in public administration from Keller School of Management (Oak Brook, IL). Throughout her professional career, she has served in various positions in the non-profit sector including fundraising and development, volunteer management, special event planning, and community engagement. Ms. Thomas also spent years writing grants, creating strategic plans and other professional documents for community development corporations, churches and starter non-profits. She has helped residents with career development and life skills classes.
Ms. Thomas worked in local government, managing a library branch and providing innovative programming and resources for the community. She also partnered with local schools, neighborhood associations, and businesses for outreach events, speaking engagements and trainings.
Thomas is currently the Director of Memphis Programs for Project Transformation Tennessee. When she is not working & volunteering, she enjoys spending time with family and friends.
You can visit TerriceThomas.com for more information.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
In Mentor Coaching, author Terrice Thomas addresses the unfortunate truth that high school graduates, college students, and college graduates commonly feel under prepared for the real world. Thomas, presents a how-to guide for mentors to help prepare young adults for the future. Topics she touches on include:
What makes a good mentor vs. a bad mentor
How to set goals and why it’s important
How to build relationships
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I listen to instrumental music to help with concentration and writers block.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write, Write, Write!! Worry about the critics and edits after you get it all down.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t sweat the small stuff.
What are you reading now?
Diversity in the Workplace by Bari Williams
What’s next for you as a writer?
Thinking about the subject of my next book
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie
Voice of the Heart by Chip Dodd
The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl by Issa Rae
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