Are you equipped at turning the crisis situation into an opportunity? A lot of times, I have seen people create the exact experience that they were anxious about in their heads. It is not only unsettling but also sad to see people lose onto so many good things in life because of their anxiety or fear. This is the self-fulfilling prophecy. Let’s understand this with an example.
We fear that during a global crisis, we wouldn’t...
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The new ERG PowerTalk podcast focuses on the benefits of employee networks. Employee networks are groups formed by the employees of an organization around specific common aspect of their social identity.
For example, a women’s employee network or a U.S. military veterans network. Employee networks are usually approved of and supported by organizations. (Some companies refer to their employee networks by other names like...
Those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces—and members of their family—know a lot about perseverance, planning, and leadership. It’s no wonder, then, that this group of people is well-suited for entrepreneurship.
Veteran-owned firms represent 9.1% of all U.S. firms—outpacing their representation as 7.6% of the total population . And they maintain their strong presence as a cornerstone of the economy...
How to Prepare for a Career After the Military
by Gloria Martinez
Women veterans leaving the military face one of their biggest challenges yet: finding a career. Transitioning to civilian life is a huge adjustment and many female veterans struggle with the switch.
Female veterans face higher unemployment rates than male veterans and female non-veterans, according to 2017 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Among female...
Yes, the Machines Are Coming--But We Can Outsmart Them. Here's How.
As technology advances, many jobs will go away while others rise up and take their place. Problem is, our current higher education system is not helping young people develop the skills they will need to thrive in tomorrow's workforce. Danny Iny reveals what we can do about it.
by Danny Iny
Washington, D.C. - Lately there's been lots of fearful speculation...
If you don’t have social media, don’t know why Monday is a federal holiday or have otherwise been living under a rock, Sunday was Veterans Day.
That’s Veterans Day — as opposed to Veteran’s Day, Veterans’ Day, Armistice Day or Memorial Day.
Americans have celebrated living and deceased veterans — all those who served the country in any branch of the military — on Nov. 11 since it was...
COLD SPRING, Ky. —T o support employers, dispel myths and demonstrate the business case for employing America’s nearly 4 million veterans with a service-connected disability, DAV (Disabled American Veterans) developed The Veteran Advantage: DAV Guide to Hiring and Retaining Veterans with Disabilities .
A first of its kind, the resource is being released during National Disability Employment Awareness Month as part of a broader...
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) administers and enforces three equal employment opportunity laws: Executive Order 11246, as amended; Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. 793; and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended, 38 U.S.C. 4212. Collectively, these laws make it illegal for contractors and subcontractors...
Nowadays everyone in the recruitment industry talks about résumés needing a 30-second impact but nobody tells us how to write one. UNTIL NOW.
by Martin Drake
According to career consultant, Martin Darke, all it comes down to is marketing yourself properly. “Over 90% of job seekers have poor-quality résumés”, says Darke, who has seen thousands of résumés over his working life spanning...
Troy, Mich. – Todd Palmer is a renowned thought leader and top staffing and recruiting executive who is committed to improving lives. As a successful leader who has spent years building up a multi-million dollar recruiting & staffing firm, Palmer is now setting his sights on even loftier goals – helping others find meaningful work and expanding their career opportunities through the release of his new book.
Just...
by Johnny Punish
Saying "NO" is a huge part of success yet most people don't know this absolute axiom.
For both your personal and business life, one cannot say "YES" to every request. "Hey, can you watch the kids for me" or "hey, can you drive me to downtown L.A. to pick up my laundry" and stuff like that.... can be success killers.
Why? Opportunity Cost !
The cost of you traveling to L.A. for a 3 hour trip as a favor for a...
My Job: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
By Holly Caplan
Growing up I was taught by my parents to get a job and keep a job. Period. It was ingrained in me that once I graduated college, I needed to land at a good company and stay there. The big reward would be retirement at 40 years with a fancy company pen and pension. This was my mindset for years. It’s what was expected of me, and it is what I aspired to do.
Ultimately though,...
