Part Two
While still hugging Ms. Jaya, she expressed right away “I didn’t get the gig and I am disappointed in you!” With a laugh on my face, I said, “ME?” “Yes, you said I shouldn’t have any issues getting that storyteller position” she stated as she pushed away from our hug. “Ms. Jaya, I received some feedback from the interviewer.” Looking down at the gravel around our feet, “Oh really” she said exhaling. Ms. Jaya, knowing that a reality check conversation was on its way, released her dog to the elements of the park. Lika gladly ran off with four-and-a-half other dogs in the park, leaving us to talk freely. Continue reading ‘The 183-Year-Old’
The 183-Year-Old
Published November 11, 2019 Employment Leave a CommentTags: 55+, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Interview, success, Workforce Solutions
The 183-Year-Old
Published November 4, 2019 Employment , finding employment Leave a CommentTags: 55+, experience, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Interview, technology, Workforce Solutions
Part One
There was a lady who lived down the street and I used to see her at the dog park now and then as I ran by. One day her dog got loose just as I ran around the corner. I called out to her dog, “Lika!” She ran right to me as if we had been best friends for years. Relieved, I picked her up with a smile and walked her back to the dog park. Ms. Jaya was already making her way to me slowly, thanking me continuously. “I was happy to be in the right area at the right time,” I explained. It was clear that she was upset, so I invited her to sit with me on a nearby bench. Continue reading ‘The 183-Year-Old’
Who Cares About NDEAM?
Published October 28, 2019 accessibility , awareness , Employment Leave a CommentTags: Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, NDEAM, right now, right talent, Workforce Solutions
NDEAM stands for National Disability Employment Awareness month. Held each October, NDEAM is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. The theme for 2019 is The Right Talent, Right Now. Continue reading ‘Who Cares About NDEAM?’
NDEAM Ideas
Published October 21, 2019 Employment 1 CommentTags: Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, NDEAM, Workforce Solutions
As we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) held each October, we do so to celebrate contributions made by workers that have a disability and also to educate the community about disability related issues. Although this is highlighted during the month of October each year, it’s really ongoing throughout the whole year and there are some things your organization or group can do to participate in NDEAM. Continue reading ‘NDEAM Ideas’
White Cane Safety Day 2019
Published October 14, 2019 accessibility , awareness , Employment 1 CommentTags: blind, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, White Cane, Workforce Solutions
Workforce Solutions continues to celebrate the strides that people with disabilities have made to overcome various challenges they face in employment and independent living. During this month we also participate in White Cane Safety Day events which will take place this year at City Hall in downtown Houston. Continue reading ‘White Cane Safety Day 2019’
The Ability to do things Different
Published October 7, 2019 accessibility , awareness , Employment , finding employment ClosedTags: ability, adaptive, assistive technology, Disability, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, technology, Workforce Solutions
People may not be aware that folks with a disability can perform most projects just as well as anyone else can, only differently. For example, walking is not the method I use for mobility, but I still get to where I need to go just the same by using a wheelchair. While driving my car, I may not put my foot on the pedal, but rather my hand on the hand control to “push on it” rather than “step on it!” Those seemingly opposite actions have the same result (and usually a traffic ticket). At work, it’s the same: I may not complete projects the way others might, but I achieve the same results with the same high-quality standard. Continue reading ‘The Ability to do things Different’
Layoffs Versus Finances Going Forward Part Two
Published September 30, 2019 Employment , finding employment 1 CommentTags: Employment, expenses, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, monthly, Workforce Solutions
Monthly Expenses and Budgets
Welcome back! The last time we met we discussed various ways of generating immediate income while experiencing layoffs. Continue reading part two to collect even more positive and doable suggestions. There are three different expense categories that most monthly bills fall into: fixed, variable and periodic. To re-think your “new, leaner budget” you may need to temporarily adjust spending habits as well. Continue reading ‘Layoffs Versus Finances Going Forward Part Two’
