So, you recently graduated from high school, summer is over, and you still don’t have any post-high school plans, huh? I know all too well the predicament you face because I was once in your shoes. You have many burning questions going through your mind as to what the perfect career path is for you. The constant pressure from peers, relatives, and parents who ask you “so what are you going to do now that you graduated?” does not help either. At times you may feel as if the walls are closing in on you because you hardly considered a plan up until this point. Some of you may have obtained a summer job to fill the void, but ask yourself: “Is this where I want to be for the rest of my career?” Continue reading ‘Summer’s Over, Now What?’
Summer’s Over, Now What?
Published September 23, 2019 Employment Leave a CommentTags: career, Employment, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, interests, school, skills, summer, training, Workforce Solutions
Layoffs Versus Finances Going Forward
Published September 16, 2019 Employment , finding employment Leave a CommentTags: finances, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, options, Unemployment, Workforce Solutions
If this is your first time experiencing long term unemployment without so much as a nibble on your current resume, don’t panic! Perhaps you’ve realized that job search has changed significantly since the last time you had to look. Money is (and will always be) a major concern when employment ends unexpectedly. And, if you are anything like me with a history of long term, back to back unemployment, you may welcome a few financial suggestions that helped me keep my coins a little longer until I secured my next gig. Continue reading ‘Layoffs Versus Finances Going Forward’
Patriot Day and Volunteering
Published September 9, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Seasonal Leave a CommentTags: Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Patriot Day, September, volunteer, Workforce Solutions
This September 11th marks the 18th anniversary when America stood still. Nearly 3,000 individuals lost their lives to several vicious attacks on our country. Out of those casualties, 403 were servicemen and women who rose and upheld their promise to protect and serve the people of this nation. While this day has been ingrained in our minds and hearts as arguably the most devastating moment our country has faced, it has been transformed to honor the citizens who responded swiftly to the call for help. Continue reading ‘Patriot Day and Volunteering’
Job Hunting Tips and Tricks
Published September 2, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Seasonal Leave a CommentTags: find, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Interview, Networking, Resume, search, social, technology, thank you, Workforce Solutions
Labor Day is a day set aside to celebrate the achievement the American worker has made toward strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. Workforce Solutions celebrates labor day every day by helping you find a job, keep a job, or get a better job! “What’s that you say: FIND a job?” Continue reading ‘Job Hunting Tips and Tricks’
The Power of a Positive Attitude
Published August 26, 2019 Employment , finding employment Leave a CommentTags: Attitude, gratitude, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Interview, positive, Workforce Solutions
When I was seeking employment it took me over a year to find the right job. My brother, on the other hand, found a job in less than a week after losing his job. In fact, he never had a problem finding employment quickly. One day I asked him how he keeps finding jobs so quickly. He told me that he simply has a positive attitude. I didn’t understand what that meant until I realized that whatever I was doing wasn’t working so I had to change something. My resume was effective enough to get me interviews; however, I wasn’t getting the job offers after the interview. I decided that maybe my attitude was the issue. Continue reading ‘The Power of a Positive Attitude’
Give More, Get More?
Published August 19, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Seasonal 1 CommentTags: Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, money, Networking, opportunity, relationships, rewarding, time, volunteer, Workforce Solutions
University of British Columbia professor Elizabeth Dunn recently spoke during a T.E.D Talk about the idea of how giving will increase someone’s happiness. I thought about the idea for a minute and realized that monetary giving can be rewarding, but giving of your time can be just as rewarding. Often, when we think about giving we think about our financial situation and whether we can afford to give. I have never seen anyone on the corner with a sign asking for time instead of money, simply because money is the commodity that most people value. Continue reading ‘Give More, Get More?’
Free Online Computer Technology Tutorials
Published August 12, 2019 Employment , Seasonal ClosedTags: free, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, learning, Workforce Solutions
Workforce Solutions offers free seminars in our career offices and at various community locations to provide individuals looking for work with creative tools that help navigate today’s job market. In addition to that, there are other community based organizations that provide online tutorials that help with or complement job search skills. Continue reading ‘Free Online Computer Technology Tutorials’
