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Workforce Solutions provides comprehensive human resource services for businesses and residents of the 13-county Houston-Galveston Gulf Coast region. Workforce Solutions helps employers solve workforce-related business problems and area residents build careers, so that both can better compete in the changing worldwide economy. Our Employer Service Division provides personalized service to help employers find qualified applicants for their jobs, build the skills and expertise of their new and current employees, and address human resource needs. We operate multiple community-based career offices in 13 Texas Gulf Coast counties to help residents get a job, keep a job or get a better job – offering placement, career counseling and financial aid services. We partner with the region’s businesses, educational institutions, civic organizations and community leaders to find solutions to current and future labor needs of industries that are vital to the region and its economy.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental health is vital to overall health and well-being. It is necessary to recognize and address mental health concerns in the workplace, both for job seekers and employers. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) outlines protections for individuals with mental health conditions in the workplace, including job seekers.

The Power of Trust

Trust is a firm belief in someone’s or something’s dependability, truth, ability, or strength. Everything in our environment is built on trust. Trust is reflected in relationships with friends, family members, co-workers, significant others, and elected political leaders. Trust can be easily broken but can take years to build, and is the foundation that connects companies, families, and friends.

13 Lessons to Learn Early in Life

When reflecting on life, we often ask ourselves, “If I knew then what I know now, what would I change?” It’s easier to see what we should have said or done after the fact. Regret is a part of life, but changing our mindset and listening to good advice can put some regrets in the back seat.

“Zero” Talent is the Difference

Talent is the Difference

When reviewing a job description, job searchers ask themselves, “Do I fit this position?” First, determine if you are a good match after reviewing the job description, but do not discount any “zero talent skills” that might help you acquire the position in that organization. A zero-talent ability is not a conventional meaning of talent; it only requires your effort and behavioral practice to demonstrate to your employer that you are committed to proving to be a reliable and trusted employee.