Through a national community partnership launched by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) in partnership with Houston Community College (HCC) and Workforce Solutions, the Back to Work 50+, coaching and training seminars premiered at the Northeast HCC Campus on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Our second two-week project ended Thursday, May 2nd and received extremely positive reviews by participants! Continue reading ‘What is BTW50+?’
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What is BTW50+?
Published July 22, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Labor Market Information Leave a CommentTags: 50+, AARP, Gulf Coast, HCC, Houston jobs, Workforce Solutions
A Vibrant Time for your Success
Published July 1, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Labor Market Information , Seasonal Leave a CommentTags: Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, information, labor, market, Workforce Solutions
The Fourth of July is a vibrant time during the summer when families unite to celebrate the birth of a country. And it’s not just any country, but in my opinion the best country in the world: The United States of America! One aspect regarding America’s greatness is its ability to establish policies that support America’s workers. Continue reading ‘A Vibrant Time for your Success’
Jack of Most Trades
Published June 17, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Labor Market Information 2 CommentsTags: application, ethic, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Leadership, learn, teamwork, trades, volunteer, Workforce Solutions
Many of us have heard the phrase “jack of all trades”. That phrase describes a person that is skilled in many trades without necessarily having one specialty. The phrase, in my opinion, has a good connotation. And thinking of Father’s Day just yesterday, I’m reminded of my Father because he was a Jack of all trades. Continue reading ‘Jack of Most Trades’
Our Aging Population and the Workplace
Published May 13, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Labor Market Information ClosedTags: aging, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Job Search Plan, Workforce, Workforce Solutions, workplace
The month of May has been classified as Older Americans Month, according to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. So, who are the older workers? By 2030, people 65 years and older will outnumber children in the United States – for the first time in history. This is a huge implication for the future of work and for people’s capacity to retire in their mid-60s. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows that the percentage of older workers has been steadily increasing between 2011 and 2018, while in Europe, sources indicate that the working-age population may soon be outnumbered by citizens old enough to retire. Continue reading ‘Our Aging Population and the Workplace’
Utility Player or Specialist
Published May 6, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Labor Market Information ClosedTags: generalist, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, specialist, Workforce Solutions
Most agree that Nolan Ryan is one of the best pitchers in the history of major league baseball, and excelled in all aspects of the position. Although fans have not seen him play other positions like shortstop or outfield, we can safely assume he would have been below average. Nolan Ryan had a specialty that brought value to the team. However, his value got him traded to at least four major league teams. Continue reading ‘Utility Player or Specialist’
Too Old to Get a Job!?
Published April 23, 2019 awareness , finding employment , Labor Market Information ClosedTags: Attitude, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, look, Resume, Workforce Solutions
Several sources state that people who are 40 or older represent about 40% of the United States workforce. This is great news for those of us who are considered older Americans. The number of workers 55 and older is expected to increase to 20% by the year 2020, which will represent 1 out of 5 people employed. The idea that I can’t get a job because I’m too old or that employers want to hire younger people is not necessarily true. So what is an ‘old person’ to do? Continue reading ‘Too Old to Get a Job!?’
Explore Research Careers Online without Ads
Published February 18, 2019 finding employment , Labor Market Information ClosedTags: Career advice, How to find a job, job hunting, onetonline, Workforce Solutions
In today’s technologically dependent world there is so much available that you don’t have to spend more than four seconds Googling before you find several hundred or thousand job postings from various job boards. Continue reading ‘Explore Research Careers Online without Ads’
