Recently I went to the Wynne Unit which is part of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. It is the second oldest prison in Texas, and from an architectural perspective, the building was old and beautiful. –While there, I worked with some of the inmates on their soft skills and the services that are available at Workforce Solutions. Continue reading ‘Do You Have a Criminal Background?’
Posts Tagged 'Attitude'
All Labor Has Dignity
Published January 21, 2019 Employment , finding employment , Seasonal 1 CommentTags: Attitude, Career advice, Employment, Houston, job hunting blogs, Job Search, Martin Luther King Jr., MLK, Preparation, Unemployment, Workforce Solutions
Today we celebrate Martin Luther King. Not just the man himself, but everything he taught and stood for. Why do we still celebrate him 51 years after his assassination? Although, the man himself has passed away, his dreams, ideals, actions and concern for humanity lives on. Martin Luther King’s legacy lives on. Continue reading ‘All Labor Has Dignity’
It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Published December 4, 2018 Employment ClosedTags: Attitude, career, Career advice, Career Fair, Employment, Hire Event, Houston jobs, How to find a job, job hunting blogs, Workforce Solutions
Happy Holidays! Isn’t it fun to be job searching this time of year? Actually, this is the most wonderful time of the year for job search. Let’s think about it: most people are focused on the holidays during this time. There are presents to purchase and wrap, cards to address and send, decorations to put up, plans for family and other holiday gatherings, special activities at your children’s school, cookies to bake – the list goes on and on. Continue reading ‘It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’
Holidays and Company Culture
Published November 27, 2018 Employment , finding employment , Seasonal ClosedTags: Attitude, Career advice, Employee Relations, Employers, HR Policy, information, Social Networking, Workforce Solutions
The holidays are right around the corner. That means things like holiday hiring, and holiday party planning are probably underway too. HR might be busy with the hiring piece. But should you be involved with the holiday planning? If you’re focused on your company’s culture, it’s probably a good idea. If you’ve just gotten a job and need a little help navigating your company’s culture, here is a great article from mystaffpro.com to help you fit right in. Continue reading ‘Holidays and Company Culture’
That Lovin’ Feelin’
Published February 14, 2017 Employment 1 CommentTags: Attitude, Career advice, challenge, comradery, Employee Relations, Employment, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, love, passion, relationships, skills, Workforce Solutions
Valentine’s Day is this week, and I would like to take this opportunity to discuss that special relationship we all have with our significant other – yes, our job. Are you singing, “whoa…whoa…you’ve got the best of my love”? Or perhaps it has become simply a J-O-B and you’re singing more along the lines of, “you’ve lost that lovin’ feelin’.”
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Beyond the Struggle
Published April 25, 2016 Employment 1 CommentTags: Attitude, Career advice, Employment, Gulf Coast, homeless, homelessness, Houston jobs, Income Now, job hunting, Job Search, Rebranding Your Skills, road to recovery, self-improvement, Unemployment, veterans, Workforce Solutions
“Without a struggle, there can be no progress.” – Frederick Douglas
This quote clearly defines the challenges I have faced in my self-improvement journey. As I begin my new role as a Regional Navigator with Workforce Solutions, I would like to take this opportunity to share my personal story in hopes of inspiring others.
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Big Blue Marble
Published April 18, 2016 Employment 2 CommentsTags: Attitude, big blue, Earth Day, Employment, go green, green businesses, Green Jobs, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, houston zoo, How to find a job, job hunting, Workforce Solutions
Friday April 22, 2016 is Earth Day; a day focused on the preservation of our planet and its many life-sustaining natural resources.
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