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’
Posts Tagged 'Attitude'
The Power of a Positive Attitude
Published August 26, 2019 Employment , finding employment ClosedTags: Attitude, gratitude, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Interview, positive, Workforce Solutions
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!?’
Do You Have a Criminal Background?
Published March 11, 2019 Employment , finding employment ClosedTags: Attitude, Criminal Background, Employment, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, How to find a job, job hunting blogs, job search barriers, Unemployment, Workforce Solutions
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?’
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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