Today’s job market is filled with many opportunities for individuals to grow and advance in their career. Leading job trend researchers predict that U.S. job openings will continue to hit new highs as employers are in robust demand for workers. Continue reading ‘Opportunities through Employment and Entrepreneurship’
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Opportunities through Employment and Entrepreneurship
Published March 18, 2019 Employment , finding employment Leave a CommentTags: Employment, Houston jobs, How to find a job, job hunting, Job Search, Networking, Preparation, Workforce Solutions
Do You Have a Criminal Background?
Published March 11, 2019 Employment , finding employment Leave a CommentTags: 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?’
The Most Important Question…Tell Me About Yourself
Published January 7, 2019 Employment ClosedTags: Career advice, Employment, Houston jobs, Interview, Interview Questions, Job Fair, job seekers, Workforce Solutions
The Tell Me About…question is one of the most common starting point for the majority of interviews. These infamous words, “Tell Me About…..” is the interviewer’s opportunity to begin what is called a series of open ended questions, geared toward getting the dialogue between you and the interviewer started. Continue reading ‘The Most Important Question…Tell Me About Yourself’
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’
2018 Hiring Red, White & You!
Published November 5, 2018 Employment , finding employment , Labor Market Information ClosedTags: Employers, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, Interview, Job Fair, veterans, Workforce Solutions
On Thursday, November 8, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., the 7th annual Hiring Red, White & You! Job Fair for veterans and their families will be held at Minute Maid Park. In cooperation with the 28 Local Workforce Development Boards, the Texas Veterans Commission, the Texas Medical Center, and Governor Greg Abbott, Hiring Red White and You (HRWY) connects Texas veterans and their spouses with Texas employers that value the experience, discipline, and other exceptional qualities inherent in a military background. Continue reading ‘2018 Hiring Red, White & You!’
The Hardest Question
Published October 29, 2018 Employment , finding employment ClosedTags: focus, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, questions, Workforce Solutions
“Good morning, sir. Welcome to Baked-Basic-Goods-101! Luckily, if you are a chocolate connoisseur, our death-by-chocolate muffins are 75% off today. What can I get for you?”
The customer replied, “I am not sure; you have so many great items to choose from. Can you give me a second please?” Continue reading ‘The Hardest Question’
NDEAM beyond October
Published October 22, 2018 accessibility , awareness , Employment ClosedTags: accessibility, Gulf Coast, Houston jobs, inclusion, Workforce Solutions
The following has been reprinted from the Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities (GCPD), dated October 5, 2018: Continue reading ‘NDEAM beyond October’
