Covid-19 Out of Work – What Now?

Image of Tiffany ArmingtonCovid-19, popularly known as coronavirus, has been hitting the headlines ever since it was first detected in Wuhan, Hubei Province, in the People’s Republic of China. Although the initial outbreaks were initially limited to this Chinese province, this virus has now spread globally. Continue reading “Covid-19 Out of Work – What Now?”

Job Loss and Long-Term Unemployment Blues

Thelisa LavergneHow to beat them both
A few weeks ago, I facilitated a workshop on long-term unemployment and quickly realized that the best information and advice that I could provide the participants is how to deal with the emotional side of job loss, particularly when it transitions into long-term unemployment. Continue reading “Job Loss and Long-Term Unemployment Blues”

Hurricane Harvey, Optimistically

Diego TrevinoIf you need to claim Disaster Unemployment Assistance, the deadline has been extended to 10/31/2017. However, it might be easier if you create a profile on Workintexas.com and physically write your user ID and password on a sheet of paper. Both links are closely related under the Texas Workforce Commission umbrella. If you prefer phone, call 1.877.892.3896 and PATIENTLY follow their automated directions. Please understand that long wait times are not personal and there are no alternate ways or numbers to speed up the process. If you do not need assistance, please read on. Continue reading “Hurricane Harvey, Optimistically”

Removing Barriers and Opening Doors of Opportunities for Young Adults

Kristin ColeThelisa Lavergne

Who and where are our young adults? And what are our they doing? Continue reading “Removing Barriers and Opening Doors of Opportunities for Young Adults”