Whether you are in your career field already or you are planning your career, there is a good chance that there is at least one professional organization connected to that field. A professional organization can help you increase your success and also allow you to give back to your community.
Host Azure Mahara and guest CJ Biddle from FUEL Milwaukee will talk about the benefits of joining a professional networking orga...
Whether you are in your career field already or you are planning your career, there is a good chance that there is at least one professional organization connected to that field. A professional organization can help you increase your success and also allow you to give back to your community.
We have all heard that it's all about who you know. In the second half of "Joining a Professional Organization", Host Azure Maha...
In this episode of Community Concepts, host Azure Mahara and guest Joe Hapka will talk about how employers can make a difference in their community and how they can help adults with disabilities secure jobs. Among the topics discussed are misconceptions employers might have about hiring people with disabilities.
Many circumstances can limit individuals and families from gaining economic self-sufficiency. However, there is hope because in most communities there are agencies and programs that can help. These programs can assist you if you have a lack of education, limited English-speaking proficiency, a not so perfect work history, or a physical or mental challenge. In this episode of Community Concepts, host Azure Mahara will int...
Often people find themselves stuck in a job they do not like or without a job at all. What is holding them back from jump starting their career or getting into a new profession altogether? Host Azure Mahara and guest C.J. Brown from PeoplePower, LLC will discuss how people can get back on their feet, become focused, and obtain training so that they can pursue a career rather than a job.
Surviving the war and getting home are sometimes half the battle. Veterans often return home and are faced with the task of re-integrating back into the civilian lifestyle and workforce. Having a solid support system of people who understand what veterans are going through can help during these transitions. There are groups such as Dryhootch of America which help veterans re-integrate back into society faster, develop oc...
Host Azure Mahara and guest Beth Delaney give people with disabilities suggestions on how to deal with the challenges of finding employment, career planning, and the ways to break down barriers that they encounter. Azure and Beth will also discuss the services available in the community that are aimed at helping individuals with disabilities find employment.
Host Azure Mahara interviews Patrick McDonald, a Marine who was recently hired into the civilian workforce. Get advice from a veteran and hear the success he has had in his job search. Some of the points they discuss are being creative, standing out from other candidates, and keeping your focus.
Host Azure Mahara and guest Greg Williams give employers tips on hiring a veteran and advice for after they employ a veteran. The episode will cover advice on things such as outreach to veteran job seekers, what to expect when hiring a veteran, advantages of hiring a veteran, and tips for interviewing a veteran.
Host Azure Mahara and guest Greg Williams give employers tips on hiring a veteran and advice for after they employ a veteran. The episode will cover advice on things such as outreach to veteran job seekers, what to expect when hiring a veteran, advantages of hiring a veteran, and tips for interviewing a veteran.