This year National Apprenticeship Week (Nov. 13-17) comes right on the heels of Veterans Day.
And that couldn’t be more appropriate.
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Veterans only! Job fairs for vets
Veterans in the job market have an exclusive opportunity to meet employers, receive job leads, and practice their networking skills: veterans job fairs are open only to veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
How to write a cover letter
So you’re about to apply for a job when you notice that, along with your resume, the company wants you to send a cover letter.
The goal of your cover letter is to make your resume stand out in a pile of applications. And although that’s a lofty goal, writing an effective cover letter doesn’t need to be a daunting task.
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Using data to make career decisions
Time to make a big career decision?
Whether you’re just beginning to investigate your career options, or you’re deep into planning a new twist to your established career path, making a career decision is complicated.
Need training that leads to a job? Try workforce education.
Curious about what it would take to learn marketable skills that could earn you an in-demand new job?
Graduates of workforce education programs are ready for employment as soon as they finish, generally in careers that pay a family wage.
Build an inclusive work culture
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If you work for one of the many employers that want to create a more inclusive workplace, but lack the knowledge or creativity to come up with ideas, take advantage of some recommendations from the experts.
4 key steps for a veteran’s job search
There are many resources available to help veterans with their post-military job searches.
Follow these four steps to make your search effective.
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Consider a career as a physical therapist assistant
Thinking about a career in physical therapy but not sure you want to spend four to six years in college?
Consider becoming a physical therapist assistant.
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Communication skills check-up
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Whether employers are hiring someone to make sandwiches, sell shoes, run science experiments, or repair plumbing—communication skills are always on the “must-have” list.
But, what exactly do employers mean by “communication skills”, and how can you tell if you have them?
How to create effective job descriptions
Are you ready to expand your workforce? Or maybe hire your very first staff person?
A well-written job description is one of the most important documents you’ll use in recruiting and managing your employees.