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Since 1993, Women Helping Women has focused on one thing…preparing people to secure good paying jobs. We guide individuals to pathways of possibility with proven programs and services provided at no charge. Facilitated employment readiness webinars, one-on-one job search assistance, resource sharing, professional apparel and supplemental tools have helped thousands of women, men and youth confidently navigate the job market maze with success.

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Women Helping Women Assists the Unemployed in Job Searches

By Laurie Hanson, Cerritos Community News|2021-02-07T08:48:09-08:00December 2, 2020|Categories: Media Coverage|Tags: employment, job search, volunteers, workforce development|

Although the nonprofit faced sustainability issues for themselves and their clients, they recently placed 50 tenacious job seekers despite the pandemic. Both male and female clients went to remote online webinar trainings, acquiring skills and new network connections that led to good opportunities.

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On the Human Side of Work

Unexpected Curveballs

By Alma Ubina|2021-02-07T17:22:10-08:00February 7, 2021|Categories: Job Seeker News|

Since we were little, we’ve been taught to think about our future, to think about what we want to be when we grow up. As adults, the questions continue to be asked by family, friends, teachers and employers. These questions about the future are one of the reasons we spend time planning our lives and careers. However, no matter how much we plan or how well we plan, there are always unexpected curveballs thrown our way. While a curveball is one of the most commonly used pitches in baseball, it is one of the most difficult to hit because right when you are about to swing, the ball changes direction.

Making Exercise Part of Your Routine

By Ginger Juarez|2021-02-07T07:46:01-08:00January 25, 2021|Categories: Job Seeker News|

It is no surprise that our exercise routines have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Between working from home and limited access to gyms, it can be challenging to workout regularly or even maintain the motivation to do so. With so much going on, staying active may not be a priority, but staying active may be the very thing we need.