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An Advocate
Knowing we are not alone in our vocational journey…to meaningful work, societal contribution, personal belonging, and more, often makes the way forward less daunting. Most all of us have achieved our goals with the aid of an advocate, be they silent or very present. They were someone who believed in you, your potential and the power of your dreams, and knowing they were in your corner, cheering you on, made your foray into the big unknown world promising.
New Year, New You?
With the end of 2020 looming, many of us are hungry for a fresh start. This past year has been challenging and stressful. Whether you lost your job due to the COVID-19 pandemic or are merely looking for a new career direction, 2021 might be the time for a "new you." But – if the thought of switching jobs or even industries is enough to give you pause – don't worry. Here are three very achievable steps you can take to start the next chapter of your professional journey.
Change Does Not Change
I’ve heard it said that the only thing you can count on is change. It’s ironic that the one thing in life that is certain often makes us uncomfortable because of its uncertainty. Most people prefer familiarity; we like to be able to make our plans based on some degree of predictability. But change is inevitable and so we must not only accept it as part of life, but we may be better off if we learn to embrace and leverage change in order to obtain our personal and professional goals.
Houston, We Have a Problem
The challenge that was issued, to the then three-year-old National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on May 25, 1961, put into motion one of the most amazing feats in history. Before the decade was done, a man would land on the moon and safely return to Earth. And how exactly was that possible? With a clear vision. Without vision, it becomes very difficult for an organization, individual or group to succeed. Vision provides direction and is an essential ingredient to success.
What is you next move?
Becoming a strategic thinker will allow you to exponentially develop your professional skill set and be that person who is constantly thinking ahead and outside of the box before making the next move.
The Positive Impact of Second-Hand Clothing
The increasing presence of consumerism marketing and ever-lowering cost of fast-fashion clothing has wide-ranging impacts on the planet and those who inhabit it.
Balancing Work and Life in the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the way we work, parent, socialize, and for much of how we live our lives. it is becoming obvious that our initial short-term solutions to successfully juggling all of these moving pieces is not going to work indefinitely.
Getting to the Finish Line
It can be hard not to feel anxious, even dread, when we set a goal or begin a project which we have never done before. In the end, it usually turns out that completing the project wasn’t as hard as we had imagined.
The Grief of Losing a Job
Losing a job is a lot like losing a loved one. We go through stages of grief that include denial, anger, depression, and, finally, acceptance. It creates a roller coaster of emotions.
Failure – Life’s Overlooked Mentor
Failure is defined as the state or condition of not meeting a desired or intended objective, and is usually viewed as the opposite of success. But I disagree. I think failure is something we experience on our way to success.
Be Uniquely You
Always remember that you are the difference. Every experience, every place, mistake, disappointment, success, and learning has shaped you. Use these welcome and unwelcome moments in your life’s timeline to propel you forward.
Going the Extra Mile
There’s a saying that when you’re asked to go a mile with someone, you should go two, which comes out to about an extra 2,000 steps. Going the extra mile is costly.
WHW Media Coverage
Women Helping Women Assists the Unemployed in Job Searches
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.
Nonprofit Helps Job Seekers Gain Competitive Skills
Women Helping Women recently partnered with SCE to host a virtual job training with Edison volunteers as pandemic makes job searching more challenging.
Positioning a Nonprofit to Build The OC Workforce of Tomorrow
Today’s workforce is quite different than 27 years ago when WHW was first formed.
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