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ver wish you could read someone else's mind? I imagine it would be really cool to be able to do that... at least at first. Sure, it would be fun to know what a friend is thinking when it comes to what they might want for a birthday gift or where to go for dinner—you would end up looking like the most thoughtful person on the planet! But imagine if you were unable to shut the “mind reading” off and every time another person was in the room with you, you knew exactly what was in his or her head. I can only guess that it would be overwhelming in no time at all. You'd probably learn things that you never wanted to know.

Luckily, this isn't an issue for the average human. But that's exactly why it's important to communicate your thoughts and feelings honestly with your friends and coworkers. They can't read your mind.

A friend told me last week that she felt she had been waiting too long for a raise at a job she has been working at for more than two years. She was getting really frustrated, and felt under appreciated. She eventually wrote her boss a letter expressing exactly why she thought she should get a raise. He responded in the kindest of ways with a phone call, explaining details about the financial state of the business and why she had to wait just a bit longer, and that it had nothing to do with her performance. This communication was crucial for both parties because mind reading isn't a common thing.

It's easy to imagine what someone might be thinking, but it seems best to clarify by asking.

Ways You Can Celebrate Women's History Month

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Ways To Celebrate Black History Month

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How Tech Workers Deal with Shifts in the Labor Market

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How to Prepare for A Career in Manufacturing Engineering

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Highest Paying Nursing Degrees

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Diversity, Inclusion and Equity— The Impact of Women in Leadership Page 13 Where Can I Find Job Candidates with Disabilities

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Ways to Reduce Distractions & Create a Productive Work Day

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Six Reasons Veterans Make Outstanding Employees

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Ways You Can Celebrate Women's History Month

BUILD A BETTER PHILADELPHIA

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CREATE A CAREER THAT MATTERS

America’s natural gas industry is growing fast. With new technologies and new products it’s leading the charge to a cleaner, greener future.

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hat exactly is Women's History Month? Why is Women’s History Month in March? Here’s a resource to give you all of the answers.

Get inspired by some of our women role models - we’ve even put together a list of our favorite inspirational quotes that showcase women’s power.

Write a letter to a woman who inspires you saying thank you—and while you’re at it, take the time to write one for yourself. Showing love to women who inspire us is a beautiful thing, but we can't stress enough the importance of self-love.

Share your favorite quotes from awesome women doing amazing things—and to make it simple, we designed a template for you to use!

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Support a women-owned business or organization - be sure to check out our most recent Ellevate Gift Guide for a few of our favorites!

Look for a local women’s shelter, women’s organization or a women’s health clinic and volunteer in your community. Take the time this month to give back to the women near you who need it the most.

Mentor a young woman and share your experience and expertise. At Ellevate, we’ve established the perfect set-up to do this. Learn more about our Mentoring Meetups offered for Ellevate members here. Know a woman who could use Ellevate membership but might not be able to afford it herself? We have a program for that—share EllevateHER with her today.

Watch a movie or documentary on a powerful woman of influence. Our current favorite? RBG! We’re even hosting screenings across a bunch of our Ellevate Chapters, so you can celebrate Women’s History Month near you! Check out Ellevate Events for more details on finding a screening closest to you.

Trying to figure out how to celebrate at work? Send an email each week showcasing different women employees in the office from all levels and departments. Here’s an example of what we did for inspiration.

Read a book by a woman who inspires you—our current favorite is Brave, Not Perfect by Reshma Saujani. Don’t miss our special open to the public Ellevate Jam Session with her this April. Reserve your spot now!

To see more on what we’re up to during Women’s History Month, be sure to follow us on Instagram @ellevate_ntwk and tag us on your IWD celebrations!

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28 Ways to Celebrate Black History Month F

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Conduct a read-aloud of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech, then invite students to write their own speeches about what they are inspired to change in the world.

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Play the African counting game Mancala. To make the game board, use a large egg carton (cut off the lid) and tape an extra cup (cut from another carton) to each end.

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Learn about Jim Crow Laws and other historical events, such as the Emancipation of Slavery.

7. See James Karales’s photographs of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery civil rights Conduct a read-aloud of Dr. Martin Luther marches.

King Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech, 8. Watch this oral history of legendary bluesman Bobby Rush, King of the then invite students to write their own Chitlin’ Circuit during the Jim Crow speeches about what they are inspired to laws era.

1. Share with students “I, Too” by poet Langston Hughes and have a discus9. For older students, read and/or watch change in the world. sion about the poem’s vocabulary, The Hate You Give. Have a discusrhythm, and meaning. sion lead by the author’s discussion questions.

2. Bake sweet potato biscuits, a traditional soul food treat.

10. Share excerpts of contemporary novelist Zadie Smith’s On Beauty 3. Learn How the Blues Moved the Civil Rights Movement, listen with students and, using the reading guide, have a discussion about to the blues, and then invite students to compose their own 12-bar her portrayal of white and black middle-class kids in America. blues music.

ebruary is Black History Month- a month dedicated to celebrating the achievements, culture, and history of black people in America and abroad.

Black History Month started as an effort by Carter G. Woodson and Jesse E. Moorland in the early 20th century to celebrate and research accomplishments and contributions by people of African descent. In 1976, President Ford began the succession of U.S. presidents that recognized Black History Month as an opportunity for all Americans to expose themselves to the rich heritage, stories, and contributions made by black people throughout time.

Celebrate Black History Month with these twenty-eight ideas, one for each day of February, that recognize the heritage, accomplishments, and culture of African Americans in the United States.

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11. Teach about the importance of journalism as well as its limitations during the Civil Rights Movement.

12. Watch student-made digital stories on important African Americans.

Divide students into groups to make their own digital stories about a person of their choice.

13. Teach students the songs of the civil rights movement, such as “This Little Light of Mine” and “Oh, Freedom.” Discuss how the lyrics reflect the defiant and hopeful spirit of the time.

14. Trace the history of the blues from its beginnings in the fields of the South to its global impact on today’s music. Visit the National Blues Museum to learn about B. B. King and other musicians.

15. Teach students about director, producer, writer, and actor Spike Lee, a successful and prolific African American filmmaker.

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Tour the Griot Museum of Black History and learn about the role St. Louis had in the Dred Scott Case at the Field House Museum.

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Read about Frankie Freeman, Civil Rights icon. Have your students write about we are currently in regard to race relations and racial diversity.

18. Read “A Pledge to Rescue Our Youth” by poet Maya Angelou.

Then, watch a video about her inspiration for this profound piece on youth and education.

19. Learn about the history of hip-hop music, a genre that emerged in the Bronx, New York City, in 1970. Ask students to bring in examples of their favorite songs or dances to discuss.

20. Teach students about Nelson Mandela, his imprisonment, and the battle to end apartheid in South Africa.

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21. Visit the Shelley House of Shelley v. Kraemer. Ask your students: Does the enforcement of a racially restrictive covenant violate the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment?

22. In Africa, sesame seeds bring good luck. Make a delicious batch of sesame cookies!

23. Watch Modern American Dance Company’s Freedom, inspired by Henry Hampton’s The Eyes on the Prize civil rights media collection that is housed at the Film and Media Archive at the Washington University Libraries. Have your students choreograph their own dance.

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Watch Christopher Paul Curtis, a winner of the Newbery Medal, give advice to young authors.

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Learn about the scientific work of African Americans with these Black History Month resources from the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

26. Read excerpts from President Barack Obama’s The Audacity of Hope (or his Audacity of Hope speech) and discuss the importance of the election of our country’s first black president.

27. Who was the first African American tennis player to win the U.S. Open? Who was the first African American woman elected to U.S. Congress? Find out about many famous firsts in black history on Biography.

28. Take an online tour and learn about St. Louis’ impactful history in the African American struggle for civil rights at The Missouri History Museum.

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How Tech Workers Can Deal With Shifts in the Labor Market

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by Sam Urq

hange is the norm in the skilled job market, and it seems to be accelerating. Although the average wage in the tech sector is a healthy $135,000 and there's still plenty of demand for tech skills, these positives are sometimes offset by regular mass layoffs.

This volatile situation has important implications for tech workers. They need to be agile, prepared for periods without work and able to network. Above all, they need to keep their skills up to date.

Here's how to keep your own resume in shape and deal with any nasty surprises as your career develops.

Build Your Business Network

Networking might not come naturally to people like coders or engineers, but it's a skill that every modern worker needs to master. With a strong network of contacts to draw upon, you can start applying for posts as soon as you are laid off, research openings that aren't necessarily advertised to the general public and take advice from people in your field.

If you haven't already done so, create a LinkedIn page and make sure that it's up to date. Add as many existing contacts as you can, and make a point of adding new ones when you meet them in your working life.

When you attend events like conferences in a professional capacity, think about how attendees there could help you in the future. Sure, you'll need to carry out duties for your employer, but there's nothing wrong with cultivating people on the side who may be valuable in the future.

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Don't Be Afraid to Call in a Mentor

Being laid off can be devastating for your confidence, sending you into a spiral of despair and making landing your next role seem all but impossible. That's why it helps to reach out to recruitment mentors when you have to seek a new position.

Mentors can offer advice about nuts and bolts matters like your resume and cover letters, but they have a more important role to play too. Good mentors boost your esteem and help you to focus on your strengths, not your weaknesses. They can get you in the right mental position to attack job openings and seize opportunities.

Maintain an Open Mind and a Willingness to Learn

Technological and organizational changes drive labor practices at major corporations. This puts a premium on workers who can adapt to new situations and maintain their productivity, instead of failing to grasp new ways of working or tools of the trade. There's no single route to maintaining a relevant skill set, but some general pointers are helpful. For instance, most career development professionals recommend taking time to explore new skills on a regular basis. Check cutting edge tech blogs or learning hubs once a week to see if anything radically new is emerging.

Online seminars are another useful tool, as are YouTube videos by industry experts and Facebook Live Q&As. There should also be online forums dedicated to most professional fields. They can be excellent sources of information about what skills are trending. If you spot something that fits your needs, enroll in a course or invest in some reading materials.

It could make all the difference to your resume.

Enter the Skills Conversation

Sometimes it isn't enough to look for information about skills online. It's easy to miss out on key information and fail to see what your peers are doing to improve their skills portfolios.

It's also important to be part of online conversations about how your industry is developing. If possible, it's even better to be a thought leader who actively drives the agenda in your sector, although this kind of niche is only available to a select few. However, most people can write informed blogs, run lively Twitter feeds and comment on articles and blogs that interest them. Take an active part in discussions about your field and try to attract readers to your own content. That way, ideas can flow to you from people who are on the same quest for up to date personal skills and you can refine your own ideas by putting them into writing.

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The advance of machine learning is threatening skilled IT jobs across the world, so don't take it personally when your company starts to reassess its personnel policies. Even if your coding skills are cutting edge, the risk of layoffs will surely rise as automation and AI kick in.

These developments will add to job insecurity in tech sectors, but there is no sense in letting them deflate your self-esteem or professional confidence. Other opportunities will arise as machine learning is introduced and more flexible, open-minded, easy-going people will be well-placed to ride the wave, instead of being drowned by it.

It's easy to tell people to deal with unemployment with a positive mindset, but it's not always easy to apply. By preparing for an era of regular layoffs and rapid change, you can at least understand why your professional life is insecure, instead of raging against it.

All tech workers need to make career development their personal priority. Networking, learning new skills, taking part in industry conversations, seeking mentoring assistance and cultivating a positive mindset are all important. If you put them all together, you will be in great shape to face down the challenges posed by the ever-changing tech economy.

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How to Prepare for a Career in Manufacturing Engineering

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anufacturing engineers design, direct and coordinate the manufacturing process of products at every level. They combine engineering, math and business skills to create and implement processes to manufacture products in a low-cost, but efficient, way.

According to PayScale, the median pay for manufacturing engineers in the United States is over $65,000 annually. While the position opens a great path for a solid career, there aren’t enough qualified workers to fill these positions. In fact, in a survey conducted by The Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte Consulting, 67 percent of manufacturing respondents reported a moderate to severe shortage of available, qualified workers.

To help students prepare for a successful career, we broke down four options for manufacturing engineering education.

Apprenticeships provide paid on-the-job training for highly-skilled positions.

hour exam testing general and manufacturing-specific knowledge.

Apple Rubber Academy: A free certification course, Apple Rubber Academy allows users to prove their expertise on rubber materials, sealing best practices and engineering quality.

Quality Engineer Certification: As its name suggests, the Certified Quality Engineer certification showcases a professional’s ability to develop and operate quality control systems and use metrology and statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality control practices, among other things.

Project Management Professional: Perfect for project managers, the Project Management Professional certification covers all aspects of project delivery, leading and directing cross-functional teams.

general approach to the degree, and the master of science in engineering, which Manufacturing Apprenticeships focuses on a more specific area of study The Future of Manufacturing Although becoming more uncommon, apprenticeships such as engineer, aerospace or mechanical. Engineering Education provide paid on-the-job training for highly-skilled positions.

Apple Rubber is the leading designer “Registered Apprenticeships combine high standards, Manufacturing Professional and manufacturer of o-rings, rubber seals rigorous instruction and hands-on experience—all while Certifications and custom sealing devices. Located in Obtaining certifications isn’t required for Lancaster, NY, Apple Rubber design engiearning good pay, getting an industry-recognized credential and avoiding crushing student loan debt,” previous manufacturers, but it does help profession- neers have a long history of providing Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez said in 2014. “In fact, als stay up to date on industry trends and innovative sealing solutions for medical, the average starting salary of an apprenticeship graduate is boost careers. Some examples include: aerospace, automotive and more. To learn Certified Manufacturing Engineering more about our engineering opportunities, $50,000. And many graduates can transfer the skills they learned on the job into college credit—meaning they can Certification: Targeted at manufactur- visit us at applerubber.com and read the still complete an associate or bachelor’s degree, but at far ing engineers with at least eight years of original blog post here. experience, the Certified Manufacturing less cost. It’s a win-win all around.”

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Manufacturing Undergraduate Programs

Often times, a bachelor’s degree is the preferred prerequisite for an entry-level manufacturing career.

Students should obtain a bachelor’s degree of science in manufacturing engineering technology or a related field.

An undergraduate curriculum in manufacturing engineering should include classes pertaining to mechanics, project management, materials manufacturing and the mechanics of materials, as well as core liberal arts courses.

Ideally, colleges accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET are a good choice.

ABET is a nonprofit, non-governmental accrediting agency that provides assurance that a college or university program meets the quality standards of the profession for which that program prepares graduates.

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Manufacturing Graduate Programs

In most cases, a bachelor’s degree in engineering is a solid foundation for a career as a manufacturing engineer.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, however, a graduate degree is often necessary for engineers looking to conduct research, obtain higher leadership positions or teach.

Many schools with bachelor degree programs in manufacturing offer graduate programs, as well. Two common programs are the master of engineering, which is a

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by Portia Wofford

here are many different pathways to enter the nursing field. Registered nurses are in high demand and earn a median annual wage of $71,730 per year as of May 2018.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects faster-than-average growth rates for registered nurses over the next decade.

Many RNs are choosing to advance their practice and increase their job opportunities by obtaining certifications and advanced degrees. According to the BLS, the median annual wage for advanced practice nurses— nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners—was $113,930 in May 2018, and the projected growth rate is 26% over the next decade.

Here’s a closer look at the top five highest-paying nursing degrees.

1. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

With roots beginning in the 1800s, CRNAs are advanced practice registered nurses with master’s and doctorate level education. According to the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, not only do CRNAs provide anesthetics to patients in every practice setting, but they’re the primary provider of anesthesia to the men and women serving in the United States’ Armed Forces!

Salary: As reported by Payscale, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists earn an average of $147,603 per year. The BLS reports a median average of $167,950. BLS rates outpatient centers and home health care services as the top-paying industries for this occupation.

Growth outlook: According to the BLS, the expected growth for CRNAs is 17 percent from 2018 to 2028.

Degree: It’s not an easy feat to earn the minimum education required to become a CRNA. A minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited nurse anesthesia educational program is required; however, by 2025, all new CRNAs will need doctorate degrees.

Additionally, passing the National Certification Examination is required.

2. General Nurse Practitioner

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Many general nurse practitioners choose to open independent practices or work in a variety of primary care settings. These practitioners generally take care of the entire family and work with a diverse patient population--from childhood to advanced age and geriatrics.

Salary: As of May 2018, the Occupational Outlook Handbook reports that the median average pay for general nurse practitioners is $107,030.

Growth outlook: Nurse Practitioner jobs are expected to experience a 28% growth from 2018 to 2028.

Degree: A master of science in nursing (MSN) is required to become a nurse practitioner (although some choose to obtain a doctorate of nursing practice (DNP)), followed by earning the nurse practitioner licensure specified by your state.

3. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Interested in mental health or psychology? Then becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner or psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) might be your dream job.

Salary: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners earn, on average, $103,526 per year, according to PayScale.

Growth outlook: While there is a nursing shortage, there’s also a physician shortage.

According to Forbes, psychiatrists are highly sought after physicians, coming in second after family medicine physicians. As more people seek mental healthcare, psychiatric nurse practitioners can help with the demand for highly skilled and trained providers and provide care and treatment for patients.

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Degree: Complete a master’s or doctoral program and obtain certification. The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s requirements include: A current RN license A master’s, postgraduate, or doctoral degree from an accredited psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner program A minimum of 500 faculty-supervised clinical hours within the program Completion of graduate-level courses in three specific courses of study Experience studying content in Health promotion and/or maintenance Differential diagnosis and disease management including prescribing medications, and clinical training in at least two areas of psychotherapy

4. Gerontological Nurse Practitioner

A gerontology nurse practitioner (GNP) is an advanced practice nurse with a clinical focus on geriatric patients. GNPs work with a broad patient population in a variety of settings.

Salary: Payscale reports $89,169 as the median average salary.

Growth outlook: As the population ages, there is a greater need for practitioners who specialize in caring for the aged.

Degree: Upon completing a master’s degree from an accredited program, nurses will take an exam to receive their board certification as AGNPs. With several different certifications available, this field is wide open: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification- Adult-Gerontology (ACNPC-AG) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner- Board Certified (AGPCNP-BC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- Board Certified (AGACNP-BC ) Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (A-GNP)

5. Pain Management Nurse

Pain management nurses are registered nurses who specialize in the care of patients with chronic pain. Officially recognized in 2005 by the American Nurses Association as a specialty, pain management nurses are considered experts on pain management interventions and techniques. You’ll often find these nurses at hospitals, clinics, rehab centers, and specialty clinics that focus on pain management.

Salary: The average yearly salary for pain management nurses is $60,000 per year.

Growth outlook: Pain management nurses work in very diverse settings, so the demand for this specialty is strong.

Degree: The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Society for Pain Management Nursing offer a Registered Nurse-Board Certified (RN-BC) credential in pain management. To be eligible nurses must: Hold an active RN license Have practiced the equivalent of two years full-time as a registered nurse Have practiced in a nursing role that incorporates pain management for at least 2,000 hours in the prior three years, prior to taking the exam Have completed thirty hours of continuing education in the prior three years prior to taking the exam, with fifteen hours related to pain management About Nursing Salaries Salaries presented in this article are based on national figures, but many factors affect salary, including: Level of education, Experience, Location, Where you work, Demand Portia Wofford is a nurse, content strategist, healthcare writer, entrepreneur, and nano-influencer. Chosen as a brand ambassador or collaborative partner for various organizations, Wofford strives to empower nurses by offering nurses resources for development--while helping healthcare organizations and entrepreneurs create engaging content.

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Interview with a Surgical Technologist

by Elka Torpey

What do you do?

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I work as a certified surgical technologist in a hospital trauma center. I start my day by reviewing the list of scheduled procedures. As a Level One trauma center, we also get add-on cases: medical crises that other hospitals can’t handle.

Before each surgery, I gather the instruments and other supplies that we’ll need and then set them up on a sterile-draped backtable.

I have to ensure that everything has gone through the proper sterilization processes. After that, I get dressed in a sterile gown and gloves.

Throughout the procedure itself, I directly assist the surgeon, or multiple surgeons. Afterward, I help clean up for the next procedure.

Tell me more about your role during surgery.

I hand the surgeons whatever they may need, usually by anticipating it. I also count the sharps [devices such as suturing needles] and sponges, and sometimes instruments being used, to help make sure that no foreign objects are left in the patient. Patient safety is our top focus.

It’s really important to maintain the sterile field. Surgical site infection is a huge concern, so part of our job is making sure that everything and everyone remain sterile—and fixing a problem if it happens. For example, if a sleeve or glove touches something that’s not sterile, you can cover it with a new sleeve or change gloves. Surgical techs have the authority to stop certain stages of the procedure until it is corrected if someone, even the surgeon, contaminates it.

Do surgical techs interact with patients?

We get hands-on time with patients while they’re still awake, positioning them and getting them ready for surgery. And after the procedure, we may help transport them out of the O.R. [operating room].

Describe a typical schedule.

At most large hospitals, procedures start around 7 a.m. So if you’re on the morning shift, you start working around 6 or 6:30 a.m. Shifts are usually 8 to 12 hours. My shift is later, so I take over for people who get there earlier and have surgeries that are going past the end of their shift. And someone is always on call.

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might take 30 minutes. Others, like a colorectal procedure, can take hours.

What skills do surgical technologists need?

Communication is probably number one. There’s a lot of communication between you and the nurse when you’re counting all of the instruments and other supplies.

And there’s interaction with the surgeon throughout the procedure.

We have to multitask, too, because we must be able to listen while doing a task, especially when getting tissue specimens and handing them off to the nurse. And we have to be able to remain calm amid chaos because things can go wrong, and you need to respond quickly.

How did you prepare for this career?

I earned an associate’s degree in surgical technology. After that, I sat for the Certified Surgical Technologist exam, which is a very difficult test. It’s optional, but certification can help you get a job and show that you know what you’re doing. And it may lead to higher pay. Not every facility requires certification, but mine did.

While in school, I did clinical training at the same hospital where I work now. And as a new tech, I went through orientation, working with other surgical techs until they were confident that I could do the job on my own.

Did you always know that you wanted to be a surgical technologist?

No. I previously worked as a veterinary technologist and that got me interested in medicine in general. I had a few friends who were surgical techs. I talked to them about what they did and realized that it was very attainable, so I decided to change careers. Surgical technology is one of the shorter programs you can go through to get a job in the medical field.

What do you like most and least about surgical technology?

What I like best is the variety of medical specialties; I’m not pigeonholed into working in just one type of surgery. Also, the human body, and what it’s capable of doing, is amazing. And the technology and our ability to fix things are amazing.

A challenge is that there are so many things to be responsible for. It keeps you on your toes. But there’s a sense of pride in knowing that you had a role in helping the patient.

How does surgical technology fit into your career plans for the future?

There are so many other avenues in the medical field that I can take now. A good step for me would be to become a surgical first assistant. “First assists” do the same things as a surgical tech, and more, such as closing up wounds and resecting tissue. First assists need a little more education and another certification.

The MaineHealth network of hospitals and healthcare organizations offers outstanding career opportunities to work and live in one of the most spectacular areas of our nation.

Joining MaineHealth presents rewarding careers throughout our non-profit healthcare system.

For a complete listing of MaineHealth System organizations and current openings:

www.careersatmainehealth.org

MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

What’s your advice for prospective surgical technologists?

Study and focus and learn as much as you can while you’re in school, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.

Things get real once you get to the O.R. and a patient’s life is at stake.

Also, there can be strong personalities in the O.R., and you can’t take it personally if someone is critical. It’s important to have confidence in yourself.

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What You Need to Get Hired in 2020

by Sue Bhatia, Rose International

elcome to 2020, a new year and a brand new decade offering you the perfect opportunity to find the job of your dreams. 2020 follows a year that brought us an unemployment rate at a record 50-year low of 3.7 percent. This is an excellent time to find the job of your dreams, as long as you know where to look for the jobs.

Currently, the recruiting industry, like many industries, is facing a war for talent.

As a leader of a company that recruits for 150+ clients including numerous Fortune 500 companies and many government agencies across the country, I see trends evolving that will affect a job search. There are many jobs available, but not enough candidates skilled to fill these jobs. Before we get into the skills needed to acquire these hot jobs, it’s important to recognize the cultural shifts occurring in the world of work. If you’re aware of these trends they can guide you in your job search.

Knowledge Work Rules

First off, the U.S. is continuing the long-term trend towards being a knowledge workerbased economy. Compounded with the important push to increase women and people of color in STEM-driven industries and roles, many companies are beginning to normalize remote work and flexible schedules. This allows companies to be based anywhere, opening up the pool of talent. If you don’t live near Silicon Valley, Seattle, or New York, you may still be able to work for a startup or Big Tech company, if you have the skills they are seeking.

Automation Creates New Opportunities

As technological innovations such as Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and robotics continue to mature, we’ll see major changes across the board in all industries. Automation is set to shift work away from rote tasks that can be completed efficiently via AI. In automation’s wake, new positions will emerge that coexist and support AI.

Strong Workplace Culture is an Attractor

In addition to this major driving force of change, there is a continued increase in strong workplace culture as a requirement for workers and job seekers alike. Companies that do not create a diverse and inclusive workplace will be at a loss, as a strong workplace culture is linked to talent attraction, innovation, and better productivity. When seeking a job, target companies that you have researched to be certain their culture aligns with your values.

Contingent Work Opportunities in 2020

Contingent work offers many benefits that align with the trends listed above. Contingent work is flexible, skills-focused, and offers opportunities that may allow workers to get their foot in the door in any industry. Contingent recruiting firms provide all types of jobs to their clients, including business and professional services, light and heavy industrial, healthcare, and IT roles. There are numerous opportunities available to work for top companies. Many clients are known to provide formalized training to contingent workers, enabling upskilling necessary to stay ahead in the workforce. Contingent work also offers job opportunities for those with expert- or advanced-level niche work experience, especially in the IT and professional services sectors. Since hiring is based predominately on skills, Contingent positions are normally not plagued by a gender gap, ageism, or other problematic issues.

People skills/EQ: Candidates with good people skills are very marketable. The ability to communicate effectively, be adaptable, have empathy for others, be creative, and have a deep understanding of human behavior sets you apart from the crowd. Our clients often go out of their way to retain candidates with good people skills.

Program and Project Management Skills: Candidates who have these are effective leaders. They understand risk and cost management, are great communicators, have knowledge of Salesforce CRM, Agile, are tech-savvy, and critical thinkers.

Data Analysis Skills: Candidates who have programming languages such as SQL, R or Python specific to the position, the ability to mine and visualize data, critical thinking and reasoning abilities, and expert mathematical abilities are in demand. The next level of data analysis will require predictive modeling and machine learning knowledge, so those interested in applying for data science positions should consider upskilling for marketability.

Cloud Computing Skills: Many positions such as software and DevOps engineers, back-end developers, systems administrators, and Data Scientists will increasingly require cloud skills as this job market continues to expand. There are numerous opportunities in SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS. Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, and Google Cloud are top cloud providers currently.

Programming Languages and Operating Systems Skills: Knowledge of languages such as SQL, Java, JavaScript, Python, .NET, C#, HTML, and CSS is critical for a number of IT positions. Experience with Linux and Unix is also in demand.

The 2020s are set to bring numerous advancements by way of technology. The contingent and gig workforces will both become more mainstream, as an increasing number of workers opt for flexibility. AI will require full-time traditional workers to upskill their knowledge and become adaptable to rapid changes. For those seeking to become more flexible, or to have the option to work for a variety of companies instead of limiting themselves to only one, contingent work is a great option that can lead you to the career of your dreams.

Sue Bhatia founded Rose International, the 24th largest IT staffing company in the U.S. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Rose International employs thousands of people in all 50 states, and has offices and service delivery centers in 20+ U.S. cities and India.

Holy Redeemer’s holistic approach to healing is unique among healthcare providers.

Caring for the total person goes beyond the act of delivering excellent medical care. It involves meeting the emotional, spiritual and social services needs of those we serve.

From maternity and neonatal services, to end-of-life care and every stage of life in between, Holy Redeemer’s services focus on your total well-being.

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AspenPointe is an affirmative action employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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ASPENPOINTE provides exceptional behavioral health care to our community, one patient at a time. Our continuum of care includes mental health and substance abuse services as well as career and education enhancement programs for individuals and families. From teen, child and family counseling, AspenPointe provides many avenues to help and treat people seeking behavioral health. We strive to hire hard-working, dedicated employees who will join us in our commitment to provide the best services for our community.

We are committed to being the employer of choice. To that end, we offer a comprehensive benefits program in order to attract and retain the best employees.

Learn more about us and our open positions at www.aspenpointe.org.

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At Holzer Health System you have access to the most advanced and innovative treatments in the Southeastern Ohio Valley.

Holzer Health System seeks motivated and caring individuals in a variety of fields. We are an equal opportunity employer meaning that we consider all qualified individuals for employment regardless of race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, national origin, age, disability, family or veteran status.

View and apply online for current openings at:

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Holzer Health System • 100 Jackson Pike • Gallipolis, OH 45631

The Horsham Clinic is a dedicated and long standing private behavioral health care facility for the treatment of behavioral health disorders.

Prestera Center provides clients and their families the highest quality of care ranging from outpatient services to 24 hour emergency care and residential substance abuse treatment. wDirect Care Staff wRN’s & LPN’s wG eneral Psychiatrists wLicensed Therapist

The Horsham Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, openly supports and fully commits to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, or physical and/or mental disability.

We are looking for individuals with good leadership and communication skills, and enthusiastic professionals to grow along with us.

We offer excellent benefits, including health/dental/vision, 401(k), paid vacation, sick & holiday time, incentive pay, and tuition reimbursement.

On-line application can be submitted at www.prestera.org/careers or mail to: Prestera Center

Apply online at: www.horshamclinic.com

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Visit CarilionClinic.org/careers to view opportunities throughout western Virginia or call 800-599-2537

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Diversity, Inclusion and Equity— The Impact of Women in Leadership

by Stirling Myles at Smartsimple.com

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iversity, inclusion and equity are topics on the radar of corporations around the world. Articles, white papers, reports and surveys have been investigating these areas, focusing on the advantages they have on corporate and government performance: Delivering through Diversity, a report produced by McKinsey & Company, notes that companies in the top-quartile for ethnic/cultural diversity on executive teams were 33% more likely to have industry-leading profitability.

A Harvard Business Review study noted that companies going from having no women in corporate leadership (the CEO, the board, and other C-suite positions) to a 30% female share is associated with a onepercentage-point increase in net margin — which translates

NBC News notes that millennials are changing the workplace, looking for work that will have meaning and purpose, use their talents and strengths to do what they do best every day.

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to a 15% increase in profitability for a typical firm.

A global survey conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers found that organizations are committing to diversity and inclusion (D&I) at higher rates than ever, with 87% of respondents indicating that D&I is a stated value or priority for their organization.

Diversity in the age of your employees is also a key advantage. NBC News notes that millennials are changing the workplace, looking for work that will have meaning and purpose, use their talents and strengths to do what they do best every day. US News looks to the advantages of older workers, citing a survey of HR professionals that indicated: “77% of those surveyed look for experience first, followed closely by maturity/professionalism and a stronger work ethic – traits chosen by 71% and 70%, respectively, of 1,913 survey respondents.”

San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System (SFVAHCS) 4150 Clement Street • San Francisco, CA 94121

At SFVAHCS, we strive to hire only the best!

Working with and for America’s veterans is a privilege, and we pride ourselves on the quality of care we provide. If you have what it takes, please consider applying for one of our available positions. You may view our announcements online and receive application materials by visiting our website at www.sanfrancisco.va.gov/careers/ or call the job hotline 415-750-2107.

SFVAHCS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Valley View School District 365U and the Board of Education, in partnership with the diverse community we serve, will maintain a safe environment for students and staff by providing encouragement for engaged learning opportunities that result in continuous improvement for all students.

Valley View School District shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, sexual orientation, or gender identity in its programs and activities.

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Gender equality remains a major issue in the corporate world. There is still an imbalance and unrepresentation of women in management roles. Another report produced by McKinsey & Company states that for every 100 men promoted to manager, 79 women are promoted to a management role.

Ironically, women are seen as being “every bit as capable of being good political leaders as men”. In addition, a survey conducted by Pew Research Center, lists several areas where are stronger in key areas of both politics and business. Survey respondents noted that women: • 34% are better at working out compromises • 34% more likely to be honest and ethical • 25% more likely to stand up for their beliefs • 30% more likely to provide fair pay and benefits • 25% better at mentoring

women in the C-Suite are even more profitable there still remains a gender gap in the vast majority of companies.

In a 2019 report from McKinsey & Company, representation of women leadership in C-Suite positions only increased 4% between 2015 and 2019. A step in the right direction, but still out of reach for many women in the workplace.

Global accounting firm Grant Thornton makes an interesting comparison between gender diversity and renewable energy. While it’s generally accepted that we need to move away from the use of fossil fuels because it’s bad for the planet, we are also well aware that it’s time to increase the number of women on the boards of companies because it’s good for business.

A McKinsey & Company report said that “gender diversity in 2014 meant top companies were 15% more likely to experience above-average profitability. Almost exactly three years later, this number rose to 21% and continued to be statistically significant.”

But while there are still some outstanding questions about what will power the future, Regardless of other studies and articles that confirm that companies with more there is no question about the advantages of increasing the number of women in the corporate world.

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The knowledge that there are benefits to having women in leadership roles isn’t new, and that includes their effect on corporate giving programs.

“The research supports that, as gender diversity increases among key decision-makers, the C-suite and corporate boards, the number incidence of engagement of corporate social responsibility (CSR) increases, as does the quality of each engagement and the amount of

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financial resources devoted to these initiatives.

In short, CSR moves from being a quaint notion about doing nice things to being understood as meaningful to the culture of the company when the number of women in decision-making roles increases,” writes Naveen Mehta, a member of Legal Leaders for Diversity and Inclusiveness at Canadian Lawyer Magazine.

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Do you enjoy working with children?

If so, look no further!

We have a variety of different opportunities, and are looking for passionate and dedicated professionals to join our team. Our statewide presence means you can work for us anywhere in Arizona. Come join our team, and help us make a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve!

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Gender-diverse boards are beneficial to your business as well as society as a whole. They’re better equipped to ensure corporate citizenship standards are not only met, but exceeded, building stronger, more sustainable companies.

A report from Catalyst showed that Fortune 500 companies with at least 3 women on their board of directors made contributions that were 28 times higher than non-diverse boards. In addition, for every woman added to a board, annual giving increased by $2.3 million, suggesting gender-inclusive leadership is good for business and society.

The report goes on to say that: “While it is plausible that companies committed to CSR could attract more diverse leaders, it is likely the connection works in reverse. Research examining the impact of genderinclusive leadership, when taking time into account, suggests gender-diverse leaders are employed before increases in CSR are observed.”

Leading the way

If there’s one group of women leading the charge on increasing the value of CSR programs, it’s Generation Z females. As we discussed in our recent blog, Why employers should start preparing now for Generation Z, this up-and-coming cohort places a high value on working for organizations that “make a difference or have a positive impact on society.”

While the eldest of this generation are still in their late teens, they’re already positioning themselves to make their mark in the modern workplace. Almost this entire segment (98%) believe companies should be actively supporting social and environmental causes.

But rather than see large companies as an impediment; “They see companies as critical partners. In fact, this generation is the most likely to believe companies should help address urgent issues (94%)—more than their older millennial cohorts or the average American.”

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Gender-diverse boards are beneficial to your business as well as society as a whole.

They’re better equipped to ensure corporate citizenship standards are not only met, but exceeded, building stronger, more sustainable companies.

Of course, creating and managing a CSR program of value takes a good deal of work, but it’s an essential component of employee engagement. Without one, your chance of attracting quality talent drops considerably; 85% of women in America have said they wouldn’t work for companies that don’t have a strong CSR offering.

Not only that, but organizations with a solid commitment to CSR also have more satisfied clients, leading to improved brand loyalty, so it’s a win-win situation all around.

Diversity for employee engagement Having an effective CSR program that moves beyond the superficial and provides a strong, meaningful approach to helping communities takes planning and commitment from all levels of your organization. And the more diverse your organization, the more diverse a program you will need to create to ensure complete employee engagement and participation.

Just as preparing for Generation Z should be top-of-mind today, other factors over the years—economics, generational shift, corporate growth and philanthropic trends, will constantly bring new CSR changes and challenges. That’s why SmartSimple’s flexible, configurable platform will be important to keep you ahead of the curve in all your corporate and employee giving programs.

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Oak Valley Hospital 350 South Oak Avenue • Oakdale, CA 95361 Current openings include full-time and per diem positions.

If you would like to join our team, please email resumes to Human Resources Department at hrapplications@ovhd.com.

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San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System (SFVAHCS) 4150 Clement Street • San Francisco, CA 94121

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Where Can I Find Job Candidates with Disabilities?

At SFVAHCS, we strive to hire only the best!

Working with and for America’s veterans is a privilege, and we pride ourselves on the quality of care we provide. If you have what it takes, please consider applying for one of our available positions. You may view our announcements online and receive application materials by visiting our website at www.sanfrancisco.va.gov/careers/ or call the job hotline 415-750-2107.

SFVAHCS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Many employers tell us that one of the greatest barriers they face in hiring people with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities, is that they have trouble finding qualified candidates. That’s where effective outreach and recruitment strategies come in.

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orking with state and local service providers, such as vocational rehabilitation agencies, American Job Centers, Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and other community-based organizations, is key to helping you find qualified candidates with disabilities.

State & Local Resources that Can Help

American Job Centers (AJCs) These centers located in communities throughout the country offer centralized employment and training services to help people both with and without disabilities prepare for and obtain employment. AJCs also help businesses recruit and hire qualified people with disabilities.

Centers for Independent Living (CILs) These community-based nonprofit agencies are run by and for people with disabilities. They provide a variety of services, including those related to employment. They can help employers find qualified candidates with disabilities and provide advice on employment supports, such as transportation and technology, that may impact an employer’s ability to hire, retain and advance people with disabilities.

Disability and Veterans Community Resources Directory Maintained by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), this directory provides a list of organizations that can assist with training, recruiting and hiring people with disabilities and veterans.

Employment Networks (ENs) ENs are private organizations or public agencies that have agreed to provide employment and vocational rehabilitation services and other types of support to beneficiaries with disabilities under the Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work Program. Employers can contact one or more ENs in their area to let them know they are interested in employing people with disabilities and discuss the skills they need.

Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation/National Employment Team (NET) This is a nationwide network of business consultants that serve as

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employers’ points of contact for vocational rehabilitation (VR), the primary system of services and resources that specifically addresses the employment needs of individuals with disabilities. The NET’s focus is helping to ensure that the workforce needs of VR agencies’ business customers are met.

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Agencies These state and federally-funded programs help people with disabilities find, secure and retain employment. They also accept job postings from employers interested in hiring people with disabilities.

Job Posting Websites & Other Recruitment Resources

The following are job posting websites for employers interested in finding job candidates with disabilities.

AAPD Career Center The AAPD Career Center is a premier source for people with disabilities to search for and land professional jobs with leading employers. It is also a source for companies of all sizes to find qualified and diverse job candidates. abilityJOBS Connects people with disabilities and employers. Employers must set up an account to create a company profile, post and manage job openings, and search for job candidates. The cost to post is $125 for a single job posting for one month, and $175 for two months. There are also several free options to access resumes and connect with prospective candidates.

AbilityLinks.org A free job board for people with disabilities and employers. To access the job board and post positions, you must create a user account.

Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) This membership organization supports a national network of university-based programs for people with disabilities and their families. It also offers a free job board for employers interested in hiring people with disabilities. To post a job, email a onepage description of the position to Jalyn Marks at jmarks@aucd.org.

Bender Consulting Services, Inc. Provides recruiting support to connect employers with people with disabilities.

Also offers training on disability employment strategy and accessible technology options. To speak with a representative, call 412-787-8567.

Disabled Person, Inc. Offers a job board for hiring people with disabilities and provides tips to employers on inclusive hiring practices. Account registration is free. The cost to post is $50 for a single job posting and $625 per month for unlimited job postings.

Diversity Jobs This is a job board for hiring minority groups, including people with disabilities and veterans. You must create an account to post a job. The cost is $225 per job posting.

Getting Hired Getting Hired, an Allegis Group

Company, is a recruitment solution dedicated to helping inclusive employers hire professional individuals and veterans with disabilities. To access their job board and other resources including training programs and accommodation solutions, employers must sign up to become a partner.

OurAbility Connect This job board connects people disabilities and employers. Employers can post positions and find resumes of qualified candidates by creating an account for $200 per month.

RecruitDisability.org This job board for hiring people with disabilities partners with OneMoreWay.org, which provides information to employers interested in creating an inclusive workplace. Basic packages to post a job start at $99 per posting.

WRP.gov The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal employers with highly motivated college students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to demonstrate their abilities in the workplace through summer or permanent jobs.

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Our team provides therapeutic rehabilitation and treatment, medical care, physical plant services, education, information technology, correctional industries, and a variety of dynamic adult and juvenile correctional security and law enforcement jobs, just to name a few opportunities.

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Sources for Recruiting Veterans with Disabilities

Department of Veterans Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Service (VR&E) This service helps employers across the country fill workforce needs with trained, educated and experienced disabled veterans. It provides recruitment assistance based on employers’ specific qualification requirements, and candidates are skilled and pre-screened.

Hire Veterans A job board for hiring veterans. Packages start at $99 per year to post jobs and access resumes.

Job Opportunities for Disabled Veterans (JOFDAV) A nonprofit job board for hiring veterans with disabilities. The cost is $50 to post a single job or $625 per month for unlimited job postings.

Military.com A resource center, forum and job board for hiring veterans. The job board is hosted

by Monster and costs $53 per job posting.

National Veterans Foundation (NVF) This nonprofit organization provides resources to veterans and their families and offers a free job board for employers interested in hiring veterans. To post a job, you must contact the NVF administrator at admin@nvf.org or call 310-642-0255.

U.S. Department of Labor Hire Veterans Website Has resources for employers interested in hiring veterans, including a Veterans Hiring Toolkit and information on where to get one-on-one assistance. Employers can also post jobs for free.

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5102 Neal Road • Durham, NC 27705 Ph: (800) 849-2526 • www.bryantdurhamelectric.com

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Ways to Reduce Distractions and Create a Productive Work Day Y

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our attention span is one of the primary essentials to having a productive work day, especially when operating in a competitive, tech-driven environment. Excessive distractions can pull you away from tasks, which can lead to missed assignments and due dates.

Avoiding these distractions are critical to helping you get tasks and deliverables done on time.

Here are several ways to reduce distractions and improve your work performance.

addition, you can remove the clock display from your desktop computer and designate certain times of the day to check the clock.

Practice Meditative Solutions

At work, one of the most effective ways to improve your concentration is to meditate.

Find a quiet, secluded spot at your office to practice meditation.

You can even do it at your desk if you work in a quiet area. You can start off by standing, closing your eyes, sealing your lips, and concentrating on a specific object or Reduce Instant thought. As you pracNotifications tice this, inhale and A sound or alert exhale through your from a notification tool can easily pull you nose while maintaining focus on the item away from work. These notifications can you are thinking about. You can practice include text messages from your phone or taking about 15 to 20 breaths per session. new email messages. Other notifications Have a Stable Diet can exist in the form of apps such as Skype, A poor diet or lack of good nutrition can chat, or WhatsApp. On the computer, be affect your ability to concentrate on work sure to turn off any communication tools tasks. In addition, a deficient diet can make that are not related to your work. In addi- you prone to being distracted. Make efforts tion, for non-essential communication apps, to eat well and avoid being hungry while be sure to turn off any sound notifications you still have work to do at your desk. If when you receive alerts. you do eat, make sure your menu is full of Avoid Extensive Communication healthy foods. High-sugar meals can leave with Co-Workers you with less energy to focus on your tasks Making conversation with co-workers is and assignments. In addition, stay hydrated normal, but extending these conversations with a good amount of water. Not only is can inhibit your work and theirs. During water an essential nutrient to your body, but critical moments or busy times of the day, also helps with concentration. make efforts to limit your conversation As work becomes more concentrated with co-workers. You can keep your mes- in computer screens and digital channels, sages short and avoid any comments that employees are expected to be more effimay prolong a conversation. Instead, plan cient than before. The advances in techto meet your colleagues after work once the nology also mean more distractions are assignments or projects are done. prevalent to inhibit your work and performance. Having the ability to concentrate Avoid Looking at the Clock Time-monitoring can be helpful for keep- and double-down on your work can be ing track of how much time you have significant towards your career growth and to complete a project before it is due. success. With practices such as managing However, when you have tasks to handle, communications, removing distractions, clock-watching can be a significant dis- and maintaining a good diet, you can cretraction. The more you take glances at the ate an environment that is geared towards clock, the more you are conditioned to delivering work efficiently. Follow the look at it repeatedly throughout the day. To aforementioned tips and integrate them prevent this, you can block out the clock into your work routine in order to stay or move your workstation to another part focused and productive at work. of your office where it is not visible. In Article provided by Constant-Content.com

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Six Reasons Veterans Make Outstanding Employees V eterans are entering the workforce in huge numbers, and while unemployment among veterans is decreasing, these individuals frequently find themselves underemployed or working in positions far below their capabilities. This is a shame because veterans, as a group, have a lot to bring to your business.

If you’re considering hiring a veteran or you saw a vet’s application come through your inbox, keep these six factors in mind.

1. Veterans Have a Strong Sense of Responsibility

the boardroom or on the sales floor as they are on the battlefield. Many high-level executives have served in the armed forces, and they have applied their leadership skills to civilian jobs with great success. Daniel Akerson, CEO of General Motors, credits his service with teaching him essential leadership skills: the ability to lead by example, make tough decisions, and take good care of his employees.

5. Veterans Have Outstanding Communication Skills

Clear communication is as essential to a successful business as it is to a successful military operation, and you’ll find strong communication skills in nearly any former service member.

Vets communicate clearly and respectfully and generally aren’t afraid to speak their minds if they feel it’s beneficial to the situation at hand.

3. Veterans Can Perform The latter attribute can be a great asset if you Well Under Pressure need someone to talk to as you’re thinking No matter how hectic the day-to-day opera- through tough business decisions or need to tions of your business are, there’s a good chance delegate additional work responsibilities. that a veteran is equipped with the skills to 6. Get a Tax Credit for Hiring a Vet handle them. Especially in combat situations, With all that military members can bring to soldiers need to be able to focus and make snap the table, getting a tax credit for hiring a vet is decisions. Military training and the realities just a bonus. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit, of combat help strengthen a veteran’s ability Wounded Warriors Tax Credit, and Returning to operate efficiently even in extreme situa- Heroes Tax Credit can add up to thousands of tions. This skill is often carried over to civilian dollars in annual tax incentives for your comlife, and it is definitely one you want in your pany if you hire a vet. employees.

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You’d be hard-pressed to find someone with a stronger sense of personal responsibility than a veteran. The reality of military life is that failing to do your job correctly can have big consequences—in many cases, lives are on the line. Military personnel are ingrained with a deep sense of responsibility for doing their part, from basic training right up to active deployment. This trait often follows them into civilian life and the workplace. In fact, some companies report as much as 7% lower absentee rates for 4. Veterans Understand ex-military employees likely because of how the Value of Hard Work responsible they are.

Military training teaches service members the importance of working hard and seeing a job 2. Veterans Possess Outstanding Leadership Skills through to the end. When your business has tight Military training also helps service members deadlines and big targets to meet, that’s exactly develop leadership skills that are as useful in the type of attitude you’ll need on your team.

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7 Ways to Improve Diversity in the Workplace D

by Patrick W. Dunne

iversity has been quite a hot topic among Silicon Valley and the business world in general. Everyone from Hillary Clinton to Reverend Al Sharpton has criticized the fact that most of the upper levels of businesses - mostly tech companies such as Google, Twitter, and Facebook - are predominately white and male.

Many people wonder why there aren't enough women and minorities in these fields and if hiring managers are discriminating against those groups.

Despite this, two-thirds of CEOs care about creating a diverse workforce. But diversity is more than just a convenient thing to have in order to look good to onlookers and critics. Having a diverse workforce can actually help companies in ways they've never imagined.

For example, a study by Catalyst found that companies with at least three women on their board of directors had a 53% better return on equity, 42% better return on sales, and 66% better return on invested capital when compared to companies with less than three women on their board of directors.

Furthermore, having a diverse workplace helps increase creativity and innovation. Stanford Graduate School of Education professor Anthony Lising Antonio conducted an experiment to test how racial differences play a role in group discussions. During the study, participants were divided into small groups to talk about a social issue. Many participants told by the researchers which opinions they should tell to the group.

The researchers found that a black person who read a dissenting opinion to a group of white people had their opinion seen as more novel and thought-provoking compared to when a white person read the exact same opinion to a different group of white participants. In other words, hearing a dissenting opinion from someone of a different demographic can have a very powerful impact, regardless of how valid the opinion is.

Luckily, there are many things that companies can do to help their companies become more diverse. Here are a few ideas:

1. Use blind hiring.

2. Start out early.

attract and retain women in your company, offer parental leave for your employees. America is one of the few states that doesn't require companies to provide maternity leave for working mothers.

This makes it much harder for working women to balance their home and work life. It's bad for the companies as well.

Mothers who return to work too soon after giving birth are more likely to be depressed, which will make them less productive and more likely to leave the company. On the other hand, YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki states that 91% of companies that do provide maternity leave for mothers have reported a positive effect or no effect at all. This means that there is virtually no downside to providing maternity leave. Furthermore, Wojcicki states that Google's decision to expand maternity leave from 12 weeks to 18 weeks helped dramatically reduce the turnover of working mothers by 50%.

It's more cost efficient to provide time off than it is to deal with turnover.

If a company wants to make diversity a priority, it's best to start with diverse hiring in the very beginning. If a company starts with diverse hiring in its early infancy, diversity will become an integral part of the company and its culture.

Diversity will become ingrained within the very fabric of the company's culture. It will also ensure that women and minorities have a big shot at the company's top because they will have been with 6. Allow employees to take time the company for a long time and gain the necesoff for religious holidays. sary experience to take on important roles.

A lot of conversations about diversity revolve 3. L ook for outside resources around race and sex, but very few people ever when it comes to hiring. mention the necessity of including people from Part of the reason that companies have a dif- diverse religious backgrounds. Most people of ficult time finding diverse applicants for their non-Christian religions don't get to normally company is that many employers tend to look take off their usual days of work. Everyone through their own network, which tends to be is used to getting Christmas or Thanksgiving rather homogeneous. In other words, their net- off, but what about Ramadan, Janmashtami, works often consist of people from the same or Hanukkah? People of every faith should be background and demographic. While there is treated equally. nothing wrong with this, it will end up as a very homogenous workplace. Employers can use 7. Create employee groups or mentoring programs. recruiters or attend networking events in order Part of what helps workers achieve their to meet as many people as possible. full potential is being able to have access to a 4. G ive workers a flexible high-quality mentor. Such a benefit can allow employees to learn new skills and find ways schedule.

Employees who must work a rigid and inflex- to achieve things that they never believed ible schedule are often unsatisfied with their themselves able to do. Additionally, employee career and very prone to burnout. Furthermore, groups, especially ones that allow people of women are especially disadvantaged from rigid similar demographics to converge together, allow people to find a common ground and talk schedules mostly because it greatly interferes about what sort of struggles they have faced with their work-life balance when they try together. being a mother while having a career. Just ask Textio founder Kieran Snyder, who interviewed Conclusion Diversity is more than just a buzzword. It's 717 women who had left their tech jobs. She said that 484 women of the women that she something that every company should take interviewed claimed that maternity leave was a into consideration, not just because they want factor in their decision to leave and that 85 of to make a good impression on others, but those women said it was one of their primary because a diverse workforce helps everyone. A reasons for exiting their job. Most of the women diverse workforce means that everyone arrives who were interviewed said that their schedules with different backgrounds, ideas, perspectives, weren't flexible enough and that their work cultures, and personalities. It also means that environment wasn't supportive enough for them companies have a much better time innovating and developing better ideas. Create a diversity to keep their job and care for a child. initiative and everyone will benefit.

The main problem with diversity is that most people don't even recognize their own biases.

Even someone who claims to be a champion of diversity will have trouble being completely fair to their applicants. That is why more companies should institute gender-blind and raceblind hiring. Back in the 1970s, female musicians only made up 5% of the top symphonies.

Most hiring managers wouldn't have said that they were biased, but when they started instituting a gender-blind hiring process, female musicians ended up making one-fourth of the 5. Offer parental leave. orchestra members.

Similar to the above point, if you want to

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Interview with a Police Sergeant

by Ryan Farrell

What is your job?

I’m a police sergeant with the Montgomery County Police Department. I currently supervise a patrol shift of about 10 patrol officers who respond to 911 calls for service and enforce traffic and criminal laws.

How did you get started in law enforcement?

I knew at an early age that I wanted to be a police officer, and that never changed. I interned with a police department when I was in college, where I studied criminal justice with a minor in Latin American studies. That experience solidified my desire to be a police officer.

My internship lasted about 2 years when I was a junior and senior in college. I started out working at the front desk, where I had administrative duties like answering the phone and speaking with residents who came into the station. Then, I transitioned to on-the-road interning with the Alcohol Initiatives Section, riding along with officers and helping with tasks like setting up sobriety

checkpoints. I also continued doing administrative duties, such as entering statistics into a database.

What’s required to get an entrylevel job as a patrol officer?

The requirements differ by agency. My police department requires that applicants have a minimum of 60 college credits and complete other requirements, like a written exam and a background investigation.

A police officer candidate, or recruit, has to successfully complete about 6 months at the police academy and another 6 months of on-the-road training.

The academy segment includes physical training and classroom instruction. You learn a variety of

law-enforcement topics, such as criminal and traffic law, proper use of firearms, and how to write reports.

Talk a little bit about how an officer’s career path evolves.

The fundamental job of a police officer is to go on patrol, and every officer in this department— including me—started as a patrol officer. However, as patrol officers gain experience, they have lots of opportunities to decide on a career path.

After working as a patrol officer, I became a patrol officer supervisor. But there are many specialized units in this police department.

Some examples are K9 officer (a handler of dogs that are specially trained to assist police), detective, public information officer, and traffic officer.

Also, officers are required to get training every year. And most police departments have opportunities for

officers to further their education and training throughout their career.

What’s the most difficult part of your job? What do you like best?

Witnessing tragedy and, sometimes, a person’s saddest moment or experience—that’s definitely the hardest part of my job.

But at the same time, we have the ability to help people when they need it. And I like knowing that I’m contributing to my community.

What should aspiring officers know about law enforcement careers?

It’s important to enjoy engaging with people, because we interact with our community on a daily basis. Being able to communicate effectively is a critical skill.

A career in law enforcement is a commitment. We often work unusual hours, including holidays, and we can be faced with difficult and dangerous situations. But I’m in my 15th year of service, and I continue to enjoy my job.

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