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CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH

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Editorial Comment

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s the editor of this publication, I read a lot about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

In the past few years, the discussion around these ideas has definitately increased. I've seen statistics reporting that more than 35% of companies consider diversity a high priority in their hiring practices, and companies with more diversity are 20-25% more profitable than those with less diversity. This is great news!

A concerning detail I recently read, however, is an article that says even with the great benefits companies are reoporting, these statistics are not translating directly to employees. There are still women who feel discriminated against, people of color feeling underreprestened at their place of employment, and those with disabilities still doing without important resources they need to succeed.

It's frustrating because so many reports make it clear that having a more diverse and inclusive workplace is beneficial to all involved. The reality is that the pendulum has swung so hard to one side for so many decades that it seems to be having trouble swinging back to the side where diversity resides. Perhaps in time, with hope, and effort, and determination, we can make the pendulum swing wide enough to eventually come to rest somewhere in the glorious middle where all people are treated equally regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or ability.

Lisa Petty, Editor Equal Opportunity Employment Journal

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How Did Black History Month Begin?

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28 Ways To Celebrate Black History Month

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Diversity in The Workplace Isn't Enough: Businesses Need To Work Toward Inclusion

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Reduce Distractions To Create A Productive Work Day

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What Are The Benefits of Getting A Job in Healthcare?

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Women in Law Enforcement

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Examples Showing Integrity in The Workplace

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Why A Career in Web Development Might Be Right For You Page 24 Why Engineering Is A Good Career

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February is Black History Month

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How Did Black History Month Begin?

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lack History Month’s first iteration was Negro History Week, created in February 1926 by Carter G. Woodson, known as the “father of Black history.” This historian helped establish the field of African American studies and his organization, the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History , aimed to encourage “people of all ethnic and social backgrounds to discuss the Black experience ”.

His organization was later renamed the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASAALH) and is currently the oldest historical society established for the promotion of African American history

to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history”.

Since his administration, every American president has recognized Black History Month and its mission. But it wasn’t until Congress passed “National Black History Month” into law in 1986 that many in the country began to observe it formally.

The law aimed to make all Americans “aware of this struggle for freedom and equal opportunity”.

How did Black History Month become a national month of celebration?

Initially, Black History Month was a way of teaching students and young people about Black and African-Americans’ contributions. Such stories had been largely forgotten and were a neglected part of the national narrative.

Now, it’s seen as a celebration of those who’ve impacted not just the country but the world with their activism and achievements. In the US, the month-long spotlight during February is an opportunity for people to engage with Black histories, go beyond discussions of racism and slavery, and highlight Black leaders and accomplishments.

By the late 1960s, thanks in part to the civil-rights movement and a growing awareness of Black identity, Negro History Week was celebrated by mayors in cities across the country. Eventually, the event evolved into Black History Month on many college campuses.

In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History month. In his speech, President Ford urged Americans

Why is Black History Month celebrated?

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28 Ways To Celebrate Black History Month

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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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Discuss how the lyrics reflect the defiant and hopeful Learn about Jim Crow Laws and other historical events, spirit of the time. such as the Emancipation of Slavery.

14. Trace the history of the blues from its beginnings in See James Karales’s photographs of the 1965 Selma to the fields of the South to its global impact on today’s Montgomery civil rights marches. music. Visit the National Blues Museum to learn about B. B. King and other musicians.

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

17. 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. L earn 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 .

21. V isit 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?

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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.

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

25. L earn 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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Diversity in The Workplace Isn’t Enough: Businesses Need To Work Toward Inclusion

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Importantly, inclusion goes beyond diversity. Differences among individuals are not just identified, but are celebrated and integrated into daily work life.

These differences are also woven into the organization’s culture through policies, climate, leadership and practices.

Fundamentally, an inclusive climate is a diverse environment within an organization that values the contribution of all employees. It is a workplace climate where people with different beliefs, perceptions and observable characteristics are able to work effectively with others, feel valued, and have strong feelings of belonging within that organizational context.

This begs the question: How does an organization create an inclusive workplace?

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understood, and proactive steps towards inclusion are taken. Employers need to understand their current workplace climate and learn what practices need to be addressed and implemented into their organization’s culture.

1. H arness The Power Of Inclusive Leaders

Managers are responsible for creating inclusion in the workplace . They must: show that they are comfortable with diversity; alter the rules of acceptable behavior to adapt to the new culture; create opportunities for dialogue about and across differences; demonstrate an interest in authentic (and in some cases learning to be authentic) diversity; and encourage authenticity in others.

Recent research shows that a leader’s pro-diversity beliefs, humility and cognitive complexity increase the likelihood of inclusive behavior,

Members of the majority may feel targeted by EDIA programs and can have concerns about “reverse discrimination,” leading to conflict within the group. If majority group members end up feeling “passed over,” they could become resentful and create an unwelcoming, negative work environment for new hires who may be perceived as under-qualified.

To combat this, organizations need to understand both the experiences of the minority and majority within an organization.

Organizations must ensure that barriers and concerns are

which in turn, has positive behavioral outcomes related to job performance, creativity and reduced turnover rates.

2. Intentional And Involved Decision-Making

Inclusive practices within an organization include ensuring there is participation in decision-making , proper communication and facilitation, conflict resolution procedures, and a safe work environment.

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orientating newcomers to the organization, but is also a chance to familiarize newcomers with its inclusive practices and communicate that their unique beliefs, perceptions and characteristics are welcome and valued.

In situations where new hires may be the only person coming from a specific group of people, navigating the workplace becomes difficult and can feel exclusionary. Having access to mentors and colleagues with similar lived experience is beneficial for transition and overall retention.

Shared Responsibility

Without participation in decision-making, it is unlikely that people will feel valued and develop strong feelings of belonging in an organization.

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3. An Open And Welcoming Start

It is important to start with the end in mind. Inclusive practices should begin at the very moment newcomers to an organization begin their tenure. There is a positive relationship between employee workplace onboarding and organizational commitment, job satisfaction, and job performance . Employee onboarding also reduces quitting intentions.

New employee onboarding should not only focus on

It’s important to understand that, although these workplace attitudes and behaviors can shed light on how new employees relate to their workplaces, they don’t tell us how much new employees feel they can participate in decision-making, or how welcoming, healthy, and safe their work environment is.

There is always work to be done to improve workplace culture.

Inclusion is everyone’s responsibility and doesn’t end after the hiring stage. If organizations truly want to retain diverse employees and have them be successful, they need to make consistent and sustained efforts to support the integration of these employees in the workplace.

The goal of EDIA programs is to help organizations develop an inclusive organizational climate and design employee onboarding training that focuses on the employees’ sense of belonging and well-being. A truly inclusive approach needs to create an inclusive climate, have inclusive leaders and implement inclusive practices.

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Reduce Distractions To Create A Productive Work Day

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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.

Reduce Instant Notifications

Avoid Looking at the Clock

Avoid Extensive Communication with Co-Workers

Practice Meditative Solutions

A sound or alert from a notification tool can easily pull you away from work. These notifications can include text messages from your phone or new email messages. Other notifications can exist in the form of apps such as Skype, chat, or WhatsApp. On the computer, be sure to turn off any communication tools that are not related to your work. In addition, for non-essential communication apps, be sure to turn off any sound notifications when you receive alerts.

Making conversation with co-workers is normal, but extending these conversations can inhibit your work and theirs. During critical moments or busy times of the day, make efforts to limit your conversation with co-workers. You can keep your messages short and avoid any comments that may prolong a conversation. Instead, plan to meet your colleagues after work once the assignments or projects are done.

Time-monitoring can be helpful for keeping track of how much time you have to complete a project before it is due.

However, when you have tasks to handle, clock-watching can be a significant distraction. The more you take glances at the clock, the more you are conditioned to look at it repeatedly throughout the day. To prevent this, you can block out the clock or move your workstation to another part of your office where it is not visible.

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 thought. As you practice this, inhale and exhale through your nose while maintaining focus on the item you are thinking about.

You can practice taking about 15 to 20 breaths per session.

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Laddered and Varied Career Specializations

Perhaps due to an increasing demand that the sector finds hard to fill, an individual can start a career in the healthcare sector right after high school, as a volunteer or an assistant. It may not be particularly high–paying, but it can give you a glimpse of what healthcare workers do on a daily basis. If you decide to advance your career, you can go back to school and complete collegelevel programs, depending on the requirements of the position you’re looking at.

The healthcare industry also offers a vast range of specializations.

For instance, if you’re a radiologic technologist, you can attend trainings to specialize in cardiovascular-interventional radiography, mammography or sonography.

Hospitals and healthcare facilities provide opportunities for their employees to pursue advanced training and education if they want to develop their careers without losing their current positions. Healthcare workers have the option to switch to other positions if they change their mind about the career path they want to pursue, and many of these transfers can be easy to manage.

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Medical Professionals Can Fit In A Variety Of Work Environments

The variety of settings and occupations in the healthcare industry allows healthcare workers to change their work environment without necessarily changing careers. Typically, medical professionals work in hospitals or doctor’s offices, but many also work in universities, insurance companies, public health agencies, laboratories, and other varied settings.

Stable Jobs And Steady Earnings

Medical and healthcare facilities are usually open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, which is one of the major reasons why the industry needs a high number of workers on a full-time, part-time, or on-call basis. The majority of healthcare workers are full-time employees, often taking overtime due to the high demand for their services.

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Competitive Benefits

Most employers nowadays offer good benefits as their way of attracting and retaining the best workers. That’s because of the growing demand and competition for qualified medical personnel. Paid sick time, vacation, vision care, life insurance, dental insurance, and health insurance are just some of the many benefits that employees in the healthcare industry can expect.

Eligibility For Various Discount Schemes

Medical careers are among the most respected jobs in the world. From workers who keep hospitals clean to doctors who perform life-saving operations on patients, healthcare professionals play a key role in improving the lives of everyone on the planet. It’s no wonder why many organizations show respect and thank them for what they’re doing by offering discount schemes. You can make good savings on your car insurance, clothing, and meals at restaurants, among many others things.

Positions For All Educational Levels

The healthcare sector offers numerous opportunities and positions for individuals who possess a high school diploma, a bachelor’s degree or a specialized medical or nursing degree.

Most nurses start as certified nursing assistants (CNAs), where only a high school or a General Education Development (GED) diploma, six months of training, and state certification are needed. They can then move on to become a licensed practical nurse, or get ahead of others by advancing to get an Associate Nursing Diploma in two years, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in four.

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For more opportunities and a much higher pay, registered nurses can get into a graduate program to advance as nurse practitioners – a specialty that can help them secure more indemand jobs as nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, certified nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists.

Positions For All Personality Types

As already mentioned, healthcare offers an extensive selection of careers. Whatever the personality type you have, there’s something for you – from medical roles for individuals who don’t like blood to more demanding nursing jobs.

Consider a patientfacing position role like nursing if being around people makes you feel good. You can also put your planning skills to use by becoming a health information technician if you’re an organization genius. The sky is truly the limit when you’re searching for a healthcare career that perfectly matches your personality and interests.

Self-Fulfilling Jobs That Contribute To Society

Working for the healthcare sector makes you a contributor to the well-being of society as a whole. It’s no question that the community is highly dependent on the healthcare sector to address their needs for hospital admissions, consultations, and other routine and emergency care.

If you’re a natural at helping people and if making them feel better gives you a “high”, then the healthcare sector is for you. Every working day, you will be facing or taking care of different types of people – typically patients and their families who are under immense emotional and psychological pressure. Besides the emotional component, nurses also need to assist patients physically, and administrative workers have to communicate with families, too. It can be a stressful and physically demanding job, but at the end of the day, the whole community is thankful for the hard work and dedication of healthcare workers.

Take the case of health workers working amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Donations from the private sector poured in once the hospitals alerted authorities of depleting physical protective equipment (PPE) supplies. After providing care to the community for several years, it has been society’s turn to give back.

Stimulating Work Environment

Healthcare facilities, especially hospitals, are one of the busiest workplaces. Even if you’re not handling emergency cases round-the-clock, there are always plenty of things to do, especially if you’re a nurse.

Besides regularly checking up on patients, you need to review and analyze charts and convey valuable information to the doctor so that they can come up with an effective treatment plan. Being in the healthcare sectors also allows you to stay updated on medical advancements and contribute to ongoing research.

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Great Travel Opportunities

As a healthcare professional, your skills and work are not limited to the state or country you are currently working in. As the demand for skilled workers globally continues to increase, so do the opportunities to travel to greener pastures.

In the United States, nursing salaries vary per state, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics. If you’re a registered nurse who wants to relocate for various reasons, you can check out the employment status in your field to know what to expect.

If you want to travel the world while addressing the demands of the Some healthcare people in dire situations, positions even you can go as a healthcare allow employees professional and apply to work remotely, to international nonprofit groups, such as Doctors thanks to flexible Without Borders or the International Committee schedules and of the Red Cross (ICRC).

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Flexible Working Hours

If you’re a parent or have other obligations but still need to work, the healthcare industry will be friendly to you.

As healthcare and medical facilities are open at any time of the day (or night), working hours are never fixed at nine to five.

Apart from fulfilling your family duties during the day, you can also advance your education by studying during the day and working at night.

Some healthcare positions even allow employees to work remotely, thanks to flexible schedules and advancing technology. Assigning medical codes and submitting them can often be done by medical coders anywhere in the world.

Medical transcriptionists can also translate abbreviations and check patient files for errors from home.

Non-patient-facing roles have become possible to carry out from home, thanks to how powerful internet technology has become. But are there work-from-home opportunities for healthcare jobs that require direct patient care? Yes, there are.

In fact, because of roles like nursing case manager and nurse advocate, even registered nurses can now work remotely.

Explosive Industry Growth

From 2016 to 2026, healthcare jobs will grow by 18%, as projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It’s a much faster rate compared to the average for all other occupations.

Some of the fastest-growing medical professions are nurse practitioner, dental hygienist, home health aide, and physical therapist assistant.

As a healthcare worker, this means more career opportunities for you. The explosive growth of healthcare jobs also means you’ll find employment more easily compared to jobseekers in other industries.

The chances of medical professionals remaining employed is also much greater than other fields. This is largely due to an aging population’s and advances in medicine. In the US alone, the growth of the aging population is increasing at an extraordinary rate. This boosts demand for medical workers across the board.

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The Affordable Care Act’s passage and implementation in the US also increased the demand for medical professionals.

This health reform legislation provides medical insurance to millions more American citizens, which has not only revolutionized access to care, but created additional jobs for healthcare professionals.

5 PATHWAYS IN THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSION There are numerous opportunities and various specialties in the healthcare sector. The industry, though, is divided in five basic career pathways: iagnostic Services Pathway offers jobs that help 1. D identify a disease or condition by analyzing the health status of patients. This pathway includes workers who use tests to detect, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and other physical conditions, with the help of various medical tools and equipment. Radiologic or X-ray and ultrasound technicians, as well as cardiovascular and medical laboratory technicians, are few of the jobs in this category.

2. Therapeutic Services Pathways offers occupations that strive to improve the health status of a patient.

Occupational and respiratory therapists, paramedics, pharmacists and registered nurses are few of the jobs under this category.

3. Support Services Pathway offers a wide range of jobs assignments that help keep the sector running. Support service employees are typically working behind the scenes.

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technicians, and hospital maintenance engineers, among other healthcare facility maintenance staff. ealth Informatics Pathway offers careers involving 4. H patient care documentation. It covers a wide variety of occupations, made up of people responsible for managing patient information, financial information, and computer applications related to health care.

Roles include medical administrative assistant, nurse managers and healthcare administrators.

5. B iotechnology Research and Development Pathway offers careers that typically require a higher level of specialties aimed at using scientific and technical enhancements to improve diagnostic and therapeutic activities in health care. Toxicologists, biomedical engineers, and epidemiologist fall under this category.

FINAL THOUGHTS

The healthcare sector covers a wide-ranging set of career pathways that are quite flexible. Besides job security and a stable pay, working in the industry offers excellent opportunities for individuals who want to work even while pursing higher education or fulfilling personal and family obligations.

Because of the fast-paced environment and need for multitasking, working in the healthcare sector may be physical and mentally challenging, but at the end of the day, it can be highly fulfilling and rewarding, too.

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Women in Law Enforcement

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by Curtis Crooke

ender inequality is still a defining aspect of law enforcement, even in today’s world of slowly increasing employment fairness.

Women comprise only a small percentage of the local law enforcement in agencies across the nation. Though their presence in the police force dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, it’s only been noticeable in the past 40 years.

In the 1970s, women accounted for roughly 2 percent of sworn officers, with most of the women holding clerical positions.

Yet, despite progressive legislation aimed at procuring gender equality in the United States, women today make up only 13 percent of the force, most significantly in larger departments.

Women in law enforcement are often inexplicably resented by their male counterparts and many face harassment. Additionally, many women encounter a ‘brass’ ceiling and are unable to rise to supervisory positions despite their qualifications. Many women do not even try to reach these positions because of fear of oppression from male coworkers. Few women receive the guidance necessary to overcome this obstacle; however, the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE) has been working hard since 1995 to mentor women in executive positions and help guide new female officers to grasp the opportunity to achieve these leadership roles. Their president, Commander Kristen Ziman of the Aurora (Illinois) Police Department who has endured the hard process of becoming an executive, shared her experience

as a woman in law enforcement and her recommendations to others starting this difficult journey.

When Commander Ziman became a police cadet in 1991, women in the Aurora Police Department had not advanced beyond the rank of patrol officer.

While the inequality did not figure into her decision, she also did not aspire to obtain a leadership position. She was conscious of the minority situation, and was the only woman of six officers to enter the department in 1994.

While at the police academy, she felt that she and the other women in her position often “needed to prove [them]selves.”

Whereas their male counterparts were easily accepted, the women were automatically considered inferior and only seemed to be able to change this perception by showing the men otherwise.

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have special skill sets, the best person for But some still remained. After three any job should have that job. One successful months of training, the head skill set women often have is that they of the academy met with Commander are more able to communicate with Ziman and her Field fellow citizens. Ziman Training Officer. The believes that “women FTO was asked if Ziman really have the gift of had ever been in a fight. influence” and recalled Ziman had not, but her that she had “to talk FTO said that she did [her] way out of things” not need to prove herself when violence could that way because of her have ensued. However, ability to talk through a Ziman also knows many potentially dangerous men who are very good situation. Ziman was later at communicating. informed by her FTO that As the president of a In discussing herself and fellow women around such a question was never mentoring organization, her, Ziman expressed fear that “we hold ourselves asked of the male cadets.

Ziman is tasked with Ziman was very fortunate guiding fellow women back.” If women do not have the dedication in that there weren’t many in law enforcement. In to climb the ranks of law enforcement, they will similar incidents during discussing herself and rarely succeed at making the climb. the course of her career. fellow women around She simply tried to do her her, Ziman expressed job and do it well, and as a result, her gender equality. She has done her fear that “we hold ourselves back.” competency was not questioned. Ziman best to mentor fellow female police If women do not have the dedication to was the first female lieutenant, and officers and, with the help of NAWLEE, climb the ranks of law enforcement, they later commander, in Aurora city history. has successfully aided women who will rarely succeed at making the climb.

According to her, at this level, gender were motivated to reach the executive Women need to “forge [their] own path, is rarely an issue. Rather, every leader is level of law enforcement. Though she [for they] truly are responsible for [their] being watched by both the officers and acknowledges that each gender tends to own career.” Yet Ziman understands one Continued from page 18

the general public.

During her years spent rising through the ranks and since attaining her current role, Ziman has helped to promote

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of the main reasons why so few women have the necessary activities. Accordingly, the FTO had developed a strong feeling aspirations: The hard work hours required of a law enforcement of resentment toward her profession. executive do not mix well with family obligations. Ziman often Despite these common past occurrences, Ziman claimed suggests that women find a supportive partner who will help that women today, just like men, are responsible for their them reach their dreams by easing own careers. They need to be the strain of the many hard work assertive and listen to the voice hours. Although she understands inside of them urging them to many women’s dilemma, she strive for success. Ziman waited, does believe that more women like many women do, to rise in are necessary for a police force the ranks. She was told to take to function properly. The police’s the sergeant’s test rather than first priority is to “emulate the seeking out the opportunity. community we serve.” Thus far, the And many women unfortunately small percentage of women on the fear being ridiculed by male force impedes this from happening. coworkers if they attempt to The discrimination women in reach the executive level. law enforcement face today may Since its creation in 1995, not be as extreme as it was, but NAWLEE has quickly grown into it is still a problem. “Some of it a national organization, guiding is self-imposed, presently,” but and helping women in law improvement is still possible. enforcement around the country.

Ziman recalled that her first FTO Ziman claims that women today, Its staff, headed by Commander was a woman. Without describing Ziman, is composed of fellow law just like men, are responsible the unpleasant events the FTO enforcement executives working had experienced in previous for their own careers. They to address gender discrimination years, Ziman noted that it was and end the inequality that need to be assertive and listen “unmentionable, the things that pervades the profession. happened to her.” Also, the men to the voice inside of them urging Article provided by https://cops.usdoj.gov “didn’t want her to be there” and Curtis Crooke is a Special Contributor them to strive for success. would exclude her from office at the COPS Office

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Examples Showing Integrity in The Workplace

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In this article, our main aim is to help you understand the meaning of integrity, or doing the right thing in your professional life, and what it means regarding leadership and teamwork.

Additionally, we mention multiple examples of integrity for personal use in the workplace and answer why it’s important to execute them regularly.

What is Integrity?

Integrity is the quality or state where people hold themselves to a high moral standard. In turn, they enforce their upstanding ethics regardless of surrounding circumstances.

In simpler words, integrity is to treat others how you would like them to treat you. It’s the idea that you’ll still behave honestly and befittingly even if no one is watching you.

What is Integrity in the Workplace?

High integrity applies itself in the workplace through the business relationships with those team members around you.

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It means you embody ethical principles and a positive work environment among your colleagues and in front of your employers.

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and asking thoughtful questions when necessary. Acting with respect sets an example and reduces reckless behavior.

3. Promise Keeping

A person of integrity keeps their promises. When you ask someone to get something done for you, and they promise Below, we explore the importance of honesty and integrity they’ll have it done, but they don’t, it shows a lack of integrity. examples in the workplace, how you can make it one of your This vicious cycle repeats itself several times before you regret asking for their help. strengths, and the best ways for We’ve all been there, so imagine business leaders to embody them: doing the same thing to others?

When earning the respect of a 1. Honesty It’s not good for anyone in the trustworthy person, your actions Integrity and honesty go together, workplace to be unreliable, and and neither can exist without the must speak for you—keeping to they’ll soon become a liability rather other. The example of honesty than an asset. your promises, having high ethical and integrity translates into being In other words, your peers open with your colleagues and standards, and holding yourself won’t think twice before laying off peers without taking advantage someone who can’t stick to their accountable when at fault are of either. It doesn’t mean passing word. To avoid this, give promises along unnecessary comments or good places to start. you know you can keep, and when intentionally lying in the workplace. you know you can’t, perhaps make a simple phone call, be honest, and say why.

2. Respect Respect comes from intent listening. You can show your care and concern by keeping an open heart and mind, giving the person in front of you the benefit of the doubt.

You should constantly be respectful to your peers, subordinates, or fellow workers. Maintaining a respectable demeanor means you abstain from engaging in rude activities, such as eavesdropping and gossiping.

In short, an excellent example of respect is listening to others

4. Trustworthiness

Building the fundamental value of trust in the workplace will depend on how responsible and reliable you are. You don’t need to become close friends with everyone you work with to gain their trust; there are easier ways to do this.

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Why A Career in Web Development Might Be Right For You

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eb development is a good career for those interested in technology and problemsolving. The field is expected to grow at a faster than average rate of 27% from 2016 to 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The median salary for web developers was $67,990 in 2016. There are many reasons to consider a career in web development.

The field is growing quickly, and there are many opportunities for those with the right skills. The median salary is also quite high, and web developers can work from almost anywhere in the world.

If you’re interested in a career in web development, now is a great time to get started. There are many online and offline resources that can help you learn the necessary skills. Once you have the skills, you can start applying for jobs and begin your career in this exciting field.

The Web Developer career guide from BrainStation is intended to assist you in taking the first step toward a lucrative career in web development. A large number of industries require web developers to work on a wide range of

projects. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of Web Developers is expected to grow by 8% between 2020 and 2029. Web development is a lucrative field with many high-paying jobs. Web developers are in high demand in the tech sector as one of the most in-demand jobs.

As a web developer, you must be constantly on the lookout for new ideas, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking abilities. Freelance Web Developers have their own schedules, and they can choose from a wide range of projects that are specifically tailored to their interests.

A Web Developer earns between $78,000 and $88,000 per year. The average salary for a Senior Web Developer was $103,069 per year.

According to 71.8% of respondents, job satisfaction is high. Online courses, according to web developers, are the most popular method of learning new skills. An increasing number of web developers are increasingly concerned about artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning changing the face

of development forever. Professionals in the field of web development and those who want to advance their careers frequently enroll in web development certification programs . In addition to our web development bootcamps and courses, BrainStation offers online and campus programming courses.

Freelance web developers work entirely from home and are not required to be government employees. Contract Web Developers work from home or on the job, and they may be in an office.

Make a note of these guidelines when signing a contract. Some professionals prefer to be able to have their work and client interactions face-to-face, as well as a designated location to work.

The role of web developers will continue to be critical. Because of this, having the skills to create websites provides several advantages.

As a result of a high demand for web development, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the industry is expected to grow 23% by 2031, which is much faster than the average.

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A career in web development is in high demand all over the world, and salaries are excellent. Because it does not require a university degree, it is one of the most accessible higherpaying fields for high school students.

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Due to their inherent need for technology, digital natives are expected to account for 75% of the global population by 2020, and this means they are more comfortable and skilled in their use of it.

As a result, web development has become an essential skill for anyone interested in working in this field. Furthermore, the job market for web developers is expected to grow by 19% in 2022, implying that more and more businesses are likely to require professionals to help them create and maintain their websites.

The increased demand for digital natives, which is a major contributor to the growth of web development, is a major contributor.

Due to their inherent need for technology, digital natives are expected to account for 75% of the global population by 2020, and this means they are more comfortable and skilled in their use of it. As a result, as businesses and individuals seek ways to increase the effectiveness of their online presence, web development will continue to be in high demand.

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use websites to conduct business with customers and conduct transactions. As a result, web development is on the rise as businesses seek new ways to reach out to their customers. The future of web development is constantly evolving as a result of advancements in technology. The reality is that the demand for competent professionals in the field of web development is always high.

Web development is a rapidly growing industry Is Web Development that offers a A Good Career In 2024?

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for web developers is expected to increase by 19% in 2022, which means that job seekers looking for work in this field will have plenty of options. If you want to succeed in this field, you should be up to date on the latest trends and technologies.

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Web development is in high demand, according to one source. The demand for qualified professionals in the field of web development will increase as the field continues to grow. Full-time web development jobs are not difficult to come by due to the high demand for programming skills. If you want to be a successful web developer, you should start out as a Senior Web Developer with a six-figure salary and a slew of other employer benefits and incentives. Businesses

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Why Engineering Is A Good Career

by Cathie at www.listfoundation.org

career in engineering is a good choice for many reasons. Engineering is a stable and secure profession that offers good pay and job security. Engineering is also a challenging and rewarding profession that offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. engineering is a good career because it is stable and secure.

Engineering is a highly desirable career option. The process of engineering is a creative one; it involves developing new solutions from existing technologies while also solving problems that no one has ever faced before.

Engineering is ranked among the top ten happiest professions in the world. In addition, engineers are four times less likely than the average working stiff to be satisfied in their

jobs. Engineers are also pretty sure they were destined for that position, which is unusual given the statistics.

Engineers have a good salary, work well and enjoy their jobs. It is, however, one of its most significant advantages that you will be able to savor the fruits of your labor. If you choose to pursue an engineering degree, you should ideally find a balance between work and personal life.

Why You Choose Engineering As A Career?

I chose engineering as a career because it is a field that is always changing and growing. There are new challenges to solve every day, and I enjoy being able to work on those challenges. Engineering is also a field that has a direct impact on people’s lives, and I enjoy being able to help make people’s lives better.

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The Many Benefits of a Career in Engineering

variety of fields such as medicine, space, entertainment, transportation, and the environment. Engineering is concerned with how an invention functions and how it is carried out.

Engineers’ roles allow them to work from home, in labs, or outside.

A career in engineering is a great investment because graduates earn significantly more than the average, are satisfied with their jobs, and are in high demand. Here are a few reasons why engineering might be the right career option for you.

Why is Engineering Important in the Modern World?

Is Engineering A Good Career For The Future?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best career for each person depends on their individual skills, interests, and goals.

However, engineering is generally a good career choice for those who are interested in using their technical skills to solve problems and improve the world around them. Engineering careers are expected to grow at a faster than average rate in the coming years, so there is good job security in this field. Furthermore, engineers typically earn high salaries and enjoy many other benefits, such as flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely.

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A career in engineering is a great investment because graduates earn significantly more than the average, are satisfied with their jobs, and are in high demand.

Engineers play an important role in society by directly contributing to society’s well-being and the people who comprise it. The primary focus of an engineer is on product design or improvement, either creating a new product or improving an existing one.

Engineers make it possible for us to live a more comfortable, productive, and fulfilling life as a result of their work.

One of the most important skills engineers can develop is the ability to solve problems. An engineer’s job description includes a wide range of tasks such as evaluating a situation, identifying problems, and coming up with solutions. Employers will evaluate your ability to handle adversity in Continued on page 32

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your daily work environment in order to determine whether or not you have the necessary skills.

Why is Engineering Important for Students?

“Engineering is all about problem-solving.” Even if a student does not go on to become an engineer, he or she will still have some kind of problem to solve. Engineering courses, according to Jones, teach students habits of mind that will serve them for the rest of their lives.

"Engineering is a field that allows me to use my skills to help solve problems and make things better."

Why Did You Choose Engineering As A Career — Interview Question

I chose engineering as a career because I want to make a difference in the world. I want to use my skills to help people and make things better. Engineering is a field that allows me to do that. I can use my skills to help solve problems and make things better.

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high ethical standards, and holding yourself accountable when at fault are good places to start.

Since trust can be fragile, the best policy is to continue reinforcing it with a positive attitude and absolute commitment.

5. Reliability

If an employer can’t rely on their employee to get the job done, why keep them? An employee who needs someone constantly watching over them to ensure they’re doing what they’ve been tasked with is no good.

That’s why reliability is necessary for having integrity in the workplace. It’s taking the time to listen to others’ requests and promptly respond to them.

Not just that, but being reliable also means that your colleagues, potential employees, and peers can count on you to accommodate their needs whenever convenient for you.

6. Responsibility

about the outcomes of your job, and it means you appreciate those who demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment when working with you.

The Advantages of Having Integrity in the Workplace:

• Fostering the critical trait of workplace integrity rewards any business with a plethora of advantages, including: • Increase in company production • Strong inner relationships • Positive employee experience • Upholding an honorable company image • A harmonious work environment • High employee morale

If an employer can’t rely on their employee to get the job done, why keep them?

Responsibility is an essential factor in having a job. No matter how simple your tasks seem, you are responsible for them alone.

A lack of responsibility is evident when you mindlessly carry out jobs. Doing so shows how irresponsible you are and breaks the trust you’ve built with your colleagues and peers.

Being responsible goes hand in hand with acting in a reliable and trustworthy manner. It tells your managers that they can entrust you with more responsibility if they ever need to.

7. Pride

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Pride typically connotes arrogance or a sense of entitlement.

However, pride here suggests your expectations of yourself and your teammates.

Simply put, pride is that feeling you get when you’ve poured your heart into a project and watched it become a significant success. A sensation you only get when you know you’ve gone through considerable efforts to achieve such work.

Having pride in the workplace also entails that you care

• Creating multiple career advancement opportunities • Recognition of hard work • Personal integrity at work will also reflect positively on your personal life

Final Thoughts on Showing Integrity at Work

Understanding what a high level of integrity is and applying the concept’s basic ideas to your work is essential for being an exemplary employee. Companies might not explicitly require it, but that’s only because it’s common sense to hold oneself with high integrity and respect. Make yourself look reliable in front of your peers by sticking to the critical examples of high integrity in the workplace mentioned above.

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