On Saturday, November 7, 2015, the Toledo Museum of Art will be participating in the national Veterans Glassblowing Day. This event, started in 2013 by Lisa Aronzon, attempts to “to provide US veterans and active duty personnel with a free opportunity to experience glassblowing. The intention is to expose members of the military to a potentially marketable skill, create joy through artistic expression, and build community.” [Read more…]
Ga. man reunited with brother’s Purple Heart
by Charles Oliver
The Daily Citizen, Dalton, Ga. (Tribune News Service) August 16, 2015
Many people wouldn’t have done what Justin Chad Davis did.
While cleaning out a shed at an Atlanta home, Davis came across a box full of family heirlooms, including a Purple Heart, an award given to American military members who are wounded or killed in combat.
“Some people, when they find a Purple Heart, just discard it,” said Zachariah L. Fike, a captain in the Vermont National Guard and CEO of Purple Hearts Reunited. “Some people sell them. There’s a large collectors’ market for them.” [Read more…]
Networking and Your Job Search
From Corporate Gray
It is estimated that at least 80% of jobs are found through networking. The old adage, “It’s not what you know, but who you know,” holds true in the job search. Of course, your skills and experience are what will ultimately land you the job, but your networking efforts will open the doors to opportunities.
It’s important to include both formal and informal networking in your job search process. Formal networking is taking a direct approach in asking for job leads and referrals, and attending professional networking events such as association meetings, industry conferences, or business social events. [Read more…]
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