February 2012
14 posts
Obama can't be president because he is "mulatto"?... →
Fixes: Beyond SATs, Finding Success in Numbers →
I still believe that community based organizations can be the “x” factor that helps equal the playing field. By looking beyond SAT scores, and creating groups of students to attend college together, the Posse Foundation is changing the way some universities define success.
Email can STOP your job prospects →
Fixes: Beyond SATs, Finding Success in Numbers →
By looking beyond SAT scores, and creating groups of students to attend college together, the Posse Foundation is changing the way some universities define success.
- The Naperville Sun -only 9 of 100 black teens... →
Obama Rekindles State Debates on Dropout Age →
If we increase the mandatory school age attendance to 18, will it reduce the dropout rate?
The ‘blackface’ workplace: ‘I never felt more... →
To My Old Master-a letter from a former slave →
Survival flow for publishers →
January 2012
16 posts
6 ways the job search has changed post-recession :... →
Teenagers learn about the world of work - The... →
The trend is truly running into the direction where employers are involved in workforce development. It makes sense to cultivate people from the ground level up.
Teen who found job at T.J. Maxx knows too many... →
TJ Maxx, as well as its parent company, TJX were very instrumental in beginning many young adults into careers, while I was at Jobs For Youth.
Iowa manufacturers focus on finding skilled... →
Study: Early Education for Poor Students Carries... →
Common world core educational classes →
Illinois attorney general's office plans to sue... →
Pull your bootstraps!! Pull 'em UP!!
The Root: Poor, Gifted and Black http://goo.gl/mag/gP8TD
The New White House Interns 2012
The Root: Meet the Newest Black White House Fellows http://goo.gl/mag/o7pYN
Black Scholarships | African American Scholarships... →
U.S. News Releases First Review of Online Degree... →
Six Critical Steps for Ex-offenders to get back to... →
I’ve seen people with a background return…and rebound. They do well, especially if they have a plan. Check out the attached info.
Study Shows Nearly One Third of Young Adults in... →
I knew there were several young adults that needed assistance with a job. I really didn’t realize it was one of three. In fact, I’ve helped multiple young adults return into the workplace.
Number of homeless students surges, putting strain... →
Popular Frameworks Found to Identify Effective... →
Free education e'rywhere
You can never replace the teacher. Or can you? 8 ways to learn without teachers. - http://pulse.me/s/4Csma
December 2011
4 posts
Sears holiday crisis spurs store-closing plan →
This is a classic example of an organization’s failure by not understanding their competition.
Study finds Latino workers trapped under... →
It’s always challenging to be stuck in jobs (or jobless) when the potential for greatness is there.
Class Matters. Why Won’t We Admit It? →
Federal education policy seems blind to the relationship between poverty and student performance.
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Work Hard and Attempt to Play Hard
For the last 3 weeks, I’ve tabulated the time I’ve spent working at two jobs. Y’know, when I was a teenager, I didn’t think it was possible to work this much. During my “sample” time, I’ve worked about 93 hours in a week…
What?!?
On top of that, my 7 year old son asked me “Daddy, do you ALWAYS work? ” The comment hit me in ways...
November 2011
4 posts
Get a job in a down economy (click on link) →
Entry-level food jobs (click link) →
Here’s the intellectual hustle. First, follow your passion. What do you REALLY like to do. Let’s try cooking. You like to watch others enjoy your food. You take pride in it. You aim to have people brag to others about your food. Next, you find an entry level position that deals with the type of food you like. You don’t need to actually cook the food, but be in the area. Once...
Illinois internship programs →
Here are some opportunities to understand the State of Illinois’ processes. Also, they are some great opportunities to network for positions. Amazing things could happen if you meet the right people and consistently do great work.
The White House Internship: A Public Service... →
This program is great for people to develop their networks, particularly if they want to work in the legal or governmental fiels.
October 2011
1 post
P.U.S.H. forward.
March 2011
3 posts
Networking key to job hunt - Chicago Sun-Times →
Alright everyone…It’s Sunday night. I hope you’ve gotten all of your newspapers and your game plan. Start tonight and get your mind ready for the job hunt.
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Classroom disruption? whew @ least no Death...
As a student, I’ve seen intelligent young men become labeled as a behavior problem in class. Once they disagree with a teacher, the fast track to behavior modification classes begins. Honestly, a similar phenomenon occurs during the first 45 days at a new job. If you become a conduct or behavioral problem, you will be placed on the fast track of termination.
I see seemingly confident young...
Stage Fright During the Job Fair-5 tips
Let’s face it. A job fair is like a mini theatrical performance. Preparation plus opportunity will pull you out of the crowd.I’ve just had a practice hiring event with some young adults. They needed the practice and immediate feedback. I believe they will do well at the actual event because of the opportunity.
Here are some ways you could ensure that stage fright won’t get the...
Social network: Teens' career toliet bowl
Employers check your social networks. It may not be ethic or anything, but they do it. Think about it. If you are hiring for a position and you have to choose between two candidates. Each person may look like gems on paper. They may be “too good”. An easy way to separate the real people an the pretenders is to “google” them. The results show social profiles, as well as...
February 2011
10 posts
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5 Ways to Keep Mentally Active
It’s so easy to quit. I’ve seen so many people stop a task prematurely. Teens without a support system do it all too often.
That’s probably the reason why I do my work with them.
To a certain extent, I understand them. I had difficulty in high school as well as college. I believe the main reason why I became “successful” was because of my desire to be in a tribe of...
Borders files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy - Related... →
Honestly, I’ve only seen Borders stores in my area. There’s one Barnes and Noble store in the downtown area (I believe). It seems to be a huge opportunity for the area libraries to me a comeback.
Where do you get your books from?
Social service providers outraged over Quinn's... →
Now think about it. It would seem that the prevention of treatment program budget cuts will end programs within the State of Illinois. Since we know this, we will need parents, families, faith-based and for-profit communities to prevent our affected places from being purely destitute.
Does no history equal no legacy?
I had a conversation this afternoon with a colleague about family and my last name. This well meaning young lady of a different cultural background assumed that I was able to trace my history for several generations to determine my last name’s origin. It dawned on her that my history was lost some generations back because of the lack of accurate birth records years ago for blacks.
The young...
Salesman vs counselor-all, neither or hybrid
Last night’s employer event was disappointing. Several employers didn’t show for the event for a variety of reasons.
That worries me.
In the work that I do, must ensure that each group sees the value of us helping them secure great employees. That means each person in my crew needs to understand and articulate the benefits of our service. Next, we all should be able to develop...
Build upon a foundation that plowed through decades of challenges before you. Whether you have strong familial ties, or strong networks, know that God hasn’t you to face challenges alone. If no close family ties are around, use your cultural history to gain strength, and gain knowledge from their challenges.
I request that each person highlight the cultural activities in their various...
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The job hustle remixed
For months, the crew and I were engrossed in the “Put Illinois to Work”, where we provided employers with state and federal funded jobs. The contracts and overall entitlement were tiring. Now, I’m acting as if no summer jobs are available. That means I am on the hunt. I keep thinking about Rick Ross, the hip hop artist, “Everyday, I’m hustlin’ “, mainly...