Tag Archives: employment
Diversity,Equity,Inclusion
Know the difference between “diversity,” “equity,” and “inclusion.” Though they’re often presented collectively as “DEI,” these terms each have their own meanings. To me, diversity means embracing and honoring a wide array of differences. It’s more than representing difference; it’s … Continue reading
Networking
We think of “networking” as a business term. Why is it so important to our personal lives? “As human beings, we’re built to be social creatures. No matter what you hope to achieve — emotional support, thriving in your relationships, doing … Continue reading
POWER
Rivals or competitors who assume they have the upper hand are about to be put right. But once it’s established that you’re overtaking them, you must avoid being perceived as patronising. True, developments are about to compensate for recent setbacks, … Continue reading
‘Subminimum’ Pay for Disabled Workers
I’m writing to correct inaccuracies in a letter to the editor from John Lemus, advocacy coordinator of AtWork! [“People with disabilities: End subminimum wages,” March 28, Opinion]. I am the executive director of Artisans, a Spokane-based nonprofit that provides employment support … Continue reading
College Career Counseling
Oh sure, they know what you and the spouse do, we hope, and maybe have in mind a half-dozen occupations they’ve either come into contact with or admired from afar. A survey of 600,000 teens by the Organization for Economic … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 