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What makes a great federal leader? The stand-out traits of this year’s Service to America honorees
December 07, 2012 by William Frierson
If you have a desire to work in the federal government, then you may be interested in the following post highlighting the accomplishments of federal leaders and the qualities they have relied on for success.As a general rule, successful federal leaders are highly motivated by a public service mission, clearly articulate a vision of what they want to accomplish, are persistent, collaborative and often have bosses who provide them with strong support.
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What makes a great federal leader? The stand-out traits of this year’s Service to America honorees
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Transitioning Students with Disabilities into College and Careers
November 30, 2012 by William FriersonWith the right preparation, schools can make the lives of students with disabilities a little easier as they transition into college and the workforce. In the following post, find out what parents say can be done to help with this process, and what is making a difference.Scott Rich is a prime example of how a student with disabilities can be successful. Rich was diagnosed with autism at the age of three, and behavioral problems affected him throughout elementary school. He had difficulty engaging to the point that he was expelled on several occasions, and during middle and high school, he suffered anxiety and time management issues.
Today, life for Rich is an entirely different story. At age 29, Rich has earned his M.A. in Special Education, a B.A. in Geography, and a Minor in Special Education. Rich now works as an outreach advocate and is mentoring students with special needs and autism.
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Transitioning Students with Disabilities into College and Careers
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VA Offers Training Program for Veterans
November 27, 2012 by William FriersonMilitary veterans trying to get back into the workforce can apply for a VA training program, which could lead to future job opportunities. The following post has more information.According to a Department of Veterans Affairs press release, 45,000 applications have been approved for the Veteran’s Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP), a new training and education program for unemployed veterans who want to upgrade their skills for high-demand jobs. Another 54,000 slots will be available in FY 2013. VRAP aims to train 99,000 veterans over the next two years in over 200 job skills that the Department of Labor has determined are the most sought-after by employers.
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Career Fair Do’s and Don’ts
November 26, 2012 by William FriersonCareer fairs give college students opportunities to make contact with employers who are looking to hire the best and brightest individuals. However, you don’t want to show up to a career fair without a plan. I believe the following post will better prepare you for this invaluable experience.It’s that time of year– the college career fair circuit is in full effect. One of the goals of the Viacom College Relations team is to spread awareness about our internship program. In the fall, we travel to a variety of college campuses every week to find talented students (like you).
It’s always rewarding to meet students in person, hear about their passions, and tell them about the great opportunities they have ahead of them. Some of the young people we meet really blow us away, but unfortunately that’s not always the case. It’s easy to make a great impression if you follow a few rules. This is why I feel it’s important to outline the do’s and don’ts of career fairs.
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New graduate program available for intelligence officers
by William FriersonHere is a new opportunity for intelligence officers to increase their knowledge in the field.The Department of Defense on Oct. 16 announced a new graduate program for intelligence officers that will focus on studying technology-related emerging threats.
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