In this issue we are very proud to profile an organization that helped to save my life. Lovick Career Journal (LCJ) has dedicated this issue to One Legacy, a donate life organization, that works with families who donate or receive organs and tissue transplants.
Organ donation is a life-saving process, yet it remains one of the least discussed subjects among families and friends. However, organizations like OneLegacy work tirelessly to connect donors to transplant recipients, saving lives through the gift of organ and tissue donation. Headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, OneLegacy bridges the gap between organ and tissue donors and transplant recipients.
WASHINGTON— Barack Obama doesn’t think anyone should cut his two daughters any slack when they apply to college—not because of their race, at least. In the unlikely event that the Obama family goes broke, then maybe.
What is the biggest obstacle for a person successfully re-entering the job market today?
According to most career counselors, being relevant and up to date in your particular field is the most common hurdle to overcome. With technology moving so fast many people’s skills and knowledge are outdated every couple of years.
Do You Know How To Be A Star At Work?
By Sharon Woodson-Bryant
Janice is an extraordinary performer at work and because of her image she is considered a star. In case you didn’t notice, stars get more training, more mentoring, better projects and greater flexibility. The good news is that you don’t need the perfect job situation in order to be a star, because most star qualities come from you – from taking your basically good skills and bringing them up a notch.
If you have contributed to your former employer’s 401(k) Plan, you understand the importance of saving and the benefits of this type of investment. Now that you’ve left your former employer and can no longer make tax-deferred contributions, you have an opportunity to address what you’d like to do with this retirement account, as well as review your entire retirement strategy. While continuing to save is generally the best strategy, there are several options to consider regarding how and for how long you save.
Fourteen-year-old Daryn Harkey was to be number 232 on the list of medical elite. But no one knew that. As a child, Daryn simply shared the dreams of all young boys: he loved playing baseball and football and enjoyed spending time with cousins and friends. His only limits were the bounds of his gifted imagination.
During their 98th Annual Convention in Detroit, Michigan, the NAACP symbolically buried the “N” word, complete with an obituary and funeral services. (http://www.naacp.org/pdfs/Obituary I wondered if the, African American co-worker at my office, I’ll call her Shirley, was aware of this memorial or even cared
by Sharon Woodson-Bryant Statistically speaking, depression is a workplace issue. The job is a major source of stress, especially for…
Should citizens always blame the President of the United States for high unemployment rates when they happen? There are some influences that can point directly to a president, but there are other key factors that dictate the rise or fall of unemployment possibilities in America.