A job and a career are quite different. Knowing the differences is important because your first few jobs will likely be outside your desired career field. Let’s look at the differences between the two and discuss how jobs are one way to prepare for a career. Jobs vs. Careers Jobs are often short-term positions, usually … Continued
Editor’s Note: The upcoming 154th APH Annual Meeting will celebrate successful new products, services, processes, and initiatives. It will also be an opportunity to enjoy related meetings, network with new colleagues, and connect with old friends. This year’s Annual Meeting is hosted October 5-7th, 2022, and you’re invited! Its theme is emPOWERed, and we celebrate … Continued
My name is Paulina Vazquez. I am a recent college graduate with a background in Communications. I am currently seeking employment as a customer service representative. Although I have several career goals. including working in the travel industry or working in public relations, I’m keeping my options open for any opportunities that come my way. I love … Continued
APH ConnectCenter and NSITE Deliver Resourcesand Access to Job Opportunities to Createa Diverse and Inclusive Workforce for Job Seekers (Leaders in Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Collaborate to Create On-Demand Job Seeker’s Toolkit for Career-Ready Blind and Low Vision Individuals.) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (August 24, 2022) – American Printing House for the Blind ConnectCenter and NSITE, have … Continued
The title of my blog may cause you to raise your brow. As a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) working to prepare my students who are blind or visually impaired for the workforce, I find myself raising my brow when I hear excuses from students who choose not to locate or utilize known solutions … Continued
Most interviews are structured around common questions designed to allow the employer to find out more about you and your potential to be a good fit with the organization. While speaking with you, the interviewer will most likely take notes on your answers. With good preparation for interview questions, you have the opportunity to portray … Continued
Are you ready to start your job hunt? Good! This section will give you detailed information on how to increase your chances of becoming a successful job seeker by preparing yourself as a person who is visually impaired to locate and land a job you love. All people face obstacles to employment, but vision loss … Continued
APH CareerConnect Partners Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) CNIB is a Canadian national organization that offers resources specific to vision health, vision loss, consumer products, research, accessibility, library, and services for persons with vision loss. GettingHired.com GettingHired offers job listings, tools, forums, employment advice, great articles, and resources for job seekers with disabilities. … Continued
In almost every interview, there will be an open-ended self-description opportunity along the lines of: “So, tell me about yourself.” Often the interviewer will begin the interview with this type of question, and your answer will be one of the first things the interviewer hears from you. How you respond will set the tone of … Continued
Hello, job seeker. I see you’re ready to obtain your very first paid position or are ready to attain a subsequent, new job (whether in pursuit of career advancement or a career change). No matter, this can be an overwhelming task. Where do you turn when you know the type of job you’d like, but … Continued