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Summer Success Blog Series | How To Create An Engaging Cover Letter

National Able Network July 21, 2021 Summer Success Blog Series 0

When it comes to job applications, one of the most important components is your cover letter. Your cover letter serves as a first impression on the hiring manager, and also acts as a sales pitch for why you should be…

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Opening the Door to a Successful IT Career Path

Landon Hodges June 21, 2021 IT Career Lab 0

In March 2012, Amy Adebiyi immigrated to the United States from Benin, West Africa with aspirations of furthering her education. A few years later, Amy felt a calling to serve her adopted country and so she enlisted in the United…

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Summer Success Blog Series | How to Make the Best First Impression (Virtually!)

Landon Hodges June 10, 2021 Summer Success Blog Series, Workforce 0

While the world is slowly returning to a new kind of normal, there are some changes that might be here to stay. For example, the pandemic has greatly impacted how employers connect with potential hires. Now, instead of getting to…

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Taking Back Control of Career Destiny with Help from National Able Network

Landon Hodges June 8, 2021 Workforce 0

Dane Watkins had been out of work for over 26 weeks and felt he was unable to re-enter the engineering field due to lack of project management certifications. “I was laid off, and felt helpless and that I couldn’t do…

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  • Jun 7 2021
  • Lloret De Mar Pelayo
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Evanston’s Hospitality Job Fair

Lloret De Mar Pelayo June 7, 2021 0

This is a FREE in-person hiring event! Hospitality career opportunities include: Servers, Cooks, Bartenders, Hosts, Baristas, Front Desk Staff, Security, and MUCH MORE! Masks will be required to attend this event. Please follow all CDC, federal, state, and local guidelines. …

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Career Resources and Networking Lead to a New Career Path

Landon Hodges May 28, 2021 Workforce 0

When Noelle Hardy was laid off from her previous job, she connected with National Able Network (Able) to help her transition to a new career pathway. She attended an orientation session to learn more about resources that were available to…

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Retiree Returns to Workforce for Dream Career!

Landon Hodges May 18, 2021 Workforce 0

After spending eight years in retirement, Lorry Charak wanted to get back to work. Although he had a lifelong career in commodities trading and sales, Lorry wanted to pursue a new career path this time around. His daughter, who was…

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  • Feb 25 2021
  • Lloret De Mar Pelayo
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Techapalooza!

Lloret De Mar Pelayo February 25, 2021 0

Join us for the first fully virtual TECHAPALOOZA! We’ll have a panel discussion, Q&A, and an opportunity for job seekers to network with employers that are hiring! Employers currently registered to attend include: Wintrust Bank, Brooksource, Accenture, AmericanEagle.com and more!

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Seventy-three and Thriving in Senior Services!

National Able Network February 3, 2021 Senior Services, Workforce 0

Margit Altstadt had been working in the department of health in Champaign, Illinois for several years until she was laid off at the age of 62. “It was hard to find a job at that age,” she said, but that…

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Senior Gains New Skills for a New Career!

National Able Network January 22, 2021 Senior Services 0

Steve Deon worked as a supervisor for two residential buildings in Minnesota, overseeing the maintenance and cleaning staff. He enjoyed his work, but when he was diagnosed with cancer, he moved to Illinois to be closer to family. “I had…

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