JUMPSTART! – Interview Success: All the Answers
April 25, 2022
The interview is potentially one of the most important meetings in job search. How well the interview goes can determine if you’ll work in a job you love. This workshop will teach you all interview preparation and success. We look…
Careers by National Able Network: An In-Person Orientation for Illinois Residents! | CHICAGO HEIGHTS
April 22, 2022
Congratulations! You’re on the path to a brand new career. At our online orientation we’ll discuss all the career services available to you through our program as well as how to apply, what workshops to attend, training/education opportunities, and more!…
Careers by National Able Network: An In-Person Orientation for Illinois Residents! | PILSEN
April 22, 2022
Congratulations! You’re on the path to a brand new career. At our online orientation we’ll discuss all the career services available to you through our program as well as how to apply, what workshops to attend, training/education opportunities, and more!…
In the Books: One Client’s Journey to a New Career
November 15, 2021
Idalia Andrade pursued a degree in liberal arts, but after graduating she felt burnt out from the education industry and started a new career path in hospitality. The change reenergized Idalia because she likes to help people and she enjoyed…
Retiree Returns to Workforce for Dream Career!
May 18, 2021
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…
Older Americans Month 2021: Resume Do’s and Don’ts for Older Job Seekers
May 13, 2021
Job hunting can be stressful, and even more so in a world where we rely on virtual first impressions. For older job seekers with years of experience, the good news is that your resume can be a wonderful first impression…
Mom Finds Career Passion in Medical Field
November 5, 2020
Masgelah Sullivan came to National Able Network seeking to positively change her employment situation. She had been pursuing her education with the goal of a stable career for many years, but something about this time, when she connected with National…
From Healthcare to IT, This Older Worker Has Found Success
July 27, 2020
Julie Parker was in a difficult position in September 2019. She was just laid off from her job in Omaha’s healthcare industry and her confidence was at an all-time low. She felt discouraged about her job search because she is…
Two-Time Cancer Survivor Transitions from Job to Career
April 24, 2020
Jennifer Edwards, a 44-year-old single mom, had been successful in the import business for more than 20 years, but she felt that her career had reached a plateau. “I’m a two-time ovarian cancer survivor,” says Jennifer, “So when I had…
Following the Light to a Dream Career
February 26, 2020
Raven Macon, a Chicago native, recently returned home after a year in Miami. She worked as a Nutritionist in South Florida while she finished her bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences. However, Raven felt an inkling of restlessness. Her…
Finding the Path to a Career in IT
February 5, 2020
John Childs earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology with an emphasis in Network Management. He was able to land work by freelancing for small businesses to fix computers and other electronics, but John also worked a second job at…