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From Surviving to Thriving at Work

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   When we think about career planning, we often think about the work we want to do, the organizations willing to bring us aboard, and the business we might want to establish and run independently. We also evaluate the degree we might need to earn, the licenses and certifications that might be required, and the […]

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From Applied Mathematician to Senior Software Engineer 

Andres Gonzalez was interested in science and math from a young age in his native Cuba. Early on, he knew he would need assistive technology for any career, but he didn’t necessarily imagine becoming the computer scientist and software engineer he is today.  Blind since the age of seven due to glaucoma, which is uncommon […]

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Read an eBook Week  

March ushers in Read an eBook Week. It’s the perfect time to celebrate how digital eBooks have transformed reading for those who find print difficult or impossible to read. Methods for accessing and reading eBooks vary. Regardless of your blindness, low vision, or comfort level with technology, there is a way to read.  NLS  One of […]

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The Job Hunt Journey  

There has been an increase in remote work over the past decade. For people who are blind or have low vision, these opportunities eliminate transportation issues! I had always dreamed of working from home. This is my journey to teleworking and proving to myself and employers that I could successfully telework.  Finding Love and Changing […]

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Juggling School and Activities: A High Schooler’s Guide to Finding Balance

We all need balance in our lives. Recognizing how we want to divide our time between our roles is important. We don’t often realize that we must find balance until we’re stressed. A busy schedule is great, but you must know when and how to slow down before it becomes overwhelming. While everyone has mechanisms […]

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