Careers and Employment Archives

Suitable and Stylish Work Attire

Posted on September 28, 2022 - 11:45 am by Shannon Carollo

Black man wearing sharp black suit and aviator sunglasses.

Editor’s note: For National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we look at developing a work wardrobe that is not only appropriate for your workplace, but also affords you the opportunity to express your confidence, and if you so choose, fashion-forwardness. You landed the job (Congratulations!) and you’re wondering what you’ll wear to work, or you’re […]

An Invitation to Explore APH CareerConnect

Posted on September 27, 2022 - 10:54 am by Richard Rueda

older chef working on pastry; older carpenter standing in front of tools

Editor’s note: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time we at the APH ConnectCenter focus on the important roles individuals who are blind or low vision possess in our workforce. If you are an older individual who is blind or low vision, your contributions to the workforce are valued! If you’re interested […]

Update Your Resume: The Right Way to Archive Career History

Posted on September 1, 2022 - 10:00 am by Steve Cardenas

Animated image of a character holding a laptop adjacent to an outline of a paper with the word "RESUME"

Editor’s note: September is Update Your Resume Month! In recognition, APH CareerConnect updated Steve Cardenas’ popular blog post on how to archive your career history as an individual who is blind or low vision, simplifying the process of updating and customizing your resume. A friend once encouraged me to submit my resume to a nonprofit […]

Job Search Tips to Empower Individuals Who Are Blind or Low Vision

Posted on August 24, 2022 - 12:22 pm by Joe Strechay

Woman in professional attire extending hand in a job interview

Editor’s Note: The 154th APH Annual Meeting celebrated successful new products, services, processes, and initiatives. It was an opportunity to enjoy related meetings, network with new colleagues, and connect with old friends. Its theme was emPOWERed, and we celebrated by updating Joe Strechay’s job search tips to empower individuals who are blind or low vision. […]

Conquering My Fear of Singing in Public

Posted on August 15, 2022 - 5:29 pm by admin

Max holds his cane while on stage talking to a group of approximately 100 people.

Editor’s note: Entrepreneur and Podcaster on The What’s Your Excuse? Show, Max Ivey, shares his journey of finding the courage to sing publicly. Max contributes his story in hopes of encouraging others who are blind or low vision to conquer any fear they have in pursuit of an employment goal or personal aspiration. I’m writing […]

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