Newsletter · August 22, 2024

Hear From a Paralympian, Navigate LinkedIn, Get a Professional Reference, Learn How Being Too Busy Isn't Productive and Discover Wells Fargo Offerings

This Week on Hiring America

Hello Hiring America Family!
This week, we bring you a mix of motivation and practical wisdom designed to propel your career forward.
Blind Veteran and Champion Paralympian Brad Snyder Discusses Turning Tragedy Into Triumph
Brad Snyder, a blind veteran and Paralympian, shares his extraordinary story of transforming a devastating loss into an inspiring triumph. After losing his sight in combat, he didn't just adapt—he found a new calling in sports, becoming a beacon of hope and determination.
Your Most Asked Questions About LinkedIn: Military Transition Edition
LinkedIn wasn't built with military transitions in mind, especially for veterans diving into the civilian job market or military spouses on the move. The platform operates differently for veterans, but with the right approach, it can be a powerful tool. Discover the five crucial skills that can turn LinkedIn into your direct path to a new career.
6 Steps In Asking For A Professional Reference
Your references could be the deciding factor between landing your dream job and missing out. A missing or unresponsive reference can significantly diminish your chances, especially in a tight race. Before you ask for a reference, it’s crucial to know what not to do to ensure your references are a strong asset in your job search.
How Always Being Busy KILLS Productivity – And 5 Ways To Avoid It
Being constantly busy may seem productive, but it can actually drain employees' mental energy, making it harder for them to perform at their best. Learn how perpetual busyness can hinder job performance and what can be done to manage it.
Wells Fargo Military Minute ft. Jarren Wall | Active Duty Employee
Discover how Wells Fargo goes above and beyond to support its active-duty employees and learn how you can take full advantage of the benefits they offer.
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Bill
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Blind Veteran and Champion Paralympian Brad Snyder Discusses Turning Tragedy Into Triumph

Blind veteran and Paralympian Brad Snyder shares his inspiring journey of turning tragedy into triumph, losing his sight in combat but finding new purpose and success in sports.

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Your Most Asked Questions About LinkedIn: Military Transition Edition

LinkedIn was not set up to accommodate military members hopping into the candidate pool in the middle of their career. And it was definitely not set up for frequently moving military spouses. The truth is that LinkedIn works differently for veterans than it does for civilians. Check out the five skills every veteran needs to make LinkedIn lead straight to a job.

6 Steps In Asking For A Professional Reference

The references you provide to the employer for the job you really want are more important than you think. A "missing in action" reference can really kill your chances of a job offer, especially if the choice between you and another candidate is a close one. Before you get to the nuts and bolts of how to ask for a reference, it is important to understand what you should not do.

How Always Being Busy KILLS Productivity – And 5 Ways To Avoid It

Always being busy reduces employees’ cognitive resources and makes it much harder for them to do their jobs well.

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Wells Fargo Military Minute ft. Jarren Wall | Active Duty Employee

Learn about Wells Fargo's support for active duty employees and how to benefit from it.