Tips for Selecting Quality References.

In addition to building a strong resume and conducting an engaging interview, a critical component to applying and being selected for a competitive position is providing quality references.  References substantiate

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The Heart of Disability

February is American Heart Month. This month raises awareness and educates people on how to prevent a heart attack. Many people list cancer as the condition of which they are

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The New Presidential Administration and Questions from the Disability Community

Every four years, there is a Presidential election, and Bender Consulting Services, Inc., receives calls from people with disabilities asking for information on the impact of the new administration on

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President Obama’s Executive Order a Success

It was a beautiful day on the South Lawn of the White House, in July 2010, much like the day the ADA was signed, when I witnessed seeing President Barack

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Do I Count?

Do I Count? There are 54 million Americans living with known disabilities.  That number may be even higher considering those who do not disclose their disability.  In 2012, the US

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Hiring Veterans with Disabilities – Separating Myths from Facts

Hiring Veterans with Disabilities – Separating Myths from Facts As I travel across the country urging corporations and agencies to recruit and hire veterans with disabilities as part of my

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Guest Blogger: Joshua 12th Grade New Brighton High School

Good morning everyone. My name is Joshua and I am a senior at New Brighton Area High School. I would like to thank Mr. Dearth the CEO of Calgon Carbon

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Thursday in Seoul

Today was the final day of my U. S. State Department International Information Program visit to meet organizations that focus on employing South Koreans with disabilities.  I have enjoyed every

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Wednesday – Korean Day of the Disabled in Seoul

I think, for personal reasons, Wednesday will always be the most memorable day on this visit to Seoul, South Korea. Today was the Korean Day of the Disabled! I was

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Tuesday in Deagu and Changwon

Tuesday was a great day, because I was with my people – people with disabilities from the Center for Independent Living (CIL).  Although they have additional progress to make, they

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