10 The Hampton Roads Messenger
Volume 6 Number 11 Career Opportunities
Volunteering…A Win/Win Situation for Job Seekers
BY V.E.C. WINCHESTER There are many good reasons for
you to consider volunteering when you find yourself out of work.
Gain a new skill or enhance an
existing one while minimizing a gap in unemployment- things change so quickly these days. If you find yourself out of the workforce for too long, there is a chance technology can change, industry trends change, key players’ change. Keeping yourself involved in your industry by finding volunteer or internship opportunities, you will be maintaining and keeping your job skills current.
On the flip side, if you have
considered making a career change, volunteering will expose you to real life skills and situations you may encounter in a new field. This gives you an opportunity to try on a new career without having to make any long term or expensive educational investments without knowing anything about an industry.
The change to get out of the house
and feel good about giving your time and talent- Knowing from personal experience, being out of a job for any length of time can be down right depressing. I remember feeling like life is passing you by, your not sure where
you belong and you are not a real part of anything important. Volunteering is the perfect cure for those types of emotions. There are so many good people, pets and organizations that could benefit from what you have to offer… your time and your compassion. It is human nature to feel good about yourself when you are doing something to help someone or something else.
Introductions to new people who
may help in your search- When I was much younger, someone gave me some dating advise: If you like a boy who reads, hang out in the library! The same theory holds true to employment opportunities. If you are looking for work in a veterinary hospital, volunteer at the SPCA. If you are looking for work in the medical field, volunteer at the free clinic.
A positive experience to share when
a prospective employer asks, “What have you been doing with your time?”- A hiring manager will notice if you have been out of work for any length of time and they will want to know you have been doing more than playing Farmville on Facebook or watching re-runs of The Simpsons in your underwear. When it comes down to two equally qualified candidates, the one who has spent their time actively involved in their community will win out every time.
YOU CAN FINALLY EARN WHAT YOU’RE WORTH!
COX is Hiring!
YOU CAN FINALLY EARN WHAT YOU’RE WORTH!
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www.cox.com/coxcareer A great place to start:
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Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, promotions from within
Our Commitment to Diversity At Cox Communications, diversity is a critical part of our culture, values and business operations. Here, diversity starts with under- standing and representing the varied needs, gifts and priorities of employees, customers, communities and suppliers. This diversity of people, products and partners naturally stimulates a diversity of perspectives, which helps create an enviable company culture, and enhances the growth and vitality of all Cox stakeholders.
Our Commitment to Diversity
At Cox Communications, diversity is a critical part of our culture, values and business operations. Here, diversity starts with understanding and representing the varied needs, gifts and priorities of employees, customers, communities and suppliers. This diversity of people, products and partners naturally stimulates a diversity of perspectives, which helps create an enviable company culture, and enhances the growth and vitality of all Cox stakeholders.
Cox Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Apply by visiting:
www.cox.com/coxcareer A great place to start:
Paid training, relaxed professional work environment, competitive benefit packages
Learn more: A great place to grow:
Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, promotions from within
Tammy McCluney Agency Recruiter (757)873-4794
Tammy.D.McCluney.cdu8@
statefarm.com
July 2012
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