How a U.S. Navy Veteran Transitioned from the Nuclear Power Program to a Successful Engineering Career

Join us on the latest episode of the FourBlock Podcast as hosts Michael Abrams and Lindsey Pollak engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Tom Croff, the head of the Aviation Department at Matern Professional Engineering. With a rich background that …

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Optional Practical Training (OPT) vs. STEM OPT

As an international student, you’ve probably read or heard about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and maybe even STEM OPT. Both are work authorization programs for students in the United States on F-1 visas. But what’s the difference between OPT and …

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Finding Your Ideal Job as a Person with ADHD

Background

Bartender. Graphic Designer. Engineer. Take these three seemingly separate professions and you’d be hard pressed to find a direct connection. But for Wil Gerard, Mentra’s newest team member and a fellow #ADHDer, these three seemingly separate careers were roles …

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Starting a New Job While Non-Binary? Set Yourself Up for Success

You’ve made it through the interview process, accepted your job offer, and now you’re off to begin your new job. When you start in your new position and meet your co-workers, you want to make the best first impression possible. …

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Boost Your Skills With the Top Sales or Marketing Job Simulations on Forage

If you’ve ever thought about a career in sales or marketing (or both!) but aren’t sure it’s right for you, listen up! Participating in a sales or marketing virtual job simulation on Forage is a great way to test the …

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How to Find Your Dream Job (Plus, a Free Quiz!)

Trying to find any job can be stressful and overwhelming, let alone your dream job. Especially if you’re graduating or early in your career, how are you supposed to answer “What is my dream job” without much experience? Luckily, you …

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Career Growth: Reaching The Peak of Your Career In a Declining Industry

Your career is finally taking off, and you have great potential, but unfortunately, your industry is declining. So, do you change careers by moving to an entirely unfamiliar field? Should you accept entry positions in other industries because you have …

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Living at Intersections: Hearing from Autism and LGBTQ+ activists

Asking ‘who do you identify as’ is a seemingly simple question, but comes with a far more complicated answer. We can choose to identify ourselves with a seemingly endless range of attributes from anything focused on gender, age, sexual orientation, …

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5 Tips for Finding a Job if You Are Blind or Visually Impaired

In today’s inclusive society, individuals with visual impairments have more opportunities than ever to pursue rewarding careers. However, navigating the job market can present unique challenges. If you are blind or visually impaired and seeking employment, these tips will help …

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From Teaching to Tech and Thriving Post-Layoff with Maideli Garcia

In this episode, I chat with Maideli Garcia, a financial educator and former teacher who transitioned to the tech sector by leveraging her transferable skills. Maideli shares how she knew it was time to transition careers, the steps she took …

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