Why Authentic Branding Makes a Difference

In today’s world where corporations set the tone of what we consume every day, branding is so important for all of us. Whether you are pushing out a public persona, or just want to make sure your social media and …

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TWN Athlete of the Month: April Sykes

Welcome back to TWN’s Athlete of the Month! Each month we are highlighting athletes in our network to share what they have accomplished outside of sports, their contribution to the athletic community and more. Make sure to check out our weekly …

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Taking Leaps and Growing With Confidence — From a Contractor to a First-Generation VP

In the past 13 years, Zoya Khan has only changed companies once — leaving a full-time position to join Prudential as a contractor.

What made her take this leap of faith? Well, for one, Khan knew what she wanted and was …

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How an Infantry Officer Got Into a Career in Tech

This week we welcome West Point graduate and U.S. Army veteran George Chewning, who served five years as a U.S. Army Infantry Officer including a deployment to Afghanistan.

In conversation with FourBlock Founder Mike Abrams, George shares details of his …

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6 Things Every Differently Abled Job Applicant Should Know About Disability Employment

People with disabilities often face challenges that impede their access to career opportunities and advancement. Fortunately, there are laws in place and resources available to help them. Whether you’re a job seeker with a disability or an employer wanting to …

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9 Great Jobs for People with Autism

Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a condition that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates affects around one in every 59 children in the United States today. It covers a broad range of conditions and is …

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6 Things to Consider Before Disclosing a Disability On a Job Application

To disclose your disability in a job application or not to disclose your disability in a job application — that is the question that many women, including FGB’ers, are asking.

“Should I disclose my disability?” an anonymous FGB’er asked the FGB …

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Important Tools and Resources for Life After Sports

Life after sports can be a scary concept. You aren’t exactly sure what to expect or how you will feel after leaving your sport behind. There are a lot of resources out there for you to take a look at …

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Remote Work: Better or Worse for Women? Pros, Cons, and Tips to Navigate WFH

You wake up late and immediately panic at the thought of having to get in the shower, do your hair and makeup, and then fight the morning commute just to make it to the office on time. Then you remember—you …

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Employee Self-Advocacy: How To Talk To Your Employer About Your Disability

By Paula Morgan, Forbes

Not everyone feels comfortable sharing their personal lives with their employers, particularly when it comes to health issues and disability. Legally, you are in no way obligated to disclose your disability to your employer, or even …

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