On this week’s episode of Timeout with TWN, we chatted with Jeermal Sylvester, @mr_me_too_indy, former pro basketball player who is now working in his community to help the next generation learn from his journey. Through his organization, Beauty 4 Ashes, Jeermal uses his platform as an athlete to have a real impact on the youth …
By Claire Elise Thompson
May 7, 2025
“Here in Looking Forward, we’ve covered several resources that exist to connect job seekers with climate-related opportunities — and when I first started working on this story, I thought it might be useful to …
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Entering the workforce as a college student from an underrepresented background can be a daunting task. These students often face unique challenges when seeking employment, as they search for organizations that value diversity and inclusivity. In this blog post, we …
ADHD Pushed Me to Be an Entrepreneur — These 3 Things Helped Me Find Resilience in My Career Journey
Since childhood, I’ve known my mind worked differently. I was more impulsive and venturesome than my peers. I was the head of the academic team, yet also the class clown. I was class president, then a high school dropout. I …
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Establishing generational wealth certainly feels like the ultimate test of financial prowess, and frankly, depending on your lifestyle, learning how to build generational wealth can be pretty vital. Tech evolution, political instability, climate change; there’s a lot going on that …
Employee Resource Groups, also known as affinity groups or diversity groups, are voluntary, employee-led organizations within a company that focus on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. These groups are typically formed around shared characteristics, such as race, ethnicity, gender, …
Job interviews don’t always come after you apply to a job. Sometimes, you may be having a casual conversation, but your story and the way you speak are so captivating, that the person you’re speaking starts thinking about ways they …
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 …