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  • A close-up view of an escalator illuminated with red lights along the sides and green lights towards the center. Wait for it—the image focuses on the steps of the escalator, creating a futuristic and dynamic visual effect.

    Sometimes It’s Best to Wait for It

    I smiled as I watched the dad with his two-your old son scurry to the hotel escalator. The dad held his son’s hand firmly and flew him a few inches off the ground to land squarely on the moving step. The boy giggled and wiggled as if he was on an amusement park ride. On the ride down, the little boy leaned forward in anticipation as if ready for take-off. I cringed with worry envisioning sharp escalator teeth against soft, baby skin. But his dad calmly said—“No, not yet. Wait for it.”

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  • Two bronze statues are positioned against a red brick wall. The statue in the foreground appears to be listening closely with an ear pressed to the wall, while the statue in the background looks as if it is stealthily approaching, perhaps eager to listen in on a clandestine conversation.

    Can You Listen Between the Lines?

    Part of the problem with not being able to listen between the lines arises from our perception of what the person is saying or what they want. People tend to make assumptions based on their own experiences, current emotions, and state of mind. Unfortunately, these assumptions often tend to be incorrect. Recognizing the inaccuracy of our assumptions and challenging them by asking questions will greatly clarify what we are hearing and help to avoid misunderstandings.

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  • Silhouette of a person walking a bicycle at sunset, with dogs standing nearby. The background displays an orange and red sky with scattered clouds, creating a serene and picturesque scene.

    Freddy and the Art of Follow-Through

    Since joining a dog-fostering organization about a year ago, we’ve fostered and helped bring many dogs to a successful new start with a loving family. The dogs have all moved on to a wide variety of new settings, too. Some immediately become the presence in the home that adds a wonderful new companionship and sense of security.

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  • A majestic view of the Statue of Liberty at sunset. The sun sets behind clouds, casting rays of light across the sky. Birds fly above the statue, adding to the dramatic scene. The vivid colors of orange, yellow, and blue enhance the silhouette, reflecting her enduring legacy.

    Your Legacy!

    Why do we still remember the fallen and all who served, 100 years after the guns fell silent? Indeed, why celebrate Independence Day on 4 July or even Martin Luther King Day? The answer is simple. All of these events are comprised of people who have left a legacy for us to honor and remember. We value those who fought to defend our freedom and indeed fought for our independence. We value the people who have contributed so much to our world, that we are still the beneficiary today. Simply put, they left a legacy!

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  • A person wearing climbing gear is rock climbing on a steep, rocky cliff, much like navigating the challenging terrain of a job search. They are secured by a climbing rope that trails below them. The cliff is surrounded by greenery, and the climber is focused on finding their next handhold.

    How To Get Out of Your Job Search Rut

    Mid-level career professionals oftentimes get comfortable in their positions, however, when it comes to job searching, it can be even more of a challenge. I usually hear from my clients that there are things that they may not be good at, so they just stop doing them, or they became comfortable in their role, or a combination of those to continue challenging themselves as they did early on in their career. So, what are the things that mid-level career professionals should be spending time on in a job search and why? Let’s look at the strategies they oftentimes skip, miss, and even resist.

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  • The United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C., with its iconic dome and neoclassical architecture, is set against a clear blue sky. Stairs leading up to the entrance, columns, and the American flag flying on a pole are also visible—much like the structured details found in a federal resume.

    How to Clearly Demonstrate Your Qualifications on a Federal Resume

    Although there are plenty of resources for learning about the federal hiring process and how to format a federal resume, not much is said about what to write on a federal resume. How do you know that you are presenting the best information that each employer is looking for? There are three places on a federal job opportunity announcement (JOA) that you must look in order to find the necessary information that must be demonstrated in your resume. They are presented here in order of value.

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  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial, featuring the carved faces of four U.S. presidents, stands as a testament to government leadership. The sculptures are embedded in a cliff beneath a partly cloudy sky at sunset, highlighting their detailed expressions.

    The U.S. Government as a Leading Venture Capitalist

    The U.S. Government as a leading venture capitalist, wow, is this a joke? This sounds like industrial policy, public intervention, and “picking winners." It is something that European and East Asian governments do, but not us, right? Think again. The U.S. government has actually played a major role in developing many innovations used by our technology giants to reach worldwide dominance.

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