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PATRIOTS PATH NEWS & RECAPS |
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A YEAR-END MESSAGE
FROM PATRIOTS PATH'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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It's hard to believe we are about to close the books on yet another year here at Patriots Path. And what a year it has been! As employers continued grappling with in-office versus work-from-home arrangements, the economy, in a lot of respects, rebounded, while hiring went through the roof; alongside a tight talent market there was wage inflation. This year was better than last, but it was not without its challenges. As I reflect back and begin to prepare for what comes next, one thing comes to mind: Progress. We learn more every day and I see, and hope for, a bright tomorrow.
This year, we are forecasting to have offered 18 Patriots Path workshops (we have one more to go!), and we will have graduated 150 students. For comparison, in 2020 we offered 15 workshops and graduated 136 students; in 2019, we offered 11 workshops and graduated 128 students. This year, we will have offered the most 20-hour workshops ever; by every metric, it will be the best year we have had as an organization, and I couldn't be more proud.
As we look to the future, we would like to be back in person at some point, and we are very much looking forward to that; however, we will always continue to offer a virtual component to our classes, as well. This imprint on our program, as a result of the pandemic, is one of the silver linings I am most grateful for; remote accessibility enables our reach to cross borders. In the coming new year, we will also try our hand at something new by offering an evening class. Look for more details in upcoming newsletters, emails and on social media!
Thank you to everyone who has made this year the banner year that it was at Patriots Path. We have so much to both celebrate and look forward to together.
Warmest wishes for a happy holiday season and a great new year,
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Patriots Path Executive Director |
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The holidays can be hard. If you or someone you know is struggling and would like to speak with someone, please reach out to any one of the several mental health services offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs by going to www.mentalhealth.va.gov/MENTALHEALTH.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
PATRIOTS PATH GRADUATES
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We have another great class of veterans and military spouses to highlight. |
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If you are hiring and would like an introduction to any one, or several, of these veterans or military spouses, please reach out to Patriots Path Executive Director Noël McCall for an introduction. Email: noel.mccall@patriots-path.org. |
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A SUCCESSFUL FIRST
PERSONALITY & INTERESTS ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP
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On November 17th, we hosted a Patriots Path first: A Personality & Interests Assessment workshop. Sponsored by Fiberon, this workshop enabled career-changing conversations for those who were looking to assess their personality and interests and apply the results to their career search.
The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and we will be offering this workshop again in 2022. Look for more details in the coming months!
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JOIN US!
FOR A YEAR-END MOCK-INTERVIEW WORKSHOP
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Join us online for a live evening session for your opportunity to try out your interviewing skills. This workshop has been proven to prepare veterans and military spouses for civilian interviews.
Date: December 14, 2021
Time: 4:00-5:30pm EST
Register by email by clicking the button below, or email:
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UPCOMING PATRIOTS PATH WORKSHOPS
JANUARY
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Join us for one of our proprietary 5-day workshops in the new year! Learn the ins and outs of the civilian job search while gaining critical skills, like resume writing, interviewing, networking and negotiating.
Upcoming 2022 Dates:
January 10-14 | January 24-28 | February 7-11
9:00am-1:00pm EST, each day
Workshops are still being held virtually. Register for your spot today!
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LOOKING FOR MORE WAYS TO CONNECT?
CHECK OUT THESE VETERAN CALENDARS
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CORPORATE SPONOSR HIGHLIGHT
PATTERSON POPE
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Patterson Pope has been a wonderful corporate partner of Patriots Path. From participating in Patriots Path events, to volunteering, to hiring Patriots Path students, Patterson Pope is a pillar example of what it means to be an active participant and partner.
Patterson Pope, we are grateful for you and your commitment to the military community.
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We are looking forward to kicking off the new year with our great sponsors, both old and new. If you are interested in getting your organization involved with Patriots Path in 2022, please go to patriots-path.org/new-sponsorship.
Lastly, for general inquiries, please email Patriots Path Executive Director
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VETERAN HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH
YOLANDA OBEY
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Service: United States Air Force, 20+ years
Rank: Major
Career Interests: Program Management; Space Systems Acquisition
Location: Greater Los Angeles, CA. I would also consider San Antonio or Houston, TX and Atlanta, GA.
“I am Senior Program Manager with 15 years of experience leading high-performing cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and deliver technical solutions. I am seeking a Senior Program Management position where I can continue to utilize my collaborative leadership skills, education and training to add value to a future employer."
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ARTICLES WORTH READING
FOR EMPLOYERS AND VETERANS
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2022 Military Friendly Employers
Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort, and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefits for the military community.
Over 1,500 organizations compete annually for Military Friendly® designation.
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Indeed: Job Search Guide for Former Military Members
Making a career change requires you to look at the path ahead in a new way. For example, your MOS/military job code may not necessarily define your civilian career path. You will need to translate the skills you have obtained in the military into language your future employers will understand, including the intangible skills you might have such as communication, teamwork, critical thinking and others.
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www.patriots-path.org I 704-369-5500 I PO Box 473791, Charlotte, NC 28247
Patriots Path is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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