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How People With Disabilities Make A Positive Impact In The Workplace

The advantages that people with disabilities bring to the workplace are many and varied, from higher revenue and enhanced productivity to a more positive and supportive environment. In Accenture’s recent report, “The Disability Inclusion Imperative,” the professional services firm revealed that companies that led on key disability inclusion criteria had 1.6 times more revenue, 2.6 times more net income and double the profit.Click to edit this placeholder text.

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Governor Moore Announces Initiative to Expand Apprenticeships

Recently, Governor Moore announced $23 Million in federal funding to expand registered apprentices and workforce development in Maryland. This investment will connect over 7,000 jobseekers to new apprenticeship opportunities across the state, focusing on recruiting underrepresented groups

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How to Prepare for an AI Video Interview

Job hunting is evolving with the advent of AI in hiring. Whether you’re interviewing for your first job, fresh after graduation, or trying to climb the ladder, you are now more likely to find yourself pitted against an AI bot in the initial interview instead of a person.

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Enoch Pratt Free Library Services

The Enoch Pratt Free Library, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is one of the oldest free public libraries in the United States. It provides access to a vast collection of books, digital resources, and services aimed at empowering and enriching the lives of its users

Finding great employment opportunities and making it through the screening process in today’s competitive job market is tough, to say the least. But whether you’re a recent graduate or in a dead-end job and want out, looking for a new career can be made easier.

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Performing labor market research can offer several valuable insights and benefits:

Understanding Job Trends: It helps identify which industries and occupations are growing or declining, allowing businesses and job seekers to make informed decisions.
Salary Benchmarking: By analyzing salary data, companies can set competitive wages to attract and retain talent.
Skills Gap Analysis: It highlights the skills that are in demand and those that are lacking in the workforce, guiding educational institutions and training programs.
Policy Making: Governments and organizations can use labor market data to shape policies and economic strategies that align with current industry needs.
Workforce Planning: Businesses can better plan their hiring strategies and workforce development initiatives based on labor market trends.

Overall, labor market research is a crucial tool for aligning workforce capabilities with market demands, ensuring economic growth and stability.

Below are sites to perform labor market research like:

What industries currently employ the most workers in Maryland?
What industries are predicted to have the most future job openings in Maryland?

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Assistant State Superintendent

Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)

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