Author: Lisa
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General Dynamics employees are united by our Ethos—our defining moral character as a company. This Ethos undergirds our culture and our commitment to our communities, employees, customers and shareholders. It drives and determines how we do business and informs our commitment to good corporate citizenship, sustainable business practices and community support. COMMITMENT TO ETHICS We…
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Best Case Scenario
I don’t know if you’ve ever had the experience of selling a house, but I’m finding that my first time isn’t all that much fun. The inspection period is almost over, and I’m experiencing so many thoughts—everything from the “worst case” to the “best case” scenario of how the sale might play out. The best case…
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Expectations
I’ve got a relatively new nephew (he’s two). He’s the only small child our family has ever had, and when we get together for dinner, my sister and our family talk quite a bit about what a child should be doing at his age, (eating by himself with a spoon for example) what the next step…
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How to Make the Most Out of Job Fairs
by: Linda Matias Job fairs are a great way to meet potential employers. Unlike cold calling or surfing the Internet, job fairs offer the chance to chat with hiring managers in person and pass around your resume or business card. Use these tips to make the most of job fairs. Make a List Before you…
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How to Return to Work After a Career Break
Returning to work after a career break can seem like a daunting task. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been out of work for 12 months or even 12 years, getting back in touch with your professional self isn’t always easy. But the good news is we’re here to help. Here are a few tips to make the…
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October is National Employment Disability Awareness Month
by Kristen Pettey This month we are eager to share our endorsement of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM); to educate people about disability employment issues, and to celebrate the many and diverse contributions made by those with disabilities. We would like to honor two disabled individuals and one able bodied young man who have made…
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The Philosophy of Constant Improvement
In a perfect world, by this time of the year, you would be halfway through your 2017 goals, right? Unfortunately, not many people can commit to a course of action to get what they want every year. The Kaizen philosophy can make it insanely easy to commit to that goal. You should aim to continually…