Bad news, Omaha – the state of Nebraska falls toward the bottom of the Forbes list of Greenest States. It’s number 33 out of 50, although ranked two spots ahead of Iowa. And Omaha is number 78 on Wallet Hub’s list of Greenest Cities in the United States, while Lincoln is 34th. But even if […]
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Hospitality Employment Opportunities
Hospitality encompasses a wide variety of different roles and career paths. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, hospitality jobs are those that provide customers with lodging and food or beverages. That makes it an extensive field for which many jobs qualify. April 2017 data from the DOL says growth in the hospitality field is […]
Green Jobs
A job that’s environmentally friendly not only lets you earn a paycheck, it lets you feel good about your work. That your livelihood contributes to sustainability and doesn’t harm the planet can be one of the biggest perks of “green” jobs. The good news is such jobs increase steadily as businesses and consumers strive to […]
Workplace Diversity Wins for Everyone
Diversity in the workplace is a win-win situation for employers, employees and customers. As a job-seeker, you may instinctively seek a company with a diverse workforce without pinpointing why diversity should be a factor. The simple answer is that a diverse workplace promotes a more creative environment in which to work. Diversity sparks creativity When […]
Careers in the Building Trades Expected to Grow
Growth is on the horizon for the building trades. It’s a good time to be in the industry – particularly for those with experience in sustainable construction. ConstructConnect predicts a substantial construction increase in 2017 over 2016. The website further predicts the growth will carry over into 2018. Office buildings, healthcare facilities and lodging are […]