Why I’m Grateful for Crossroads Career Services

In 2018 I was extended an invitation to serve on the Board of Directors for Crossroads Career Services. Although I was honored to receive the invitation, my initial response was, “I don’t have the time to do that.” You see, at the time, I had a full-time job, volunteered in my local church’s ministry, and served on a STEM Advisory …

Have You Tried the New Facilitator Guide?

One Tuesday afternoon after work, I was getting a haircut and catching up on current events with my barber. Typically, our conversations tend to be short; however, things were a bit different this time. You see, his wife was unemployed and conducting a job search. Unfortunately, the search was not going as well as he would have liked.

Pray 2020 Without Ceasing

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New Year ahead! We don’t know what the future will bring, but we do know Who does know. After 31 years of Crossroads Career ministering, we are sharing our best ever reflections and resources, as well as tools and tips, on how to pray without ceasing. Pray and Prep Rather than begin by setting goals and making plans, start by …

Crossroads Career is Joining the Global GivingTuesday Movement

  GivingTuesday, taking place on December 3rd, is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage giving and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Every year, on GivingTuesday, millions of people across the globe mobilize to show up, give back, and change their communities. The goal is to create a massive wave of …

Anger: One Letter Short of Danger

  When you see red, it is an alarm that “Danger Is Ahead!” Everyone feels angry sometimes. It is what you do with your anger that counts. Use these steps below to help you forgive yourself and others, let go of your anger and put the past behind you. Describe the offense and how you feel about it. List everyone …

Improve Your Emotional Intelligence for Career Success

  When our oldest daughter was in elementary school, her teacher recommended her for the gifted program. To be selected for the program, our daughter was given a series of tests, including an IQ test. I remember the day we received her results… Our daughter excelled during her school years, and her IQ helped her to achieve a high level …