Set Your DVRs Part 2: Boost skills to give job search a jolt

 5/29/2013

Women looking for a well-paying job, or trying to further their careers, can find inspiration in Alicia Ray’s success with TulsaWORKS and Beyond Jobs. As the 2NEWS story notes, women may face roadblocks even after earning a degree. One barrier-busting strategy is improving your skills. What areas not covered in your schooling could use some attention? Have there been technological advances you need to catch up on? And it doesn’t necessarily mean going back to school. Try finding free or inexpensive training courses in the community, like Alicia did. A superb skill-set can boost confidence and open doors.

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