The Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society has a history of having a blood drives every year. Their goal is to help as many people as possible and encourage students to participate in activities that they host. They have had this blood drive tradition for more than 10 years and do not plan on stopping these blood drives anytime soon.
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Growing up as a kid you constantly watch your favorite stars play the sport you love and it inspires you to go chase that dream. There should be no excuse as to why children can not participate in the sport they love. Unfortunately there are many cases where kids simply don’t have the funds in order to play a sport. Today I sit down with Diego Castro a junior at White Plains High School who gives us an inside of what playing a sport does and what can be done in order for all kids to participate in sports.
Our goal is to provide basic programs with minimal equipment that will allow children of all ages to participate in a sport without spending a ton of money. It is a shame that there are talented kids in the area who simply don’t have the funds to spend in order to play a sport. Keeping costs low is what will give these kids a chance to play the sport they love.
Someone on dialysis suffers from End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), meaning their kidneys are not functioning independently. Your kidneys must function correctly because they remove waste and extra fluids from your body. If your kidneys stop operating as they should, your body will start to feel the effect. There are two actions a person should take immediately once they are informed of their conditions, which are undergoing dialysis or getting a kidney transplant.
Dialysis is a treatment that removes waste and extra fluids by filtering out the patient’s blood through a machine and bringing it back, clean, into their bodies. Dialysis affects every person differently. Henry Richmond talks about his condition, how he ended up on dialysis, and its effects on him.
You never know what a person might be going through. People can surprise you, as Mr. Richmond surprised me. He is only 27 years old and had to change his lifestyle to accommodate his new condition. Mr. Richmond mentions that his family is his biggest supporter. If you know someone in need of or are on dialysis, showing your support can go a long way.
Additional Information:
There are companies out there, like Fresenius Kidney Care, that specialize in dialysis.
There is no wounder nor pounder that we all want a better life for us. In this case my coworker took a Hugh risk and decided to follow her dreams. A story that fascinates me as well. She mentioned how searching the internet for international jobs, dose help to maybe land you a dream job overseas.
A link to foreign jobs.
Before you find a job, it’s important to consider the position you’d like to obtain, the industry you want to work in and the skills you desire to learn. Once you narrow down these factors, determining the best fit for you can become easier. Other factors to consider include the specific location you want to travel to and how long you want to—and are allowed to—work there.
Many countries offer job opportunities for qualified international candidates. Once you decide on the type of job you want, find a country you’re interested in living in that facilitates this choice.
Once you know what you want to do and where you want to do it, start your international job search. Here are some resources for finding a job abroad:
Because some employers require you to have a visa or work permit to work with them, it’s important to start the process as soon as possible—especially before you move to the country where you want to work. In some cases, your prospective employer needs to agree to sponsor you before you can be issued a work permit or visa.
As with any job, it’s important to tailor your resume to match the job you’re applying for. Refer to the job posting and when applicable use the keywords used in the description. The keywords you use on your resume should match the country’s language. It can also be beneficial to translate your resume into the official language
Once you’ve gathered your application materials and updated your resume, consider having a family member or friend proofread it. Finalize it, compose a cover letter, submit your job application and be patient as you wait to hear back.
Your overseas job may require you to communicate in the official local language. If you find a particular job you’re interested in, research the required languages you need to know and ensure that you’re capable of learning them and reaching the required skill level in time.
Though not uncommon, you may have to prepare for a video chat or telephone interview with your prospective employer. This is especially true if you plan to work for a company that’s located far away from your present location.
If you plan to work abroad and you have a telephone or video chat interview, it’s important to consider the time difference. It’s also important to factor in adjusting yourself to the local time zone once you get the job and make the move as this can help ease your transition.
When you decide to work abroad, it’s important to prepare yourself for the country’s cultural customs and etiquette. The company you decide to work for may also have a different work environment or working hours so it’s important to be adaptable.
Getting a job in another country allows you to experience different cultures and helps you build cultural awareness. Working abroad helps you understand global markets and how they operate. Because business isn’t conducted in the same manner across every industry and country, working overseas provides you with insight to help you learn various practices. Also, many employers look for employees with experience in different business cultures because of their involvement in international markets.
