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Everyone makes mistakes. But how you talk about them can turn them from a negative to a positive, especially during a job interview. Learn how to highlight the positives from mistakes and use them as examples during the interview, and how to apply the STAR method to explain your story with clear, concise focus.

During the interview process employers are not only looking at the skills and talents you'll bring to a position, but how you'll use them on a daily basis. They do this by asking behavioral interview questions. Learn how to pick the best stories to highlight your skills and translate your qualifications as clearly as possible.

Nearly one-third of all American adults report getting less than the recommended amount of sleep. According to the CDC, it's a major public health concern. And if you are on the job or preparing to enter the workforce, it can also affect how well you think, react, work, learn and get along with others. Read today's blog for tips on how to create healthy sleep habits.

Did you know that there's a law that requires businesses that have contracts with the federal government to actively recruit and hire qualified individuals with disabilities? Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act also requires employers to support individuals with disabilities during employment through training, promotion and retention.

Have you ever considered whether an apprenticeship would help you reach your career goals? In many fields, an apprenticeship could turn out to be a path to financial independence through employment. Learn more about the benefits of an apprenticeship for career seekers in this blog post.

We've all been told that when you're looking for a job, it's important to keep a positive attitude. However, winter may affect your outlook. While lots of people suffer from the winter blues, some people are diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a mental illness affected by changing seasons, overcast skies and poor light conditions. Here are some tips that can help.

Invisible disabilities are not immediately apparent, including mental illness, chronic pain or fatigue, sight or hearing impairments, diabetes, neurological disorders, and learning differences, among others. We're sharing suggestions about how to disclose your invisible disability to your employer and how Social Security's Ticket to Work Program can help.

If you're applying for a job, you're probably not the only person qualified for the position. How can you stand out among the competition before an employer even gets to meet you? One technique you can use to your advantage is to write an attention-grabbing cover letter. Check out these tips and tricks for writing a winning cover letter!

Thought about working for yourself? Need flexible hours and the freedom to work at your own pace? Have a passion to be an entrepreneur? If your answer is Yes!, then self-employment may be right for you. Social Security's Ticket to Work Program service providers are here to help, supporting you every step of the way, from business idea to financial independence.

While Social Security does not record a beneficiary's race nor ethnicity, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated that at least 10% of all adults that receive Social Security benefits because of their disability are Hispanic. During Hispanic Heritage Month learn about Ticket to Work resources and read stories of real people, who achieved financial independence through work.