Oct 7, 2025 | Newsletters
October: A Month of Awareness, Resilience, and Possibility October has always been special to me. It’s the month I became a mom and later a Mimi, a role that fills my heart more than I can describe. October also carries additional meaning. It is a month filled with...
Sep 10, 2025 | Newsletters
September: Awareness, Action, and ASCEND-ing Together September is more than just the transition from summer to fall. It’s a month filled with opportunities to reflect, improve, and act with compassion. At The ASCEND Collective, our mission is to champion people by...
Aug 12, 2025 | Newsletters
August: The Month of Happiness, Family Fun, and One Very Spunky 9-Year-Old The month of August often sneaks up on us. It arrives just as summer starts to wind down and we begin to feel the tug of fall responsibilities. But before we jump into the back-to-school...
Jul 8, 2025 | Newsletters
From Independence to Impact: July’s Observances and the Power of Purpose-Driven Hiring July is a month that feels uniquely American—bursting with celebration, reflection, and reminders of what it means to build something meaningful. For us at Talents ASCEND and The...
Jun 10, 2025 | Newsletters
Seeing Beyond the Surface: Communicating with Purpose, Respecting Experience, and Understanding Trauma June holds powerful reminders of what it means to truly see, and value, people for who they are and what they can do. It’s Effective Communication Month, National...
May 6, 2025 | Newsletters
A Legacy of Service: Honoring the Military, the Navy, and the Ones Who Stand Beside Them Each year, as the last Monday of May draws near, American flags are lowered to half-staff in silent tribute, cemeteries fill with flowers and flags, and families gather in...
Apr 8, 2025 | Newsletters
Honoring Resilience: Hope, Military Children, and Autism Awareness April holds profound significance. It’s a month that reminds us to celebrate resilience, raise awareness, and lead with hope. As we recognize both the Month of the Military Child and Autism Awareness...
Mar 11, 2025 | Newsletters
Employee Spirit Month: The Connection Between Skills-Based Hiring and Reducing Turnover March is Employee Spirit Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the hard work, dedication, and contributions of employees in every industry. It’s a reminder that employees are the...
Feb 11, 2025 | Newsletters
Implementing Change: Lessons from History and the Future of Work Change is an inevitable force in life, business, and society. It is often met with resistance, yet it is the key driver of progress. From historical moments of courage to modern shifts in workplace...
Jan 13, 2025 | Newsletters
Starting a New Year with Goals and Actions to Succeed The start of a new year is a powerful opportunity to reflect, reset, and recommit to what truly matters. It’s a blank slate, offering the chance to set meaningful goals and take decisive actions that align with...
Dec 11, 2024 | Newsletters
Reflecting on the Year and Honoring Those Close to Our Hearts As we finish yet another year (where does the time go?), it invites us to pause and reflect—a chance to look back on all we’ve accomplished, the challenges we’ve faced, and the lessons we’ve learned along...
Nov 13, 2024 | Newsletters
November is Family Caretaker Month, a special time to recognize and honor the dedicated individuals who provide essential care to their loved ones. Whether it’s a parent caring for a child with special needs, a spouse managing a partner’s health challenges, or an...
