Robert’s story is special to us at North Texas LEAD. He is one of the many highly qualified and talented people we get to work with on a daily basis. When he found himself in job transition, he was referred to North Texas LEAD and our staff quickly grew to know Robert as someone who could greatly impact one of our partner employers.
After becoming an endorsed candidate, he found a posted opportunity with the airport that was his “dream job.” After a year long selection process, he has made that dream come true. He believes LEAD is what made led him to his current role.
ROBERT HORTON
VP, Environmental Affairs
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
“Without a doubt, my decision to apply to North Texas LEAD was the best decision of my professional career. Although I had the work experience and education documented in a nice looking resume, it was not sufficient to advance to the next level. The most beneficial lessons learned came from studying the STAR interviewing technique, listening to advice on presenting myself in an authentic manner, and learning how to develop an effective networking technique. With the prayer, guidance and support from Gyna, Stephanie, Stephen, and the rest of their support network, I was able to successfully navigate a very rigorous interview process in order to land my dream job at DFW Airport.”
You can make a difference to our candidates in career transition by donating to North Texas Leaders and Executives Advocating Diversity (LEAD) in honor of #GivingTuesday. #GivingTuesday is a movement dedicated to giving back. This global initiative asks you to give what you saved on the deals from Black Friday and Cyber Monday to your favorite charity. On Tuesday, December 2, 2014, charities, families, businesses, and communities around the world will come together for one common purpose: to give and celebrate generosity. Please consider a gift to North Texas LEAD 501(c)3 by visiting https://northtexaslead.org/donate/.
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