By Corey Schuler   There’s no getting around it – job interviews and anxiety pretty much go hand in hand. Are you wearing the best attire? What if you stumble on an answer? What if you stumble on EVERY answer? Oh no, is that one bit of hair STILL sticking up?? For...

By Corey Schuler   When you go into a job interview, we often adopt a mentality that we need to sell ourselves in any number of ways: how much we want that job, what we can do for the company, why we want to work there, etc.    Sure, these are important considerations...

By Corey Schuler   One of the biggest hindrances when transitioning out of government work is articulating your experience to civilian employers. This is one of our biggest passions because more often than not, you can absolutely do the job you’re looking for, but you...

By Corey Schuler   The ASCEND Collective is here to help folks find meaningful employment, especially for underserved people in circumstances that create extra barriers to a solid paycheck. While we can equip you with a variety of skills to leverage your current...

By Corey Schuler Recent happenings have shifted the state of work for many civil servants currently or previously working for our government. Our mission at The ASCEND Collective is to enhance your employment journey, no matter the circumstance.     For people...

By Corey Schuler Charities and nonprofits have been working to end veteran houselessness for many years and as we shifted into 2025, we were met with amazing news: homeless and unsheltered vets dropped 19% last year!    However, overall homelessness in America rose...

By Corey Schuler Our economy has shifted significantly over the last decade. Housing, interest rates, remote work versus in-person, artificial intelligence… with so many moving factors, asking ourselves every now and then what constitutes a living wage is a helpful...

Your Guide to Successful Employment After Military Service  Transitioning from military service to civilian life is a significant change, and finding viable employment is a crucial step in this journey. With proper preparation and strategic actions, service members...

Seasonal positions offer an excellent way to gain experience, earn extra income, and potentially secure a permanent role. For many companies, the end of the holiday rush or busy season doesn't mean the end of opportunities—it's a chance for standout workers to...