Fort Campbell, Kentucky (December 9, 2022) – Connected Nation’s Digital Works program has named Colby Davenport a 2022 Graduate of the Year. Digital Works provides virtual job training and placement for military-connected adults across the United States and U.S. military bases around the world. Tammy Spring, Digital Works Operations Manager, described Colby as “someone who went above and beyond” during his …
2022 trends in remote employment
Fort Campbell, Kentucky (August 24, 2022) — The Fort Campbell Digital Works team has a rare view into the world of remote employment because of the career readiness support that is included in the program. During training, each learner gains or refreshes their skills, including customer service, verbal and written communication, basic technical competencies, and the unique experience of searching …
Remote work works, when there is reliable access
Lexington, Kentucky (June 14, 2022) – Like many other workers across the country, I began a fully remote job during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Because Connected Nation is committed to connectivity for all, we are no strangers to remote work and, therefore, my at-home office setup and onboarding process was seamless. The ability to continue meaningful work during …
Why are you staying? Exploring the Great Resignation
Columbus, Ohio (June 8, 2022) — The pandemic brought about significant changes, one of which was a mass exodus of the workforce, often referred to as The Great Resignation. Many people, at all career levels and positions, decided to leave the brick-and-mortar world behind. Personal or family illness, and the shift to online schooling for young children were among the …
The urban exodus: How broadband plays a role in the recent migration of remote workers
Portage Lakes, Ohio (May 12, 2022) – As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed, I was amazed by the growth of the remote workforce. Prior to the pandemic, less than 4% of workers in high-paying jobs (positions with an annual salary greater than $100,000) worked remotely. At the conclusion of 2021, the percentage of high-paying remote jobs grew more than 375% — …
Get a job that moves with you: Digital Works now offering grant-funded digital skills and remote job placement services at no cost to participants
Fort Campbell, Kentucky (April 7, 2022) – Digital Works (DW), a program developed by the national nonprofit Connected Nation (CN), is offering digital skills training and job placement assistance to all Kentucky state residents, as well as Fort Campbell-area military-affiliated adults (spouses, veterans, and transitioning service members), at no cost to them thanks to funding provided by the Kentucky Statewide …
101 Graduates: Celebrating a major Digital Works milestone at Fort Campbell hub — home of the 101st Screaming Eagles
Providing digital job training and placement for veterans, military spouses in the midst of the pandemic Fort Campbell, KY (July 13, 2021) – Last week, Digital Works (DW), a Connected Nation (CN) initiative, celebrated a huge accomplishment: officially training 101 graduates out of its Fort Campbell, Kentucky hub. The Digital Works program at Fort Campbell provides digital jobs training and …
Teleworking across the globe: Why remote work may be the best option for you
Bowling Green, KY (July 6, 2021) – Over the past decade, the concept of remote work seemed unfamiliar and ineffective to most of the world. Employees were used to getting ready for work, commuting, and working the traditional 9 to 5 hours. Then in March of 2020, everything changed with the outbreak of the coronavirus. The pandemic forced the majority …
When You Thank A Veteran: Some Advice from a Military Spouse
Fort Campbell, Ky (November 12, 2020) –Yesterday, November 11, 2020, the nation stopped what they were bickering about, discussing in depth, and dwelling on their fears to say “thank you” to a group of individuals who have fought and are fighting to give us the freedom to speak our minds and live as we chose. Aside from the standard get-together, …
USDA Rural Development Announces Funding for Connected Nation Digital Works Training Program
Bowling Green, Ky (November 6, 2020) – USDA Rural Development of Kentucky announced funding to enhance career mentoring as well as job training in rural communities through the Digital Works program. Kentucky State Director for USDA Rural Development Hilda Legg spoke with RFD-TV about how this initiative will support veterans and military spouses across Kentucky. “Our country owes so much to our military families …
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