Category: Careers
Welcome to our Careers category, where you’ll discover inspiring stories and practical information about the diverse jobs blind people are successfully doing, how they navigate their roles, and the paths they took to find these opportunities. Whether you’re pursuing employment or self-employment, this section is filled with advice, insights, and real-world examples to help guide you toward your career goals. Explore this space for the encouragement and tips you need to thrive professionally.
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Colleges Can Limit Student Loans by Major
Starting July 1, 2026, colleges will gain expanded authority to restrict how much students can borrow in federal loans — and the rules could vary depending on a student’s major.
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Bad Credit Could Cost You a Job
If you’re applying for a job, your credit history may play a bigger role than you think.
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Is a $12,000 Raise Worth Switching Jobs?
Getting a job offer with a $12,000 raise can feel like an easy “yes.”
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Software Engineers Face Hiring Challenges
Once seen as a guaranteed path to a lucrative career, a computer science degree no longer assures an easy entry into the tech industry.
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Workers Hold Tight to Jobs Amid Uncertainty
A new buzzword is making its way into the workplace vocabulary: “job hugging.” Unlike the post-pandemic era of “job hopping,” where employees sought better pay and perks by moving frequently, today’s workforce is showing signs of digging in and staying put.
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Telling Your Story the Right Way: Standing Out Without Selling Out
As blind people, we often face a frustrating double-bind: We’re constantly asked to talk about our blindness—even when we’d rather focus on the things that matter to us, like our skills, our interests, or our work. At the same time, we feel the burden of having to educate every person we meet. It’s exhausting, and…
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Why the Latest Executive Orders Threaten Blind Americans—And How We Can Fight Back
Recent executive orders are putting accessibility programs and workplace protections for blind and disabled Americans at risk. Learn why this matters, what’s at stake, and how you can take action to protect our rights and financial independence.