Beat the Bots: A step-by-step resume guide
How can you create a resume that will land you an interview? The job market is moving towards the world of AI and automation, and what does this mean for…
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SOAR Launches EKY Remote Project, Driving Growth and Community Revitalization in Eastern Kentucky
Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) announced today the latest progress report on its EKY Remote Project, a groundbreaking initiative designed to attract remote workers to Eastern Kentucky and stimulate communities…
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Ditch the Competition: 5 Reasons the EKY Job Board is the Ultimate Shortcut to Landing a Remote Job
Does it feel impossible to get a remote job while competing with thousands of others, let alone the chance to land an interview? Yeah, we’ve all been there, and it…
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Lost Important Documents in the Flood? Here’s How to Replace Them
If you lost important documents in the recent floods, you’re not alone. Replacing things like IDs, insurance papers, and birth certificates can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to help. Below…
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How to Fund Your Startup: Finding the Right Path for Your Business
Starting and growing a business isn’t just about having a great idea—it’s about having the resources and funding to bring that idea to life. But let’s be real—figuring out how…
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SOAR Receives $15,000 Grant from Truist Charitable Fund to Boost Workforce Development in Eastern Kentucky
Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR) is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Truist Charitable Fund, a donor-advised fund administered by The Winston-Salem Foundation. This…
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Welcoming Rick West as SOAR Innovation’s Entrepreneur in Residence
At SOAR Innovation, we help founders start, grow, and scale, providing the mentorship, resources, and connections necessary to build thriving businesses in Eastern Kentucky. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce…
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Join our team as we empower entrepreneurs in EKY
SOAR’s Social Enterprise Accelerator (SEA) Program is designed to support, connect, and empower entrepreneurs across the Eastern Kentucky region. It focuses on businesses that tackle key regional challenges like childcare,…
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From Library Shelves to Remote Success: How SOAR’s Code Kentucky Program Opened New Doors
For nearly two decades, Allison Chandler, a dedicated librarian, spent her days organizing books and assisting patrons. But a desire for change and a passion for learning led her to…
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Breaking Into Tech: Robert Shepherd’s Journey from Healthcare to Web Development with SOAR’s Code Kentucky Tech Training Program
At SOAR’s Code Kentucky Tech Training Program, we celebrate stories of transformation and success, like Robert Shepherd’s inspiring career pivot from healthcare to web development. As a graduate of SOAR’s…
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