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In 1962, Stephanie 'Steve' Shirley created a software company when the concept of software barely existed. Freelance Programmers employed women to work on complex projects such as Concorde's black box recorder from the comfort of their own homes. Shirley empowered a generation of women in technology, giving them unheard of freedom to choose their own hours and manage their own workloads. The business thrived, and Shirley gradually transferred ownership to her staff, creating 70 millionaires in the process.

What defines a refugee, in spirit and substance? What are the qualities and characteristics of those who have fled their native lands, under threat of death and persecution, to start a new life? What do leaders and investors need to know in order to facilitate better business decisions and increased social sensibility? Intent on changing perceptions and redirecting misunderstandings, The Refugee Advantage offers a research-based yet personal insight, challenging misconceptions surrounding refugees by showcasing them as the accomplished business owners and community contributors they truly are.

Lorsque les difficultés et les deuils de la vie sont accablants, existe-t-il un lieu quelque part pour retrouver la sécurité, la plénitude et la paix auxquelles nous aspirons ? La plupart d'entre nous sommes conditionnés à réagir par nos peurs et l'incompréhension par le jugement, le contrôle, les comportements addictifs, et la colère. Tara Brach, enseigne une autre possibilité peu importe la façon de notre ressentit, nous pouvons prendre refuge dans l'instant présent et l'amour.

Are you tired of looking for productive, loyal employees in an era of chronic talent shortages? Do you want to know how innovative businesses successfully recruit and retain refugees with limited English, the formerly incarcerated, and people with disabilities? Hidden Talent shows how ten companies, from a global tech firm and a major hospital to a small painting company, effectively invest in this marginalized and routinely overlooked talent—and the practical lessons they have learned on that journey.

Refugee Workforce weaves dynamic stories of refugees and the companies who have engaged them with hard facts to provide listeners with a compelling case for hiring refugees in the American workplace. Refugee Workforce was born out of the experience of launching a staffing company serving resettled refugees in Clarkston, GA.

The Refugee Portal Podcast shines a light on the stories and lives of refugees as well as the issues surrounding the global refugee crisis.

Cyrus Jaffery has been on the move for as long as he can remember, rarely pausing to reflect. As a child, he was forced into exile and had to learn his own way, first in Pakistan and then the United States. After college, he was swept up in the whirlwind of marriage, starting a family, forming a business, and ceaselessly working to grow his personal and professional endeavors. In the process of writing this book, Cyrus realized that what keeps him moving is a hunger to make a difference, to be counted, to be part of something bigger than himself.

L’entreprenariat est une aventure collective, trop souvent effacée derrière le mythe d’un destin individuel exceptionnel. Et si l’exception, c’était justement cette capacité à construire et animer ce collectif ? Au Refuge, c’est le podcast qui donne la parole aux chef·fes d’entreprises “premiers de cordée” : quel a été leur parcours, quels obstacles ont-ils eu à dépasser, où en sont-ils aujourd’hui ? “Au Refuge”, nous les invitons à faire une halte dans leur ascension, pour partager leur aventure. 🗻🔥 Au Refuge est un podcast produit et réalisé par ...

Former Ethiopian refugee Yonas Hagos shares his amazing story about his plight in Ethiopia, his emigration to the US, and the business journey he took to become the owner of dozens of restaurant franchises. From Scrappy to Self-Made describes how Hagos beat all the odds to become the owner of more than four dozen restaurant franchises that have earned him $10 million, and counting.

There are nearly 80 million forcibly displaced people around the world, the highest levels of displacement ever recorded. With these record-high numbers, it is more important than ever before to learn about refugees and get involved any way we can. Redefining Refugee is a podcast by Gators for Refugee Medical Relief (GRMR). GRMR is a non-profit organization at the University of Florida, led by students passionate about the refugee crisis and dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of refugees, locally and abroad. Join us as we speak with special guests to learn more about the ...

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