by Robert Ordway | Apr 19, 2019 | Op-eds
Reposted from America’s Future, April 19, 2019 In my last article, How to Break into Your New Career, I wrote about my approach to job prospecting and the effort it will take to secure a position. While I noted that informational interviews are the most...
by Robert Ordway | Mar 18, 2019 | Professional Development
Since its launch in 2002, nearly 700 junior staffers have graduated from the program with a firmer grounding in first principles, a better grasp of public policy, and a broader conservative network. Every Friday from mid-February through the end of July, a recognized...
by Robert Ordway | Feb 12, 2019 | Op-eds
Reposted from America’s Future, Feb 12, 2019 I’ve only been in the DMV area for a little over two years (as of this writing) but am frequently asked for advice on how to secure one’s first job. While this piece is by no means a definitive guide, it includes a...
by Robert Ordway | Nov 1, 2018 | Op-eds
Reposted from America’s Future, Nov 1, 2018 Whether you just landed your first job out of college or arrived as a mid-career transplant, moving to the DC area can be a bit overwhelming. There are few places around the world that offers such cultural diversity...
by Robert Ordway | May 16, 2018 | Professional Development
In April of 2017, I applied to the Koch Associate Program and was selected for the class after a few rounds of interviews. This year-long professional development program trains young professions two trademarked programs: ‘Framework for a Free Society’ and...