“Individual commitment to a group effort–that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.” –Vince Lombard   The importance of teamwork today is something that cannot be overstated. Teams exist in a broad spectrum of environments. You will find teams functioning in business whether working remotely or in […]

Countless books and articles have been written on the subject of success. Many of them entice readers by teasing that they have the “Secrets of Success”. However, if we are honest with ourselves, most of us would confess that we know what it takes to succeed in virtually any endeavor. There is no “secret” to […]

At the time of this post our country is in a very interesting place; a crossroads if you will. We are still in the midst of the COVID19 pandemic, but in addition to that, in reaction to the death of George Floyd at the hands of police, protest against systemic racism, police brutality, and social […]

Another Greater Paterson Student Achieving at high levels!

When Jazmin Oquendo arrived at the Greater Paterson OIC, she came with a plan.

Another Greater Paterson student achieving at high levels has earned certifications in...

The challenges of single parenthood are well-known and widely documented. The impact of being a single parent effects people differently. For some it’s an excuse for underachieving and accepting a life of mediocracy. For others it can be a motivator to face the challenges and advance towards building the type of life desired. Chantel Cuavers is an example of the latter.

The great race car driver Mario Andretti is quoted as saying, “Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal - a commitment to excellence - that will enable you to attain the success you seek.”This quote sums up Ms. Jennifer Nunez nicely.

Congratulations & Best Wishes! GPOIC's 2018 student achievement award recipient, Valicia Simon, is now gainfully employed and working in the field of finance for Passaic County.

One of the things we enjoy most in our work at GPOIC is the opportunity to meet a range of interesting, talented, and motivated people; One such person is Kenneth Weston. Ken is one of the most gifted individuals we’ve had come through our organization. What we appreciate most is his ability to bounce back […]

I came to Greater Paterson OIC, applied what was taught and now I am happily employed. Welder – 2017

Routines that help you succeed! The most successful people I know make navigating business and life look easy, often because they have their crap together more than most people.