“On A Mission” showcases leaders who are going the extra mile each and every day. Each of the people we interview is on a mission to serve, inspire and educate. Our hosts highlight their impact and explore what motivates, engages and fulfills individuals and teams to be more productive, more effective, better at what they do, and happier to do it. Today our host, Beth Tate, spoke with Jada Lane.
Jada Lane
CEO of Prestige Workforce
Website Address: https://www.prestigeworkforce.org
Short company description:
We help individuals with disabilities and veterans prepare for, find, and maintain meaningful employment. We connect job-ready candidates with employers while providing the coaching and support they need to build successful, lasting careers.
What was the biggest obstacle you had to overcome in your business?
Wearing all of the hats and maintaining stability.
What is the most important lesson you’ve learned over your career?
To think outside the box with every situation.
What nonprofit do you have a heart for and how do you support it?
Prestige Workforce; support the mission by bringing awareness to the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities
What about your company makes you the most proud
Being able to assist individuals with being financially independent
How do you motivate people to give their best?
I encourage them by giving an uplifting word and help them to realize how special they are.
What are your company’s strengths?
We ensure all clients are valued and respected on their jobs
Who in the industry inspires you and why?
Janice Bryant Howroyd is Founder and CEO of the largest privately-held, woman and minority owned workforce
What is the most enjoyable part of what you do?
Watching my clients become financially independent.
