White House Announces FY25 Budget Plan

As lawmakers on Capitol Hill continue their work to finalize federal funding for the current fiscal year, the Biden Administration is pushing forward with its plans for FY25 funding with the release of the President’s annual budget request to Congress. The White House touted the $7.3 trillion budget plan as a continuation of the Administration’s efforts to lower costs for families, protect and strengthen Medicare and Social Security, and reduce the budget deficit by $3 trillion over the next ten years.

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2024 State of the Union Recap

President Biden recently delivered his State of the Union remarks before Congress. Among the special guests invited to attend the speech was Ariel Clarke who works as a Senate custodian through Goodwill of Greater Washington’s participation in the AbilityOne program. AbilityOne empowers nonprofit organizations, including many local Goodwill® organizations, to provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities to deliver a range of contract business services to government agencies. 

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Beyond Nerves: How to Achieve Interview Confidence (Interview Best Practices)

Let’s face it: job interviews can be a massive source of anxiety. I’ve experienced this first-hand and have coached many individuals in overcoming this anxiety. There is pressure to present ourselves in the best light while still remaining authentic and relaxed. Fear not! This blog post will guide you through how to transform those nerves into confidence so you can nail your next interview.

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How to Embrace a Clutter-Free New Year to Make Room for New Opportunities in 2024

Are you hoping to beat the clutter in 2024? There’s something special about those moments in which we can truly start fresh. This time of year is when we reflect on what has worked and what hasn’t and turn those insights into a new perspective. Decluttering what no longer serves you creates more than just extra space; it creates room for new opportunities.

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Leap into Advocacy

It is a leap year which means we have an extra day on the calendar. Congress is grateful as it gives them another day to negotiate fiscal year deadlines and avoid a government shutdown.

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Career Technical Education Preparing Students for Success

For more than 12 million secondary and postsecondary students across the country, career and technical education (CTE) programs provide pathways to continued education and good jobs. Programs of study in CTE combine academic instruction with hands-on learning and occupational skills training for careers in in-demand fields like health care and information technology.

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Setting Goals in 2024: A Few Helpful Tips

This blog covers why and how to set goals — and how to be successful in achieving them. To learn more about creating and sticking to new plans, keep reading.

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My Goodwill Story: Jennifer

Ambition, resilience and the determination to overcome challenges define Jennifer's journey toward a brighter future. Jennifer, an ecommerce associate at Goodwill Industries of the Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (Greenville), has faced obstacles that could have hindered her progress. However, her story is a testament to the transformative power of perseverance and the support provided by Goodwill® programs like Careers Plus. 

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2024 State of the States Highlights

More than half of the governors of states, territories and commonwealths have outlined their priorities for 2024 in state of the state or commonwealth addresses, as well as inaugural addresses for new and re-elected governors, with several more anticipated over the next few weeks. The nation’s governors are nearly evenly split between the two parties, with 27 Republicans and 23 Democrats holding office as of January 8, 2024. Eleven states will hold gubernatorial elections this year. Read more about the themes of interest to Goodwill and the people we serve.

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Goodwill® is a One-Stop-Shop for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, a day to celebrate love — whether for others, yourself or both. While it can be easy to get last-minute gifts — cue the cliche chocolate, flowers and card combination — it can mean even more to put a little bit of extra thought into it. If you’re looking for unique, budget-friendly gifts that can help you express your love for someone, check out your favorite Goodwill® store. Don’t forget to pick up a festive, thrifted outfit while you’re there!

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Remote Work: The Good, the Bad and How to Find What You’re Looking For

The world of work has transformed rapidly in the last three years. The COVID-19 pandemic served as an unexpected remote work experiment worldwide. Many employers discovered that on-site presence was not always necessary for productivity.

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Congress Approves Federal Funding Extension

Congress averted a partial government shutdown again, and this time we have mother nature to thank in part. With a snowstorm in the DC area impacting lawmakers’ ability to return home, the Senate and House passed a stopgap funding measure on the same day, pushing the January 19 and February 2 shutdown deadlines to March 1 and 8.  

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