My Story: Latrisha Fisher
November 3, 2009 |
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It was October of 2006 when I first came to Goodwill. I had just left my previous job in June. I wanted another job and I didn’t know how to go about getting one. I was very overwhelmed, working nights and having to take care of my daughter during the day.
The process at Goodwill started with just a simple application. I received a phone call from Marisa Rodriguez, my placement specialist, to meet with her in her office. We did everything from listing the type of work experience I had to what jobs I would like to do. Marisa and I met weekly to go over job leads and fill out applications.
I was a few months pregnant with my second daughter, so that made my job search harder. But it didn’t stop me from pushing myself and getting the most out of Goodwill.
Latrisha Fisher assists a caller at Austin Travis County Integral Care.
I continued to meet with Marisa every week and apply for jobs. After I gave birth, I took a few weeks to care for my daughter and get situated so that I could get back to my job search through Goodwill.
The last thing Marisa and I worked on was perfecting my résumé. I submitted an application through Austin Travis County Integral Care and it was my résumé alone that got me an interview. Three days later I was scheduled for orientation.
To this day I’ve been employed with my agency for 22 months and I love it! I really like my job and I enjoy the work environment.
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You definitely cannot underestimate the importance of a well-composed resume. Your persistence through the job search seems to have paid off — and that can be the hardest part. Well done
Latrisha: Managing a job and a family at the same time can be difficult–making your success all the more extraordinary. I’m happy to see your hard work has paid off–you’re setting a wonderful example for your daughters!
That is wonderful that it all worked out for the better? Congradulations on the baby girl and the new job it looks like you love it there keep up the great work…
Sincerely yours: Mrs. Williams