Thrift shopping isn’t just about trinkets and tote bags. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut going to the same sections of the store that you always visit, but there are some really BIG Goodwill® finds that might fit into your life in surprising ways.
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Congress Returns to a Lengthy To-Do List
After breaking for its Easter and Passover recess, Congress returns back to Washington D.C. next week to a full plate of legislative items, including some urgent must-pass legislation.
The Difference between Developing Hard Skills and Soft Skills
Hard skills and soft skills are both vital to your career success, but training for each type is completely different. Here are ways to think about soft skills as something to develop, and how you can develop them.
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3 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Environmental Impact
Extending the life of used objects to help the environment is one of our missions. And that goes for textiles, glassware, and almost any other used objects you can think of. This week, we give you three easy ways to reduce your environmental impact.
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Honoring Members of Congress Fighting for Employment
Goodwill Industries International (GII) honored seven members of Congress and the President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Arkansas, Inc. (Little Rock) with the nonprofit’s annual advocacy awards. The awards identify efforts to advance the nonprofit organization’s mission of helping people build careers and gain employment.
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The Wonder and "Horror" of the Fashion Industry
Do you consciously get dressed knowing what you are wearing? Several years ago, Dr. Christina Dean, founder and CEO of Redress, an NGO working to reduce waste in the fashion industry, posed this question. Her message on reuse and sustainability in retail is still just as relevant today. Dean describes the industry as both “wonderful” and “horrific.”
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Interviewing 101: Dressing for Success
First impressions matter. Before you head out to your next interview, spend time thinking about what you’ll wear. These guidelines will help you choose just the right attire for your interview.
Getting Organized: The 3 Biggest Maintenance Mistakes
Getting organized is one thing, but staying organized is quite another! Here are three of the biggest mistakes I see people making as they organize any space, whether it is a closet, kitchen, laundry room, garage or bedroom.
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Spring Has Sprung! Rejuvenate Your Look with Fresh Finds at Goodwill®
Each new season is a chance for a refresh and, like the world outside that is bursting with buds and blooms, a colorful revamp can rejuvenate your home on the inside, too. With Easter right around the corner, here are some new springtime ideas for your halls, walls and wardrobe, too.
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10 Years of Goodwill® On the Hill
On April 6th, 125 Goodwill advocates, including CEOs, staff, board members and program participants, met with half of Congress as part of the 10th anniversary of Goodwill on the Hill to talk about Goodwill’s efforts to help people find good paying careers. Join your voice with theirs to send a strong message to Congress that you want to keep America working.
Goodwill® Aims to 'Use Less, Serve More'
Goodwill Industries International (GII) and the Goodwill network have had a long history of environmental sustainability. Since its inception in 1902, GII has focused on recycling and reuse. We focus on the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) of people, planet and prosperity. There are a number of Goodwills across North America who have taken actions that align with the triple bottom line.
Keywords in Your Résumé Get Recruiters’ Attention
Searching for a job is hard work. There are so many people submitting résumés to online job boards. How can you possibly stand out from the crowd? It helps to know how recruiters narrow their choices. Here are some tips.
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