Category: The Goodwill Blog

Lack of prior work experience can be a huge hindrance for young people seeking employment. Find out how Goodwill® is working to support the #FirstJob Hiring and Recruiting Compact, a new initiative from the U.S. Departments of Labor and Education, so that youth can gain the skills and experiences needed to advance in their own careers.

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You may have faced weeks and months when it was difficult to make ends meet. With a little planning and some discipline, you can take the guesswork out of paying bills on time and saving for the future.

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I found myself at my lowest point when I lost my father while still in high school. As a result, I felt the burden of needing to step up and fill my father’s shoes by taking care of my mom. Unfortunately, medical issues made this difficult for me to do. Eventually, I was told I was disabled and unable to work so I attempted to get on disability income with no success.

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Direct deposit—or the electronic transfer of your paycheck from your employer directly into your personal checking or savings account—is a smart idea for several reasons.

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When planning your monthly budget, it may seem difficult just to make ends meet, let alone save for emergencies. But life is full of unexpected surprises that can leave you stranded financially.

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When taking control of your finances, it’s helpful to set financial goals to keep you on track and build your confidence. Goals that are S.M.A.R.T.—specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely—lead to greater success.

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Goodwill® recognizes and commemorates National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this October and urges all employers, including the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to hire people with disabilities. As an advocate, you can explore ideas that can be implemented in your workplace and community to raise awareness.

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When you’re in need of an awesome Halloween costume idea, who ya gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS! Super inspired by Evette Rios’s awesome Ghostbusters costumes (#squadgoals), I decided to make my own proton pack. I mean, when one of my favorite childhood movies is rebooted with several of my favorite actresses, what else am I to do? Dress up as a Ghostbuster for Halloween, of course! Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered, too – here’s my secret to creating a DIY proton pack so you can take Halloween by storm this year.

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Part of being financially savvy is knowing the difference between a credit report and your credit score. They are related, but it can be easy to confuse the two, their purpose and their effects on your financial health and goals.

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Each month, the Social Good Blog highlights news and resources on a specific topic. In October, we are discussing best practices related to cause marketing that are beneficial for corporations, nonprofit organizations and the people they serve.

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Thanks to technology, you can manage your money, pay bills and, in some cases, deposit checks from almost anywhere, whenever you think of it. Following a few helpful hints can keep your information and money secure while banking online.

READ MORE from Banking Basics: Manage Your Money Securely with Online Banking

A budget is a smart and easy step toward financial health regardless of where you work or what you earn. Here's how to do it.

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