Madison from Miami, FL, asks, “I’m having zero luck applying for jobs through regular job sites. I’m thinking I need to try something new. Should I try to do something on social media?”
Category: The Goodwill Blog
‘All Thrifty States’ Comes to the East Coast with Goodwill Industries® as Educational Partner
Jenna Isaacson—independent visual journalist, Goodwill® blogger and lover of all things thrift—recently left Washington, DC, on a thrifting expedition for her documentary photo project All Thrifty States: A Visual Journey through America’s Collective Closets. Goodwill Industries is an educational partner and sponsor of the project and upcoming book that demonstrate how purchasing used items is not only environmentally friendly, but a healthy alternative to the consumerism that has pushed Americans’ spending habits to the max.
My Story: Faith Weaver
Faith, who has a musculoskeletal birth defect, had been looking for full-time work for five years when she came to Goodwill. After completing vocational rehabilitation training, she was hired full-time as an administrative assistant and now dreams of going back to school and owning her own business.
Give Old Furniture a New Life with Fabric and Mod Podge
So, you thrifted a piece of furniture that you love, but it needs a serious facelift. If the size, design, and functionality are perfect for your needs, but the unfinished or outdated surface could use a little work, here’s an idea for you: add fabric instead of paint! This is such a fun way to
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Project Declutter: Spring Cleaning Challenge!
What if a magazine sent a professional organizer to your home for a huge makeover? This April’s issue of Woman’s Day kicked off the first in a four-part series called “Project Declutter.” I worked with two families, one in Illinois and one in Michigan, and we tackled their closets, kitchens, home offices and other trouble spots. I’m so excited to share the results!
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America’s Budget Process: A Return to Normalcy?
In 1920, presidential candidate Warren Harding campaigned on a “return to normalcy” promise after the end of World War I, a war that unhinged most of Europe from aristocratic rule and left many more people disillusioned. After the calamity of the Great Recession of 2008-2011, many Americans also became disillusioned with their government. What Americans needed was for their elected leaders to work together to right the ship of state. What they got instead were constant ideological battles, an inability or unwillingness to work together, and threats of government defaults, shutdowns and sequesters. But this year Congress might have finally woken up and listened.
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Advance Your Career by Conducting an Informational Interview
Arjuli from Roanoke, VA, asks,"I really want to work for this company in my town, but they don't have any job or volunteer opportunities available. What can I do?"
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Atlanta High School Students Showcase Thrifted Fashions through ‘Prom Remixed’ Essay Contest
Goodwill of North Georgia recently teamed up with fashion blog The2econdFloor.com to hold a Prom Remixed Essay Contest for students at Grayson High School in Loganville, GA. Three students won the contest after writing a 500-word essay about their view on incorporating used and/or repurposed clothing into their personal style.
My Story: Dwayne Hodges
After his release following nine years in prison, Dwayne didn't know how he was going to find a job and gain independence with his record. Goodwill gave him a chance and took away his anxiety about reentering the workforce. He says, "Thank you, Goodwill, for helping me regain me."
Hold a Baby Shower on a Budget with Items from Goodwill®
I love showers! Baby showers, wedding showers and April showers (because they bring May flowers!). So when I realized that one of my dearest friends, Robyn, didn't have a plan for a baby shower, I sprang into action enlisting the help of my craftiest friends to create a shower for her that she would never forget.
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Congressional Job Training Debate Focuses on a False Choice
The editorial page of this Sunday’s Washington Post featured the article, “Congress debates the future of job-training program.” Rather than presenting a refreshing and balanced perspective on an important, yet long-delayed, piece of legislation, the editorial rehashed an old partisan debate over a false choice: Should the nation’s network of job training programs be consolidated or not?
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Dealing with Disappointment at Work? It’s All in Your Head
Katarina from Savannah, GA, asks, “I just found out that I didn’t get a promotion I was really hoping for. I’m so frustrated and angry! How am I going to get past this and keep working with these people?”
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