Category: The Goodwill Blog

The desire to improve and enhance your performance at work is not only an admirable professional pursuit but also a great personal mindset to have. Strengthening your ability to conduct daily employment activities has the potential to offer you countless professional benefits. This blog explains these concepts, delves deeper into what areas might warrant more of your focus and expands on how you can apply these reforms or tailor them to fit your unique goals in the workplace.

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Did you know that individuals who complete a Registered Apprenticeship program earn an average of $300,000 more over their careers than those who do not complete an apprenticeship, or that the median return on investment in Registered Apprenticeship for employers is 44.3 percent? For millions of Americans, participation in an apprenticeship program offers a pathway to a rewarding career with good wages.

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If you’re someone who celebrates Thanksgiving, it may seem like it’s all about the food. But it’s also a holiday dedicated to taking the time to appreciate the special people in your life and enjoy a delicious meal together. It’s one of the more casual holidays, too; you can show up to the Thanksgiving table with a sweater and leggings because the food is the star of the show.

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This blog includes ideas, suggestions and general information that might be helpful for former service members looking for employment or who need help navigating the transition back into civilian work life. Veterans are some of the most honorable members of our society. They dedicate their blood, sweat, tears and cherished time with beloved family and friends and also importantly risk their lives to serve our country. Additionally, many people in uniform also face a myriad of challenges when their commitment is over, and they arrive back home.

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Some election results are still being tabulated and there are many unknowns concerning what the outcomes at the federal, state, and local levels will mean for the interests of Goodwill®, the charitable sector, and those we serve. What we do know is that there are several opportunities to raise awareness of Goodwill’s mission, build new relationships and strengthen current ones, and increase our public policy influence.

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If you’re in need of new Thanksgiving ideas, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve probably told you before (so this should come as no surprise) that I love Thanksgiving. It’s hands down the best holiday.

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Within this blog, you’ll learn some of the fundamentals of making a good pitch at work with confidence. If you’re interested in learning more about best practices for influencing change, expressing ideas to your superiors or addressing challenges with which you have unique experience, keep reading.

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We have reached the home stretch in the 2024 general election. On Tuesday, November 5th, voters will elect the 47th president of the United States. In addition to the presidential race, there are elections for 34 U.S. Senate seats, 435 U.S. House of Representatives seats, state legislative races across 44 states, and 11 races for governor, alongside scores of municipal races and ballot initiatives.

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In celebration of Veterans Day, we are proud to share the story of David, a dedicated veteran who made great use of support from Goodwill Industries of South Texas (Corpus Christi). David’s journey highlights the importance of community outreach and the transformative power of a determined veteran.  David discovered Goodwill’s services through outreach for veterans. Eager to learn about the available programs, he sought to establish a partnership between his local office and Goodwill Industries. His goal was to enhance support for veterans in his community. 

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On Tuesday, October 29th Goodwill is joining thousands of nonpartisan organizations nationwide to celebrate Vote Early Day, a civic holiday created to empower Americans to share their voices by casting their ballot before Election Day.

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A disability can refer to any number of mental or physical impairments. Blindness, deafness, autism, post-traumatic stress, and depression are just a few. Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act pertains to employment and ensures that individuals with impairments are not discriminated against during hiring, promotions, pay, training or social activities at work. Additionally, there are other provisions in this federal civil rights law that provide protections regarding transportation accessibility and business infrastructure accommodations.

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Seasonal shopping is more fun when it’s secondhand. Not only can you tap into trending styles for a fraction of the price of a regular retail store, but you can feel good about what’s in your shopping cart knowing that when you shop at Goodwill®, you’re diverting clothes from entering a landfill, while also supporting your local community.

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