Traditional schooling isn’t always the right option for students. This was true for Gunner Pemberton, who was referred to Goodwill® to obtain his GED.
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Online Learning Opportunities Available at No Cost to You
As we adjust to staying at home, now is a great time to build our skills so we can return to work and advance our careers. Goodwill® is working to bring virtual job training to your home. Check out these resources, and let the learning begin!
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9 Tips to Ace Your Phone Interviews
Job hunting is a long and tricky process. You’ve reached out to countless companies, uploaded dozens of personalized cover letters and résumés and, low and behold, you finally landed the initial phone interview!
The Culture We’ve Been Looking For
A few years ago I wrote a blog about why Goodwill® needs a lobbyist. I talked about our public policy priorities, the work of our government relations team, and the role that advocates can play.
Thanks to YOU, Congress Provides Emergency Relief to Nonprofits
After days of marathon negotiations, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the largest emergency aid package in U.S. history.
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ACTION ALERT: Nonprofits Need Your Help
As the COVID-19 pandemic deepens, America’s charities are frontline responders, providing both direct employment and vital services to those in need. Times like this are when America relies on charitable nonprofits the most.
Three Things to Bring to an Interview
Interviews are your chance to demonstrate you are the best candidate for an employer’s opening. Being prepared for the interview is essential.
COVID-19 and Congress
From schools to sporting events to conferences and the halls of Congress, the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is impacting everyone, and nonprofits are no exception. Nonprofit service providers, like local Goodwill® organizations around the country, are on the frontlines assisting those impacted while also having to address their own employees and business continuity plans.
Goodwill of Western Missouri and Eastern Kansas Launches New Initiative to Train Employees in Artificial Intelligence
The future is here. Many sectors including automotive, manufacturing, health care, finance and fashion are utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, automation and augmentation to meet production, inventory and distribution challenges.
What Do Interviewers Really Want to Know?
Hiring personnel – whether human resources or manager - want to know who is the best candidate for their opening. How do they make their final selection, especially when there are a number of qualified candidates?
How Daylight Savings Time Can Help Save Room in Your Wardrobe and Time In Your Day
For me, turning the clocks back an hour means more than just another hour of daylight. It’s the symbol that spring has sprung, the end of one season and the start of another. It’s also one of those days that I like to use as a reminder to take a step back and look at the things in my life, trying to see what needs work or a little refresh.
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House Committee Rolls Out Apprenticeship Plan
The House Education and Labor Committee recently put forward a draft proposal to revamp the National Apprenticeship Act—a 1937 law that established the national Registered Apprenticeship system.
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