A common question that job seekers have is why they do not hear back from companies or recruiters after a job application or interview. Let’s explore some scenarios to get a sense of what’s happening on the other side of the hiring table.
Category: The Goodwill Blog
Goodwill® Valentine’s Date Night
Like a lot of parents of young kids, we don’t get out a whole lot. When you’re on a tight budget that includes monthly childcare that costs more than your mortgage, it’s hard to justify hiring a sitter for just about anything. But as Valentine’s Day approaches and cold, wintry nights take hold, we decided to made an exception to our normal rule.
Introducing Our New and Improved Legislative Action Center!
This year is an election year, resulting in a shorter legislative calendar for Congress so that lawmakers can have ample time on the campaign trail. This means in order to gain lawmakers’ attentions and for policies to get pushed through this year, advocates must be smarter in their efforts.
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About Recruiters, Part Two
In part two of our four-part series on recruiting, let’s explore the advantage of external recruiters to both the job seeker and employer.
Express Your Love This Valentine’s Day With A Creative Gift From Goodwill®
Did you know that 56% of Americans would enjoy receiving second hand gifts? According to this survey, there has been an uptick in fashion waste awareness, especially in older millennials, who fall under the category of welcoming the idea of giving and getting a thrifted present.
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National Mentoring Month
January is National Mentoring Month. I’ve been fortunate to have a number of mentors in my life including family, teachers, friends and colleagues who have all helped me advance in my career, overcome challenges or provided another perspective on something I may have been struggling with.
GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS AND RAINIER REGION OFFERS GED TEST PREP CLASSES FOR YOUTH TO PREPARE FOR GED TESTS
Over the last several months, students in Longview, WA, have learned the power of perseverance. Goodwill of the Olympics and Rainier Region offers GED test prep classes for youth and adults to prepare for GED tests.
Achieving Your Financial Goals With Goodwill®
After the flurry of the New Year, with family gatherings and breaks from school winding down, we’re given a few moments to reflect on all that happened in 2019 and how we can make 2020 an even better year.
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State Policy Priorities
Nearly every state legislature – with the exception of Texas, North Dakota, Montana and Nevada – will be holding a legislative session this year, and the vast majority of them are convening this month.
About Recruiters, Part One
Job hunters may wonder about recruiters. Today, in the first of a series, we will explore some common industry terms.
‘Tis the season to upgrade!
'Tis the season of upgrading to downgrades! Yes, it’s January! The holidays are over now (insert sigh of relief here) and like many people, the onslaught of stuff and relief that it’s FINALLY over has put me squarely in purge mode. Lots of us are. This is exactly why January thrifting may be my favorite time of year.
The Short Year Ahead for Congress
An election year can be a difficult one for Congress to accomplish a lot, given a shortened legislative calendar to provide lawmakers with ample time to be on the campaign trail.
