Every March, I put my hopes and dreams in the hands of college basketball players. My bracket is complete and I'm excited to see which teams make it to the final four (shout out to Rutgers' women for making it to the dance!). It's not just March Madness in the sports world, but it's also March Madness on Capitol Hill.
Category: The Goodwill Blog
Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?”
Among the toughest interview questions is why you are no longer employed. Let’s dive into ways of addressing that question.
How to Deal with Your Debt as a Job Seeker
Most people are in debt from things like credit cards, medical bills, car payments, and mortgages. Although debt is an expected part of our everyday lives, too much debt can create problems for people seeking jobs. Let’s take a look at how having a lot of debt can impact your job search.
Spring Wardrobe Classics You Should Thrift Now
If you’re anything like me, you’re still bundled up and dealing with cold wintery temperatures. But if you’re also like me, you’re probably longing for the days of sunshine and nights with a nice breeze. That’s one of the reasons why spring is my favorite season. Besides the beautiful weather, it’s the perfect time to show off your style and have fun in vibrant colors and prints.
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White House Releases President’s Budget Plan
This week, the White House released President Trump’s budget request to Congress for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020. This document outlines the Administration's spending priorities for the coming fiscal year, including federal programs that support education, workforce training, and human services.
Excel Center South Bend – Congrats Jan ’19 Graduates
The Excel Center is a free Indiana charter high school diploma program with campuses in South Bend, Hammond and Gary. They offer high school classes to achieve a Core 40 diploma. They are a school designed to help adult students excel!
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Five Tips When Approaching Your Boss About a Raise
It’s sweaty palm time: you’re going to ask your boss for a raise. Today I’ll offer five tips to help you put your best foot forward.
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New to Thrifting? How to Shop at Thrift Stores
Do you remember your first time thrifting? The nervousness, the uncertainty -- the thrill? The first trip to Goodwill® is always the start of something great, but it’s been so long since I’ve been a thrift shopper that I sometimes forget that other people might not be. I mean, I’ve literally made it my mission to study thrift culture. So when I recently heard my friend utter the words “I’ve never been to a thrift store before,” I was in shock. I knew I had to introduce her to the awesomeness of thrift life.
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New Workforce Board Outlines Goals and Key Issues
The American Workforce Policy Advisory Board held its first meeting at the White House. Established through an executive order signed by President Trump in 2018, the Board is comprised of leaders from the private sector, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and state governments. The group will provide recommendations to the interagency National Council for the American Worker on ways to promote career education, workforce training, apprenticeships, and other work-based learning opportunities.
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Helms College Equipping Students to Fill the Gap in Middle-Skill Labor Shortage
A report released by the Southern Regional Education Board affirms the value of Helms College’s model of providing a solid knowledge base with experiential learning opportunities to equip students to fill an ever-increasing number of middle-skills jobs. With campuses in Macon and Augusta, Helms College is a private, independent postsecondary career school sponsored by Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia, Inc. and is licensed by the Georgia Non-Public Post-Secondary Education Commission.
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Disabilities and the Job Interview
Interviewing can be a very nerve-racking experience. Aside from answering a lot of employer questions and asking a few of your own, what if you have a delicate topic in your present or past? Should you bring it up? If so, when? And how?
Say Yes to the (Thrifted) Dress
Well now that we’re past the holidays and Valentine’s Day, chances are few of you out there are in wedding planning mode. So let me be the first to tell you-- you’re about to take a wild ride on the sticker shock express. But fear not. Simply put down the bridal magazines and cancel your appointment at the fancy bridal store. Goodwill® is the best place to start.
