As summer draws to a close, beach days turn into back to school shopping as a new school year approaches. The anticipation of starting another year of classroom learning can cause mixed emotions, for both children and parents. Some children may look forward to seeing friends more regularly, while others may feel more wary about saying goodbye to a summer of fun and returning to a structured learning environment. Either way, as a parent, there are many ways to help your child reignite their love for learning.
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Start or Advance Your Career With Stackable Google Career Certificates: Google Business Certificates
In part 3 of our blog series on stackable credentials, we will delve deeper into the world of stackable credentials with an overview of Google’s Business certificate programs. Business stackable credentials have become prevalent as individuals seek to enhance their skills to enter or advance their careers in the industry. Google's five business certificate programs include: Google Project Management, Google Digital Marketing & E-Commerce, Google Data Analytics, Google Business Intelligence, and Google Advanced Data Analytics. This blog will provide an overview of these five certificates and best practices for completion. Join us for part 3 of this 3-part blog series as we further explore the stackable credential world and see how they can be essential to new opportunities.
CHIPS Act Anniversary Spotlights Good Jobs and Workforce Partnerships
This week marks the first anniversary of the signing of the CHIPS and Science Act, the bipartisan legislation that invests in domestic semiconductor research, development, and manufacturing to promote America’s global competitiveness. The law also seeks to create job opportunities in high-growth industries and upskill workers to meet the demand.
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Preparing and Implementing Effective Interviewing Strategies for Justice-Involved Citizens
This blog covers interview strategies that are beneficial to formerly incarcerated individuals. It can be daunting to think about ways in which to discuss highly stigmatized realities like past imprisonment, but it is not impossible. Being introspective and prepared can both help you to identify creative ways to share these hard truths in a way that won’t hurt your chances of getting hired. To learn more, keep reading.
My Story: Julian
On January 10, 2022, Julian enrolled in a program that changed his life. “Before I came to Goodwill, I hadn’t been on a good path and I hadn’t held a job. I got out of prison and didn’t have a plan,” Julian said. In March, Julian began a six-week CDL certification through a partnership with Michigan Works. Shortly following Julian’s successful completion of the CDL certification, he was offered a job position.
Tell Congress to Protect Workforce Development Funding
As Congress enters the August recess, Members have a limited window to pass critical fiscal year 2024 (FY24) appropriations bills before the September 30th deadline. However, significant disagreements between the House and Senate on funding levels are putting the future of essential programs of importance to Goodwill and the people we serve in jeopardy.
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Securing a Bright Career Future: 10 Key Factors to Consider
There are many factors to consider when embarking on a new career path or job search. Considering your needs, priorities, and motivations is essential to this process. This blog will review 10 key factors to help you conduct thorough research and consider long-term career goals to make informed decisions with the goal of a bright future.
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Gen Z Trends That Make Back To College Shopping At Goodwill A Breeze
The countdown to back to college is on, which means there’s only a few weeks left to create the ultimate back to school wardrobe. There’s something so fun about the start of a new school year. The opportunities feel endless, there’s excitement about being in the same place with your friends again, and of course for getting you one step closer to reaching your academic and professional goals.
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Senate Committee Approves Workforce Funding Bill
This week, the Senate Appropriations Committee voted to advance its Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill. The annual spending measure proposes funding levels for many of the federal workforce development programs that help support the training and employment services offered by local Goodwill® organizations.
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Back to School Shopping: Thrifted Finds to Make Your Dorm Room Feel Like Home
Heading off to college is a major milestone. For those who have the opportunity to live on campus, the school year can mean leaving family and friends in your hometown and heading off into the world of the unknown. Especially for freshman, the first few weeks of the school year can be an exciting and nerve-wracking time.
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Administration Launches Workforce Hubs
Initially announced by First Lady Jill Biden in May at an invite only event attended by Goodwill Industries International, the Biden administration has begun hosting kickoff events for Workforce Hub cities. The hubs will bring together employers, labor, worker groups, community colleges, k-12, NGOs, and local governments to create new sectoral partnerships to scale quality training pathways to ensure a diverse and skilled workforce can meet the demand for labor. The first five hubs include: Baltimore, MD; Phoenix, AZ; Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; and Augusta, GA. There are plans to replicate the work with partners across the country.
Diving In: How Second-Hand Summer Reading Inspiration Can Make an Impact
With beach and park season upon us, basking in the sun with a good book is a given. There’s no better time to dive into the world of books and restart a love of reading than the summer, where relaxation suddenly seems that much more possible. Through the magic of second-hand books, you can embark on your summer reading journey in the most affordable way – letting you immerse yourself in captivating stories and travel through the pages, while saving for that weekend getaway you’ve been thinking about.
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