I’m occasionally asked about when to follow up after an interview, particularly if nothing definitive was indicated as the interview wound down. Let’s have a closer look at a strategy for ending your interview. I call it, “Ask for the job and keep control.”
Vintage Americana for Independence Day
Happy birthday to our dear ol’ U.S.A.! This year I’ve been eyeing weathered and worn decor and clothing choices that remind me of our country’s history. One thing that I love about shopping at Goodwill is the surprise of stumbling upon items from eras past. It’s entirely possible that I could find something over a hundred years old while thrifting and the magic of that drives my curiosity. Although the finds we’re looking at today aren’t actually that old, it’s still fun to take a quick walk down memory lane with these Americana-inspired pieces.
Celebrating the Class of 2018
It’s graduation season, a rite of passage for students around the country. In my own family, my five year old niece graduated from pre-school, my eighteen year old cousin graduated from high school, and my thirty nine year old brother graduated from his plumbing apprenticeship program. Within the Goodwill® network, hundreds of graduates are exiting the Excel Center, an alternative adult high school started by Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana, Inc. in Indianapolis, Indiana and now replicated in around the country.
My Story: Jason Norris
When I was young, my parents were plagued by addiction and I had to live with my grandparents. I was 17 years old and was working for my grandfather’s landscaping company until I became a father. Unfortunately, I acted immaturely and decided to supplement my income with drug dealing. From 1999 to 2008, I was
Fun in the Sun: 3 DIY Projects to Kick Off Your Summer!
Now that summer is officially here, it’s the perfect time to get out, enjoy the weather and let your creativity sizzle in the sunshine! To help you get started, here is a list of summery ideas that are sure to inspire you. DIY Bee & Butterfly Bath Craft a sipping station for your flying neighborhood pollinators with a
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Should I Take a Job Through A Staffing Agency?
My job seeking clients ask lots of questions about recruiting firms and staffing agencies. In future blogs I’ll explain some of their differences and help you try to identify firms better positioned to help you. Today I’ll cover the specific question about whether you should accept a position through an agency. I hope to provide some background so you can make a more informed decision.
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Simple Summer Top DIY
Summer is such a fun time for fashion. You can get playful with your style by including cute patterns, textures, and colors in the clothing and accessories you wear and somehow it seems really natural. I’ve been especially loving all of the bell sleeves and fun trim ideas that I’m seeing in boutique stores these days (or, let’s be honest…in online stores), but I realized that the things I love most about these pieces are the embellishments. And, thankfully, those are super easy to add to Goodwill shirts for a fraction of the price. So why not do it myself? With summer style on my mind, I quickly went out thrifting for supplies!
The Value of Advocating for our Values
When Reverend Edgar Helms founded what became Goodwill Industries® at the turn of the century, many of the families he served in south Boston were immigrants. For decades, many local Goodwill organizations have supported immigrants as they integrate into their new communities.
Embracing Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Diversity and inclusion has become a very important topic over the years. It encompasses a variety of themes that are focused on respecting and valorizing one another regardless ethnicity, religion, race, and cultural differences. The importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace brings benefits not only for the company, but also for its employees.
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Resume Tips (Part 2 of 2)
Back again for another look at some general resume do’s and don’ts. I’m often asked – or told – “Resumes have changed so much over the years. What to I need to do the make it past the software that’ll screen me out?”
