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3 Creative Ways to Display Photos in Your Home

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

In this social media driven world where we’re constantly sharing quick snapshots of our breakfast, daily commute, or kid’s antics, it can be easy to focus too much on taking the pictures and not enough on displaying or appreciating them. Our lives are on display online these days instead of on the walls, tables, and desks in our homes. But I really believe that’s something we all need to work on! Surrounding ourselves with pictures of loved ones and happy memories can help us all feel inspired and encouraged. So here are three unexpected ways to post pictures that can be enjoyed even without a Wi-Fi connection.

The Time is NOW to Speak Out on the FY 2019 Budget

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

With the passage of the funding agreement a few weeks ago, Congress in now beginning to work on the budget for fiscal year 2019 (FY19). They will start by making decisions on funding levels for many job-training and workforce development programs that many local Goodwill organizations use across the country.

My Story: Meri Tannehill

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

Ask Meri Tannehill what makes her happy and she’ll tell you, “Being a STAR!” and she means that in more ways than one!

Are You an Agile Learner?

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

Just as organizations must evolve to meet changing technologies, employee needs and market demands, leaders must also be flexible and lead their organization through challenges and changes. Being an agile learner doesn't only apply to business. It can also lend itself well to the changing mission landscape and evolving workforce development needs.

Setting Smart Financial Goals

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

When taking control of your finances, it’s helpful to set financial goals to keep you on track and build your confidence—that is, as long as they’re achievable. A simple trick can help you develop goals that are a stretch, but won’t leave you feeling defeated. Goals that are S.M.A.R.T.—specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely—lead to greater success.

Goodwill® in Bloom: Floral Finds for Spring

Posted on March 2, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

Oh, how I wish I could fill my home with fresh blooms all year-round. Every room just feels so cheerful and lively when there are flowers nearby! Well, even if we can’t have constantly refreshed vases on our tables and ever-blooming gardens outside our windows, there are still a lot of ways we can infuse our lives with some botanical beauty. Here are a few projects that thrifters around the country have completed to update their homes with floral finds…

Of Lions and Lambs This March: Where Will Immigration Policy Go in the Next Month?

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

With negotiations, proclamations, Supreme Court declinations and twitterations, Immigration policy and budget talks are going into March like lions, but will they come out like lambs with resolution, or will this back and forth continue?

Empathy as a Key Leadership Skill

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

Bestselling author Seth Godin recently published a blog post about the loud noise in our heads. This noise is our inner monologue and, as Seth says, “It's the only voice that has seen everything we've seen, believes everything we believe. It's the noise that not only criticizes every action of every other person who disagrees with us, but it criticizes their motives as well. And, if we question it, it criticizes us as well.” There’s no doubt that this voice is powerful and sometimes overwhelming. It is the voice we follow when we take action, make decisions and lead. To be good and successful leaders, however, we must quiet our own inner noise and intentionally listen and pay closer attention to the experiences of others.

Conquer the Budget Beast with Planning and Rewards

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

You’ve decided that you need a budget, but where do you start? It may seem overwhelming, but with a bit of planning, you can achieve your financial goals. Whether your goal is to be debt free, build up your emergency savings or save for the future, the first step in having extra money to put toward your goals is taking control of what you spend on a daily basis.

Get the Look for Less: Recreating Trends with Goodwill® Finds

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

There are a lot of reasons why you might not buy that amazing catalog or boutique piece you’re currently obsessed with: As an in-demand item, it could constantly be out-of-stock; perhaps you discovered it on Pinterest a season too late when it’s no longer for sale, or, simple enough, the price tag could just be too steep. Whatever your reasons, don’t forget that you can probably recreate your favorite trends using Goodwill finds.

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