Raise your hand if you’re too busy to build an elaborate Halloween costume this year (I know I am)! Or maybe you did have time to put together one great ensemble, but you’ve got multiple events on your calendar and can’t re-wear the same thing. Don’t worry—we’re ready to help! Here’s one quick and easy nod to All Hallows’ Eve that could be a festive fit for work or school: A cross-stitched skull tee-shirt.
“…By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes!” It’s almost October which means that ghouls and goblins are stirring about, plotting their approach. Whether the costume you’re planning needs a little extra protection or you just love that witchy look, we’re here today to inspire a little creativity in the form of an alluring charm.
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Brandy is a prime example of the good that can erupt from perseverance. After finding herself living with her two kids in low-income housing, Brandy realized that she needed help and reached out to her local Goodwill® for support. Her determination and commitment to hard work have changed her life and helped her succeed.
The National Employ Older Worker Week (NEOWW) is celebrated the last full week in September each year. This is a great time for employers to be reminded about the value of their older workers and to celebrate the wealth of experience and expertise that older workers contribute to the success of America’s businesses.
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It’s true that some seniors are having a hard time finding work, but don’t get discouraged! Many companies are starting to recognize the value of hiring from the motivated, talented and largely untapped pool of older workers. While a lot of job search advice applies to workers of all ages, there are some tips you’ll want to pay special attention to as a senior.
I love this time of year! It’s so fun to create a haunting mood in my home with eerie decor, spooky tunes, and so. many. candles. The potion station I’m building today could serve as the perfect spot to put out candy for trick-or-treaters or to set a mood in the entry way of your home during a Halloween party. Here are some tips for making an authentic looking apothecary!
Each year during the last full week in September, the US Department of Labor (DOL) and the workforce development community celebrates older workers by marketing their value and continual contribution to today’s workforce. Last year, local Goodwill organizations collectively provided job-training and employment services to nearly 230,000 older workers – age 55 and over.
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During National Employ Older Workers Week, one question is at the forefront of my mind. Why should employers hire older workers? There are many reasons. Here are just a few of them.
Media coverage on the American economy paints a bleak picture for unemployed Americans, especially older job seekers. Talented workers have been laid off and now exceed the number of job openings, making the competition for jobs fierce. In today’s economy, your job hunt will take longer than ever before. If you’re an older worker looking for a new career, consider the following strategies to get ahead of your competition and gain employment.
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