Goodwill spends "Tech Week" celebrating the successes from the Careers in Technology program and working to find innovative ways to bridge the skills gap in IT with the first Goodwill CareerTECH IT Incubator.
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How Effective Are You in Managing Diversity? Based on thousands of employee interviews, Gallup identified a list of 10 questions that, when asked of employees, indicate how inclusive a company is and how effective it is at managing diversity.
There are three main types of résumés: chronological, functional and combination. While all contain the same basic elements, they play to different strengths and work experience. Use this advice to use each type in the right situation.
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After realizing that she was no longer going to let being deaf define her for the rest of her life, Socorro found the self-confidence and willpower with the help of Goodwill of North Georgia to become the product merchandising team lead at Big Lots.
Who’s ready for the new Spider-Man movie? We are! On July 7, Sony Pictures promises thrill, action, and heroism in the form of their new blockbuster Spider-Man: Homecoming. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a little late to the web-slinging wonders of New York City’s most awesome arachnid, here are a few things you can do to get swept up in the excitement!
The Administration is gearing up to announce the expansion of apprenticeship programs across the country as it devotes this week to workforce development. While it is encouraging that the administration has a favorable view of apprenticeships, questions remain about funding such an initiative and service providers like Goodwill® are concerned about further cuts to the workforce system including those in the President’s proposed FY18 budget as previously reported.
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Diversity and inclusion encompasses race, culture and a whole lot more. Here are a few factors that stand out when it comes to diversity and inclusion.
Liking what you do for a living is important. But there’s a big difference between liking your job and having a career that fulfills you professionally and personally. You can definitely find a happy medium, though, by evaluating your personal needs and expectations before heading into a career path. Start with these steps to find a good balance between work and life.
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Just putting around the house this weekend? Maybe you should grab some golf clubs to get in the mood for the 2017 U.S. Open which begins next week! Start your new backyard hobby with some budget-friendly thrifted gear or go for the gold jacket by updating your professional equipment with surprising Goodwill finds. Need a little inspiration? Here are some of our favorite golf-themed thrift wins!
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Most people enjoy the summer blockbusters as a way to escape from the “real world” for a few hours, but I’m challenging you to go deeper. How can we embody the superheroes that are needed in our communities? How can we leverage our imaginations to solve the policy issues facing our nation? What kind of superhero are you?
