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Unemployment in the U.S.: The Story Inside the Recent Headlines

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

The daily news cycle in the United States consistently discusses the national unemployment rate. In early May, the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS) reported that the unemployment rate nationwide declined to 4.4 percent, the lowest level in almost a decade and a milestone in the long road back from the Great Recession. The rate was 4.9 percent a year ago. So this is all good…right?! The answer is: “It Depends.”

Assess Your Computer Skills

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

Almost every workplace today requires employees to have some level of computer knowledge – from basic word processing on a PC to point-of-sale systems at retail stores and fast-food restaurants.If you lack computer experience or think you don’t have the right skill set to land your dream job, you’re not alone. The important thing is to find out what you already know and what you still need to learn.

Southern Porch Style with a Goodwill Twist

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

I’m a New Englander, through and through. But there’s one aspect of Southern culture that I truly admire: their hospitality which is epitomized by their embrace of the classic front porch.

The Fight Continues to Protect Workforce Programs Funding for FY2018

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

Congress recently approved an omnibus spending package for the remainder of FY2017 which will continue to fund the government though September 30, 2017. Despite an overall reduction in the Department of Labor, many of the federal workforce programs of interest to local Goodwill® organizations saw sustained funding or had a slight increase. One exception is

Gain Experience from the Comfort of Your Own Screen

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

One of the most frustrating things about a job search is that even listings for entry-level positions require a certain amount of experience. How are you supposed to get experience if you can’t get a job? Fortunately, there are ways to gain experience, and even earn a little bit of money, using virtual tools.

My Story: Emmetri Beane

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

Following a brain aneurysm, two strokes and an epilepsy diagnosis, Emmetri Beane found employment and a supportive team at Rappahannock Goodwill Industries (Fredericksburg, VA).

This Season’s Show-Stopping Looks for Prom

Posted on May 5, 2017 (February 8, 2023) by Vanessa Cardoni

You may only have a few weeks left to get outfitted for prom, but that doesn’t mean you need to panic! With a think-outside-the-box attitude and a little thrifting luck, you could still steal the spotlight with an on-trend, on-budget look.

Lend Your Voice During Goodwill Industries Week

Posted on May 4, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

Goodwill Industries Week is May 7 to 13, and we are celebrating 115 years of building better futures and changing lives! As part of the celebration, Goodwill® organizations will host career fairs and donation drives, offer tours and conduct other celebratory events.

My Story: Carl Alexander

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

Carl Alexander was an NCAA football star and military veteran, but he found himself homeless and in need of a hand up. Goodwill helped him gain the skills he needed to launch a construction career and business.

Strike the Right Tone with Your Cover Letter

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Vanessa Cardoni

You should think of your cover letter as you introducing yourself to the company you want to work for and explaining why they should want to know you. What’s the most effective way to communicate your interest and value?

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