My Story: Eddie Leonard
Eddie’s productive life went downhill when he started experimenting with drugs and alcohol. After being referred to Goodwill, he fell in love with the agency and earned a position as the floor care manager.
Put a Thrift Shop Spin on Spring's Pastel Trend
Fashion designers Phillip Lim, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Diane von Furstenberg, Giambattista Valli and Louis Vuitton all showed variations of the pastel trend in their spring 2012 runway shows. Fortunately, any time that the designers are pushing a trend with a vintage spin, you can save hundreds by recreating the trend with clothing found at your local Goodwill.
Put a Thrift Shop Spin on Spring’s Pastel Trend
Fashion designers Phillip Lim, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Diane von Furstenberg, Giambattista Valli and Louis Vuitton all showed variations of the pastel trend in their spring 2012 runway shows. Fortunately, any time that the designers are pushing a trend with a vintage spin, you can save hundreds by recreating the trend with clothing found at your local Goodwill.
Goodwill Remains Hopeful about Bipartisan Job Training Bill
Enacted in 1998, the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) is long overdue to be reauthorized. Once Congress reconvenes on May 4, the House Committee on Education and the Workforce is expected to consider two bills, a Republican version – H.R. 4297; and the Democrats’ alternative – H.R. 4227, that propose to reauthorize the 14-year-old law.
Tips for Balancing School and Work
Drea from Casper, WY, asks, “I’ve had lots of late night study sessions lately, and my boss has started to notice that I’m pretty exhausted at work. Any advice?”
My Story: Jarvin Dorsey
After being paralyzed in a drive-by shooting, high school football player Jarvin Dorsey was forced to rexamine his education and life plans. In his story, he shares how his journey took him to Goodwill’s Work Adjustment Training program and how he’s now helping others get their lives back on track.
Decorate Your Home with Used Books from Goodwill
Whether or not you’re a bibliophile, Goodwill has just the book for you. With a wide and ever-growing selection, the book section of your local store will not only be an excellent place to browse if you like to read, but also if you need to touch up your home decor.
Read on to see how I’ve used books in various ways to decorate my apartment, as well as a DIY project for turning a gently loved book into a secret hiding place.
House Workforce Legislation Would Consolidate Training Programs
On Tuesday, April 14, the House Education and the Workforce Committee held a hearing to explore the merits of recently-released bills that would reauthorize the Workforce Investment Act.
The hearing occurred on the very day that approximately 200 representatives from local Goodwill agencies across the country met with more than 320 congressional offices to urge Congress to provide adequate funding for job training programs while improving existing job training programs by reauthorizing the Workforce Investment Act.
Talking to Your Employer about Work-Restricting Injuries
Ryan from Flagstaff, AZ, asks, “My doctor says I have to cut back on lifting, but my job demands it and I can’t afford to lose my job. How should I talk to my employer about this?”
My Story: Andi Petley
Andi Petley never thought of herself as an “overcomer.” After battling a drug addition that lost her custody of her children, she knew a change had to be made. Hear how Andi overcame her fears and took back her life with support from Goodwill®.
Join the Goodwill on the Hill – Virtual Advocacy Day!
Goodwill Industries International (GII) is looking forward to conducting its sixth annual advocacy day on Tuesday, April 17, as part of the GII Spring Conference. Nearly 200 Goodwill advocates from around the country will visit Capitol Hill to advocate for federal funding for programs that leverage Goodwill and benefit the people we serve, and for […]
Can You Hear Me Now? Tips for Getting Your Boss's Feedback
Question My boss doesn’t talk much, and sometimes I think he doesn’t like what I’m doing. What should I do? – Susan from Baton Rouge, LA Answer Hey Susan, That is a great question and one that commonly arises in today’s workplace. Having an effective communication relationship with your supervisor is critical to your ability to […]