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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Statement Looks From Goodwill

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There can never be enough love in the world, which is why leaning into the Valentine’s Day theme can be a mood boost. Whether you plan on celebrating with a partner, friends, family or by yourself, reflecting on the love in your life each year, even self-love, is so important. Regardless of what your plans might be, there’s nothing like a cute outfit to get you in the mood. Mix items you already have in your closet with statement pieces from a last-minute Valentine’s Day shopping trip to your local Goodwill store.

My Goodwill Story: Jennifer

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Ambition, resilience and the determination to overcome challenges define Jennifer’s journey toward a brighter future. Jennifer, an ecommerce associate at Goodwill Industries of the Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (Greenville), has faced obstacles that could have hindered her progress. However, her story is a testament to the transformative power of perseverance and the support provided by Goodwill programs like Careers Plus. 

2024 State of the States Highlights

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More than half of the governors of states, territories and commonwealths have outlined their priorities for 2024 in state of the state or commonwealth addresses, as well as inaugural addresses for new and re-elected governors, with several more anticipated over the next few weeks. The nation’s governors are nearly evenly split between the two parties, with 27 Republicans and 23 Democrats holding office as of January 8, 2024. Eleven states will hold gubernatorial elections this year. Read more about the themes of interest to Goodwill and the people we serve.

Goodwill is a One-Stop-Shop for Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, a day to celebrate love — whether for others, yourself or both. While it can be easy to get last-minute gifts — cue the cliche chocolate, flowers and card combination — it can mean even more to put a little bit of extra thought into it. If you’re looking for unique, budget-friendly gifts that can help you express your love for someone, check out your favorite Goodwill store. Don’t forget to pick up a festive, thrifted outfit while you’re there!

Congress Approves Federal Funding Extension

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Congress averted a partial government shutdown again, and this time we have mother nature to thank in part. With a snowstorm in the DC area impacting lawmakers’ ability to return home, the Senate and House passed a stopgap funding measure on the same day, pushing the January 19 and February 2 shutdown deadlines to March 1 and 8.  

My Goodwill Story: Desteny Malone

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Resilience, determination and the unwavering pursuit of dreams. Those values are core to how Desteny lives her life today. As a young single mother who didn’t finish high school, she faced numerous challenges, but she refused to let adversity define her path. Instead, she found the Young Adult Opportunity Center (YAOC) at Goodwill Kentucky (Louisville) and began her journey toward success.

My Goodwill Story: Ayanna Scott

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The job search can be difficult for anyone; the pressure of an interview, the financial worry and even the process of finding the right fit are daunting. For some, that process is compounded by other struggles. Ayanna was searching for a job and coming up empty-handed, partly because of her past involvement with justice.

How Everyone Can Benefit from Time Management and Effective Communication at Work

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Many of us struggle to finding enough time at work to get everything done. This blog covers the importance of time management and communication in making your job more manageable. How can you implement these skills in the workplace? How and why should you use these strategies? Will they even be helpful? What about the impact on your work performance? To learn more, keep reading.