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My Story: Eulalio Martinez

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Katherine Michaud Smith

Eulalio Martinez traveled 1,500 miles to move to Wisconsin, but he did not have a job lined up to sustain him when he arrived. For several weeks, he lived in his truck before moving into a local homeless shelter. One day, he walked a block away to Goodwill Industries of North Central Wisconsin’s Green Bay East Retail Store and Training Center, where he approached a career navigator named Dawn and asked for help. He said he was looking for someone to take a chance on him.

Five Ways to Have Fun While Working Remotely

Posted on January 18, 2021 (January 17, 2021) by Katherine Michaud Smith

Like you, I’m getting a bit tired of the over-used phrase, “Welcome to the new normal”. However, just because “we’re all in this together,” it doesn’t mean we can’t “pivot” from the norm and “think outside the box” when it comes to making work fun again.

President-Elect Biden Unveils American Rescue Plan

Posted on January 15, 2021 by [email protected]

On the heels of Inauguration Day, in a city under lockdown that is still reeling from the violence at the Capitol and while a pandemic rages on, President-elect Biden unveiled the details of his “American Rescue Plan”. This is the first of a two-part proposal, the second of which will be released in the coming weeks and will focus on recovery.

Acid Washing Away 2020

Posted on January 15, 2021 by [email protected]

One trend I’ve been seeing A LOT of going into this new year is acid washing! As we know, fashion history always repeats itself and this trend is no exception. I am seeing it in retail stores, online shops and boutiques!

Goodwill Manasota and Area High Schools Partner on Work Program for Exceptional Students

Posted on January 12, 2021 (January 14, 2021) by Katherine Michaud Smith

For exceptional students enrolled at high schools in Southwest Florida, the ESE (Exceptional Student Learning) program helps students with disabilities to progress in school as well as prepare for life after school.

Does An Employer Really Care About My Social Media?

Posted on January 11, 2021 (January 8, 2021) by Katherine Michaud Smith

In a word, yes. More than ever before, employers are likely to search your name on Google as well as take a look at your social media pages to get a sense of your online presence and professionalism. Whether it’s Facebook, LinkedIn or a host of other sites, employers will often view your information and base their hiring decision, at least in part, on what they see.

Why Preloved is the Move

Posted on January 8, 2021 (January 7, 2021) by Katherine Michaud Smith

When I learned of preloved culture, it changed the trajectory of my buying and spending habits. Yet, many people do not understand what preloved culture is let alone the concept of preloved on its own. So, let's take a look at the definition of preloved to understand its importance.

Better Days Ahead

Posted on January 7, 2021 (January 7, 2021) by Katherine Michaud Smith

Due to the pandemic, I haven’t been on the Hill in several months, as our meetings have been virtual. I watched in horror as the events of January 6 unfolded and an attack was made on our democracy, and the grounds where I’ve stood so many times was under siege.

Message from Steve Preston, Goodwill Industries International President and CEO

Posted on January 7, 2021 (January 8, 2021) by Adam Stiska

Yesterday's assault on the Capitol was a chilling example of how words and actions can conspire to threaten that which we hold dear. We are thankful that the strength of our institutions, laws and norms prevailed and that the actions and proclamations of leaders across the political spectrum reinforced what we stand for. We should take confidence in that.

My Story: Stephanie Richardson

Posted on January 6, 2021 (January 4, 2021) by Katherine Michaud Smith

In February 2020, Stephanie Richardson enrolled in the pharmacy technician program at Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake. Initially attending class at the Goodwill’s training center in downtown Baltimore, her participation was halted on March 20, 2020, due to COVID-19. Remaining focused on education and training, Stephanie elected to take the National Retail Federation Business of Retail online course during the closure. Training remotely, she worked diligently and at her own pace to acquire the retail certification.

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