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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.

5 Tips for Virtual Commuting

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

When this whole work-from-home business began (what seems like years ago), many of us greeted it with a collective “ugh”. The disruption of our daily routine was fraught with physical and emotional challenges. However, after a period of adjustments, the silver lining of this change of work venue has been the elimination of our daily commute.

New Year, New Rules

Posted on January 1, 2021 (December 31, 2020) by Jenna Pfueller

If this year has taught us anything, it’s the importance of creating our own little slice of happiness in the chaos. For some of us, that means getting rid of what we don’t need. For others, it’s a shift in priorities or a change of attitude. And while we’re all eager to see this year in the rear-view mirror, there's still a lot of lessons we can carry into 2021 to create our own version of a fresh start.

Community Partner Brings Holiday Cheer to One Goodwill Family

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Katherine Michaud Smith

A standout Goodwill Manasota team member was recently granted a multitude of reasons to celebrate this holiday season as her family was selected to be the beneficiary of the Adams and Reese Sarasota office’s HUGS Program. Goodwill Manasota employee Irma Orona and her family received items including a Christmas tree and decorations, lots of clothing — including work clothes — plentiful toys for the children, and a generous Publix gift card.

Tips for Decluttering Your Digital Space Before the New Year

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Katherine Michaud Smith

With our ever-increasing usage of technology, our “spaces” now expand into the digital sphere. That's why we are focusing on the environment behind the phone or computer screen. A decluttered work email inbox or personal phone photo collection can contribute to improved mental health and productivity.

Why Gifting Second-Hand Spreads Holiday Cheer Even Further

Posted on December 18, 2020 (December 17, 2020) by Felicia Czochanski

Gifting second-hand is so much better for the environment than shopping at traditional retail stores because it redirects gently used clothes and other goods from the landfill to your closet, where they can be put to great use.

How to Be a Professional in the Workplace

Posted on December 14, 2020 (December 11, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

Being a professional is more than how we look, our formal education and our professional achievements. It is also the qualities, values and behaviors we choose to display in the workplace — whether working remotely or in person with others.

Goodness Gracious, It’s Goodwill Gifting

Posted on December 11, 2020 (December 7, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

This holiday season: shop local, and shop secondhand. It’s easy enough to say that, but in practice? If you just took mental stock of the folks on your list and gulped, wondering how in the world to shop certain people in your life, then you might need the boost that only Goodwill aisles can bring.

My Story: Linda Sutton

Posted on December 10, 2020 (December 10, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

Linda Sutton had a difficult upbringing and history of drug use as well as a criminal background. With the help of Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette, she was able to turn her life around and is helping others to do the same.

Action Alert: Tell Congress Nonprofits Need Relief

Posted on December 10, 2020 (December 10, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

As I write another plea, asking again for you to take action and tell Congress to provide additional COVID-19 #Relief4Charities, I am reminded of the story of Chicken Little. I feel like the main character who runs around yelling with a sense of urgency that the sky is falling. He does this so often, that no one believes him. This current request for action is not akin to the fable. Unless Congress acts, many supports included in the CARES Act, which have helped nonprofits and the communities and families we serve, will expire in a few short weeks.

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