The Culture We’ve Been Looking For

A few years ago I wrote a blog about why Goodwill needs a lobbyist. I talked about our public policy priorities, the work of our government relations team, and the role that advocates can play.

Thanks to YOU, Congress Provides Emergency Relief to Nonprofits

After days of marathon negotiations, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the largest emergency aid package in U.S. history.

ACTION ALERT: Nonprofits Need Your Help

As the COVID-19 pandemic deepens, America’s charities are frontline responders, providing both direct employment and vital services to those in need. Times like this are when America relies on charitable nonprofits the most.

Three Things to Bring to an Interview

Interviews are your chance to demonstrate you are the best candidate for an employer’s opening. Being prepared for the interview is essential.

A Note about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) to Our Shoppers, Donors and Those We Serve

Updated: May 5, 2020 Learn more about Goodwill and our response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) here (FAQs) Goodwill continues to work hard to evolve the collective response of our local Goodwill nonprofit organizations to the coronavirus pandemic while supporting team members and the communities they serve during this unprecedented public health event. As a mission-based […]

COVID-19 and Congress

From schools to sporting events to conferences and the halls of Congress, the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is impacting everyone, and nonprofits are no exception. Nonprofit service providers, like local Goodwill organizations around the country, are on the frontlines assisting those impacted while also having to address their own employees and business continuity plans.

What Do Interviewers Really Want to Know?

Hiring personnel – whether human resources or manager – want to know who is the best candidate for their opening. How do they make their final selection, especially when there are a number of qualified candidates?

How Daylight Savings Time Can Help Save Room in Your Wardrobe and Time In Your Day

For me, turning the clocks back an hour means more than just another hour of daylight. It’s the symbol that spring has sprung, the end of one season and the start of another. It’s also one of those days that I like to use as a reminder to take a step back and look at the things in my life, trying to see what needs work or a little refresh.

House Committee Rolls Out Apprenticeship Plan

The House Education and Labor Committee recently put forward a draft proposal to revamp the National Apprenticeship Act—a 1937 law that established the national Registered Apprenticeship system.

Interviewing for Information: Open and Closed Ended Questions

We exchange information in interviews. Just as employers ask questions to determine who they would like to hire, job seekers ask questions to understand if the job is a right fit for them.

Feel the Green

Spring really seems to drag its heels this time of year, doesn’t it? Especially when you live as far north of the equator as I do. Though these late winter days do feel as though they are stretching slightly longer, and the sun is creeping ever so slowly back up further in the sky each day.

Celebrating Digital Learning Day

In celebration of Digital Learning Day today, Goodwill and Google have joined forces to offer Virtual Resume Reviews to individuals nationwide. More than 20 local Goodwill organizations will be using Google’s Applied Digital Skills program to help participants create and edit their resume, and receive feedback.