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The New Must-Have: Lifelong Learning

Step-like wooden blocks spell CAREER with a hand placing the final R, symbolizing career growth on a teal background.

Years ago, having a high school diploma or college degree was enough to earn and keep a job. Today, countless studies report education and credentials are the pathway to greater earning potential.

The Goodwill Moment

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Have you ever had the Goodwill moment? That second of heart fluttering and disbelief when you pick something up off the rack and think it’s too good to be true?

Perhaps Congress is feeling the holiday spirit, or lawmakers recognize that we’re heading into an election year, or our collective advocacy efforts have paid off – whatever the motivation, Congress (the House and Senate) and the Administration have reached a deal on federal funding and a year-end tax bill, thus averting a government shutdown.

Three Tips to Become a Better Listener

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Ever sit through an interview or work conversation and not remember what was said? Effective listening takes effort. Let’s explore three tips to becoming a better listener.

Denim Dreaming

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The perfect pair of jeans is an elusive beast. They’re the real-life woman equivalent of Cinderella’s glass slipper, but much more durable and definitely more practical.

Celebrate the First Step Act

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This month marks the first anniversary of the signing of the First Step Act of 2018, a landmark criminal justice reform bill.

My Story: Victoria Kaufman

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Victoria is a freshman engineering major with a bright future ahead of her. She’s the daughter of immigrant parents who came to the U.S. as refugees from Russia. Last summer, Victoria enrolled in Goodwill’s Summer Bridge program (Goodwill Industries of Denver), designed to support low income and first-generation college students.

Understanding Applicant Tracking Systems

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You just clicked the button to submit your online job application to the employer’s applicant tracking system (ATS). Let’s explore what these systems are and why companies use them.

Three Outfit Ideas For Your Office Holiday Party

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Office holiday parties are tricky to dress for – so below, I’m sharing a range of outfit inspiration that can work for any type of holiday party or event.

Champions for Charitable Giving

This past Tuesday, December 3 marked Giving Tuesday, a day when American generosity is on full display. Early reports indicate that nonprofits raised nearly $2 billion.

Tips for Dealing with Office Politics

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While good work experience and skills are important to earning a job, you also need to be aware of how you are coming across in the hiring process.

We’re Thankful for Advocates Like You

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We’re giving thanks this year for our supporters and Congressional champions who have advocated on behalf of the Goodwill mission, advanced our public policy priorities, and strengthened our influence with policymakers.