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Microaggressions and the Harm They Cause

Posted on August 17, 2020 (August 30, 2020) by Charlene Sarmiento

Communities across the world are discussing and working through long-lasting societal problems around systemic discrimination, racism, sexism, homophobia and more. Education is key to understanding how systemic discrimination and racism impacts each of us, pervades our daily lives, and negatively impacts the lives and futures of people of color. As we all learn ways to become anti-racist, it’s important to learn about microaggressions and how to address them in the workplace.

Four Creative Ways to Create A Productive Remote Work/Learning Space

Posted on August 14, 2020 (August 5, 2020) by Felicia Czochanski

I don’t remember much about elementary school — it feels like a lifetime ago! — but some life advice my fourth-grade teacher gave to the class has stuck with me through the years: Find a spot in your home that is your dedicated work space. Choose anywhere you can focus, but not your bed. When you separate an area to be solely for work — not work and sleep — you’ll be more productive.

Voting in the Time of COVID-19

Posted on August 13, 2020 by admin

The year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women's constitutional right to vote. Just over 55 years ago, during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson. I've always enjoyed the process of voting, reflecting on the sacrifices people have made so I can exercise my right, chatting with neighbors from my community, thanking poll workers and campaign staff, and of course receiving my "I voted" sticker.

Goodwill Serves Area Teens in Annual Summer Youth Work Program

Posted on August 11, 2020 (August 5, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

As Dogwood Pass staff prepped its wild west town in Pike County for a Civil War reenactment, they were happy to have some extra help through Goodwill Industries of South Central Ohio’s summer youth program.

Assessing Your Skills for the Job You Want

Posted on August 10, 2020 (August 5, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

One constant in the job market is change. Whether that change is the result of a pandemic, normal economic cycles, or ever-evolving technology, our ability to compete means we’ll need to be lifelong learners.

Back-to-School Fabulous!

Posted on August 7, 2020 (July 30, 2020) by Jenna Pfueller

It’s August, which means it’s time to spiff up for the school year. Although the reality of the pandemic means that this coming school year might look a little bit different for a lot of us. So when we think about our typical back-to-school shopping trip — for whatever it might look like in the fall — the choices you make in your purchases might look a bit different this year, too.

Deal or No Deal

Posted on August 6, 2020 by Katherine Michaud Smith

Another week has passed, another 1.2 million Americans have filed for unemployment, another slew of businesses have shuttered their doors, and hundreds of thousands of people have tested positive for COVID-19 while another several thousand have lost their lives — and yet there is still no agreement on the next round of congressional relief for the nation. This process is frustrating and exhausting, but we cannot give up our pursuit.

Greensboro Goodwill Collects More Than 1,000 Pounds of Donations for Local Food Bank

Posted on August 4, 2020 by Katherine Michaud Smith

Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina (Triad Goodwill) reports that it collected 1,382 pounds of non-perishable food in the month of June. This announcement comes during a time when many families in the region struggle with economic challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Six Tips to Ace Your First 90 Days At a New Job

Posted on August 3, 2020 (August 2, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

Job searching is a full-time job. Between researching employers online and networking to filling out applications and prepping for interviews, it can easily eat up 40+ hours a week. But as much work as it is to land a new job, it’s when you start one that the hard work really begins.

Five Fashion Trends for Summer

Posted on July 31, 2020 (July 30, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

It’s official: summertime is in full swing! As the temperatures rise, winter sweaters make their way to the back of the closet to make room for their sleeveless summer counterparts. While some clothes are practical staples — like tees and shorts — following summer fashion trends will keep you looking and feeling cool. Not sure where to start? No worries; we’ve collected some of our favorite trends to keep you and your family stylish all summer long!

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