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Elevate Your Work: Strategies for Professional Success

Posted on November 24, 2024 by Vanessa Cardoni

The desire to improve and enhance your performance at work is not only an admirable professional pursuit but also a great personal mindset to have. Strengthening your ability to conduct daily employment activities has the potential to offer you countless professional benefits. This blog explains these concepts, delves deeper into what areas might warrant more of your focus and expands on how you can apply these reforms or tailor them to fit your unique goals in the workplace.

National Apprenticeship Week Celebrates Tenth Anniversary

Posted on November 21, 2024 (November 21, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

Did you know that individuals who complete a Registered Apprenticeship program earn an average of $300,000 more over their careers than those who do not complete an apprenticeship, or that the median return on investment in Registered Apprenticeship for employers is 44.3 percent? For millions of Americans, participation in an apprenticeship program offers a pathway to a rewarding career with good wages.

Serving Up a Special Thanksgiving With Thrifted Platters and Displays from Goodwill®

Posted on November 20, 2024 (November 20, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

If you’re someone who celebrates Thanksgiving, it may seem like it’s all about the food. But it’s also a holiday dedicated to taking the time to appreciate the special people in your life and enjoy a delicious meal together. It’s one of the more casual holidays, too; you can show up to the Thanksgiving table with a sweater and leggings because the food is the star of the show.

Understanding the Job Search Process for Veterans

Posted on November 8, 2024 (November 8, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

This blog includes ideas, suggestions and general information that might be helpful for former service members looking for employment or who need help navigating the transition back into civilian work life. Veterans are some of the most honorable members of our society. They dedicate their blood, sweat, tears and cherished time with beloved family and friends and also importantly risk their lives to serve our country. Additionally, many people in uniform also face a myriad of challenges when their commitment is over, and they arrive back home.

Creating Opportunities Beyond the Election

Posted on November 8, 2024 (November 8, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

Some election results are still being tabulated and there are many unknowns concerning what the outcomes at the federal, state, and local levels will mean for the interests of Goodwill®, the charitable sector, and those we serve. What we do know is that there are several opportunities to raise awareness of Goodwill’s mission, build new relationships and strengthen current ones, and increase our public policy influence.

3 Thanksgiving Ideas You’ll Want To Steal This Year

Posted on November 7, 2024 (November 7, 2024) by Julia Marchand

If you’re in need of new Thanksgiving ideas, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve probably told you before (so this should come as no surprise) that I love Thanksgiving. It’s hands down the best holiday.

How to Speak with Confidence and Make a Good Pitch

Posted on November 7, 2024 (November 7, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

Within this blog, you’ll learn some of the fundamentals of making a good pitch at work with confidence. If you’re interested in learning more about best practices for influencing change, expressing ideas to your superiors or addressing challenges with which you have unique experience, keep reading.

My Goodwill Story: Dominique

Posted on November 1, 2024 (December 18, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

As we honor Native American Heritage Month this November, we are proud to share the story of Dominique, a member of the Native American community, who has made remarkable strides with the support of Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona (Tucson). Dominique’s journey with Goodwill® began through the Tucson Adult Probation Offices. Encouraged by his probation officer, Dominique enrolled in the Ignite 2.0 program, seeking to learn a trade skill and set his life on a new path. His commitment to self-improvement and determination to succeed quickly became evident.

Time to Get Out the Vote

Posted on October 31, 2024 (October 31, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

We have reached the home stretch in the 2024 general election. On Tuesday, November 5th, voters will elect the 47th president of the United States. In addition to the presidential race, there are elections for 34 U.S. Senate seats, 435 U.S. House of Representatives seats, state legislative races across 44 states, and 11 races for governor, alongside scores of municipal races and ballot initiatives.

My Goodwill Story – David

Posted on October 30, 2024 (November 5, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

In celebration of Veterans Day, we are proud to share the story of David, a dedicated veteran who made great use of support from Goodwill Industries of South Texas (Corpus Christi). David’s journey highlights the importance of community outreach and the transformative power of a determined veteran. David discovered Goodwill’s services through outreach for veterans. Eager to learn about the available programs, he sought to establish a partnership between his local office and Goodwill Industries. His goal was to enhance support for veterans in his community.

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