The week of November 11-17 marks the fifth annual National Apprenticeship Week. Employers and service providers conducted hundreds of events around the country to celebrate and showcase the opportunities that apprenticeships offer for Americans to develop workplace experience and skills that employers value.
Previously incarcerated, jobless and living in a shelter -- High Point resident Nancy Nance was out of options. A mother with two kids and one grandchild, Nance was haunted by her past mistakes. Motivated by her children to achieve something with her life, Nance entered Triad Goodwill’s Jobs on the Outside program in 2018, and quickly joined their Work Experience Program immediately after that.
Last month, Jeremiah Robinson, a career development facilitator with Goodwill Industries- Manasota’s Veterans Services Program, was presented with a “Hero of the Month” award for his service to his local veteran population.
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When interviewing for a job, explore the skills needed for the position and if the culture is a good fit for you.
The temperatures are falling, the leaves are turning, and the leggings are coming out of the closet again. What does that mean? Time to get cozy!
Veterans Day is a time to recognize the sacrifices of our nation’s veterans and celebrate the contributions of military families.
Determination is a word that is reoccurring in the description of this young woman. Referred to Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut after High School for assistance in attaining employment.
On a warm October morning, eager job seekers came by bus, car and on foot, dressed in their best and hungry for opportunity. There to meet them were equally excited hiring managers looking for their next great hires.
Are you ready for a career change? If so, keep these tips in mind.
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Flannel shirts can bring up traditional fall memories and activities - like apple picking and leaf peeping. But there’s more than one way to take advantage of wearing the popular fabric with a stylish new spin.
