Congress returns to work this work and unfortunately likely back to their partisan corners following a pause to celebrate and honor the life of President George H. W. Bush. Before we dive into the issues that remain before the closing of the 115th Congress, Goodwill Industries International would like to take moment and honor the legacy of President Bush.
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Back when Santa and his elves made and delivered gifts for all good little girls and boys, no family need worry about holiday debt. My, how times have changed! I read recently where over 25% of US families still carry over debt from last Christmas.
The holiday season usually means a few things: gathering with friends and family, shopping for everyone one your list, and possibly even cleaning out your closet for the upcoming new year. Even the most reasonable person can have trouble determining what to toss or keep. We all have those clothes we haven’t worn in forever, but we just can’t seem to get rid of them. I know I’ve been guilty of that quite a few times.
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Tis’ the season of giving and many on the heels of Giving Tuesday, people will be making contributions to their favorite charities. But did you know that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that went into effect this year could negatively impact those very nonprofits, including local Goodwill® organizations?
Goodwill® organizations around the country are committed to serving all members of the community, especially those facing specific challenges finding work. All too often, people transitioning back into society face a difficult stigma that causes challenges to gaining meaningful employment. To help alleviate this problem, Goodwill Industries of Arkansas is expanding its re-entry programs in Northwest Arkansas through its new resource center.
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Today’s blog deals with cover letters and thank you notes. Should you write them? Do employers even read them? Today I’ll answer those questions and offer tips for helping you stand out in a sea of applicants.
There are so many things I love about this time of year-- the food, the family time, and the festive decor. They’re the anchors of the holiday season that make it so memorable. No matter what we celebrate, every culture’s seasonal celebrations always involve that lovely trifecta.
This Thanksgiving we’re giving thanks for our advocates. Regardless of your connection to Goodwill®, you volunteer your voice to speak up on behalf of those who face challenges to employment. You educate policymakers about the mission of Goodwill and the impact of their decisions.
Dan Newberry, Manager of Goodwill’s E-cycle Operations, joined the Army right after high school, expecting to complete a lifelong military career. That plan ended abruptly in 2012. Honorably discharged due to a medical-related disability, Dan soon found himself adrift. "I went from having a sense of responsibility, pride and direction in life, to nothing. It was incredibly difficult," he recalled.
I’m often asked my opinion on what sort of questions are good to ask an employer during interviews. And while in future blogs I’ll get into detail about specific questions and the rationale for asking them, today I want to paint with a broader brush. Let’s have a look at varying types of questions and what you’re trying to accomplish by asking them.
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