Interviewing 101: Dressing for Success

First impressions matter. Before you head out to your next interview, spend time thinking about what you’ll wear. These guidelines will help you choose just the right attire for your interview.

Spring Has Sprung! Rejuvenate Your Look with Fresh Finds at Goodwill

Each new season is a chance for a refresh and, like the world outside that is bursting with buds and blooms, a colorful revamp can rejuvenate your home on the inside, too. With Easter right around the corner, here are some new springtime ideas for your halls, walls and wardrobe, too.

10 Years of Goodwill On the Hill

On April 6th, 125 Goodwill advocates, including CEOs, staff, board members and program participants, met with half of Congress as part of the 10th anniversary of Goodwill on the Hill to talk about Goodwill’s efforts to help people find good paying careers. Join your voice with theirs to send a strong message to Congress that you want to keep America working.

Keywords in Your Résumé Get Recruiters’ Attention

Searching for a job is hard work. There are so many people submitting résumés to online job boards. How can you possibly stand out from the crowd? It helps to know how recruiters narrow their choices. Here are some tips.

DIY Statement Wall for Spring, Part 2

In case you missed it, last week we built a bright and springy picture frame shelf statement wall perfect for showcasing a collection! It could work for any small objects, but today I’m sharing some tips for arranging and personalizing one of my favorite collectables: glassware.

Spring into Action and Support Goodwill’s Advocacy Efforts!

Even if you can’t make it to Washington, D.C., for Goodwill’s 10th annual Advocacy Day, there are other ways you can help.

Match Your Skills to Your Ideal Workplace

Being able to do your best work in the best workplace for you will go a long way toward having a fulfilling career. Use these tips for insights into how to find the best place to work.

My Story: Brianne Hoagland

Placed by Ohio Valley Goodwill’s Employment Services team in August 2016, Brianne has certainly made a positive impression on her new employer- being promoted within months of being hired. “I love my new job! Its been 8 years since I have been employed and I am very excited, It’s a dream come true!!

DIY Statement Wall for Spring, Part 1

I know I’m not the only person who walks out of a Goodwill store feeling inspired by a new favorite collectible. But here’s the trick to having a collection that adds value to your life instead of just taking up space in your home: proper curation and display. Today and next Friday, we’ll walk you through the two-part creation of a statement wall that showcases small collectibles.

March Madness on Capitol Hill

It’s that time of year when work productivity allegedly drops as college basketball fans try to keep track of scores and brackets. (Three of my final four are still alive – so I have a chance!) This month, Capitol Hill is partaking in its own style of March Madness.

Applying for a Job at an In-store Kiosk

In the past, if you were looking to work at a specific company, you’d visit the employer and request a job application. A team member would hand you a paper application, and you’d either sit and fill it out on-site, or take it home and return it the next day. In-store kiosks, where you sit down and fill out an application on a company computer station, have largely replaced paper applications and can be a viable way to apply for a job—particularly if you lack regular computer access at home.

Spring 2017 Closet Cleaning Guide

Spring is here, so it’s time to refresh your closet to reflect 2017’s fashion favorites! In today’s guide, we’ll identify two styles that are over (and safe to donate!) plus one easy and enduring trend that works for every body type and is currently enjoying another moment on the runway.