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The People Have Spoken: Advocates Weigh in on GII’s Public Policy Agenda

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Laura Walling

We recently asked for you, our public advocates, to weigh in via a survey as the Goodwill Industries International (GII) Government Relations team crafts GII’s public policy agenda for the next Congress. The people have spoken. When asked to identify the top three policy issues of importance, labor issues (wages, paid sick leave, paid family leave, etc.) received the most number of responses. These issues impact local Goodwill organizations as both an employer where increases in operational expenses may impact the ability to provide mission services, but also as a provider of job-training and job placement services.

My Story: Tim Zarzecki

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

At age 52, Timothy Zarzecki has found a place — and a purpose — through his job in food services at a military base in Virginia Beach, VA. Born with a physical disability and diagnosed with depression, he was out of work when he connected with Goodwill® at a career fair. The Goodwill team helped place him in a position he loves, and since his first day, he has demonstrated a positive attitude, a willingness to tackle any task and natural leadership ability. For those reasons, Goodwill Industries International honored Zarzecki as its 2018 Achiever of the Year.

Goodwill® and CVS Health Offer Workforce Training at CVS Mock Pharmacy in Baltimore

Posted on October 23, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

All too often, many people face challenges when trying to find employment. One of these is having access to necessary skills training. To address the issue head-on, Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake has collaborated with CVS Health and Baltimore City Community College to open a “CVS Mock Pharmacy” to provide an innovative classroom experience for aspiring pharmacy technicians and retail associates.

Telephone Interviewing Tips

Posted on October 22, 2018 by Randy Wooden

Often times the first step in an interview process involves the telephone. Additionally, companies elect to conduct video interviews before they’ll agree to meet in person. Are you as prepared as possible? In this week’s blog I’ll share some tips for putting your best foot forward.

Easy Halloween Costumes for Procrastinators

Posted on October 19, 2018 by Jenna Pfueller

Halloween is like Christmas for thrift store lovers like me. It’s the one time of year we all get permission to get be as creative, bold, and funny as we can be-- and the abundant candy this time of year is just an added sugar-high bonus. When I was a kid digging through my pillowcase full of hard-earned sweets on the living room floor, I would already be imagining the possibilities for my costume for the next year’s festivities.

A Different Type of Financial Planning

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Rebecca Hershey

October is National Financial Planning Month. One on hand it’s another “thing of the month,” and on the other, why not check on how individuals and families are planning for their future, saving for retirement, building generational economic security?

Chronological vs. Functional Resumes

Posted on October 15, 2018 by Randy Wooden

Job searching, interviewing and hiring are all subjective processes. Add resume building to that list. There’s no 100% foolproof way to create a resume that everyone would agree is ideal. So how do you know what’s “best?” Today let’s look at the two primary types of resumes and some reasons why one might work better for you, given your situation.

Slowing it Down for Slow Fashion October

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Jenna Pfueller

Fall is the season that brings to mind colorful leaves, pumpkin spice and – mending? Yes! If you haven't heard of the Slow Fashion movement by now, it's exactly what it sounds like-- the opposite of fast fashion. That means mending, making, reducing and appreciating the pieces in our wardrobe to be more in tune with our impact on the world.

Tell Us What You Think! Lend Your Voice to the Goodwill Industries International Public Policy Agenda

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Laura Walling

As we look ahead to a new Congress which will convene in January, the Goodwill Industries International (GII) government relations team is proactively working on our public policy agenda for the 116th Congress. While the party that ultimately controls the House and Senate may determine how much weight is given to a particular issue or how we will advocate around an issue, the issue itself is still important.

My Story: Jeremy Johnson

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Vanessa Cardoni

When Jeremy Johnson first came to Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth, he started out in facility-based contracts and then transitioned to the S.T.A.R.S. program when it was launched in March 2016. S.T.A.R.S. is a unique day-habilitation program for adults with significant disabilities that recreates daily living scenarios to give participants a chance to learn real-life skills to overcome their disadvantages and achieve maximum independence. Despite the limitations to his muscles from cerebral palsy, Jeremy got the opportunity to work in e-books, a division of Goodwill Industries Fort Worth’s e-commerce department, because of his level of participation in the S.T.A.R.S. program, his willingness to work and his personal goals.

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