When Nadia Patterson moved from New York to North Carolina with her children, she had limited job prospects. Goodwill Industries of the Southern PIedmont (Charlotte, NC) helped her get back on track by earning her GED, pursuing secondary education and landing a job in her dream field as a pharmacy technician.
Tag: Long-Term Unemployed
Macon Goodwill Recognized by GA Department of Corrections
Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia and the CSRA (Macon) recently was honored as the only non-law enforcement agency named by the Georgia Department of Corrections as a partner agency of the year. The GDC recently announced the awards during the 11th Annual GDC Awards ceremony at Tift College in Forsyth, GA.
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Tips for Narrowing Down Your Career Interests
When you first start working, you may try a number of fields and position types to see what works best for you; when it’s time to start a career track, though, it helps to be certain about what you want to do. Here are some tips for narrowing down your career interests and finding the best opportunities for your long-term career goals.
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Goodwill® Conveys Need for Welfare Reform Before Congress
This week I had the great pleasure of working with Boyd Brown, area director of employment & training of Goodwill Easter Seals Minnesota (St. Paul), as he testified before a Congressional subcommittee. The hearing, which was on welfare reform proposals, specifically involved the reauthorization of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. His testimony provided great insight into the journey of an individual on public assistance, struggling to find a job and the challenges faced by case managers trying to put people to work.
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Five Considerations When Creating a Digital Portfolio
While job seekers will always need a good résumé and cover letter, increasing numbers of job applicants are creating digital portfolios to showcase their experience and skills. A digital portfolio can make sure that hiring managers see relevant, work-appropriate information if they research you, too. Here are five steps to consider when creating your digital portfolio.
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Six Ways to Look for Work … and How to Use Them
You may not know exactly where to start, but resources, each with their own advantages and disadvantages, are plentiful when it comes to looking for employment. It's a time-consuming activity, so consider your comfort level with technology, desire for assistance, amount of time you are able to devote to job search, and understanding of your work preferences. Use these resources to see which works best for you.
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Get Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career Journey
If you’re looking for a job or working to build your career and you aren’t a member of GoodProspects®, now is a great time to start. We are pleased to announce that a new GoodProspects, built with the wants and needs of job seekers and career advancers in mind, will launch in late July. Read more to learn about the new and improved features, and register today!
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Three Ways to Use Digital Skills in Your Job Search
Computers and information technology have had as much of an impact on the workplace as the steam engine, with incredible change happening tremendously quickly. Having basic digital literacy—using a computer, learning new programs and communicating online—has become an integral part of looking for and keeping a job. Here are three ways that digital tools can make your job search easier and educational.
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My Story: Sandra Collins
Hello, my name is Sandra Collins. I’m a new homeowner and the manager of Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainer Region (Tacoma)’s new outlet store in Olympia, WA. My life is fulfilling and very different from just eight years ago.
Tips for Getting the Best Job References
It can be hard to figure out who to use as a reference whether you are just starting to work, returning to work after some time off or just in need of someone new and reliable, as you need to know that a reference will provide quality information on your work ethic, experience and character. Help your career grow with these tips.
