The Goodwill Industries International government relations office is a couple of blocks away from the Capitol. As such, I’ve been able to watch the inauguration preparations unfold. As we advance Goodwill’s public policy agenda, we’ve been communicating with transition teams, following the confirmation hearings on the President-Elect’s nominees, and are preparing to meet with a number of freshman lawmakers. At the same time, we’ve reflected on successful engagement with the previous Congress and attended some final stakeholder convenings with the current administration.
Managing the Talent Pipeline
In 2017, the nonprofit sector will face many new challenges. In the US, a new administration – and possible policy changes – will require close attention. Globally, technology will continue to bring us together in more robust, immediate ways – as well as making charitable giving easier than ever. Despite these emerging trends, nonprofits will
Considerations for Switching Jobs in the Same Company
If an internal promotion or move to a different team at work is an option as part of your career development, here are four things to think about.
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Build Your Own Custom Dream Closet
Who says you can’t be head over heels for everything in your closet? With the new year upon us, many people are cleaning out their closets and starting fresh. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to jump on board, too! And the best part? It doesn’t have to be expensive or a pain in the neck if employ a little organization and planning. A few months ago, we shared a post about curating a capsule wardrobe—a super simplified closet with a very limited number of neutral basics. Today’s post is for all of you who read that and thought “Yeah…awesome idea, but I’m not quite there yet.” If you want to give your closet that kind of careful attention and still need a little more variety, here are some tips for building your own custom dream closet.
A Preview of the 115th Congress
The 115th Congress was sworn in on Tuesday, in a warm ceremony. This post discusses some of the issues that legislators have begun working on immediately.
My Story: Sarah Pine
My name is Sarah Pine. I am a single mother of three children, a grateful recovering addict with six years clean, and I have a learning disability. I grew up in an alcoholic home and started using drugs with my mother when I was nine years old.
Six Steps to a Great LinkedIn Profile
To further your career, you’ll need to create a LinkedIn profile as a tool for networking and job searching. But how do you make sure to use LinkedIn effectively? Here are six tips.
Textile Tricks
Through its entrepreneurial business model of collecting and selling donated goods, Goodwill helps communities extend the life of usable items—like clothing, bedding, and handbags—in environmentally sound ways and prevents items from piling up in local landfills. It’s wonderful to use second-hand goods for their original purpose, but with a little imagination there are countless ways they can be repurposed, too!
How to Write about Soft Skills on Your Résumé
When most people think of their résumé, they think of things like work history and education and workplace skills. But many people leave off soft skills that most employers say are just as important as the day-to-day tasks. Here's how to include them.
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The Most Popular Social Good Blog Posts
Did you know that Goodwill Industries International (GII) has shared more than 1,000 original blog posts on Goodwill.org? The social good series is the newest addition to the blog, and we hope that you’ve enjoyed the content as its inaugural year comes to a close. In case you missed them, take a look at a few of the most widely read posts on current topics that are directly tied to Goodwill® and our mission.
