Many qualified workers find themselves competing for a small number of jobs as the economy continues its slow recovery. In the wake of the recession, how will you stand out amongst the crowd of people applying for your job of choice? Demonstrating your soft skills – your positive attitude, flexibility and ability to interact with other people – can help give you an edge when looking for a job.
At #GoodwillIntl, innovation i…
At #GoodwillIntl innovation isn’t the next iPhone, it’s the next idea that can serve another person.
My Story: Bernard Weiters
Before I came to Goodwill, I spent some time in the military and, after ETS, fell into an addiction to alcohol. I got with Goodwill Industries of Lower South Carolina and my life changed for the positive after taking a maintenance training program. I take care of the corporate building in Charleston and my future seems to be getting brighter and brighter. Once, it was all about me, but now I try to give back what I received. It makes me feel good.
Goodwills across North America…
Goodwills across North America converge on Milwaukee for summer conf, hosted by @AmazingGoodwill, a leading Goodwill & AbilityOne provider.
Visiting family home & origin …
Visiting family home & origin of the Goodwill Guy – a fun & telling advertising campaign. http://t.co/Y1PqI44 #Indianapolis
Every time a #GoodwillIntl sto…
Every time a #GoodwillIntl store opens, 30 jobs are created in a local community. http://t.co/HodoNT5
The campaign for building the …
The campaign for building the #DonateMovement is up for the #ClassyAwards Please vote under “Most Effective.” http://t.co/yoGGGo7
What Is a Retail Job, and Is It Right For You?
The back-to-school and holiday shopping seasons are quickly approaching, meaning there's never been a better time to consider job opportunities in the retail field. The industry has something to offer job seekers of all backgrounds, whether you're looking for a long-term career, seeking some supplemental income or pursuing your first-ever job. Retail employment is expected to grow 11 percent through 2014, with ample opportunities becoming available as existing retail workers leave the field for other professions.
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My Story: Jesse McGirl
I have been with Arizona Goodwill for about five years. I have been in six different foster care homes. I was moved from my real parents when I was about nine years old because my parents weren’t real nice to me because I had a disability. I had ADHD, and it was hard for them to take care of me because I was hyper and not controlled at that time. When I was older and in high school, I had better people and better teachers. I did a project program when I first started at Goodwill Industries of Northern Arizona called GoodWorks. It involved three weeks of training at the baler station, greeter station and hanging station, and custodian training – I hated cleaning bathrooms!
How to Budget While Looking for a Job
In today’s challenging job market, looking for work can take a hit on more than your morale. Keeping up with your bills and basic living expenses without a steady stream of income can lead you to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to make ends meet. Fortunately, whether you’ve lost your job or are having a hard time getting your foot in door for the first time, there are steps you can take to manage your finances without incurring large amounts of debt and stress.
