Drea from Casper, WY, asks, “I've had lots of late night study sessions lately, and my boss has started to notice that I'm pretty exhausted at work. Any advice?”
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Talking to Your Employer about Work-Restricting Injuries
Ryan from Flagstaff, AZ, asks, "My doctor says I have to cut back on lifting, but my job demands it and I can’t afford to lose my job. How should I talk to my employer about this?"
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Education and Practice Can Dispel Your Computer Fears
Alyssa from Roanoke, VA, asks, “I have computer phobia! How do I conquer my fear of using computers so that I'm more employable?”
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Overcome Job Discrimination as an Older Worker
Ron from Austin, TX, asks, "I’m 61 and facing discrimination against older workers in my workplace. I don’t want to leave my job, but want my colleagues to see the value that I bring to our office. Any advice?"
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Keep Stress Down and Spirits High This Holiday Season
Monica from Huntsville, AL, asks, "I'm working extra through the holiday season, but I want to be there for my family, too. Any tips for keeping the holiday spirit without stressing out too much?"
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Find a Good Job By Kicking Procrastination to the Curb
You want to land a good job, but activities like searching for open positions, résumé writing, completing job applications and interviewing require time and can be stressful. It’s easy to procrastinate when you have so much work ahead of you. Thankfully, small steps can go a long way. Make a fresh start on your job search today by putting one or more of Goodwill's suggested steps into practice.
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Find a Job by Sharpening Your Soft Skills
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.
