I was introduced to Goodwill Industries of Southern Oregon (Medford) through the Make Parenting a Pleasure class. The classes provided me with opportunities to make my family stronger, especially during some pretty difficult times in our family history. It was an intimate setting and I felt safe and empowered. Then, after having been unsatisfied with my progress in other available job search programs at the Department of Human Services (DHS), I requested to participate in the Goodwill Jobs program.
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Four Strategic Career Development Tips for Women
It’s the start of the new year and you’re looking for some inspiration. Could your career development plan use help to gain momentum? Women who report being successful and satisfied in their careers often engage in proactive planning. Here are some tips for strategic career development for women.
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Project Runway’s Tim Gunn and Mondo Guerra Help Raise $118,000 for Denver Goodwill
Emmy Award-winning fashion icon Tim Gunn and Denver-based designer Mondo Guerra hosted the fashion show fundraiser, Goodwill En Vogue at Denver Union Station on February 26. The event featured a fashion show put on by local high school students in Goodwill Industries of Denver’s (CO) career development programs and ultimately raised more than $118,000 for the agency.
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New Program Links Students with Career Exploration in Battle Creek, MI
Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan’s Heartland (Battle Creek) was recently highlighted in the Battle Creek Enquirer for the success of Goodwill Connects, which works to promote high school graduation, college and career readiness for students within the area’s four public school districts.
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My Story: Zachary Wilson
When I graduated from high school, I wanted to work to earn money. I didn’t want to go to college. I eventually came to Goodwill Industries of Central Iowa (Des Moines) to receive support in getting a job. I wanted someone to check up on me and see if I had any problems.
Write a Winning Résumé Even Without Work Experience
When it’s time to apply for the job you want, you’ll want to show why you’re perfect for it with a sparking résumé. But what if you don’t have work experience? How can you show that you have what it takes to do the job and do it well? Use these five pieces of advice to stand out.
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Johnstown Goodwill Helps Students Explore Careers in Demand
In late October, Johnstown, PA, area middle and high school students from eight school districts had the opportunity to take a close look into sought after, high-paying careers through Health Careers Week/Careers in Demand Week—a career exploration event organized by Goodwill Industries of the Conemaugh Valley (GICV) (Johnstown, PA), through services the agency operates at the PA CareerLink in Cambria County.
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GIRE, Social Advocates for Youth Partner to Help Local Teens
Goodwill Industries of the Redwood Empire (Santa Rosa, CA) and Social Advocates for Youth (SAY) have joined forces in a partnership that benefits homeless and low-income children, youth and families.
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Five Ways to Prepare for Your Annual Job Performance Review
At many companies, employees are expected to participate in performance review at the end of every year. While you may be tempted to try and get through the process as quickly as possible, know that the process of reviewing your accomplishments and outlining goals for next year with your supervisor is extremely important if you’re looking to advance your career within the company. Although all employers will have their unique processes and forms for conducting annual reviews, the following five tips will help you enter the review period with confidence.
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Grand Rapids Goodwill Offers Young Professionals Leadership Opportunities
Goodwill Industries of Grand Rapids (MI) is celebrating its seventh year of hosting Leadership Goodwill, formerly known as Young Leaders. The program has evolved from previous years to develop future leaders as advocates for Goodwill and to cultivate a pool of young professionals from which the agency can draw future board members. Leadership Goodwill accepts applications
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