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Goodwill worked in partnership with The Dominican Center to host their Earn and Learn Program participants for a day of education at the James O. Wright Center for Work and Training

Goodwill took part in the Beautiful Questions project which was created to connect with older adults who may have limited interactions with others. Drivers for Goodwill’s meal delivery program distributed Beautiful Questions postcards as part of their daily routes.

Goodwill is proud to announce that Lysander Jones, janitor at Goodwill Great Lakes has been selected by SourceAmerica as the 2021 William M. Usdane Award winner.

Goodwill Industries of Metropolitan Chicago will open a store & donation center in Melrose Park, Illinois.

Goodwill is highlighting the important work being done by employer partners like The Milwaukee Bucks around mental health awareness. The organization has worked with Goodwill’s Individual Placement and Support (IPS) team.

With the employment outlook bright in many areas, workers both young and old are preparing to reenter the workforce. Here are six things to consider if you’re looking to reenter the workforce.

Mental health is an important part of a person’s overall health. In the workplace, when employees prioritize their health and well-being, everyone benefits.

While shopping secondhand may not completely offset the harm that the fast fashion industry is causing to our environment, reducing that harm even a little can have a huge impact. Each year, we keep hundreds of millions of pounds of items out of local landfills by recycling and repurposing everything from clothing to plastic toys.

Goodwill works to highlight opportunities for job training and social service offerings that help people who have been involved in the justice system find jobs and support their families and work to create safer communities.

Goodwill's chief of staff & vice president – president’s office shares career advice for women.

For over 11 years, Elizabeth has worked at Goodwill which has proven to be a very fulfilling way for her to give back to the community

Despite his new degree and a wide range of skill sets, Daniel lacked confidence in his interviewing skills and needed help securing a full-time position. See how Goodwill Employment Services helped him.

According to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), age discrimination is identified as prejudice against individuals who are age 40 and up.

People-first language places the emphasis on the person rather than their level of ability. The use of people-first language can help support those around us and provide a greater sense of well-being in our communities and workplaces.

Today, many employers are adopting new technologies and practices for vetting job candidates – including integrating live Zoom and recorded interviews into their hiring processes. Regardless of whether it’s a recorded or Zoom interview, there are some things to keep in mind before your interview.

Whether your interview is virtual, on the phone, or in person, it is your first opportunity to make a good first impression. Here's how you can prepare for a job interview and avoid the top mistakes candidates make.

Learn how to answer tough behavioral interview questions whether your interview is by phone, virtual or in person, plus get tips on how to prepare and articulate why you’re the best person for the job.

Preparation is key for virtual interviewing. Ready to be the stand-out candidate? Follow our four simple steps below to prepare for a virtual interview.

When you think about how to prepare for a virtual or phone job interview, it’s important to treat each opportunity seriously. To help you navigate through this process, follow these tips that will teach you how to prepare for a job interview.