Mission Blog Posts – Workforce Development

The point is that even though we're all working miles apart from one another, it doesn't mean we can't still have fun together while at work. It just needs to be virtual!

One of our goals for 2021 – besides survival – should be to reduce our use and dependence on jargon. Every industry does it. In the right setting, jargon can be used to effectively communicate with peers in a knowledge-based environment.

One must not neglect the environment behind the phone or computer screen. A decluttered work email inbox or personal phone photo collection can contribute to improving one's mental health and productivity. To help you get started, here are some tips to guide you through the digital decluttering process.

If not for the ingenuity and commitment of hundreds of Goodwill of Greater Washington associates as well as the support of our very generous community, 2020 could have ended very differently at our Goodwill.

The question is – what can we do with this newfound freedom? The absence of soul draining bumper-to-bumper crawls opens up a world of possibilities. Rather than using that extra time for “work”, think of it as “me” time.

Once celebration planning is in order and the virtual holiday party date is on everyone's calendars, it's time to start figuring out what you'll wear.....on a Zoom screen. Although COVID-19 has altered literally everything that we do, isn't it still worth trying to win your organization's holiday-themed, 'Best Dressed,' award?

It's hard to believe but the holiday season is already upon us. Like almost every other aspect of a traditional work environment, COVID-19 has forced us to rethink how we celebrate the holidays with our professional colleagues.

Small Business Saturday is this weekend – November 28th, to be precise. To say that small businesses are the backbone of local communities would be an understatement. However, before we discuss the benefits of supporting these establishments, here are a few facts:

It's time to get creative. To provide some inspiration in an effort to reenergize your thankful thinking cap, here are some thought-starters on ways to show colleagues and collaborators that you care, through Thanksgiving and beyond.

As part of Veterans Day celebrations, we'd like to take a moment to recognize the individuals within our Goodwill family, from partners to parents, who have demonstrated selflessness, courage and sacrifice, by serving our country.