Students will soon be heading back to school. Why not send them back in style as inexpensively and as stylishly as possible? [Read more…] about “School Days, School Days, Good Old Golden Rule Days”
A Fly On The Wall Conversation…You Never Know What You’ll Hear
I like to work from home sometimes, not a lot, but sometimes. With the recent cold weather leading to school closings, my daughter, and all of her classmates for that matter, has been spending more time at home as well. Anyway, last week I was working at my desk and Kaitlyn, my second-grader, was playing with this educational tablet device thing that “Santa” left for her. Little did I know she was recording my speakerphone conversation with Deb from Horizon Goodwill. Want to read the transcript? Of course you do! [Read more…] about A Fly On The Wall Conversation…You Never Know What You’ll Hear
A Horizon Goodwill Blog Year In Review
Out with the old and in with the new….but not so fast! As we look forward to 2015 we thought it would be fun to take a look back at some of our most popular blog articles from the past year. We’ve covered everything from helping others through clothing donations to the amazing wealth of business solutions Horizon Goodwill offers to local employers. It was also a very fascinating experience watching how one man learned first hand everything Goodwill Industries does on a daily basis to help local communities. We must admit, however, we were totally shocked by what article came in at Number One! Curious? [Read more…] about A Horizon Goodwill Blog Year In Review
A Holiday Story From Horizon Goodwill
‘Twas the Holiday Season, my favorite time of year,
when caring and giving fills my heart with good cheer.
I consulted my list of family and friends,
Looking and thinking of present buying trends. [Read more…] about A Holiday Story From Horizon Goodwill
3 Tips To Acing The Interview (The Last One Will Blow You Away!)
It’s funny how a simple conversation with an old friend can lead to a philosophical discussion about finding the perfect job. Let me tell you about how a recent chat lead me to this week’s article and how, regardless of your work history, my past interviewing experience can help you land that perfect position. [Read more…] about 3 Tips To Acing The Interview (The Last One Will Blow You Away!)
10 Ways to Become Better at Your Job Today
No matter how good you are at your current job, there’s always room for improvement. This month, Horizon Goodwill Industries challenges you to work harder and take steps to become a better employee tomorrow than you were today. Here are 10 things you can do to be better at your job this month.
- Get Organized. Make a to-do list (and stick with it!), clean up your email, and keep a detailed schedule of meetings and other important deadlines. Don’t let papers or assignments sit on your desk for days.
- Be professional. Show up to work on time or ten minutes early every day, dress professionally, and avoid goofing off with coworkers. It’s important to be friendly and personable at work, but constantly fooling around wastes your time, your employer’s time, and your coworkers’ time.
- Listen carefully. Pay close attention to the details of tasks you’re assigned, listen closely to your boss’s and coworkers’ suggestions, and follow through to exact details.
- Stop trying to multitask. According to a Stanford University study, heavy multitaskers have much weaker concentration than those who focused on one or two projects at a time. Tackle your assignments, the top priority first, then move on to the next thing as soon as possible.
- Stay positive. Being confident in your work, smiling, and even proper posture can affect your attitude in the workplace. The more positive you are while working, the more positive the impact you will have on your own life and your workplace.
- Strengthen your relationship with your boss. Don’t only rely on your monthly performance review to exchange feedback with your employer. If your schedule allows, ask to meet with your boss weekly to address issues you’re experiencing, ask for feedback and prevent miscommunication in the future.
- Be productive outside of work. The more knowledge of your industry you can bring to the workplace, the better. Follow industry leaders on social media, sign up for industry newsletters, or take a computer workshop or training seminar to stay abreast of new skills and opportunities for education.
- Cultivate good relationships with coworkers. How you treat and are treated by your coworkers matters. Always treat others with respect and kindness. Avoid associations with coworkers who disrespect or talk unkindly about others. This reflects poorly on you, too.
- Be a part of the solution, not the problem. If something is wrong in your workplace, offer a suggestion for a solution. Instead of complaining about what’s wrong, be more vocal about how these issues can be improved.
- Take breaks. It’s important to realize when you need to step away from your desk and take a breather. Working yourself too hard or pushing yourself past exhaustion can cause burnout or make you feel overworked. A short break during the workday or a vacation (if you have the time) can help you relax and recharge.