Do you remember your first job interview? The nerves? The hope? The uncertainty? Well, we’re here to help! [Read more…] about Local Employers Assist Horizon Goodwill’s Job Seekers
The Top Ten Horizon Goodwill Blogs Of 2015
2016 is almost upon us, but before we ring in the new year, let’s take a look at the Top Ten Horizon Goodwill Blogs Of 2015. Did your favorite make the list? [Read more…] about The Top Ten Horizon Goodwill Blogs Of 2015
You Can Change A Life With A Cardboard Box
Hello, and thanks for checking back in! If you recall from last week I mentioned a truly incredible free service that can help you solve one of those problems many of us experience this time of the year, but are too busy to try to solve. Fortunately, there are much smarter people out there than me! I’m talking about the great team behind GiveBackBox.com. What? You’ve never heard of this totally free service? Well you’re about to! Roll up your sleeves, pour yourself a cup of coffee and get comfortable, because what I’m about to share with you will not only help answer the question as to what to do with all of those boxes that are a byproduct of holiday giving—it can also help change a life. [Read more…] about You Can Change A Life With A Cardboard Box
Unexpected Company This Thanksgiving? Horizon Goodwill To The Rescue!
Coffee is one of life’s simple pleasures I just can’t do without. That’s what was going through my mind Sunday morning as I waited for that delicious, caffeinated wonder to brew, tapping my fingers on the kitchen counter, staring as each excruciating drip fell ever so slowly into my mug. Maybe we should finally purchase one of those super fast brewers that make one cup at a time, but super quick for impatient guys like me—“Yes, of course you can all come for Thanksgiving!” Missy’s excited voice snapped me out of my post sleep haze. I’ve been married a long time, and even without coffee I can immediately read between the lines of her vocal inflections. She was far from thrilled about whatever news she just received. [Read more…] about Unexpected Company This Thanksgiving? Horizon Goodwill To The Rescue!
CEO John McCain Shares Horizon Goodwill’s Mission
Horizon Goodwill Industries’ CEO John McCain addressed Washington County business leaders Wednesday, November 4, 2015 during the ongoing Chamber of Commerce breakfast series “Eggs & Issues”.
“The unemployment rate in Washington County is 5.5 percent. The unemployment rate for a person with a disability is nearly twice that at 10.8 percent, so it becomes twice as hard to find a job when you have a disability,” McCain stated.
Mr. McCain proceeded to explain how Horizon Goodwill focuses on providing a variety of job training programs for area residents who face barriers to employment. “We’re in the service business, and the idea behind service, you focus on what you can do for someone, not what you can’t do for someone because you have this background, because you have this barrier. These are things that are open to you. Let’s work on getting those things and gettin you to where you can be.”
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90% of proceeds from all items donated that are sold at Horizon Goodwill’s local thrift stores goes towards funding these greatly needed job training programs.
Learn more about how you can help Horizon Goodwill Industries continue to help those with barriers to employment find gainful, meaningful work by clicking here.
Taking Off On Labor Day? Think Of Those Who Need Employment
Seriously. Labor Day is Monday. It just doesn’t seem possible! No joke, it feels like Valentine’s Day was just a month ago and Father’s Day, my absolute favorite holiday, took place just last week. What is happening to the concept of time? Am I the only one that can’t fathom the fact that in just the blink of an eye I’m going to be passing out Halloween candy, shoveling snow and thinking Spring all over again? One good thing about Labor Day, in addition to cookouts (with meat this year, not Veggie Burgers, right Missy?) and not being forced to get up at 6:00 am for work is the fact that, well, I have a job.
This wasn’t always the case, however, and I can sympathize greatly with those seeking gainful employment. There are many reasons I’m such a big fan of Horizon Goodwill, but without a doubt, to me, what makes this organization so special is their dedication to helping those with barriers to employment find work. Do me a little favor this holiday weekend, and think about how much you value your career. If you could, wouldn’t you help others gain the same security you have? Well, guess what, you can…and it’s easier than you might think. [Read more…] about Taking Off On Labor Day? Think Of Those Who Need Employment