Running on Empty: Why Work-Life Balance Is the Ultimate Burnout Prevention StrategyBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.In today’s fast-paced, always-connected world, the line between work and personal life has become increasingly blurred. Emails follow us home, deadlines creep into...
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Challenges and Solutions for Applicants with Criminal Records
Challenges and Solutions for Applicants with Criminal RecordsBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.Finding employment with a criminal record presents substantial challenges, yet thousands of people overcome these obstacles every year through persistence, preparation, and strategic...
Avoiding Common Mistakes on a Resume
Avoiding Common Mistakes on a ResumeBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.A well-written resume is one of the most powerful tools a job seeker can have. It serves as a first impression for employers and can determine whether an applicant moves forward in the hiring process....
Smart Searching: Using AI to Land Your Next Job
Smart Searching: Using AI to Land Your Next JobBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.The modern job market is rapidly changing, and technology continues to reshape how people look for work. One of the most significant innovations transforming this process is artificial intelligence...
Remaining Positive When Searching for a Job in the Current Economic State of Uncertainty
Remaining Positive When Searching for a Job in the Current Economic State of UncertaintyBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.Job searching can be challenging under the best of circumstances, but in today’s unpredictable economic climate it can feel especially daunting. Rising costs...
The Resume Fix: How to Stand Out by Avoiding Common Mistakes
The Resume Fix: How to Stand Out by Avoiding Common MistakesBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.Your resume is often your first impression with a potential employer, and even small mistakes can cost you a job opportunity. While crafting a resume may seem straightforward, many job...
How to Comeback Stronger After a Career Setback
How to Comeback Stronger After a Career SetbackBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.Career setbacks are an inevitable part of professional life. Whether it's being passed over for a promotion, losing a job, facing conflict with coworkers, or not meeting performance expectations,...
Adapting for the Future: AI and Automation in the Workforce
Adapting for the Future: AI and Automation in the WorkforceBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming the modern workplace at a rapid pace. While these technologies offer significant benefits in terms of efficiency, accuracy,...
Ghost Jobs: The Invisible Trap Haunting Job Seekers
Ghost Jobs: The Invisible Trap Haunting Job SeekersBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.In today's digital job market, job seekers frequently encounter "ghost jobs"—listings for positions that are never actively filled. These job postings create false hope, waste applicants’ time,...
Growing Your Career: The Power of Learning Something New
Growing Your Career: The Power of Learning Something NewBrian S. Finch, Ed. D.In today’s evolving job market, advancing your career requires more than just doing your job well. To stay competitive and open the door to new opportunities, it is essential to actively...
Navigating the Digital Job Market: Staying Safe Online
In today’s digital age, the internet has revolutionized how people search for work. Online job portals, company websites, and networking platforms make it easier than ever to connect with potential employers. However, the convenience of online job searching also comes...
Building Confidence for a Job Interview: A Guide to Success
Job interviews are a pivotal step in securing employment, yet they often evoke anxiety and self-doubt. Nerves are normal. Anxiety can show up both before and during an interview. It stems from several factors, including the fear of the unknown, the desire to make a...
Unlock Your Next Opportunity: 10 Job Search Tips That Work
Job searching can be a challenging and sometimes overwhelming experience. However, with the right strategies, you can increase your chances of landing the perfect job. Here are my top 10 job searching tips to help you stay focused, efficient, and successful in your...
Success Story: Erica P.
“I want to work,” was one of the first things Erica told her discharge officer while preparing to leave jail in January of 2023. By February, she was enrolled in Triad Goodwill’s Careers On The Outside (COTO) program and applying for jobs.
Three Easy Steps to Becoming a Better Listener
“One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say.” -Bryant H McGill Do you want to improve your relationships, both personal and professional? Communication is the key to any relationship. In order to communicate effectively,...
Morrow Town Moving Forward Coming Soon
Triad Goodwill’s Burlington Career Center has joined forces with several organizations within the Morrow Town Task Force for their second annual Career and Resource Fair, Morrow Town Moving Forward, on Thursday, June 27! The Morrow Town Task Force is a collection of...
5 Tips to Making a Good Impression in a Job Interview
Learn from our Burlington Career Center’s Chris Sullivan how to make a good impression in a job interview! 1. Be Prepared to Sell Yourself A job vacancy is a problem for the interviewer, so be the solution to their problem. Anyone can say they have a skill, so make...
















