Triad Goodwill

Virtual Training: Interviewing Basics: How to Tell Your Story
2023-07-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Interviewing Basics: How to Tell Your Story on Wednesday, July 19 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM via Zoom.
This training session will help you prepare to articulate your skills, knowledge, and work experiences for your job interview. Learn how to address common interview questions and preparation strategies. Topics will include:

How to prepare for virtual interviews.
How to address difficult or uncomfortable questions, such as gaps in work experiences.
Employ effective and successful follow-up strategies.
Keys to re-branding yourself.
Identifying the appropriate attire for an interview.

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvd-2przMqGNYRDATqZz9iBkx3-p9m6pHP

Virtual Training: Skills for Career Advancement
2023-07-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Skills for Career Advancement on Monday, July 17 from 1:00PM – 2:00PM via Zoom.
Soft Skills are durable skills and the most in-demand skills for employers today. On-the-job training can teach you how to do the job, but navigating the workplace, working harmoniously with your coworkers, and dealing with a difficult supervisor are just a few areas where soft skills can be important. This course will cover topics such as:

Defining and understanding soft skills.
How you can acquire soft skills.
Why are soft skills important, and how can they be used for career advancement, promotion opportunities, and employment searching.
The top seven most in demand skills employers are looking for.

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArcOCgrz0oGdYaMKXY0Zxrl1c2rwm8xVx5

Careers On The Outside: Open Registration
2023-07-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
In-Person Event: Careers On The Outside Open Registration, every Monday from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Triad Goodwill’s Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene St. in Greensboro.
Careers On The Outside (formerly known as Jobs On The Outside) is a program designed specifically for individuals with justice involvement to assist with reentering the workforce. The program provides training opportunities that incorporate the individuals’ strengths, while teaching soft and concrete workplace skills, cognitive behavioral principals, job search best practices, placement assistance, and supportive services that lead to successful competitive employment.
Interested participants should register in-person at the Career Center to complete initial paperwork. Classes will be held at the Career Center Monday – Wednesday on designated class weeks.
For more information, interested participants should contact coto@triadgoodwill.org or call (336) 544-5311

Veteran Services: Information Session with Veterans Bridge Home Care Coordinators
2023-07-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Walk-in office hours with Veterans Bridge Home are on the third Friday of each month at the Triad Goodwill Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene Street in Greensboro, NC.
Veterans Bridge Home visits Triad Goodwill monthly to share resources and stories with veterans and their families in an effort to decrease suicide among veterans. The greatest factors that impact a successful and healthy life after military service are employment, housing, access to VA benefits, and social connections with other veterans.
VBH Care Coordinators have helped attendees:

change discharge statuses
obtain veteran-specific housing
get jobs at veteran-preferred employers
increase tax credits
and much more!

If any of these describe you, we encourage you to speak with VBH Care Coordinators at their next info session:

Combat or non-combat veteran
Service was domestic or international
Honorable or dishonorable discharge
Currently registered with the VA or not
Married veteran spouse or separated veteran spouse
Served in the military at least one day
Are a veteran with a criminal record

For questions, please contact the Career Center at 336.544.5305 or careerservices@triadgoodwill.org.

Virtual Training: How to Develop a Professional Resume
2023-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
How to Develop a Professional Resume on Wednesday July 12 from 1:00PM – 2:00PM via Zoom.
This training session teaches you how to prepare a professional resume that reflects your skills, knowledge, and experience that are relevant to the job you are seeking. Topics reviewed will include:

Defining what a resume is and its purpose.
Learning different resume formats and the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Step-by-step creation of the most common sections found on resumes.
Learning what information should be included and what mistakes to avoid.
How to prepare and develop a targeted resume.

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAucuyqrjMqHtwNcu4fSn1Tpuv8pwkARQ7J

Virtual Training: Job Searching Strategies
2023-07-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Job Searching Strategies on Tuesday, July 11 from 1:00PM – 2:00PM via Zoom.
Searching for a job can be a difficult and sometimes frustrating task. This training session is designed to assist you with the most current job-searching methods and to develop a plan to maximize your searching potential. Topics reviewed will include:

Learning the concept of networking and how this can enhance your job search.
Develop strategies for a targeted job search.
How to use keywords for your online job search.
Uploading your resume into online accounts.

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsd–vqDksGt0Ut_svr-cq0m1Rcoo3kUwh

Virtual Training: Developing A Growth Mindset
2023-06-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Developing A Growth Mindset on Wednesday, June 28 from 2:00PM – 3:00PM via Zoom.
Winston Churchill was quoted as saying, “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” This gave meaning to the concept of having a growth mindset – seeing the opportunities instead of the barriers or obstacles. Possessing a growth mindset can be the difference between a successful and fulfilling career and life and a menial existence just to pay the bills. In this course, we cover topics that include:

Defining and understanding what it means to have a growth mindset
What a growth mindset is and isn’t
How a growth mindset differs from a fixed mindset
The importance of having a growth mindset and the benefits it brings
Tips to developing a growth mindset and manifesting your own success.

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkcOyqqzkqH92tYcTwXpeF4aoM4Zsa4COF

In-Person Training: Employability Skills Session II
2023-06-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Employability Skills Session II on Tuesday, June 27 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Triad Goodwill Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene St. in Greensboro, NC.
Being happy and satisfied with your job can be the best thing that happens to you. When a person enjoys their employment, they have better health and life balance. This course will cover:

Interpersonal skills in the workplace and how they will make you successful
Recognizing appropriate and inappropriate workplace relationships
Understanding proper workplace conversations and etiquette
How to deal with difficult people
Learning different communication styles in the workplace
Interpreting payroll practices and reading paystubs
Gaining a grasp of what being a dependable employee means
Punctuality and attendance practices in the workplace
Learning how to properly leave a job

Click to register: https://form.jotform.com/TriadGoodwill/training-interest-form

In-Person Training: Employability Skills Session I
2023-06-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Employability Skills Session I on Monday, June 26 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the Triad Goodwill Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene St. in Greensboro, NC.
Finding a job that is right for you can be fun and exciting. Goodwill Industries of Central NC strives to assist individuals with finding the job that is a right fit for them, as well as, employment that is sustaining for themselves and their families. During this course, individuals will engage in training about planning for employment and what to expect once you start your new job. Topics for this training include:

Setting goals and working on a plan to accomplish those results
Understanding networking and how it can help you in finding employment
Identifying successful job-searching tips
Learning the components of a resume and how to tailor it for employment
Understanding the interview process and how to deal with uncomfortable circumstances
Navigating the workplace once you get a job
Understanding job descriptions, employee handbooks, and other documents you will encounter on your job
Understanding the proper chain of command in a workplace

Click to register: https://form.jotform.com/TriadGoodwill/training-interest-form

Careers On The Outside Orientation / Classes
2023-06-26 10:00 - 2023-06-28 16:00 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
In-Person Training: Careers On The Outside Orientation / Classes at Triad Goodwill’s Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene St. in Greensboro.
Careers On The Outside (formerly known as Jobs On The Outside) is a program designed specifically for individuals with justice involvement to assist with reentering the workforce. The program provides training opportunities that incorporate the individuals’ strengths, while teaching soft and concrete workplace skills, cognitive behavioral principals, job search best practices, placement assistance, and supportive services that lead to successful competitive employment.
Interested participants should register in-person at the Career Center on open registration days (every Monday from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.) to complete initial paperwork.
Classes will be held at the Career Center on Monday – Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on designated class weeks.
For more information, interested participants should contact coto@triadgoodwill.org or call (336) 544-5311

Virtual Training: Becoming More Resilient
2023-06-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Becoming More Resilient on Wednesday, June 21 from 3:00PM – 4:00PM via Zoom.
The Becoming More Resilient training is designed to provide learners with information on dealing with and bouncing back from the difficult challenges in life. We all have had to bounce back from a difficult situation or unexpected circumstances; this session will provide you with strategies for handling pressure and persevering through significant challenges. Maintaining a positive outlook can be vital for stress management and life balance. In this session, we will explore these strategies and more.
Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErd-ysrTopEtyv5fe1NnTyl_6huST6jUFJ

Virtual Training: Computer Software Skills
2023-06-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Computer Software Skills on Wednesday, June 21 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM via Zoom.
NorthStar Digital Literacy, (MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point, Google Docs, Using Social Media)
The Computer Software Skills will explore skills associated with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Google Docs and the use of Social Media. The class will be an initial meeting to discuss the software, and then the student will follow up with on-demand, self-paced lessons on the topics through NorthStar Digital Learning.
Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpfuisqzMtGNSPNg40_B2D5OsjWWSqSpb_

In-Person Training: Essential Computer Skills
2023-06-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Essential Computer Skills on Tuesday, June 20 from 10:00AM – 11:30AM at the Triad Goodwill Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene St. in Greensboro, NC.
The Essential Computer Skills course is designed to assist individuals with learning the basics of computer operation. Digital skills are a vital part of everyday life and necessary for success in the workplace. This course will cover topics such as:

Learning to log on and shut down computers and other devices
Navigating computer functions
Troubleshooting basic computer challenges
Setting preferences for computer use
Basics of email use in your personal and professional life
Best practices for writing emails, and how to manage their inboxes for better efficiency
Online safety concepts to help protect you when using email

*The initial meeting is in-person, then there will be on-demand lessons through NorthStar Digital Learning.
Click to register: https://form.jotform.com/TriadGoodwill/training-interest-form

Veteran Services: Information Session with Veterans Bridge Home Care Coordinators
2023-06-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Walk-in office hours with Veterans Bridge Home are on the third Friday of each month at the Triad Goodwill Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene Street in Greensboro, NC.
The greatest factors that impact a successful and healthy life after military service are employment, housing, access to VA benefits, and social connections with other veterans. Veterans Bridge Home (VBH) is that bridge that connects Veterans with the resources needed to thrive. VBH visits the Triad Goodwill monthly to share resources and stories with veterans and their families.
VBH Care Coordinators have helped attendees:

change discharge statuses
obtain veteran-specific housing
get jobs at veteran-preferred employers
increase tax credits
and much more!

If any of these describe you, we encourage you to speak with VBH Care Coordinators at their next info session:

Combat or non-combat veteran
Honorable or dishonorable discharge
Currently registered with the VA or not
Married veteran spouse or separated veteran spouse
Served in the military at least one day
Are a veteran with a criminal record

For questions, please contact the Career Center at 336.544.5305 or careerservices@triadgoodwill.org.

Thriftanista Tour 2.0 - W Market St., Greensboro
2023-06-15 10:00 - 20:00 | Goodwill #029, 4808 West Market St., Greensboro, NC, 27407, United States
Calling all Thriftanistas! Join us for our 2022-2023 Thriftanista Tour 2.0! We’ll be packed with name-brand, handpicked looks we think every fashionista – and Thriftanista will love.

Our FINAL stop is in Greensboro on Thursday, June 15th
4808 W Market St., Greensboro, North Carolina 27407
Doors open at 10AM!

Learn more about our Thriftanista Tour: https://www.triadgoodwill.org/the-thrift-a-nista-tour-2-0/

Virtual Training: Effective Communications
2023-06-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Effective Communications on Tuesday, June 13 from 3:00PM – 4:00PM via Zoom.
The exchange of ideas and information in the workplace happens all day, every day. Effective communication is important because how a message is sent or received is vital to operations, coworker relationships, and project management. Effective communication can also play a role in you feeling heard at work and ensuring you are clear about your plans, needs, and wants. This course teaches the concepts of effective communication and covers topics such as:

Defining effective communication
Defining the 5 C’s of effective communication
Tools to development effective communication strategies
And more

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctf–uqTItG9Olv4O_trjV2J01K__9IdOW

Virtual Training: Job Searching Strategies
2023-06-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Job Searching Strategies on Tuesday, June 13 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM via Zoom.
The Job Search Strategies training session is designed to assist students with current job-searching methods. Job searching seems easy enough, right? There are strategies and practices that can help you find and land your desired job. This course will cover topics such as:

Learn current job search strategies and methods
Develop a job search plan to maximize your search potential
Learn the concept of networking and how this can enhance your search
Develop targeted searches
Incorporating social media into your job searching

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsfu6qrDgqHdSsfVn4mDKWqa5GexNmg_U-

Virtual Training: Soft Skills to Succeed
2023-06-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Soft Skills to Succeed on Wednesday, June 7 from 3:00PM – 4:00PM via Zoom.
Soft Skills are the most in-demand skills for employers today. On-the-job training can teach you how to do the job efficiently, but navigating the workplace, working harmoniously with your coworkers, and dealing with a difficult supervisor are just a few areas where soft skills can be important. This course will cover topics such as:

Defining and understanding soft skills
How you acquire soft skills
Why are soft skills important, and how can they be used for career advancement, promotion opportunities, and employment searching
The top 7 soft skills that are most in demand by employers

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodeqrpj4pHNxLuDZI_UOUVwUwTdNOo3OO

Virtual Training: Creating a Professional Resume
2023-06-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Creating a Professional Resume on Wednesday, June 7 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM via Zoom.
Learn ways to bolster your resume appropriately, include information relevant to the career or job you are seeking, and incorporate various levels of work experience, including those obtained during incarceration. Topics discussed include:

Defining what a resume is and its purpose
Learning different resume formats and the advantages and disadvantages of each
Step-by-step creation of the most common sections found on resumes
Knowing ways to bolster your resume appropriately
Learning what information should be included and what pitfalls to avoid
How to Prepare and develop your resume

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtf-CqrDMjGNV2KeAku_AGMjH4pCJ3PcOj

Expungement Clinic
2023-06-06 14:30 - 16:30 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Come learn if you qualify for an NC expungement. Legal Aid of North Carolina will be visiting the Greensboro Career Center at Triad Goodwill to provide information on how to obtain an expungement and eligibility for expungement services.
Please note that this clinic is for informational purposes only.
Legal Aid of North Carolina is a statewide, nonprofit law firm that provides free legal services in civil matters to low-income people, in order to ensure equal access to justice and to remove legal barriers to economic opportunity.

In-Person Training: Essential Computer Skills
2023-06-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Greensboro Career Center, 1235 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Essential Computer Skills on Tuesday, June 6 from 2:00PM – 3:30PM at the Triad Goodwill Career Center at 1235 S. Eugene St. in Greensboro, NC.
The Essential Computer Skills course is designed to assist individuals with learning the basics of computer operation. Digital skills are a vital part of everyday life and necessary for success in the workplace. This course will cover topics such as:

Learning to log on and shut down computers and other devices
Navigating computer functions
Troubleshooting basic computer challenges
Setting preferences for computer use
Basics of email use in your personal and professional life
Best practices for writing emails, and how to manage their inboxes for better efficiency
Online safety concepts to help protect you when using email

*The initial meeting is in-person, then there will be on-demand lessons through NorthStar Digital Learning.
Click to register: https://form.jotform.com/TriadGoodwill/training-interest-form

Virtual Training: Cover Letter Fundamentals
2023-06-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Cover Letter Fundamentals on Tuesday, June 6 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM via Zoom.
The cover letter serves an important and often underappreciated role in the job searching process. A well written cover letter can be the difference in getting that interview. This session will explore the role this document plays in your job search and why it is so important. Topics include:

Understanding basic structure of a cover letter
Tips to get the most value out of the letter
Basics writing and grammar fundamentals
How the letter can become a great first impression
And more

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrcuytpj8rHdeAwZcmYyiHIZ6XFGuK2XXV

Virtual Training: Computer Software Skills
2023-05-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Computer Software Skills on Wednesday, May 31 from 2:00PM – 3:00PM via Zoom.
NorthStar Digital Literacy, (MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point, Google Docs, Using Social Media)
The Computer Software Skills will explore skills associated with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Google Docs and the use of Social Media. The class will be an initial meeting to discuss the software, and then the student will follow up with on-demand, self-paced lessons on the topics through NorthStar Digital Learning.
Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMufu6oqz0tE90aZagMUFdmdRtjKKxc8XlS

Virtual Training: Effective Communications
2023-05-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom, Email for Details, NC, United States
Effective Communications on Tuesday, May 30 from 2:00PM – 3:00PM via Zoom.
The exchange of ideas and information in the workplace happens all day, every day. Effective communication is important because how a message is sent or received is vital to operations, coworker relationships, and project management. Effective communication can also play a role in you feeling heard at work and ensuring you are clear about your plans, needs, and wants. This course teaches the concepts of effective communication and covers topics such as:

Defining effective communication
Defining the 5 C’s of effective communication
Tools to development effective communication strategies
And more

Click to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkde2pqDooG90rBYBMNLyTONvfFKTILYJ4
