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  • Employer resources: Guides, tools, and sources we trust

    • Dec 22, 2022

    The volume of advice for employers – heck, for hiring managers alone – can be overwhelming. To help, we’ve curated this list of articles from Work for Good and other sources we trust for the multi-faceted arts of hiring, retention, and management.

  • Jobseeker resources: Guides, services, and pros we trust

    • Nov 21, 2022

    Not everyone faces the same challenges – and the volume of advice online can be a challenge of its own. To help, we’ve curated a list of reliable sources for advice and services, including job-search guides for members of specific demographics: persons with disabilities, working parents, veterans, new graduates, and more.

  • Jobs of the week

    • Sep 27, 2023

    This week's mission-driven career opportunities include roles in Operations, Legal, Development, Human Resources, remote/hybrid jobs and more!

  • Our 5 best tips for managing remotely

    • Sep 5, 2023
    • The Management Center Knowledge Team

    Managing a remote team can be daunting. Check out these best practices for getting results while taking care of your people.

  • Recruiting right now: Strategize your talent acquisition

    • Aug 15, 2023
    • UST

    Filling vacancies without a plan could increase employee turnover just as you’re rebuilding. Consider these four steps for recruiting in a post-COVID world.

  • Work for Good platform how-tos: A roundup for jobseekers

    • Aug 10, 2023
    • Marc Schultz

    An updated collection of instructions for using Work for Good's on-hand tools to help in searching for and applying for jobs.

  • 7 ways to stay motivated while working from home

    • Aug 1, 2023
    • Molly Barnes

    Spending weeks in one spot can take a toll on productivity; fortunately, you can get restore your mojo by following just a few of these simple tips.

  • Negotiating your return to the office

    • Jul 26, 2023
    • Marc Schultz

    How do you advocate for a return-to-office plan that works for you? We’ve gathered tips to help you define your needs, pitch them to your manager, and stand firm in your decisions.

  • What your return-to-office plans need

    • Jul 25, 2023
    • Marc Schultz

    How can you get people back to the office thoughtfully, with respect for everything we’ve learned about employee needs and abilities over the past three years? To answer that, we’ve pulled together advice from some of our favorite sources.

  • Management lessons from Ted Lasso: The importance of clear goals and positive feedback

    • Jun 20, 2023
    • Chidiebere Ogbonnaya

    Even good managers like Lasso must sometimes choose between pursuing results and protecting team well-being. So how can we deliver ambitious targets without putting people’s well-being at risk?

  • Your opening (interview) line: 10 tips for a strong performance

    • Jun 15, 2023
    • Laura Paradise

    A job interview is your moment in the spotlight – but your message can get lost without the right stagecraft. Captivate your audience with openers (and closers) that land.

  • Addressing burnout in your resume, interview, and career

    • Mar 27, 2023
    • Kelli Karanovich

    What can you do if burnout has your career search stuck on pause? And what can you do to keep future burnout at bay? Learn three tips to help break the burnout cycle.

  • ​​What on-the-job professional development means (and how to ask for it)

    • Mar 27, 2023
    • Marc Schultz

    Whatever you’re looking for in your job, chances are it includes the opportunity to advance. How to get what you need? Get your employer (or prospective employer) to commit to on-the-job professional development.

  • Making professional development happen (for your people and your nonprofit)

    • Mar 22, 2023
    • Marc Schultz

    According to the recent research, the top two reasons for voluntary employee turnover – “better opportunities elsewhere” and “invisible career paths” – both come down to a lack of career growth.

  • 3 leadership tips to help employees avoid burnout

    • Mar 14, 2023
    • David Mizne

    Taking lessons from the “continuous performance management” approach, you can give your people the attention, environment, and extras they need to keep up the good work.

  • How to write a stand-out cover letter

    • Jan 27, 2023
    • Sandra A. MacKay

    Make yourself an easy “yes” with a cover letter that draws a direct line between the organization’s needs and your experience delivering on them.

  • 6 culture plays for better remote work

    • Jan 27, 2023
    • Maddie Grant and Jamie Notter

    Simple, actionable tips for boosting trust, togetherness, and teamwork among your people in the new online-first workplace.

  • How pay transparency pays you back

    • Jan 21, 2023
    • Marc Schultz

    The demand among jobseekers for salary ranges in job posts – and pay equity overall – has become impossible (and, in some cases, illegal) to ignore.

  • What your remote-work resume needs

    • Jan 9, 2023
    • Carson Kohler

    How to showcase remote-work skills – in focus, discipline, and communication – and ensure employers know you're up for the challenge.

  • What employees expect: 3 ways to attract and retain talent

    • Jan 9, 2023
    • Kelli Karanovich

    As we emerge from the worst of the pandemic, top employees and job candidates are seeking deeper levels of transparency, equity, and flexibility from the workplace.