Where is Lester?

At the Laguna Niguel IRS Office, there is one smile that, without fail, arrives to work every day. Behind this grin is an infectious joy that has garnered quite the reputation around the office. Not a day goes by where Lester’s presence and personality aren’t sought after and appreciated. With the help of Goodwill of […]

WITH HARD WORK COMES GREAT REWARDS

Think back to one of your first jobs. Were you in high school or was it during summer vacation? Were you excited, anxious or even scared? Think back to all the lessons you learned during your first work experiences. How to get along with coworkers, the importance of punctuality, and following a dress code. How […]

HOW THE TIERNEY CENTER CHANGED VINCE’S LIFE

Unhappy with his previous job in the civilian sector, Vince came to the Tierney Center for Veteran Services seeking help and resources to find new employment. With only $10 to his name, a struggling relationship with his family and unfulfilling attempts bartending and driving for Uber, Vince knew he had to make a change. He […]

ALSAY SHINES AT WALMART

With the help of Goodwill of Orange County’s Supported Employment Program, Alsay joined the Maintenance Team at a local Walmart in August 2017. In his first month on the job, Alsay needed a lot of help from his job coach- he couldn’t grasp how to keep track of his shifts or when to take breaks, […]