Diversity & Inclusion
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
December 3rd, 1992, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed this day as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The inclusion of people with disabilities is an essential condition to upholding human rights, sustainable development, peace, and forward progress to equality. The global crisis of COVID-19 has deepened pre-existing inequalities, exposing the extent of exclusion and…
HIV/AIDS World Awareness Day and It’s Importance in the Workplace
December 1st is World AIDS Day and marks the 33rd anniversary of the global HIV campaign. This is a global effort for organizations and individuals to unite in support of people with HIV/AIDS, lessen the stigma, and increase awareness that one can now live a productive life with HIV/AIDS. Forty years ago, an AIDS diagnosis…
Transgender Day of Remembrance
The last two years have seen unprecedented progress in social awareness and employment opportunities for all people. As a staffing partner to a variety of industries, Goodwin Recruiting has been able to work side by side with our clients as they have made strides to celebrate diversity and provide inclusion. At Goodwin, our Diversity &…
Attracting Top Talent: What are Recruitment Strategies?
Recruiting great employees isn’t just about filling immediate roles, it’s also about laying the groundwork for future success. The impact of high-performing individuals can ripple throughout the company, bringing positive change to different areas of its operations and fueling long-term growth and competitiveness. That’s why it’s essential to assess your recruitment strategies. Recruitment strategies play…
Attract Today’s Top Talent by Focusing on Diversity
Published by: HR News – October 2021 Issue Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by Jessica Diamond It is no secret that the United States is in the midst of a severe talent drought. The business closures that defined much of the last year have given way to a surge of reopenings and, with them, a struggle…
Opinion: Breaking the Chains of Gender Bias
When you work in hospitality, it’s inevitable guests will complain about one thing or another. Comes with the territory! One issue I never gave much thought to before experiencing it firsthand was the way in which guests can react differently to female employees compared to male employees. I used to work at boutique and upscale hotel properties, and my…
Opinion: Are Straight White Males Being Penalized for Being Straight White Males?
That is a question that some straight white males seem to be asking recently, and the short answer is “No.” The long answer is, “No, you are not being penalized.” Just because women, people of color, the LBGTQ+ community, and other marginalized groups are finally getting access to certain opportunities that in the past almost automatically went to straight, white males doesn’t mean we are…
Why Celebrate Gay Pride as an Organization
June is Gay Pride Month throughout the world, and it marks the turmoil and protests within the LGBTQ+ community after the NYPD invaded the Stonewall Inn, a gay nightclub, in Greenwich Village, New York City, on June 28th, 1969. The experience of this milestone event galvanized this diverse community and their allies to come together…
COVID-19 vs. the Working Parent
COVID-19 – the global pandemic of our generation. Some of us were in the middle of the job hunt or in the process of securing new jobs when the pandemic hit full force. Schools and daycares were shut down; we were all on complete lockdown. Eventually, we have been allowed out of our homes, and…
What Changes Will the Restaurant Industry Sustain After COVID-19?
Few sectors have been hit harder by the pandemic than those within the multibillion-dollar hospitality industry. In the face of sudden and shocking disruption, yet known for its signature resilience, the restaurant industry has adapted and changed. Most immediate and notable are new approaches within the food and beverage (F&B) sector, the industry’s largest segment, where restaurant industry trends reflect bold innovation, shifting business models, and the creation of new paradigms for stability during and post-COVID-19. Restaurant operators, professionals, and essential workers are monitoring which trends are likely to…
