The Good Jobs Blog

Handprint’s field notes for purpose-driven companies and people about how to hire better, find meaningful work, and use business as a force for good.

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The Difference Between Mission, Vision, Purpose, and Values and Why They Matter

Conscious companies are deeply committed to having a positive impact. The best of them clearly communicate that commitment through their purpose, mission, values, and vision statements - but this can be hard to do! We’re going to walk you through each and explain how they are distinct, relevant, and important, as well as how these statements relate to one another.

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Job Seekers Cecilia Lopez Job Seekers Cecilia Lopez

Looking for Meaningful Work? Start With Self-Awareness

The global slowdown triggered by Covid-19 provided many of us with space to reflect on our lives. For many, this resulted in a desire to derive more meaning and purpose from our work. But meaningful work isn’t the same for all of us. So, to find your way, start by clarifying your values, interests, and favorite skills. This will help you seek out job opportunities that align with all three.

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Job Seekers Maren Keeley Job Seekers Maren Keeley

How to Identify and Focus Your Personal Impact

If you’re wondering how you can make a difference, you’re not alone. Many of us are looking for meaningful work to help drive change. But there are so many social and environmental issues, it can be difficult to identify and focus your personal impact. The United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals, also known as The Global Goals, are a great place to start if you’re looking for inspiration.

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Employers Cecilia Lopez Employers Cecilia Lopez

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Work

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace is an essential step toward a more equitable society - and it’s also good for companies. Building a diverse workforce improves the employee experience, increases engagement, and strengthens company performance. Diverse organizations are also more representative of the communities they engage with, enabling them to better serve their customers.

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Working in Alignment with Your Values

Our values guide our choices every day. From the small stuff like how to spend an afternoon to the biggest decisions of our lives, values are the root beliefs that guide action and help us lead a fulfilling life. Most of us can name at least a couple values that we hold dear, but fully integrating them into our livelihoods has the potential to bring much deeper meaning and purpose to our work.

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Job Seekers Cecilia Lopez Job Seekers Cecilia Lopez

Tips for a Successful First Week at Your New Job

All your hard work has paid off and you’ve landed the job. Congratulations! You’re off on an exciting new journey where you’ll get to meet new people and gain more experience. However, as you approach your first day, you may find your excitement is growing into nervousness, or even fear. But don’t worry, we’ve compiled a list of tips to help you feel grounded, prepared, and ready for your first week on the job.

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Job Seekers Cecilia Lopez Job Seekers Cecilia Lopez

Interview Tips for Landing Your Dream Job

Interviews are an opportunity for you, the job candidate, and your potential employer to get to know each other. Making a strong first impression matters, and careful preparation will ease your nerves and help you show up with confidence. Here are some strategies to help you present your best self and land the job.

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Future of Work Maren Keeley Future of Work Maren Keeley

Purpose and Meaning in the World of Business

Companies are waking up to the fact that having a purpose beyond profit is not just good for business, it’s essential. Profit can no longer be the only goal, nor the only metric for success. People’s expectations have evolved and they’re ready to support and advocate for brands that genuinely do good. Let’s take a look at why purpose and meaning matter to three key stakeholder groups.

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Chocolate on a Mission

Chocolate is a tasty treat loved by many and consumed in myriad ways worldwide. Despite its popularity and sweetness, chocolate is not without its dark side. Demand for cacao results in massive deforestation and there are human rights violations throughout the industry including child labor, poverty wages, and slavery. Learn about 3 chocolatiers on a mission to clean up this industry.

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Recruitment Marketing - Telling Your Company’s Story

Every business leader knows the importance of brand and product marketing. However, any business that markets exclusively to customers and clients is missing a key audience: future employees. To attract the talent that will set your company apart, you need a fresh approach to recruitment marketing. We’ve got a few tips and strategies to help you craft your story and recruit team members who will take up your mission as their own.

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Future of Work Maren Keeley Future of Work Maren Keeley

What is an Impact Company or Purpose-Driven Brand?

There’s a revolution happening in business right now. It’s a movement that’s been taking shape for many years, but it has gained great momentum in the past decade. Many are calling it the Purpose Revolution and it’s bringing tectonic shifts to the for-profit business world. The growing population of conscious consumers, impact investors, and individuals who want meaningful work are helping to usher in a new age of capitalism.

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