A FEW WEEKS AGO . . . 

we touched a nerve. We provided coverage on a lack of meaningful connection embodied by unanswered email correspondence. We noted that despite ever increasing technological modes of communication, many of us feel more isolated and ignored than ever.

And while we framed the issue largely from the perspective of job seekers who feel ignored by job posters, we know that it takes two to tango - we heard an overwhelming response from people on both sides of the equation, some of whom were baffled by our audacity not to acknowledge the challenges present to their respective group.

All we can say is: we hear you loud and clear.

For the job posters out there that deal with applicants not following directions, no-show interviewees, or employees that quit on the spot - we hear you. We know that being an employer, especially a good one, can feel like a thankless job at times. It's easy for employees to overlook the lengths that you go to in keeping your operations up and running.

And to the job seekers that have spent hours crafting resumes, cover letters, and job applications only to hear nothing back, or to have been on dozens of interviews only to be passed up time and time again, or to have been undervalued and /or abused in the workplace - we understand why you feel frustrated and / or confused.

At the end of the day, there are people that are 'doing it right' on both sides of the fence. Our aim is to share the experiences, expertise, and insight of those that are committed to making a positive cultural shift.

So this week we are hoping to reward those that have something positive to contribute. We've got two ticket giveaways:

FOOD + ENTERPRISE SUMMIT // 1 TICKET a $350 value
April 8th - April 9th
Brooklyn, NY

Catalyzes connections between entrepreneurs and investors to finance a better local food system. Perfect for those interested in starting / running their own food business or understanding the intersection of food and finance.

NATIONAL YOUNG FARMERS COALITION 'GOOD DIRT'
DOCUMENTARY THEATRE + AFTERPARTY TO BENEFIT YOUNG FARMERS // 10 TICKETS a value of $250 each
April 10th 4 PM show // 6 PM afterparty
Brooklyn Arts Museum

Inspired by the farmers that they met near their home in the Hudson Valley, writer Jeremy Davidson and director Mary Stuart Masterson weaved a series of in-depth interviews with six farm families into a performance piece about the struggles and triumphs of farm life. Perfect for folks interested in the intersection of agriculture and art.

TO ENTER
Do you know an employer or an employee that has shown exemplary communication? If so, share your story in 100 words or less. Be sure to indicate which ticket (above) you'd like to snatch up (Food + Enterprise, Good Dirt, or Either).

Email us your stories by Wednesday April 6th at NOON for a chance to win one of 11 free tickets. (For those not local to NYC or unavailable for these events, we'd still love to hear from you - please don't hesitate to share your story).

Here's to increasingly genuine, meaningful connection.

Cheers,

Taylor & Dorothy
Co-Founders, Good Food Jobs