Getting To Work

In this episode, you'll learn about Silver Creek Farms, an aquaponics farm producing a few different varieties of lettuce on a year round basis. Discover how they use tilapia and bluegill in order to produce the nutrients to feed the plants, without using chemicals of any kind in their operation. 

Riley Hintzsche from Streator Township High School joins the program to discuss the technological changes in agriculture, as well as the various jobs and careers that exist within the industry.

In this episode, you'll hear about a special project that Workforce Enterprise Services is doing for NCI Works to help build a talent pipeline and labor force that is ready for the economy of the future. 

Patty Head, controller at F.N. Smith Corporation, joins the program to discuss how her company recruits new talent, and what qualities they look for in job applicants. She reveals some of the misconceptions and realities about jobs in advanced manufacturing, and how to transition into a career in manufacturing.   

Amy Strawn from Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center joins the program to discuss common mistakes to avoid that keep job seekers from getting that second job, and what qualities she looks for in applicants. She also shares tips for employers about how to attract job seekers. 

Joel Torbeck from BEST, Inc., joins the program to discuss what job seekers should consider when looking for a new opportunity, why this is a great time to be a job seeker, and resources that can help in finding the job of your dreams.