WORKFORCEPODS

From The Dignity of Work Podcast: This episode is part of the series "What the Heck is Going on in Workforce" and features a conversation with Walter Simmons, President & CEO of Employ PG. Walter discusses the changes that have occurred in the workforce system over the past several years and shares how his organization has successfully increased its impact even during times of disruption. He also...

From Workforce Innovation News podcast: Teresa Metzger, McKinney-Vento Liason for The Regional Office of Education #11, joins the program to provide an overview of the McKinney-Vento Act and how she supports students facing homelessness. Teresa debunks misconceptions about what it means to be facing homelessness and discusses the resources available to help individuals stabilize their living situa...

From KRA's the Hub Podcast: Dr. Chris Laney, Director of Government Affairs & Workforce Strategy at Lightcast, joins the program to provide an update on the labor market and why we need to "expect the unexpected." Chris provides his reflections on current trends in the labor market and the implication of those trends on the workforce system. He also shares his thoughts on the possibility of a cool...

From Career Channels Podcast: In this episode, you'll hear from a panel of guests as they share their stories of getting their first job and share advice for anyone looking for that first job. Discover how to present yourself in a professional manner and how to get your foot in the door at a company. You'll also learn about why you shouldn't necessarily jump at the first job opportunity and what t...

This special episode of North Coast Careers, recorded in recognition of Ohio's In-Demand Jobs Week, features a conversation with Lt. Governor Jon Husted. Lt. Governor Husted speaks about the importance of In-Demand Jobs Week and the history behind its creation. He also discusses Ohio's TechCred program, which gives employers the chance to upskill current and future employees in today's tech-infuse...

From Getting to Work Podcast: Dr. Brian Hite, Founder and CEO of Begin Again Performance Psychology, returns to the program to discuss workplace culture and how to create a culture that helps employees to do their best work. Dr. Hite reveals how to get employee buy-in for organizational values and how leaders can reinforce those values at every level. Discover the connection between workplace cult...

From Workforce Insights with Employ Milwaukee: Tune in for a conversation with Jakeim Jackson-Bell, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Manager for the Milwaukee Bucks and Fiserv Forum Arena. Jakeim discusses his experience as an Employ Milwaukee board member and the important role that a Board of Directors plays in organizational activities and performance. You'll also hear about a rotational program...

From The Dignity of Work Podcast: This episode features the kick-off of a new series on the Dignity of Work outlining changing trends in the economy and workforce system. Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path services outlines the impetus for the series as well as her reflections from the 2023 NAWB Forum. She also shares her thoughts on what's different about this moment and why we need new solutions to...

From Workforce Innovation News: Heidi Cade, Family Advocate for C.E.F.S Head Start, joins the program along with Michelle Henry, a service program participant. Michelle shares her journey and why she reached out for support after losing her job and why she decided to pursue additional training. She also reveals how she overcame multiple obstacles along the way, including managing her studies while...

From Workforce Insights with Employ Milwaukee Podcast: This episode features a conversation with Christopher Polk, a returning guest who found meaningful employment as a formerly justice-involved individual, as well as Wylbur Holloway, Manager of Reentry Services for Employ Milwaukee. Christopher reveals the experiences that have molded him into the person that he is today and the importance of ha...

From Workforce Waves Podcast: In this episode, you'll learn about the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the services they provide to support entrepreneurs and small business owners. Discover how to access services and how the SBDC can connect entrepreneurs and small business owners to a support ecosystem. You'll also hear about how entrepreneurs were able to pivot and thrive d...

From Philadelphia Works Podcast: This episode features a conversation with Shawn Mott, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) consultant for Philadelphia Works. Shawn reveals the efforts that Philadelphia Works has made to keep the focus on DEI on a year-round basis. You'll also learn what organizations can do to center diversity, equity, and inclusion, and make it an integral part of their workpl...

From Workforce in Action Podcast: In this episode, we're joined by Lisa Patt McDaniel, CEO of the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio. In honor of Women's History Month we tackle topics such as career advancement and real-world networking. Lisa also shares about the catalyst for the Woman at Work Career Accelerator Program, an innovative, cohort-based model implemented to support women dis...

From What's Working with Tampa Bay Podcast: Dr. Byron Clayton, Senior Vice President and Chief of Sector Partnerships for CareerSource Tampa Bay, returns to the program to discuss the Career Pathways Portal. Dr. Clayton reveals details about the portal and how it helps individuals explore career options and pathways for high-demand sectors in Hillsborough County. You'll also hear about how the por...

From North Coast Careers Podcast: In this episode, you'll learn about the Pathways to Careers - Improving Post-Secondary Education Options for Students with Developmental Disabilities grant. Discover the history and purpose behind this grant, the types of in-demand fields that students can choose from, as well as some of the nationally recognized credentials that are being offered with these grant...

From Workforce Innovation News Podcast: Tune in for part two of a conversation about the future of work and preparing the future workforce. Discover the importance of starting early when helping students start their career exploration and how busy educators can incorporate career exploration into their work. You'll also hear about innovative methods of engaging students and helping them identify t...

This episode features a conversation with several staff from the Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board (NWWIB) as they discuss the elements that help to create a positive workplace culture. Discover how employers can help facilitate a workplace culture that attracts top talent and the connection between culture and employee motivation and retention. 

From the Winning Strategy Podcast: In this episode, you'll hear details about The CHIPS and Science Act (The Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science Act of 2022). The act is intended to strengthen American manufacturing, supply chains, and national security, and invest in research and development, science and technology, and the workforce of the future to keep the United...

From North Coast Careers Podcast: In this episode, you'll learn about the Wickliffe City School District Student Ten-Year Plan. The plan is a career and workforce development program where students engage in college and career planning as an intentional process of setting and achieving goals as part of a larger K-12 college and career readiness curriculum. Discover the efforts being made to ensure...

Dr. Brian Hite, Founder and CEO of Begin Again Performance Psychology, joins the program to discuss how leaders and employees can perform at their best. Dr. Hite reveals a different way to think about motivation and the limitations of a reward and punishment approach to motivation. Dr. Hite also discusses his work as a stuntman and some of the projects that he's worked on. To learn more about Dr....

From Work Talk Podcast: In this episode, you'll hear from Marty Holliday, Executive Director of the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area, and Deputy Director Jenny Bolte, as they provide an overview of some of the new regional funding for 2023 and the innovative services that the funding will provide. 

From The Dignity of Work Podcast: In this episode, Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services, discusses the importance of taking extended time off. Discover some of the barriers that leaders face when taking extended time to rest and recuperate. Cami also shares her thoughts about a new framework shared by the Surgeon General about workplace mental health and well-being. To learn more about that fr...

From North Coast Careers Podcast: In this episode, you'll hear about the history and mission of Lifeline, and the variety of resources that they have available to help residents who may be struggling with basic needs. You'll also hear details about Lifeline's New Beginning Initiative, which can help residents cover costs such as childcare, gas, car repairs, education, and more. 

From Hire Frequency Podcast: Meet Partnership staff who have found the magic sauce: they have fulfilling careers informed by their experiences and it's their job to help you find yours. Host Trina Whatley and guests Michael Cannon, Cynthia Rodriguez, and Joshua Williams discuss the programs that they lead and how they connect with the communities that they serve. Tune into this end-of-the-year epi...

From Getting to Work Podcast: Author and speaker Judy Balloff joins the program to share tips about how to retain and grow employees. You won't want to miss Judy's amazing story of overcoming serious health issues and starting a new career in her 60's!