WORKFORCEPODS

From Getting to Work Podcast: This episode features an interview with coach, consultant, and author Oreste J. D'Aversa as he discusses the phenomenon of "quiet quitting" and "quiet firing." Discover what these terms mean, the problems that they create in the workplace, and how to address them. Oreste also shares advice for employers and employees about how to create win/win relationships at work. 

From North Coast Careers: Transportation can often be a barrier to employment for job seekers, and an impediment to the success of the local workforce. In this episode, you'll hear about Laketran - Lake County Regional Public Transportation, and what makes them such a successful transit system. Discover the efforts that Laketran is making to provide vitally important transportation services to the...

From Philadelphia Works Podcast: Philadelphia Works was recently awarded a $4.7 million dollar Apprenticeship Building America (ABA) Grant to expand registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships across Southeastern Pennsylvania. In this episode, Rebecca Ambrose, Director of Training and Apprenticeship at Philadelphia Works, joins the program to discuss the details of the grant and provide an...

In this episode, you'll learn about the resources available for ESL students in the region. Discover the difference between the terms ESL and ELA and why there has been a move away from the term "ESL." You'll also hear details about how an area business was supported in their English language training needs for workers. 

From Workforce Insights with Employ Milwaukee Podcast: This episode features a conversation with Nikki Purvis, President & CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin. Nikki discusses her career journey and reveals some of the biggest challenges that small businesses face. Nikki also shares her thoughts about how successful black-owned businesses play a critical role in closing th...

From Getting to Work Podcast: In this episode, you'll hear about the efforts underway to close the digital divide in rural areas. Discover the growing importance of reliable connectivity for all areas of life, including education, telemedicine, and flexible work. You'll also learn about digital equity and how people who live in rural areas can access financial assistance to help them secure reliab...

From the Will Works Podcast: This episode, recorded in recognition of Disability Employment Awareness Month, addresses the benefits for employers of hiring people with disabilities. Discover some common misconceptions that employers often have about people with disabilities and how employers can attract and retain this largely untapped labor pool. 

From the Dignity of Work Podcast: In this special 100 th  episode of The Dignity of Work, Cami Eakins, current CEO of Career Path Services, is joined by George Iranon, former CEO of Career Path Services and original host of the program, as they take a look back at the origins of the podcast and reflect on the evolution of the program. Cami and George talk about the importance of unchanging values...

From KRA's The Hub: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and in recognition of this, Patrick Boxall, Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer for KRA, and Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations, Strategic Initiatives at KRA, join the program for a discussion about advancing disability employment. Discover what businesses and workforce professionals should know...

From North Coast Careers Podcast: In this episode, we'll take a deeper look at the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Discover the purpose of WIOA, and who can take advantage of WIOA services. You'll hear about three different targeted populations covered by WIOA and the range of services including career counseling, resume assistance, childcare and more.  You'll also learn about som...

From Getting to Work Podcast: In this episode, you'll learn about the field of commercial truck driving and how to obtain your CDL (Commercial Driver's License). Discover why truck driving is in great demand and hear details about The Truck Driver Training Program at IVCC, which combines classroom presentation and hands-on experience that leads to a Class A commercial driver's license.

From WIN Podcast: In this episode, you'll learn about the creative efforts that are underway at Lake Land College to help meet workforce challenges. Discover the range of students who enroll at Lake Land, including the reentry population. You'll also hear about some exciting upcoming events! 

From the SkillUp America Podcast: This episode features an interview with Darrell "Coach D" Andrews, Founder of Darrell Andrews, LLC, and Associates, as he shares his powerful story of his experiences growing up and how he became a coach and workforce professional. Darrell also discusses the importance of self-care for workforce professionals. 

From What's Working with Tampa Bay Podcast: In this episode, you'll hear details about the aircraft maintenance tech certification program, and how it provides an evolutionary pathway for veterans and transitioning service members towards a rewarding career as an aviation maintenance technician. 

From the Dignity of Work Podcast: This episode features a continuation of the conversation with Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services, and Darrell "Coach D" Andrews, Founder of Darrell Andrews, LLC, and Associates, as they discuss the importance of wellness, well-being, and self-care. Discover the psychology of self-care and why self-care is so important in the workforce development field. 

From Career Channels Podcast: This episode features an interview with Mary Keen, Director of RIVEROAK Technical College and Jimmy Norris, Economic Development Director for Suwanee County. Discover the importance of partnerships in strengthening the ecosystem of workforce development and the types of programming available at RIVEROAK. You'll also hear about the prevalent industries in Suwanee Count...

This episode features an interview with Jamie Persinger, who was referred to Workforce WV by Jobs & Hope West Virginia. Jamie shares how she was able to utilize WIOA funding to obtain her Class A CDL license and how she has been able to improve her life with the support from Workforce WV and Jobs & Hope West Virginia. 

From the Early Care and Education Podcast: Joya Chavarin, Ed. D., was one of the original architects of ECE Apprenticeships in California. Her personal and professional lived experience as a black woman informs her understanding of what "walking the walk" of equity and diversity means in ECE professional development, and grounds her unwavering commitment to centering student success and workers' v...

From the Dignity of Work Podcast: In this episode Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services, shares her thoughts on the need for leaders to mitigate employee risk when it comes to COVID-19, while at the same ensuring that customer needs are met. Cami shares her thoughts on the limitations of virtual services and the decision-making process of balancing employee needs against customer needs, while d...

Garry A. Reichert, Lead Business Advisor for the Entrepreneur & Business Center (EBC) at Joliet Junior College joins the program to discuss his own career journey and the services that the EBC provides. Discover how the EBC supports both entrepreneurs that are creating a net new startup, or even small business owners that are looking to take their business to the next level. 

From Getting to Work podcast: In this episode, you'll discover the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for any organization, and how creating a strong, inclusive work culture can help with recruitment and retention. Discover the range of diversity traits and how many elements of diversity can be "below the waterline" and not necessarily visible to others. 

From CWA Today Podcast- Bob Lanter, Executive Director of CWA, is joined by guests Jessica Janniere, a national adversity expert and founder of Look Up and Beyond Inc, and Jocelyn Ford, Senior Scientist Product Development and Innovation at COTY, as they have a conversation about their experiences participating in the Look Up and Beyond Leadership Experience, Move Your Mountains curriculum, and ho...

From The Winning Strategy Podcast: In this episode, you'll hear a unique and inspiring story from an Executive Director of a workforce board about her own journey of growing up in and out of the foster care system and how she now helps individuals improve their lives. Discover how being curious, asking questions, and partnering with other organizations can lead to better outcomes. You'll also hear...

Kevin Kelly, Director of AWS Education Programs at Amazon Web Services, joins the program to discuss the importance of cloud computing for the future of work and the work that AWS Education Programs does to help prepare diverse learners to pursue in-demand cloud roles. Kevin reveals details about a recent global digital skills study and the growing need for technical knowledge due to the COVID-19...

From Workforce Waves Podcast: In this episode, you'll discover digital strategies that employers can utilize to attract and retain talent. Discover the importance of onboarding in retaining talent, and why employers need to list pay ranges when posting available jobs. You'll also hear about how having a positive organizational culture and an effective digital presence are crucial factors in talent...