iBuild America Podcast

Every Student Counts: Inside the Heart of Job Corps


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Sometimes, all it takes is one person to see something in you.

Lorraine Lane sits down with Rodney Butler, Executive Director at Adams and Associates, to talk about a 25-year journey shaped by leadership, growth, and opportunity through Job Corps.

Rodney didn’t start where you might expect—from bowling alleys to finance, and eventually into leadership—his path is proof that careers aren’t always linear… but they are full of possibility.

What makes this conversation powerful isn’t just his story—it’s what it represents.

You’ll hear insights on:

• How Job Corps helps young people discover their leadership potential

• Why being “seen” can change the trajectory of someone’s life

• The importance of culture, communication, and continuous improvement

• How leadership skills can transfer across any path

• Why “every student counts” isn’t just a phrase—it’s a mindset

One message stands out:

Opportunity is everywhere—you just need someone to help you see it.

If you’ve ever wondered how leadership is built, how lives are changed, or why this work matters—this episode delivers.

Listen now, subscribe, and be part of building the next generation of leaders.


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