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Host James Drudge talks with Rhonda Priest, Program Manager for Certified Public Manager & Business Training at LCCC, about creating respectful, high-performing teams.

Discover how to:

• Foster civility and strong communication
• Recognize and reduce unconscious bias
• Bridge generational differences
• Coach and develop employees for long-term success

Whether you lead a department or just want to strengthen your own skills, this conversation is packed with practical strategies you can use right away.

🔗 Learn more: lccc.wy.edu/workforce | [email protected]

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Starting a business is tough, but you don’t have to go it alone.
 Host James Drudge talks with Lindsey Stutheit, Director of the Business Studio at LCCC, about free and low-cost trainings designed for entrepreneurs.

Discover how to:

• Build employee handbooks and manage HR challenges
• Create marketing campaigns and websites that drive sales
• Master bookkeeping and QuickBooks with expert guidance

With flexible formats and powerful networking opportunities, these programs give small business owners the skills—and connections—they need to succeed.

📩 Details & newsletter sign-up: https://www.lccc.wy.edu/businessStudio/index.aspx
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In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, host Lindsey Stutheit interviews James Drudge, Program Manager for LCCC’s CDL program, about how to start your journey toward a high-demand career in trucking.

James explains what it takes to apply, what documents are required, and how students can use state grants or GI Bill funding to cover the full cost of training. You’ll also hear how CDL training can fit around family, lifestyle, and even part-time work — plus real student success stories, including a graduate who made over $180,000 her first year.

🎙️ Presented by: LCCC Outreach & Workforce Development
📍 Location: Cheyenne & Laramie, Wyoming
🔗 Learn more: lccc.wy.edu/cdl

📧 Contact: [email protected]

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We know you were looking forward to today’s episode, but in honor of Thanksgiving—first declared a U.S. holiday in 1863 by President Lincoln—we’re taking a brief break to enjoy time with family and friends.

The Beyond the Classroom: LCCC Outreach & Workforce Development team will be back next Wednesday morning with a brand-new conversation to keep you inspired and informed.

Thanks for listening and supporting our mission to share the stories of education and workforce growth across Laramie County Community College.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at LCCC!

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In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, host James Drudge visits LCCC’s Laramie Campus to talk with Jessica Ford, Adult Education Program Coordinator, about the English as a Second Language (ESL) program that’s changing lives in Wyoming.

Jessica shares how ESL helps learners master English for work, college, and daily life — plus some inspiring student success stories that show how community and language can open doors.

If you’re passionate about lifelong learning, workforce opportunity, or helping others succeed, this conversation offers insight into the power of language and connection.

🎙️ Presented by: LCCC Outreach & Workforce Development
📍 Location: Laramie, Wyoming
💻 Learn more: lccc.wy.edu/workforce

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How does business training support Wyoming’s workforce? In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, James Drudge talks with Jamie McKim about the programs available at LCCC’s Laramie Campus that are shaping stronger employees and stronger businesses.

From Excel, QuickBooks, and Google Suites to customer service, leadership, and emotional intelligence, LCCC offers flexible, data-driven training that meets real employer needs. Jamie also shares success stories, explains how businesses can request customized training, and highlights how local professionals can give back by teaching classes.

If you’re an employer looking to upskill your team, an employee ready to grow your career, or a community member interested in teaching, this episode is packed with insights on how LCCC is building a better workforce in Laramie and beyond.

📌 Learn more at: https://www.lccc.wy.edu/workforce

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Moving from “great employee” to effective supervisor takes more than a new title.
 In this Beyond the Classroom episode, host James Drudge sits down with Rhonda Priest to explore how LCCC’s leadership and supervisor trainings help professionals transition smoothly into management.

From communication and listening workshops to team-building assessments, conflict resolution, and the power of emotional intelligence, Rhonda shares practical steps anyone can use to lead with confidence.

🎯 Perfect for:

• New or aspiring supervisors
• Business leaders wanting stronger teams
• Anyone seeking professional growth

👉 Details & enrollment: lccc.wy.edu/workforce
| [email protected]

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From offices to construction sites, safety impacts every workplace. Host James Drudge talks with Christie Goertel about LCCC’s comprehensive safety programs—OSHA 10/30, AHA CPR & First Aid, fall protection, backflow prevention, and fully customized training for any industry.

Discover why insurance companies and government contracts increasingly require these certifications and how LCCC keeps classes engaging, affordable, and up to date.

📩 Learn more or request a custom program: [email protected]
| lccc.wy.edu/workforce

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In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, we flip the script! 🎙️ Lindsey Stutheit interviews James Drudge, CDL Program Director at LCCC, about what it really takes to earn your Commercial Driver’s License and start a trucking career.

From new federal requirements and training options for 18-year-olds to career opportunities in line haul, local delivery, and beyond, James shares insights into both the lifestyle and the learning process behind CDL training. You’ll also get a look inside a typical training day at LCCC and hear about the diverse experiences of the CDL instructor team.

If you’ve ever thought about a career in trucking—or just want to understand the industry better—this episode is your roadmap.

👉 Learn more about CDL training at LCCC: https://lccc.wy.edu/workforce

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Host James Drudge talks with Jessica Ford, Manager of Adult Education and the Testing Center at LCCC’s Laramie Campus. Discover how the center supports students and community members with testing for college courses, professional certifications, and the HiSET high school equivalency exam.

Jessica explains how her team provides accommodations for test anxiety, extra time, and distraction-free environments, and shares memorable stories of students who overcame obstacles to succeed.

If you need a secure, friendly place to test—or just want to learn more about LCCC’s outreach services—this episode gives you everything you need to know.

Contact the Testing Center at (307) 772-4262 for details.

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