In this episode of Talent Talk, we are joined by Raymond Barry, Youth Services Leader at GST Michigan Works!, to explore how to unlock your potential and achieve career growth. Raymond, a seasoned career coach and mentor, shares insights and strategies on how to identify your strengths, set career goals, and overcome common obstacles. No matter where you are in your career journey, this episode offers valuable advice and actionable tips to help you succeed.

In this episode, we are joined by Jason Carlisle, Assistant Principal at the Genesee Career Institute (GCI). Jason discusses how GCI works with 10th, 11th & 12th-grade students to achieve their career and educational goals.

In this episode, we are joined by Nick Leja to discuss the lessons he has learned during his entrepreneurial journey. Nick discusses the importance of listening and how networking with the right people can help you avoid the pitfalls of entrepreneurship.

In this episode, we are joined by Wanda Bigelow, Apprenticeship Manager at GST Michigan Works! Wanda shares her insights into the benefits of pursuing a career in the trades via an apprenticeship. She explains how GST Michigan Works plays a role in helping employers develop an apprenticeship program and pair them with job seekers who are interested in starting a career in the skilled trades.

In this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are joined by Kevin Mays, Owner & President of Flint United basketball. Kevin discusses the topics of resilience and perseverance as it relates to sports and his career. To learn more about Flint United Basketball, visit flintunitedbasketball.com.

In this episode, we are joined by Cindy Thornthwaite, Business Services Manager from GST Michigan Works! We explore the Going PRO program and how it is helping to upskill and reskill Michigan's workforce for in-demand industries. We discuss the benefits of the program for both employees and employers by providing various training opportunities such as apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and classroom instruction.

In this episode, we are joined by Kimberly Coulter to discuss the steps you can take to achieve financial wellness and security. Kimberly is an expert in the field of financial education as well as being a realtor, author, and the CEO of Dekim Enterprises.

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and we are joined by Special Agent in Charge Angie Salazar and Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge Lisa Keith to help raise awareness. Angie & Lisa discuss how to recognize the indicators of human trafficking, some of the most common misconceptions, and how to appropriately respond to possible cases.

They also share some of the career opportunities available within the Department of Homeland Security. To learn more, visit usajobs.gov.

Disclaimer: The views expressed during this interview are of Homeland Security Investigations and do not necessarily reflect the views of GST or any partners or affiliates.  Please be aware that the topic of Human Trafficking may be sensitive for some listeners; please use discretion.

In this episode, we are joined by Tiffany Rouser, Program Director at The Engagement Center in Flint. Tiffany shares how The Engagement Center helps guide young adults who are unemployed and not in school. Connecting these individuals with education, employment, and wraparound services is critical to their future success. 

In this episode, we are joined by Perci Whitmore, Flint native and found of the Share The Keys program. We discuss how his organization helps support young men turn their creativity and dreams into achievable entrepreneurial ideas through mentoring.