From The Winning Strategy Podcast: In this episode, you’ll hear from 2 senior consultants from Thomas P. Miller and Associates (TPMA) as they discuss the importance of cultivating a work-life balance. Discover some of the most important elements that allow people to thrive at work, and how TPMA supports their employees in finding their own work-life balance.

From The Winning Strategy Podcast: This episode features a conversation with Montez King, Executive Director of NIMS, the National Institute for Metalworking Skills. Montez provides an overview of his organization and discusses some of the efforts that are underway to build a pipeline of future talent. Discover the importance of apprenticeships and customized training solutions, as well as how NIMS has adapted and innovated during the COVID-19 pandemic.

From Southeast Texas Works Podcast: Texas Workforce Commissioner Aaron Demerson joins the show to talk about TWC programs available to help employers train and attract skilled workers. The Governor’s Cup award and Texas’s resurging economy are also discussed.  Contact Information: TWC Employer Hotline (800) 832-9394 website: https://www.twc.texas.gov/news/efte/especially-for-texas-employers.html

From Will Works Podcast: In this episode, Cleo and Patrick discuss Joliet Junior College’s Connect to Your Future Program and Will County’s On-the-Job Training Program. Discover how to access occupational training in high growth, high demand occupations in Will County, as well as eligibility requirements for both programs. This episode also features the first “5 Minute Free for All” segment, where Cleo and Patrick go beyond workforce and discuss stories from their lives, movies, society, culture, and more.

From Workforce Waves Podcast: In this episode, you'll learn about Roadtrip Nation and how they are using new virtual road trip models to reach youth where they are and. Discover how and why Roadtrip Nation has partnered with the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership to drive local digital storytelling around workforce pathways. You'll also hear about the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Roadtrip Nation, and how they have innovated to meet the challenges created by the pandemic. 

From Employability Podcast: There's been a lot of talk about the Great Resignation, but what can organizations do to retain their talent? Manuel Ugues, Regional Director for SERCO of Texas, joins the program to discuss tips for how organizations can demonstrate appreciation for their employees and set themselves up to have the best chance to retain their workers. 

From Getting to Work Podcast: In this episode, you'll learn about how F.N. Smith is using apprenticeships to build their talent pipeline, which has allowed them to meet their labor needs, even during the "Great Resignation."

From SkillUp America Podcast: This first episode of the podcast features a conversation between Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio, and Joseph Alteri, Account Executive, Metrix Learning. Tune in for a discussion about virtual services as well as the partnership between Metrix Learning and Workforce180. Discover the evolution of services that has occurred particularly since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well the most in-demand skills that employers are looking for in job seekers.    

From The Winning Strategy Podcast: In this episode you'll discover the elements of a registered apprenticeship and learn about TPMA's relationship with registered apprenticeships. You'll hear about why employers should consider registered apprenticeship programs and how TMPA approaches diversity, equity and inclusion in the context of registered apprenticeships. 

From the Dignity of Work Podcast: This episode features a conversation with Kevin Williams Director, WorkSource System Advancement & Development at WorkSource Spokane, and Kayci Loftus, Director of Workforce Development for Career Path Services, as they discuss the changing profile of job seekers and the biggest challenges currently facing employers. Discover what needs to change from a systems perspective, as well as a practitioner perspective, in order to meet the evolving workforce needs of job seekers and employers.