Leading speaker and New York Times bestselling author, Chris Widener, joins the program to discuss the importance of personal accountability. Chris shares his own success story and takeaways for anyone looking to improve their personal and professional situation. He also shares actionable tips for how to motivate others to take responsibility and create positive change. 

From WIN Podcast: Paola Velasquez, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Manufacturing at IMEC ( Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center), joins the program to discuss various DEI efforts underway in the manufacturing sector. Paola discusses the importance of keeping equity in mind during the hiring process and the importance for leaders of examining their own diversity story. Discover the benefits of a more diverse talent pool and takeaways for other industries. 

From Getting to Work Podcast: Dr. Brian Hite, Founder and CEO of Begin Again Performance Psychology, returns to the program to discuss workplace culture and how to create a culture that helps employees to do their best work. Dr. Hite reveals how to get employee buy-in for organizational values and how leaders can reinforce those values at every level. Discover the connection between workplace culture and retention and the connection between psychological needs and organizational culture. To learn more about Dr. Hite, visit: https://beginagainperformancepsychology.com/ 

From Workforce in Action podcast: In this episode, we’re joined by Ann Werbach, Strategic Partnership Director, and Mo McKenna, Associate Vice President of Partner Success, at InsideTrack. Equus and InsideTrack are partnering on a new Young Adult Mentoring Pilot that uses an evidence-based mentoring framework delivered by InsideTrack Coaches in four workforce areas. Listen to hear about the value of this coaching model to help participants shape and define their long-term goals, build social capital and navigate the complexity of being a young adult. 

From Workforce Innovation News:  In this episode, you'll learn about the manufacturing training programs available at Kaskaskia College. Discover how to prepare for a manufacturing career and the various types of career opportunities available within the manufacturing industry. You'll also hear about how to access funding sources and the range of support services available for students. 

From the Dignity of Work Podcast: This episode is part of the series "What the Heck is Going on in Workforce" and features a conversation with Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio. Mike reveals how he is using AI in his own work and discusses how AI will transform the workforce system and the world of work in general. He also shares advice for workforce professionals who may feel intimidated by this technology, and why it's so important for workforce professionals to embrace AI. 

In this episode, you'll meet Jamie Persinger, as she shares her success story of overcoming addiction and finding meaningful employment, with the help of the Workforce Development Board of the Mid-Ohio Valley and Jobs and Hope. Jamie shares her career journey and shares advice for anyone looking to improve their lives. 

From The Dignity of Work Podcast: This episode is part of the series "What the Heck is Going on in Workforce" and features a conversation with Walter Simmons, President & CEO of Employ PG. Walter discusses the changes that have occurred in the workforce system over the past several years and shares how his organization has successfully increased its impact even during times of disruption. He also reveals what workforce professionals need to be thinking about to be prepared for the future and sums up the current workforce landscape. 

From Workforce Innovation News podcast: Teresa Metzger, McKinney-Vento Liason for The Regional Office of Education #11, joins the program to provide an overview of the McKinney-Vento Act and how she supports students facing homelessness. Teresa debunks misconceptions about what it means to be facing homelessness and discusses the resources available to help individuals stabilize their living situations and achieve self-sufficiency, including support from the workforce system.

From KRA's the Hub Podcast: Dr. Chris Laney, Director of Government Affairs & Workforce Strategy at Lightcast, joins the program to provide an update on the labor market and why we need to "expect the unexpected." Chris provides his reflections on current trends in the labor market and the implication of those trends on the workforce system. He also shares his thoughts on the possibility of a cooling of the job market and what workforce professionals need to keep in mind given the current labor market and economic trends.