In workforce development, conversations are the work. Every appointment, hiring event interaction, employer visit, and team meeting depends on them. And at the center of every great conversation is a skill that looks simple but takes real intention to develop: asking...
Students at Battle High School in Columbia had the opportunity to explore future careers in a hands-on way on Tuesday, March 17. Francis Thompson and Amy Messner from the Columbia Job Center visited the school to share information about available Job Center services...
Spring brings new energy across the Central Region. Hiring increases. Events fill the calendar. Job seekers and employers are more active, and the pace of work picks up. That momentum matters. It reflects progress across our communities and creates new opportunities...
December is a pivotal month in Missouri’s workforce landscape. Job seekers face financial pressure and shifting schedules. Employers finalize staffing plans and prepare for first-quarter hiring. Community partners work to meet rising needs. Central Region Job Center...
As the season of thankfulness approaches, now is the perfect time to pause and reflect on the power of gratitude, both personally and professionally. Turn on the news or scroll through social media, and it’s easy to feel like the world is spinning out of control....
We often hear about someone’s incredible career breakthrough and think, “Wow, they were so lucky!” Whether it’s a musician landing a record deal, an entrepreneur selling a startup for millions, or a job seeker getting their dream position, society tends to attribute...
