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Capital City Hiring Event Connects 94 Job Seekers with Employers in Jefferson City
The Capital City Hiring Event welcomed 94 job seekers and more than 20 employers to Jefferson City, creating valuable connections while highlighting workforce services available through the Jefferson City Job Center.
Episode 82: Why Job Descriptions Are Scaring Away Good Candidates
Is your job description driving away top talent? In Episode 82 of The Workforce Link Podcast, we break down why job descriptions are quietly scaring away good candidates and six practical things you can do right now to fix them.
Audrain County Maintains Certified Work Ready Community Status
Audrain County has once again demonstrated its commitment to workforce excellence. Western District Commissioner Tracy R. Graham recently accepted the Certified Work Ready Community award for Program Year 2025, recognizing the county’s ongoing investment in a skilled, job-ready workforce.
Osage County Maintains Certified Work Ready Community Status
Osage County has once again demonstrated its commitment to workforce excellence. County Clerk Brooke Dudenhoeffer recently accepted the Certified Work Ready Community award for Program Year 2025, recognizing the county’s ongoing investment in building a skilled, job-ready workforce.
CWDB Member Tamara Tateosian Appointed to Missouri State Workforce Development Board
Congratulations to CWDB member Tamara Tateosian, CEO of the Callaway Chamber of Commerce, on her appointment to the Missouri State Workforce Development Board — confirmed by the Missouri Senate on April 15, 2026.
When the Plan Changes: Building Adaptability Into Your Work
Change is not the exception in workforce development — it is part of the job. Here is how Central Region team members can build adaptability into their work and stay grounded in the mission when circumstances shift.
From CNA to RN: How Natalie Plemmons Turned Her Dream Into a Career
When Natalie Plemmons came to the Job Center in 2024, she had a goal and a job — but needed support to get through nursing school. With help from three workforce programs, she graduated from State Fair Community College and started her RN career three days later.
From Part-Time Retail to Registered Nurse: Maria Wolfrum’s Story
With support from WIOA Adult, EDA, and Healthy Blue, Maria Wolfrum went from part-time retail work to a full-time career as a Registered Nurse — graduating from State Fair Community College and landing a position at Capital Region Medical Center.
How the Central Region Is Closing the Gap Between Employers and Job Seekers with Disabilities
The 4th annual AccessAbility Business Summit brought mid-Missouri employers, advocates, and job seekers together for a full day of education, connection, and inclusive hiring solutions. Here’s a look at what made May 7 a day worth celebrating.
Rolla Regional Spring Hiring Event Connects Job Seekers and Employers Across the Central Region
Around 80 job seekers and more than 40 employers gathered at the National Guard Armory in Rolla for the Rolla Regional Spring Hiring Event. The event created opportunities for networking, on-site interviews, and career exploration across multiple industries throughout the Central Region.
From Military Leadership to Management Career: How Rodney Richardson Found His Path in the Central Region
After 25+ years of military service, Rodney Richardson came home to Missouri ready to work — but unsure where to start. Through JVSG, Wagner-Peyser, and the Columbia Job Center team, he turned decades of leadership experience into a full-time management career.
CWDB Requesting Proposals for WIOA One Stop Operator
CWDB is requesting proposals for a provider of WIOA programs and services and One-Operation in nineteen counties of Central Missouri.
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Episode 79: You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out
You don’t have to have your career figured out to move forward. In this episode of the Workforce Link Podcast, Sundi Jo explores why clarity matters more than certainty and how slowing down can help you take the next step with confidence.
Episode 78: A Fresh Start for Your Career and Workforce Planning
The new year often brings pressure to have clear answers about work and career goals. This episode explores how to start fresh with intention, focus on clarity over urgency, and take meaningful next steps in career and workforce planning.
Episode 77: The Brain Science Behind Getting Things Done at Work
Learn the brain science behind accountability at work. This Workforce Link Podcast episode explains why some employees excel and how all Missouri job seekers and employers can build stronger habits.