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Discover the latest insights and developments in workforce initiatives across the Central Workforce Development Region.
September 2023 Missouri Jobs Report
Explore Missouri’s September 2023 employment report. Learn about job gains, unemployment, and economic trends in the state.
Cultivating a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace
Discover the keys to boosting employee engagement at work. Learn from cognitive scientists and experts to make your workplace more rewarding.
Unlocking Workplace Fulfillment: Are We Listening to the Right Insights?
Discover the keys to boosting employee engagement at work. Learn from cognitive scientists and experts to make your workplace more rewarding.
From Aspiring Nurse to RN: Ashley Bingham’s Inspiring Success Story
Discover Ashley Bingham’s incredible journey from aspiring nurse to RN, achieving her dreams through hard work and the help of WIOA and SKILLUP.
Driving Toward Success: Connor Liebler’s Inspiring Journey from Unemployment to a Fulfilling Career
Read Connor Liebler’s inspiring journey from unemployment to a rewarding career. Discover the power of determination and opportunity.
“Project Heal” Event Empowers Aspiring CDL Truck Drivers in Rolla, MO
Over 25 showed interest in CDL programs at recent “Project Heal” event in Rolla, Mo.
Central Region and Job Point Team Up for Warehousing Open House
Discover the gateway to a booming career in Central Missouri’s warehousing industry at our Warehouse Open House Event on October 6. Enroll now!
Empowering Future Leaders: A Day of Career Development with JAG at the Columbia Job Center
Discover a day of career development at Columbia Job Center with JAG. Empowering future leaders with insights, resources, and opportunities.
Kailena Amos: From Nursing School Graduate to NICU RN with the Help of WIOA’s Occupational Skills Training
Discover Kailena Amos’ inspiring journey from nursing school graduate to NICU RN with the help of WIOA Occupational Skills Training.
Over 55 Job Seekers Attend Columbia Job Center’s September Walk-In-Wednesday Event
Recap our inspiring Walk-In-Wednesdays event: 55+ job seekers, 12 employers, endless connections. Join us for the next chapter!
August 2023 Missouri Jobs Report
Missouri’s August 2023: Job losses, higher unemployment, but a year-over-year job gain of 51,700. Get the latest employment stats.
Breaking Barriers and Paving the Way with Emery Sapp Water Tanker Apprenticeship
Discover how three apprentices at Emery Sapp broke barriers in the trucking industry, earning full-time roles through the apprenticeship program.
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Episode 40: How Working Moms Can Balance Family and Career
Sometimes we believe the lie that we can’t be moms and have a thriving career. But it’s possible. Today we’re talking about some key habits to help set you up for success as a working mom.

Episode 39:How to Stop Hopping from Job to Job
There’s really no way to sugarcoat it. Changing jobs often doesn’t look good for you, and employers aren’t impressed. But the good news is you can overcome that. So in today’s episode, we’ll talk about how to stop hopping from job to job.

Episode 38:8 Questions Every Job Seeker Should Ask in a Job Interview
What questions should you ask and not ask in a job interview? We’re talking about that in this episode of The Workforce Link Podcast.
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