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Navigating Waves of WIOA Success: Carson’s Journey into the Marine Industry
Explore Carson Droegemueller’s inspiring journey into a thriving marine industry career, overcoming obstacles and pursuing his passion.
Episode 55: How To Bring Out the Best in You with Dr. Julwel Kenney
If you’re an employer who desires to lead your team better or an employee who dreads your boss, this episode is for you!
Central Region Assists in Bridging the Healthcare Gap
Addressing healthcare workforce shortages in Callaway County. Learn how the SHOT Initiative provides CNA training and empowers the community.
From Factories to Highways: Christabel’s WIOA Success Story
WIOA program transforms Christabel’s life, leading her from factories to highways as a fulfilled truck driver.
Daryon Efaw: A WIOA & SkillUp Journey from CNA to RN
Meet Daryon Efaw, a Southwest Baptist University graduate. From CNA to RN, her journey showcases the transformative power of education and determination.
Episode 54: How to Introduce Yourself in an Email
Is there a right or wrong way to send an email to a potential employer? Yes and yes, and we’re talking about it in this episode of The Workforce Link Podcast.
Hundreds of Missourians Grow Careers for Free Through Coursera
More than 500 Missourians have completed over 2,200 courses through Coursera, who partnered with MDHEWD to help Missourians get back to work after COVID.
May 2023 Missouri Jobs Report
Over the year, job increase was 55,600, and the unemployment rate rose by 0.4% from May 2022 to May 2023.
Episode 53: Navigating Disability Accommodations in the Workplace with Michelle Raz
Is it okay to ask for accommodations at work when it comes to function challenges like ADHD? And as an employer, how do you address those concerns?
Episode 52: How and When To Put Coursera Certificates on Your Resume
How and when should you put Coursera certificates on your resume? That’s what we’re talking about in this episode of The Workforce Link.
From Challenges to Triumph: Makinzie Dinwiddie’s Inspiring Path with WIOA Support
From unemployed high school dropout to HISET recipient, Makinzie is now making $20/hr. and supporting her new baby.
4 Personal Branding Tips Everyone Needs To Know
Personal branding has become increasingly important in today’s job market. Here are four personal branding tips that everyone should know:
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Episode 10: Two Mistakes You Need to Avoid When Applying for an Entry Level Job
Here are two mistakes you want to avoid so you don’t slow down your job searching process.
Episode 09: 3 Things You Need to Know About Failure in Order to Find Success
Many of us try hard to avoid failure and that’s not necessarily a bad thing, but what if we had a better understanding of what failure really means?
Episode 08: Why You Need to Ask This Question in Your Cover Letter
You have to ask for the interview. Not only that, but where you ask matters. We’re talking about exactly where you need to make the ask in your cover letter.