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MoJobs System is Back Online

The MoJobs System is now back online with most features functional again.

From Retail Associate to LPN (Success Story)

With the help of WIOA funding, Jaydent was able to successfully complet the Nursing Program with State Fair Community College.

Episode 33: 8 Ways to Be Confident on Your First Day of Work

Maybe you’re a bit nervous about your first day on the job and that’s okay. Remember that your first day should be exciting!

Episode 32: How to Keep a Positive Mindset When it Comes to Job Interviews

Need some help keeping a positive attitude when it comes to interviewing for your next job? We’re here to help!

MoJobs System Down Temporarily

The MoJobs System is temporarly out-of-service for all Missourians.

Episode 31: 6 Must-Have Apps to Help You Be More Productive at Work

Here are some apps that you might find helpful to keep you on track to being the productive version of yourself in the workplace.

Episode 30: Life and Leadership with Cindy Shorey

Cindy Shorey shares with us some hard, yet life-changing lessons on leadership.

Amazon Hosts Successful Hiring Events for New Ashland Location

Amazon is opening a new delivery station in Ashland, Mo, and the Columbia Job Center and Capital City Job Center were honored to recently assist them with their hiring services.

Season 3: Episode 29: How to Shorten Your Resume Without Losing Value

Can you shorten your resume without it losing value? Yes! And we’re going to talk about how to shorten your resume without losing value.

Apprenticeship Missouri Hits Goal of 20,000 New Apprentices Ahead of Schedule

Apprenticeship Missouri hits goal of 20,000 new apprentices nearly three years ahead of schedule, making Missouri proud!

Season 3: Episode 4: How to Overcome That Job Gap on Your Resume

There’s a right way to talk about job gaps on your resume and there’s a wrong way. Let’s talk about the right way.

Season 3: Episode 3: How to Upgrade Your LinkedIn Profile to Get the Job You Want

Ready to use LinkedIn to get the job you want? We’re talking about 4 steps to take today to get you on the right path.

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Episode 82: Why Job Descriptions Are Scaring Away Good Candidates

by Sundi Jo Graham | May 19, 2026 | Podcast | 0 Comments

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.

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Episode 81: Why Your Emotions Are Blocking Your Job Search Success

by Sundi Jo Graham | April 22, 2026 | Podcast | 0 Comments

Your resume might not be the problem. In Episode 81 of The Workforce Link Podcast, we break down how anxiety and self-doubt quietly sabotage your job search and what you can do about it.

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Episode 80: Hiring for Attitude vs. Experience: Which Matters More?

by Sundi Jo Graham | February 25, 2026 | Podcast | 0 Comments

When hiring, what matters more: attitude or experience? In this episode of the Workforce Link Podcast, we explore how employers can balance technical expertise and soft skills to build stronger teams and improve long-term retention.

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Episode 79: You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out

by Sundi Jo Graham | January 28, 2026 | Podcast | 0 Comments

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.

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Episode 78: A Fresh Start for Your Career and Workforce Planning

by Sundi Jo Graham | January 5, 2026 | Podcast | 0 Comments

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.

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Episode 77: The Brain Science Behind Getting Things Done at Work

by Sundi Jo Graham | November 20, 2025 | Podcast | 0 Comments

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.

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Episode 76:Career Shifts: When to Move On and How to Do It Well

by Sundi Jo Graham | October 29, 2025 | Podcast | 0 Comments

Discover the three cognitive habits that make people more accountable and productive at work. Learn how neuroscience supports better team performance.

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Episode 75: AI, Automation, and the Future of Work: How Technology Is Changing Jobs

by Sundi Jo Graham | October 2, 2025 | Podcast | 0 Comments

Explore how AI and automation are transforming jobs—and how job seekers and employers can adapt.

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Episode 74: How Stacy Learned to Break the Cycle

by Sundi Jo Graham | September 11, 2025 | Podcast | 0 Comments

Stacy Dismang Wright spent 21 years in prison. Now she’s helping others recover. Hear her powerful story of redemption, purpose, and second chances.

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Episode 73: Breaking into a New Industry (Without the Experience to Match)

by Sundi Jo Graham | August 28, 2025 | Podcast | 0 Comments

Learn how to break into a new industry without experience using real strategies like informational interviews and intentional networking.

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