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Workforce Development Program: Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders FreshMinistries, in partnership with Kids Hope Alliance and the City of Jacksonville, presents a Workforce Development Program designed to empower individuals ages 16 to 54. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your career, this program offers the tools and guidance you need for success. Program Highlights: ✅Career Exploration ✅Enrichment Activities ✅Core Training & Skill Building Benefits: ✅Entrepreneurship Guidance: Learn how to build and grow your own business. ✅Job Placement Assistance: Get connected to meaningful employment opportunities. ✅Personal Development Support: Strengthen your leadership, confidence, and resilience. ✅Industry Certifications: Earn credentials that will set you apart in the job market. "Invest in your future today. Success starts with the right opportunity." Facilitated by: BridgePoint CD & PM3 University Sponsored by: Kids Hope Alliance & City of Jacksonville 1Bridge Connect Apply now to be considered for the Workforce Development Program! Click here to apply. https://lnkd.in/e54Stk-y #WorkforceDevelopment #EmpowerLeaders #CareerExploration #Entrepreneurship #JobPlacement #SkillBuilding #PersonalGrowth #IndustryCertifications #YouthToLeaders #CareerOpportunities #FutureSuccess #FreshMinistries #BridgePointCD #PM3University #KidsHopeAlliance #CityOfJacksonville #ApplyNow #InvestInYourFuture

In continuation of our Building Brighter Future Series, we are excited to share lesson 2 of 9 from our Goodskills Career Builder initiative: Lesson Learned #2: Fill Real Workforce Gaps At Goodwill of Western New York we learned the importance of targeting training to fill genuine workforce gaps. It's important that you work directly with hiring employers of in demand jobs to understand their needs. Employers MUST be equal partners at the table. Identify the skills that employers are looking for and build curriculum that supports those needs. Training without clear job opportunities only reinforces skepticism in the communities we serve. All too often we hear, "I don't need another certificate, I need a job." It's crucial to identify positions with good pay, benefits, and upward mobility. What do you think? Stay tuned for Lessons Learned 3 next week! #GoodskillsJourney #GoodskillsCareerBuilder #workforcedevelopment Our work is supported in part by Empire State Development and U.S. Economic Development Administration

If you want to attract top talent, you must offer robust professional development programs. Educators seek growth and clear paths for career advancement that set your school apart. Investing in your educators' growth shows your commitment to excellence and creates a thriving school environment for everyone! 👏 #TeacherGrowth #HRBestPractices #EmpoweringEducators #InvestingInEducation #TalentAcquisition #SchoolLeadership #HiringEducators

Really appreciate many of the points raised by Laura Kuizin, Ed.D. in her recent piece for Inside Higher Ed. Particularly her reflection, "I was surprised to discover how many students are unaware of or undervalue their existing skills." At Talent - Workforce Transformation we find that to be true right across the workforce, no matter the age or stage of the individual in their career. Another reason why #skillsintelligence matters! #workforcetransformation

Brilliant to hear reports of #careersimpactsystem in practice across our Careers Hubs. Practitioners working in a peer to peer review format assessing the impact of their careers programmes through the lens of continuous improvment using a tested maririty model. This practice is as powerful in colleges as it is in schools, special schools and alternative provision. #careersimpact #qualityandimprovement #careershubs #careersleaders #principals #furthereducation

We’re proud to partner with Ritenour School District Adm to launch the Path to Trades (P2T) program in Missouri. This initiative provides high school students with hands-on experience, certifications, and mentorship in skilled trades. By working with local industry partners, we’re helping students explore rewarding career paths and strengthening our commitment to community-focused workforce development. Together, we’re building a stronger future with the talent to match it. https://hubs.ly/Q0301gsG0 #PathToTrades #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityEngagement #HandsOnLearning #SustainableCareers

In continuation of our Building Brighter Future Series, we are excited to share lesson 5 of 9 from our Goodskills Career Builder Initiative: Lesson Learned #5: Targeted Outreach To truly serve diverse populations, targeted outreach is crucial. It's more than just ads—it's about embedding in communities, showing up, showing commitment, and building trust over time. You have to show that you mean what you say, and say what you mean. You are going to make mistakes and have missteps. Be transparent, own them, make needed corrections and move on. No one expects you to be perfect, but they do expect you to listen and respond. At Goodwill of Western New York we continue to learn, continue to iterate and are working hard with our strategic partners and local employers to give our community what it needs to help fill in demand jobs in manufacturing and technology. Consistency is key! What do you think? Stay tuned for Lesson 6 next week! Empire State Development, U.S. Economic Development Administration #GoodskillsJourney #GoodwillofWNY #GoodskillsCareerBuilder

Recently, I had the privilege of co-authoring an article with Julia Freeland Fisher from the Clayton Christensen Institute. Together, we highlighted how career-connected learning is being implemented into core curriculum so ALL students develop crucial skills for life-long success.  In our article, we highlighted the efforts of Anaheim Union High School Dst where initiatives like Career Launch have empowered students to explore their interests and existing professional connections. It’s inspiring to see educators like Scott Reindl and Superintendent Michael Matsuda prioritizing career readiness through flexible adoption and support, ensuring that career preparation becomes core to academics. Some key insights from the article: ⭐ Integrating Career Preparation: Bringing career skills and connections into core academics is not only possible, but crucial for equitable career preparation. ⭐ Bridging the Gap: Many students face barriers in developing essential career skills like networking. Programs like Career Launch bridge these gaps through targeted curriculum and training. ⭐ Flexible and Supportive: Offering educators off-the-shelf tools, training, and collaborative environments fosters a supportive culture for career readiness initiatives. I invite you to read our full article here: https://lnkd.in/ewMHGuPz Let’s continue to explore how we can all contribute to creating more inclusive and supportive frameworks for our future leaders. #CareerReadiness #SocialCapital #EducationInnovation #DiversityAndInclusion

In today's talent crisis, business-led approaches are crucial for staffing success. Key findings from the Detroit Chamber article highlight: The Detroit Regional Chamber’s brings employers, schools, and other partners together to increase education and strengthen the talent pipeline. Identifying successful education and workforce programs and scaling them across the region. Apprenticeships can nurture talent to meet needs for specific industries, such as health care. ClearEdge can help you tell your unique story if your on the same path: Customized marketing strategies tailored to your target audience. Let them know what services you offer! Comprehensive professional development programs. Just getting started in leadership development? We have workshops established to help you! Expert guidance in building and maintaining client relationships. We can build your brand. Partner with ClearEdge to elevate your staffing game and achieve exceptional results like the innovative ways Detroit is doing it. Without the right marketing you’re efforts are being somewhat wasted. #Staffing #ProfessionalDevelopment #Marketing

Grateful for the opportunity to share insights and strategies today at the The Career Leadership Collective 2024 Virtual Conference! Over the past three years, we’ve been focused on transforming PLNU’s Career Services strategy to drive meaningful impact at scale. By implementing three key interventions, we’ve dramatically expanded our reach and capacity: 1. Shift from One-on-One to Group Advising: Facilitating peer learning while increasing access and efficiency. 2. Academic Integration: Engaging faculty and students through class collaborations, faculty development initiatives, and a dedicated career readiness course. 3. Digital Expansion: Delivering 24/7 access to resources through an enhanced website, online learning modules, and a dynamic social media presence. These efforts have enabled us to engage with over half of the student population, propelling us into what we call the Career Ecosystem Era. Excited to share more about this journey! #HigherEd #CareerLeadershipCollective #CareerDevelopment #CareerReadiness