Employability

In this episode, you'll hear from Manuel Ugues, Regional Director for Serco of Texas, as he discusses the importance and power of mindset, and how to overcome difficult challenges. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Mr. Adrian Lopez, Chief Executive Officer at Workforce Solutions Alamo, joins the program to share his vision for the region, and the importance of partnerships to grow the local economy. He also discusses the importance of effective communication with stakeholders, and the self-care activities that help him unwind in his spare time. 

Sean Galvin and Jake Hirsch-Allen join the program to discuss the work that LinkedIn is doing to help close the skills gap and reveal why data needs to be a priority for government and employers. They also share the various ways that LinkedIn supports employers and job seekers. . 

David Neal, Director of The Eighth Mile Consulting, joins the program to discuss the characteristics of a successful leader, and how leaders can motivate their team. Discover the biggest mistakes that leaders make, and the relationship between risk and opportunity. 

Kevin McCloskey, Director of Partnership Development at Disability Solutions joins the program to reveal the business case for employers to hire persons with disabilities. He discusses the efforts that have been made to change the mindset of employers, and shares how employers can be proactive about tapping into the valuable labor pool of persons with disabilities. 

Manuel Ugues, Regional Director for SERCO of Texas, joins the program to discuss what he does personally and professionally to prepare for the new year. Discover how to evaluate your successes and challenges from the previous year, and how to set goals and maintain momentum for the year ahead. 

Manuel Ugues, Regional Director for Serco of Texas, shares his thoughts about the power of gratitude to achieve both personal and professional success. He also reveals what he is most grateful for, and how to build a culture of gratitude in your organization. 

In this episode, you'll discover the challenges and opportunities facing youth as they enter the workforce, and the services provided to help youth overcome barriers. Discover how to help youth meet their immediate needs, while encouraging them to prepare for a career. 

In this episode, you'll hear from Manuel Ugues, regional director for Serco of Texas, as he discusses the importance of employee engagement and retention, and various strategies for finding and keeping talent for your organization.   

Tricia Driscoll, founder of KO Integral Marketing, joins the program to discuss the importance of social media and having a digital presence for both employers and job seekers. Discover some of the biggest mistakes that job seekers often make when it comes to social media, and what to do instead. 

SERCO of Texas Regional Manager Manuel Ugues joins the program to discuss the values that drive SERCO, and the qualities that he looks for in employees and leaders in the organization. Discover tips for recruitment and retention and how to create a positive and effective work culture. 

In this episode, you'll hear from Andres Rivas, Independent Representative at Primerica, as he discusses some things you need to consider when it comes to personal finance. Discover the importance of keeping a good credit score, how much money you should save, and how to plan ahead for your future. 

In this episode, you'll learn why diversity is crucial for the success of your organization, and how to create a workplace culture where everyone feels accepted and welcomed. You'll also discover tips and innovative ideas for celebrating diversity. 

Joe Rutland joins the program to discuss his journey of becoming a professional writer and shares advice for anyone wanting to start their own business. 

This episode features an interview with blogger and freelance writer Sherry White, as she discusses how she got started with writing, and the impact that the gig economy has had on her life. She also shares tips for others who want to earn money from being a writer, or being a freelance worker in general.  

Bob Gear from the Texas Veteran's Leadership Program joins the program to discuss the work that his organization is doing to connect returning veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan with the resources and tools they need to lead productive lives and enjoy the full benefits of the society they have willingly served. 

Rick Sizemore, Director of the Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center, joins the program to discuss how he came to work in vocational rehabilitation, and how to empower persons with disabillities to find meaningful work with family supporting wages. He also shares the importance of being mission driven and dual customer focused.  To learn more about Rick and V/R Workforce Studio, visit https://vrworkforcestudio.com/blog/

Veronica Sanchez-Peavey, Sr. Assistant Vice President, Adult Programs at SER Metro-Detroit joins the program to discuss workforce trends and the qualities that employers are looking for in job seekers. Veronica also reveals some of the innovative methods that SER is using to engage youth and how SER is supporting their local economy. 

David Kash Vasquez, owner of Grow Laredo, a digital marketing agency, discusses the importance of social media and digital marketing, and why companies need to have a strong online presence. Discover how the internet can impact your business in a positive way, and what you can do to protect your online reputation. 

In this episode, we explore facts and misconceptions about Millennials- their values, what motivates them, and what employers need to keep in mind when it comes to attracting and retaining Millennial talent.