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Workforce Waves
by Workforce Waves
Join the staff of the NWWIB as they dive into current employment trends and the ever-evolving challenges facing workers and employers in rural areas. Workforce Waves will explore smart, strategic, and unique solutions to meet the workforce needs in Wisconsin and the Midwest. New episodes will release each month to inform, inspire, and assist you in making a splash in your own community.
Episodes
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E68: Six Years of Making Waves: The Workforce Waves Journey
Hi, loyal listeners of Workforce Waves! We're here with a bittersweet announcement: this is our final episode. You'll hear from Bella Potack Rettler, as she is joined by two very special guests - Melissa Rabska, Director of Operations & Communications, and Mari Kay-Nabozny, the CEO of the…
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E67: Investing in Our Future: The Importance of Accessible and Affordable Childcare
This episode features a conversation with Early Childhood Project Manager Jo Nowak-Thompson from the Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board (NWWIB), to discuss the pressing issue of childcare and its impact on the workforce. Jo delves into the current state of childcare in the Northwest...
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E66: Green Jobs on the Rise: Meeting Wisconsin's Energy Efficiency Goals
The conversation continues in part two of this two-part episode, as Lisa Geason-Bauer, President and Founder of Evolution Marketing, returns to discuss sustainability initiatives in Wisconsin. Lisa discusses the increasing demand for green jobs in the residential construction sector and the need...
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E65: Sustainability in Business: Balancing People, Planet, and Profit
Tune in for part one of a two-part conversation with Lisa Geason-Bauer, President and Founder of Evolution Marketing, about the importance of sustainability in business. They discuss how operating in a triple bottom line manner - prioritizing people, planet, and profit - can make businesses more...
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E64: Boosting Veteran-Owned Businesses in Wisconsin
Tune in for a conversation with Zach Zabel, Vice President of the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce. Zach discusses the chamber's mission to support veteran-owned businesses and workers in Wisconsin, resources available to veterans in the state, and how individuals can support veterans and...
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E63: Overcoming Burnout: Recovering and Finding Balance with Author Kelly Bubolz
This episode features a discussion with Kelly Bubolz, author of "Leaving the Darkness: A Proven and Practical Burnout Guide," where we explore the causes and symptoms of burnout as well as practical tips for setting boundaries, self-care, and changing negative behaviors. Kelly shares her personal...
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E62: A New Way to Explore Future Careers
Tune in to an interview with Chantel Huang, Roadtrip Nation's Program Operations Manager. Roadtrip Nation is a nonprofit education organization—with a series on PBS!—that sends all sorts of people across the country to interview inspiring people in all kinds of industries. Whether it's exploring...
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E61: Unlocking Your Creative DNA: Revolutionize Your Work Life with Rachel Rai Henry
This episode features special guest Rachel Rai Henry, CEO of Creative Flow School. Learn how to unleash your hidden creative talents to revolutionize your work life and beyond. Rachel breaks down her Creative Flow Alchemy Method and explains how your personal 'DNA'—Divine Natural Approach—can...
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E60: Leading with Intention, Connection and Direction: With Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
This episode features a conversation with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, renowned author, motivational speaker, and education visionary. Joe shares insights from his extensive career as an educator, spanning roles from kindergarten teacher to superintendent of schools. Tune in as we unravel Joe's journey,...
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E59: From Therapist to Podcast Producer- Navigating Career Changes
This episode features a conversation with Doug Foresta, Director of Podcast Services for Workforce180, as he reveals how he got started as a podcast producer and outlines his career journey from doorman to therapist to podcast producer. Discover tips for successfully navigating career changes....
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E58: Creating a More Inclusive Workplace: With DEI Expert Adrienne Lawrence
Adrienne Lawrence, VP and Senior Consultant for Jennifer Brown Consulting (JBC), joins the program in recognition of Pride Month to discuss how to create a more inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and heard. Adrienne reveals what it means to have authentic inclusion in the workplace…
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E57: Mindfulness at Work
Kimberly Kayler, President of AOE (Advancing Organizational Excellence), joins the program to reveal how she became interested in corporate mindfulness and why it is important for people to do their best work. Kimberly discusses the downside of multitasking and how employees can practice...
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E56: Performance Lessons from a Hollywood Stuntman
Dr. Brian Hite, performance psychology consultant and Hollywood stuntman, joins the program to discuss how organizations can help employees to do their best work. Dr. Hite dispels some common myths about motivation, and why offering hiring bonuses doesn't necessary help with recruitment efforts.…
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E55: Helping Entrepreneurs Start and Grow Their Business
In this episode, you'll learn about the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the services they provide to support entrepreneurs and small business owners. Discover how to access services and how the SBDC can connect entrepreneurs and small business owners to a support ecosystem....
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E54: "Quiet Quitting" and "Quiet Firing"
This episode features an interview with coach, consultant, and author Oreste J. D'Aversa as he discusses the phenomenon of "quiet quitting" and "quiet firing." Discover what these terms mean, the problems that they create in the workplace, and how to address them. Oreste also shares advice for...
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E53: Creating a Great Workplace Culture
This episode features a conversation with several staff from the Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board (NWWIB) as they discuss the elements that help to create a positive workplace culture. Discover how employers can help facilitate a workplace culture that attracts top talent and the...
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E52: The Benefits of Apprenticeship Programs
In this episode, you'll hear about the power of apprenticeships and learn about the apprenticeship program for Ironworkers Local 512. Discover the application process for anyone interested in an apprenticeship with Ironworkers Local 512. You'll also learn about the various career paths possible...
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E51:Disability Employment: Innovations and Initiatives
This episode features a conversation with Matt Glowacki, Diversity, Inclusion, and Workflex Director for Wisconsin SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management). Matt discusses his experience of being a person with a disability and provides some history about the Americans with Disabilities Act...
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E50: State of the Workforce in Northwest Wisconsin
September is Workforce Development Month, and in this episode, you'll hear updates about businesses, job seekers, and the state of the workforce in Northwest Wisconsin. Discover some of the demographics of the residents of Northwest Wisconsin and an overview of the labor force. You'll also learn...
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E49: How The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Helps Drive the Local Economy
In today's episode, you'll hear details about the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation. a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to hosting one of the world's best cross-country ski events, the American Birkebeiner, and maintaining one of the nation's premier recreation trails. Discover how…
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E48: Building a Talent Pipeline in the Manufacturing Industry
In this episode, you'll hear about the efforts that are underway in Wisconsin to help develop a talent pipeline in the manufacturing industry, and help workers obtain the training needed to get started in manufacturing. Discover a grant that can help provide supportive services for individuals...
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E47: How Employers Can Improve Their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Efforts
In this episode, you'll hear tips for creating a more diverse and equitable talent pipeline, and how organizations can position themselves as employers of choice for diverse talent. You'll discover innovative ways to mindsets and perceptions and the importance of creating environments of safety...
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E46: Strategies for Talent Attract and Recruitment
In this episode, you'll discover digital strategies that employers can utilize to attract and retain talent. Discover the importance of onboarding in retaining talent, and why employers need to list pay ranges when posting available jobs. You'll also hear about how having a positive…
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E45: The State of Working Women in Wisconsin
Kimberly Kane, President and CEO of Kane Communications Group, joins the program to discuss insights from her team's detailed study titled The Kane Insights: State of Working Women in Wisconsin. Discover the impact of the pandemic on working women in Wisconsin and key findings from the study on...
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E44: Child Care and Workforce Development- Challenges and Opportunites
Tune in for a conversation between Mari Kay-Nabozny, CEO of the NWWIB, and Melissa Rabska, Director of Operations & Communications at NWWIB, about the importance of child care for workforce development. Discover how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the availability of child care and the changes…
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E43: Expansive Impact: Women Leading at Work
This episode explores the topic of women in the workforce through the lens of leadership. Discover the impact that the pandemic has had on women and some of the current trends of women in leadership. You'll also hear about how women can create opportunities to practice leadership and how small...
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E42: How Roadtrip Nation is Helping Youth Explore Career Possibilities
In this episode, you'll learn about Roadtrip Nation and how they are using new virtual road trip models to reach youth where they are and. Discover how and why Roadtrip Nation has partnered with the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership to drive local digital storytelling around workforce pathways....
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E41: Shopping Local this Holiday Season & Beyond!
In this episode, you'll hear about the benefits of shopping locally, during the holiday season and throughout the year. Discover the impact that local shopping has on area businesses and the community.
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E40: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace and Communities
Chytania Brown, President & CEO at Employ Milwaukee, joins the program to discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion both in the workplace and in communities and reveals the efforts that her organization has made to increase diversity, equity and inclusion. Discover why diversity efforts...
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E39: Humor's Place in Leadership
In this episode, you'll hear about the role of humor in the workplace, and why humor is an essential leadership trait. Ted Schick from Schick Corporate Learning joins the program to discuss 4 elements of leadership, the importance of humility for leaders and how leaders can use humor to be more...
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E38: Increasing the Healthcare Workforce in Northwest Wisconsin
In this episode, you'll hear about the rural healthcare initiatives currently underway in Northwest Wisconsin. Joining the program are Scott Schultz, Director of Industry & Innovation at the NWWIB, Dawn Knapp, Grant Coordinator for the Collaboration of Wisconsin Grant, and Matthew Filipek, who is...
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E37: Supporting Opioid and Substance Abuse Recovery through Workforce Development
Marcia Galvan, Project Coordinator at the Southwest Wisconsin Workforce Development Board, joins the program to discuss the work that she is doing leading the Support to Communities grant in her region, fostering opioid and substance abuse recovery through workforce development. Discover…
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E36: The Northwest Wisconsin Real Estate Market- Insights and Trends
Stacey McKinney from Mckinney Realty joins the program to provide insight into the Northwest Wisconsin real estate market. Discover the shifts that have occurred over the past year and the amenities that are most important to potential buyers. Stacey also shares tips for anyone who is interested…
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E35: Tourism's impact on Northwest Wisconsin's Economy & Communities
In this episode, you'll hear from Julie Fox, Regional Tourism Specialist for the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, and Mary Monroe Brown, Director of the WI Office of Outdoor Recreation, as they discuss how 2020's tourism season impacted local and regional economies. Discover why outdoor…
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E34: Resources for Employers
In this episode, you'll hear about some of the available resources for businesses and employers in the region, including assistance with onboarding or upskilling workers. You'll hear about the incumbent worker training program, on-the-job training (OJT), and more.
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E33: Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Talent
In this episode, Barb Lundberg from the Northwest Wisconsin Investment Board interviews Jennifer Kuklinski, Professor of Business and Social Science at Northland College and owner of 3P Insights, LLC,, as they discuss recruiting for diversity. Discover action steps that businesses can take to...
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E32: Let's Be Real
In this end-of-year episode, Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board CEO Mari Kay-Nabozny is joined by NWWIB staff, as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of 2020, and the lessons learned. Mari and her team discuss Zoom fatigue, working from home, virtual job fairs and more!
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E31: Cost of the Closet: How Being Inclusive in the Workplace can Positively Impact your Business and Workforce
Jason Rae, Founder and President/CEO of the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce, joins the program to discuss how to create an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels that they can bring their full self to work. Discover important inclusive terminology and the business impact of creating…
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E30: How Businesses Can Recover and Thrive in the "Next Normal"
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted just about every business and organization on some level. In this episode Lance Ausing, Regional Economic Development Director for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) discusses how COVID-19 has impacted his organization and the region, and...
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E29: Coping with the Mental Health Impact of COVID-19- Strategies for Employers
Michelle Chase, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Founder of Chase Consulting, LLC, joins the program to discuss some of the most common mental health issues that employees are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also shares tips for employers about how they can support their employees,...
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E28: A Silver Lining- Positive Trends for Rural Areas
We know that 2020 has brought economic and social challenges, but is there is silver lining even in the middle of all these difficulties? Joel Zimmerman, Executive Director of the Washburn County Economic Development Corporation, discusses the positive trends that have come from challenging…
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E27: How to "Work Like a Boss" During a Pandemic
Before the pandemic struck, remote work was accelerating in the U.S. But the past few months has been a very strange test of our white-collar future and in some cases, those jobs considered blue-collar too. Join us to discuss how to "Work Like a Boss" during a Pandemic with guest Nancy Lyons.
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E26: Navigating Economic Disruption- A Conversation with Secretary Caleb Frostman
Caleb Frostman, Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, joins the program to share the efforts that are being made to respond to the economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover some of the unique unemployment challenges, the impact of the current crisis…
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E25: Northward Bound- A Couple's Journey of Leaving and Returning to Northwest Wisconsin
In this episode you'll hear from Scott Schultz and Jessica Wagner-Schultz as they discuss their journey of growing up in Northwest Wisconsin, leaving the region, and then eventually returning after 14 years. Discover some of the unique benefits of living in rural vs. urban areas, and why those...
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E24: Immigration & Business: Doing Work in a Whole New World
In this episode, you'll discover what employers need to know about immigration, including current trends and updates. Hear about the crucial role that immigration plays in the workforce system and the regional economy, as well as the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the immigration...
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E23: Updates, Resources and Considerations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In this special episode, you'll discover updates and resources to help you during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn what to do if you are seeking unemployment insurance, the economic impact on the local economy, and how to navigate working from home.
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E22: How Libraries Help Job Seekers and Employers
When you think about the public library, you may not always think about employment and workforce assistance. However, the role of libraries has expanded quite a bit, and libraries in rural areas are playing a critical role in helping people who are looking for jobs. In this episode, you'll learn...
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E21: Promoting Prosperity in Rural Communities
Janet Ady, President and CEO of Ady Advantage, joins the program to discuss the economic challenges and opportunities in rural America. She shares her thoughts on talent recruitment and retention, the importance of data, and how to create a shared vision for your community.
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E20: A New Online Tool For Generating Talent in Wisconsin
In this episode you'll hear about the Talent Generator, a new online tool offering smart tips and best practices for creating and sustaining a successful student talent development program. The featured guest is Rebecca Deschane, Talent Initiatives Director, a joint position with WEDC and the...
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E19: Using Poverty Informed Practice To Reduce Barriers and Change Economic Realities
This episode features an interview with Chad Dull, Vice President of Academics at Minnesota State College Southeast, as he discusses what poverty informed practice is, and what service providers and employers need to keep in mind when working with people living in poverty. Chad shares examples…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join the staff of the NWWIB as they dive into current employment trends and the ever-evolving challenges facing workers and employers in rural areas. Workforce Waves will explore smart, strategic, and unique solutions to meet the workforce needs in Wisconsin and the Midwest. New episodes will release each month to inform, inspire, and assist you in making a splash in your own community.
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