Leveling Up: Your Skills For Success Podcast

The truth is embarking on new empoyment opportunities brings some level of uncertainty, not to mention the challenges and opporutnites of coming to a new country. In this episode, Kerry recaps the Skills for Success with a focus on how to bring these skills forward to clients who are amidst change. Look for ways to promote the skills for the individual you serve and create your own personal learning plan with the Skills for Success. 

Join Kerry as she highlights the Skills for Success in mentorship. This episode sheds light on the value of mentorship from both sides - the mentee and mentor. Note how valuable having a mentor is especially for people navigating new workplaces as well as new communities with a Skills for Success spin.

Supporting newcomers to Canada with communication skills in a job interview requires a combination of cultural understanding, language support, and practical preparation. Many of these points rely on the Skill for Success of Communication. Kerry looks at strategies like the STAR method for communicaiting clearly especially in job interviews and the power body language has in getting our message accross with confidence.

Whether we are new to Manitoba or coming back to work after a hiatus, learning to navigate the unwritten rules of Canadian workplaces can be tricky. This episodes spotlights some of the unwritten rules newcomers may find as well as some real-life examples of adapting to communication in the workplace.

In the workplace, we come across problems that require solutions every day. As service providers, we support people shifting and changing jobs which demands a boost in the Skill for Success of problem-solving. This episode will encourage you to recognize and point out the Skill of Creativity and Innovation as well as Problem Solving in the people you serve. Look for strategies to help new workers recognize the talent and creativity they already have and how to leverage those skills at work.

Change is inevitable and for many of our clients a constant top of mind issue. How we respond to change will in part determine our success in the workplace. Workplaces are in a constant state of change from human resource, to policies, and equipment. Helping people boost their Skill for Success of Adaptablity will encourage them to be a part of the change they will inevitably see as their enter the Manitoba work landscape. In this episode, Kerry provides tips for encouraging that transfer of "life" change experience to the workplace.

In this episode, Kerry reviews the Skills for Success and how to transfer prior learning and real life experiences into workplace employability skills especially for people who are new to the Manitoba work-world. You will gain insights on how to highlight transferable skills to boost the confidence of those entering the workforce or who find themselves changing careers and industries.

Social Intelligence helps us navigate all sorts of different social situations with finesse both at work and in everyday life. We will be better equipped to understand others' feelings and create strong relationships where we are working remotely, in an office, or across a production floor. Through this exploration we will draw upon personal experiences as well as expert advice from Daniel Goleman and Karl Albrecht who have immense experience with this topic. This is a crucial skill for communication, collaboration, and problem solving.

Many people are facing barriers and stressful situations in joining the Manitoban workforce. This episode takes a look at managing stress in the wrokplace particularily for those returning to work after a hiatus. Kerry shares how problem solving and collaboration from the Skills for Success framework can help people recognize that stress management is an important part of a healthy workplace culture.

Scrolling seems to be how many people connect with the world including job and industry-related searches.  Kerry explores how to positively promote yourself on various social media platforms while looking for work.  

Dive into the world of Emotional Intelligence as Kerry unwraps how EI fits into the Skills for Success framework with Collaboration and Communication. Take note of how you can best support your clients through promoting this skill in the workplace and in life.

Join Kerry as she looks at the foundational skill of writing. We are using writing now more than ever as we create procedures, reports, and send emails. Learn how to improve your writing skills and take note of the improvements needed for your clients. So join us for this important episode and learn how to boost your written communication skills.

We know that reading skills are the foundation of effective communication and critical thinking.  In the workplace, individuals are constantly faced with diverse information - from reports and emails to industry trends and market analyses. By boosting your reading skills you will be better equipped to navigate the sea of information with ease and help drive your clients to better work opportunities while gaining confidence.

Problem-solving isn't just a skill but a mindset - a way of approaching challenges with curiosity, creativity, and resilience.  We can help our teams and clients see the power that comes from a strong problem-solving culture in driving creativity and innovation as well as success, Learn how to prioritize problem-solving for finding success in processes as well as in guiding people.

Proficient numeracy skills empower individuals to make informed decisions and contribute to their overall success both in and outside of the workplace. Join Kerry as she crunches the stats on the Skill for Success of Numeracy.  It's not just about being comfortable with numbers; it's about using them as a tool for strategic thinking.

Every day it seems we are swirling in a digital revolution and the significance of digital skills in our professional lives cannot be overstated.  In this episode, we take a look at the ever-changing, ever-pressing influence of digital skills in today's workplaces, as well as the challenges faced, and find strategies to cultivate and enhance digital learning - for ourselves and the people we serve.

Discover the power of effective communication and how mastering it is crucial for professional and personal growth.  This is a two-for-one Manitoba speical where you will see how to apply these skills in your role while helping the clients you serce as well. We can't ignore the role effective communication has in working in diverse workplaces and navigating different aspects of professional life.

In today's workplaces, Collaboration is encouraged more than ever.  Let's face it, our complex world requires a variety of unique skills, talents, and abilities; and we can't do everything on our own.  Collaboration is expected in Canadian workplaces whether that is among team members or even with our leaders.  Explore how this important Skill for Success can take individual talent and create high-performing teams.

This episode dives into the world of creativity and innovation and how it serves as the driving force behind workplace innovation.  Creativity and Innovation are now included in the Skills for Success framework identified as foundational skills needed in any workplace, industry, or occupation. Join Kerry as she navigates the various ways we use creativity and innovation and how to amplify these skills in our clients.

In this episode, Kerry explores the valuable skill of Adaptability and how to recognize this skill in people who are new to Canada or are making work changes.  Look for ways to increase adaptability and encourage this Skill for Success in your clients and yourself.

Essential Skills are just that.  Skills that are needed in any occupation, workplace, and organization.  Kerry introduces these essential skills and provides insight on the new Skills for Success.  She outlines how these skills are used and why you want to adopt these skills in your workplace.