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For many, networking is often perceived as an expected — if uncomfortable — part of the job-seeking process. University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management researchers found they could improve reemployment quality — especially among those who identified as more introverted — through the development of a new training tool focused on increasing networking understanding
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation released a new report, “Hiring in the Modern Talent Marketplace.” The report demonstrates that employers and hiring managers are preparing for a world where competencies – not degrees – are the most important factors when filling a job. The findings show that employers value their work with higher education
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With the diversity of people and thought, a conference is often the best place to hear a new idea that provides a spark of inspiration. The Workforce Development Conference provides ample time to meet and network both formally and informally with workforce development professionals from across the United States and around the world. Registrants can
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Join Troy McMillan, a Labor Market & Career Resources Specialist, for an enlightening talk about labor market information (LMI) and its role in the work we do in the workforce development system. We’ll learn what it is and why we should incorporate it into all aspects of the work we do. Labor market, workforce, and
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IAWP is looking for hardworking, dedicated, passionate individuals to serve in leadership roles on the 2020-21 Board of Directors as president-elect, vice-president, secretary/treasurer, and directors at large. Serving in a leadership role with IAWP is a truly special experience that provides a unique opportunity to develop new skills in leadership, management, budgeting, association management, meeting
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is creating demand for millions of new jobs, with vast new opportunities for fulfilling people’s potential and aspirations. However, in order to turn these opportunities into reality, new sources of data and innovative approaches to understand emerging jobs and skills, as well as to empower effective and coordinated large-scale action are
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While technical and subject matter expertise are important, researchers found that critical thinking and communication skills are some of the most valued by employers. “In the U.S., there is a perception by employers that college graduates are unprepared for a workforce that is becoming technologically more advanced and increasingly globalized,” said Joseph Rios, the study’s
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The International Association of Workforce Professionals offers a multitude of ways workforce professionals can enhance their careers using IAWP training and certification programs. IAWP’s most popular education programs include: Workforce Professional Development Program Certified Workforce Professional Live Webinars Workforce Development Conference IAWP also offers a number of self-paced training programs. Some of the more popular topics
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