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Discounted Registration Deadline Approaching for Workforce Development Conference

If you haven’t already, be sure to register for the 104th Workforce Development Conference on or before April 15, 2017 to receive early registration discounts. The conference will be held in Costa Mesa, California, June 18-21, 2017.  Costa Mesa is just a few miles from some of the world’s best beaches, shopping and entertainment centers […]

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104th Workforce Development Conference – Register Today to Save

The 104th Workforce Development Conference will be held in Costa Mesa, California, June 18-21, 2017. Just a few miles from some of the world’s best beaches, shopping and entertainment centers, Costa Mesa is the perfect place to learn, relax and network with workforce professionals from around the world. Register before April 15th to take advantage

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Grants to Provide Job and Leadership Skills to Disadvantaged Youth

The U.S. Department of Labor announced the availability of grant funding to support and expand YouthBuild programs nationwide. For those programs that offer the “YouthBuild Construction Plus” model, participating youth can take advantage of expanded occupational skills training in additional in-demand occupations, such as health care, information technology or logistics. Grants awarded through this funding

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Robots Threaten Jobs in Developing Countries, But Could be an Opportunity Too

The increased use of robots threatens millions of jobs in developing countries, by undermining the advantage of low wages and facilitating the “reshoring” of industries back to industrialized countries, according to a new policy brief from United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). However, the brief – “Robots and industrialization in developing countries” –

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Anxious Millennials Seek Stability, Opportunities to Work With Employers to Effect Change

A turbulent 2016—punctuated by terror attacks in Europe, Brexit, and a contentious US presidential election—appears to have rattled millennials’ confidence, according to Deloitte’s sixth annual Millennial Survey. They indicate they’re less likely to leave the security of their jobs, more concerned about uncertainty arising from conflict, and not optimistic about the directions their countries are

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IAWP Live Training Program to Explore Impact of Generations in the Workplace

Never in the history of the United States have there been four generations in the workplace at the same time.  It is imperative that we understand how to create a work environment that enables all four generations to be successful while still getting the work done!  This interactive presentation is an introduction to the four

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New Study Finds that Generation Z is Entering the Workforce with Different Expectations, Shaping the Future of the Workforce

A survey was recently conducted with 3,103 participants consisting of individuals from Generation Z (aka: Gen Edge) and Millennials. The findings reveal new insights into the work styles and preferences of Generation Z as compared to Millennials. Findings showcase how leadership can better anticipate their arrival, and how Generation Edge will shape the workforce of

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