32 episodes

A podcast for Michigan job seekers.

Michigan Talent Talk GST Michigan Works

    • Business

A podcast for Michigan job seekers.

    How Young Adults can Unlock their Career Potential with Raymond Barry

    How Young Adults can Unlock their Career Potential with Raymond Barry

    In this episode of Talent Talk, we are joined by Raymond Barry, Youth Services Leader at GST Michigan Works!, to explore how to unlock your potential and achieve career growth. Raymond, a seasoned career coach and mentor, shares insights and strategies on how to identify your strengths, set career goals, and overcome common obstacles. No matter where you are in your career journey, this episode offers valuable advice and actionable tips to help you succeed.

    • 15 min
    Advancing Students' Careers at the Genesee Career Institute with Jason Carlisle

    Advancing Students' Careers at the Genesee Career Institute with Jason Carlisle

    In this episode, we are joined by Jason Carlisle, Assistant Principal at the Genesee Career Institute (GCI). Jason discusses how GCI works with 10th, 11th & 12th-grade students to achieve their career and educational goals.

    • 15 min
    The Power of Listening with Nick Leja

    The Power of Listening with Nick Leja

    In this episode, we are joined by Nick Leja to discuss the lessons he has learned during his entrepreneurial journey. Nick discusses the importance of listening and how networking with the right people can help you avoid the pitfalls of entrepreneurship.

    • 25 min
    Apprenticeships and Getting Started in a Skilled Trade with Wanda Bigelow

    Apprenticeships and Getting Started in a Skilled Trade with Wanda Bigelow

    In this episode, we are joined by Wanda Bigelow, Apprenticeship Manager at GST Michigan Works! Wanda shares her insights into the benefits of pursuing a career in the trades via an apprenticeship. She explains how GST Michigan Works plays a role in helping employers develop an apprenticeship program and pair them with job seekers who are interested in starting a career in the skilled trades.

    • 14 min
    Resilience, Perseverance & Basketball with Kevin Mays

    Resilience, Perseverance & Basketball with Kevin Mays

    In this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are joined by Kevin Mays, Owner & President of Flint United basketball. Kevin discusses the topics of resilience and perseverance as it relates to sports and his career. To learn more about Flint United Basketball, visit flintunitedbasketball.com.

    • 17 min
    Going PRO: Empowering Michigan's Workforce with Cindy Thornthwaite

    Going PRO: Empowering Michigan's Workforce with Cindy Thornthwaite

    In this episode, we are joined by Cindy Thornthwaite, Business Services Manager from GST Michigan Works! We explore the Going PRO program and how it is helping to upskill and reskill Michigan's workforce for in-demand industries. We discuss the benefits of the program for both employees and employers by providing various training opportunities such as apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and classroom instruction.

    • 15 min

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