Episodes tagged: Work

Majority of Hourly Workers Plan to Leave, Schedule Flexibility a Top Concern

In this episode Steve shares results from a recent survey of hourly workers and frontline managers on the challenges and expectations of the hourly workforce.

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Crafting Connections through the Power of Storytelling

Today, we spoke with Elena Valentine from Skill Scout Films about the power of storytelling in life and the workplace.

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Women in the US Working at Record Levels, Now Fully Half of the Total Workforce

In this episode Steve discusses the important work and societal trends that have propelled women to reach fully half of the US workforce for only the third time in history.

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Tech Talk: Food Science, Cell Phones, and College Football Fever

This week on The Play by Play podcast, Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer are back to school and excited to share the latest episode with you!

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Despite Their Interest, Gen Z Often Discouraged from Work in the Skilled Trades

In this episode Steve shares that while many Gen Zers look favorably and are interested in work in skilled trades careers, they are still pushed to pursue traditional college educations and “professional” work.

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The Power of Storytelling in the Workplace

This week we met with Melanie Steinbach from MasterClass to talk about the benefits of using storytelling in leadership development.

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Air Traffic Controller Staffing Shortages Persist, More Close Calls Result

In this episode Steve discusses how ongoing staffing shortages of air traffic controllers are leading to more aircraft near-misses and travel delays in the US.

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To Ensure You’ll Never Escape Work, Data Shows Sunday Emails are “Best”

In this episode Steve discusses a recent survey that revealed the “best” time to send a work email is Sunday at 3PM, but this could help erode employee’s work/life balance even further.

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Fostering Family and Cultivating Change in the Workplace

This week we are discussing the traditions of new parents in the workplace, and how we can celebrate and include parents differently.

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More Organizations Focusing on Skills-based Hiring

In this episode Steve discusses the trend of organizations increasing their focus on skills in the hiring process, and reducing formal degree and qualification requirements.

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