Beyond the Right Thing to Do

There are certain phrases we hear so often that we stop questioning them. One of those phrases is: “It’s just the right thing to do.” I’ve heard it in conversations about workforce development, creating opportunities for underrepresented groups, supporting diverse contractors, mentoring young people, and building more inclusive companies. Most people say it with good […]
From Outreach to Outcomes: How to Build WFD Partnerships That Actually Change Lives (and Your Hiring Results)

The Problem Beneath the Partnership Too many Workforce Development (WFD) partnerships begin with great intentions and end with quiet disappointment. Companies show up to a job fair or mock interview day, collect resumes, and shake hands. However, nothing sticks, and trainees go home wondering if it was real. Leaders go back to the office saying, […]