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Aug 17, 2021

Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations, returns to the program to discuss the process of reopening in-person operations for the San Diego Career Centers, and what needs to be considered in order to maintain health and safety for everyone.  

Jul 14, 2021

Workshop Facilitator Kristi Zimsky joins the program to discuss the importance of developing financial literacy. Kristi shares details about the financial literacy workshop that she facilitates, reveals the biggest challenges that people face when it comes to money, and the various topics covered in the workshop.

Jun 30, 2021

Raj Girn, Founder and CEO of the Open Chest Confidence Academy, joins the program to discuss her own journey of becoming more confident and shares tips for how to increase your confidence. Discover how to find courage in the face of uncertainty, and what to consider when starting a new job or career.

Jun 15, 2021

Maylynne Rayos returns to the program to discuss how she created her own fitness brand, and how she continued to build her brand and business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover what it takes to build a fitness brand, how to collaborate with sponsors, and the key skill sets and knowledge you need to build and grow a fitness brand.

Apr 20, 2021

In this episode, you'll hear from a panel of experts about how to build a professional presence on LinkedIn, and what to consider before posting. Discover a recent shift that has been happening on LinkedIn, and what types of posts are appropriate for this social media platform.

Apr 8, 2021

DEI consultant Kay Fabella joins the program for a 2-part conversation about how organizations can create a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. To learn more about Kay, visit https://kayfabella.com/

Apr 8, 2021

DEI consultant Kay Fabella joins the program for a 2-part conversation about how organizations can create a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. To learn more about Kay, visit https://kayfabella.com/

Mar 30, 2021

Chad Matkowski, President/CEO of the National City Chamber of Commerce, joins the program to discuss the Career Pathways to Success Job Fair. Discover the employers that will be attending, what you can expect, and how to prepare.

Feb 19, 2021

Many people are thinking about switching careers this year. Maybe they were hit with furloughs or layoffs, company closings, job burnout, or just plain dissatisfaction. Others may have moved or finally finished schooling. In part two of this two-part conversation, Geraldine Hogan, author of Career Moves for Teachers and Other Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job Change shares the actions you need to take for a successful career change. 

Feb 19, 2021

Many people are thinking about switching careers this year. Maybe they were hit with furloughs or layoffs, company closings, job burnout, or just plain dissatisfaction. Others may have moved or finally finished schooling. In part one of this two-part conversation, Geraldine Hogan, author of Career Moves for Teachers and Other Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job Change shares the mindset shifts that you need to consider when making a career change. 

Jan 28, 2021

Christopher Metoyer, Sr. Recruiting Logistics Specialist – R&D with Takeda Pharmaceuticals International Co., joins the program to discuss how to handle gaps on your resume during the COVID-19 pandemic. Christopher also shares his thoughts about how you can identify transferable skills for in-demand careers.

Jan 14, 2021

Dr. Frank Farley, Psychology Professor at Temple University and former President of the American Psychological Association (APA), joins the program to discuss the importance of setting resolutions, even in uncertain times. Discover the benefits of goal setting and how to cope with change.

Dec 31, 2020

Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations for the San Diego Career Centers, returns to the program to discuss the journey of being a leader during the past year. Maxine shares tips for all of us about how to navigate times of disruption and make the most of difficult times!

Dec 1, 2020
Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations for the San Diego Career Centers, joins the program to discuss her own journey of balancing work responsibilities while parenting her children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Maxine shares her thoughts about how the pandemic has impacted women in the workforce and shares advice for parents who are facing difficult choices regarding their profession and family. 
 

 

 
 
Nov 16, 2020

Julius Alejandro, organizational strategist, joins the program to discuss what he has learned about startups, based on his own involvement and experience with several startup companies. He also discusses the economic gap that exists in underserved communities and how address those economic disparities.

Oct 20, 2020

In this episode, you'll hear about a Youth Job Fair taking place on October 22nd, in collaboration with the National City Chamber of Commerce, South Bay Community Services (SBCS), Southwestern College, DOR, and a few other organizations that serve youth

Discover why it's important for youth to start building their job search skills, as well as tips and tools for youth job seekers. You'll also hear about other resources available for youth. 

Oct 16, 2020

In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. Patti Ashley, a psychologist who specializes in helping people recover from grief and loss. Discover how to bounce back from the grief of a job loss, and the multiple losses that everyone is feeling during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Ashley also reveals how grief effects the brain and tips for self-care.

Sep 30, 2020

Sylvia Contreras, Center Operations Director for the Metro Region Career Centers, joins the program to discuss the Underserved COVID-19 Impacted Individuals (UCII) Grant, and how it provides supportive services to assist workers most impacted financially by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Discover the services available, and how to apply.

Sep 9, 2020

Lexius Waltar, Community Manager at Synergy Centre CoWorks, joins the program to discuss how she came to be involved in technology. She also reveals why STEM and tech careers can be empowering for women and people of color, and the benefits of including underrepresented talent in the science and technology sectors. 

**Note: This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Aug 26, 2020

What is it like to look for a job during the COVID-19 pandemic? In this episode, you'll hear from Cam Richardson, workshop facilitator and Christina Rios, leader workshop facilitator, as they discuss the trends that they are seeing, and some good news for job seekers. Discover how to give yourself the best chance of finding a job, and the increasing role that technology is playing in the job search process.

Aug 19, 2020

In this episode, you'll hear from two healthcare recruiters as they discuss what a typical day looks like, and the qualities that they look for in applicants. They also discuss the greatest challenges and opportunities that they experience in the roles. NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Aug 5, 2020

Wesley Quach, Director & Business Advisor of the Asian Business Association San Diego (ABASD) joins the program to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on API (Asian and Pacific Islander) owned businesses and some of the unique challenges that API businesses face. Discover some of the most common misconceptions about API businesses and how to be part of the solution.

Jul 24, 2020

Shadia Omer joins the program to discuss how she got started writing for entertainment blogs, and how to make connections online. Shadia also discusses her aspirations to become a television writer, and discusses the importance of diverse representation in all aspects of media.

Jul 6, 2020

In this episode, you'll learn about the South Bay Virtual Job Fair. The employment fair will take place on July 16 from 9:30 AM to 1:30 pm via ZOOM. Discover the workshops that are available before and after the job fair to address both what to before, during and after a virtual job fair to achieve success.

Jun 25, 2020

Mari Gonzalez and Joni Bumpas from the Metro Career Centers join the program to discuss the Gale Free Online Training Programs that are available to job seekers. Discover what topics are covered, and how to learn more.

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