Expert talent acquisition strategist Molly Weaver leads a workshop, Skills-based Hiring: Beyond the Buzzword, on February 22 from 10-11:30 am that dives deeper into skills-based hiring.

In her workshop and in a recent interview for our blog, Weaver explores how this approach to recruitment and talent acquisition makes sense in today's labor market and workplace setting.

Job seekers, Weaver's insights may influence how you position yourself as a qualified candidate. 

As we head into 2024, we have rearranged some furniture so to speak.

If you haven't visited our website lately (gasp!), then take a peek at our recent refresh. Our Home page focuses on key information and links to professional development for businesses and nonprofits.  

On our Individual Learning page, you'll find grouped links to our online and in-person training and development offerings, including WorkForge manufacturing skills and MedCerts healthcare certification programs.

Our Newsletter link provides a quick way to subscribe (please share with friends and peers) and includes links to past newsletters (more to come). Of course, you may find our library of blog posts at News & Insights.

UMKC TalentLink team - Jake, Alexa, Candice, and Pete

Skills-based Hiring Makes Sense Now for Employers and Job Seekers
Expert Molly Weaver discusses why skills-based hiring makes sense now for talent acquisition specialists and recruiters. Take her course on Feb. 22 as part of an extended learning day in advance of TeamKC’s annual talent summit Training Camp later that day.

UMKC TalentLink and WorkForge Award Certificate to Veterans Community Project Recipient
UMKC TalentLink Executive Director Jake Akehurst (left) and WorkForge CEO Nathan Walts (right) presented veteran Brenten Taylor with a certificate of completion at the recent Greater Kansas City Veterans Career Fair. 

Skills-first Training and Hiring Gains Traction Heading Into 2024 - Skills-first hiring is an ongoing trend, emphasizing job-relevant skills for candidates. Here's why.

Above: Instructor Jenna Eschenbrenner, who leads HR Essentials and Trends for Small Business.

February 22 - Skills Based Hiring: Beyond the Buzzword

Talent acquisition expert Molly Weaver discusses how organizations are beginning to move toward hiring based on skills – not necessarily degrees. Find out why and how to implement this approach.

March 6 - HR Essentials and Trends for Small Business

HR expert Jenna Eschenbrenner of Eighty-One Eleven HR Consulting simplifies the need-to-know details of how to maintain compliant and efficient best practices in human resources for small businesses.

March 28 - Reclaim Your Energy: Managing Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion in Life and Work

Led by Terry Trafton, acquire practical skills to better manage burnout and emotional exhaustion by harnessing your emotional energy intelligence.

April 10 - How to Make A Big Ask of Leadership

Guided by expert facilitator Shannon Swift, learn a process that helps you design talking points, prepare, and deliver a persuasive proposal to leadership. Includes discussion with former Chief Human Resource Officer Ed Schloesslin about a corporate leader’s typical challenges, objections, and concerns with the "big ask."

SOFT SKILLS COURSES (FROM $149 AND UP)

Building Teams That Work

Fundamentals of Supervision and Management

Mastering Public Speaking

Managing Customer Service

TECHNICAL SKILLS COURSES (FROM $149 AND UP)

A to Z Grant Writing

Introduction to Business Analysis

Distribution and Logistics Management

Winning RFP Responses

Freight Broker Agent Training

Spanish For Medical Professionals

Discover Sign Language

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Online Manufacturing Training Available Through WorkForge and UMKC TalentLink

Learn key manufacturing skills and knowledge that can demonstrate aptitude for an entry-level role to an employer. Take the first step toward landing an in-demand position with solid pay potential and opportunity to learn more.

Online learning available in 

• Aerospace
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
• Food Safety and Production
• Industrial Maintenance
• Introduction to Manufacturing Careers
• Robotics
• Welding

The future of healthcare and mental wellness begins with you or someone you know ready to help others in our community. 

Get specialized training in one of 30+ MedCerts certification programs.

• Flexible and convenient online study
• Achieve an industry-recognized certification
• Begin a career path with room for growth
• Prepare to earn competitive pay and benefits

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