Seems like the first two months of the year came and went quickly, right? 

No matter how productive you are, the pressure to meet goals and get tasks done can feel relentless. Stress and burnout and exhaustion may enter your professional and personal life. Working harder and pushing through isn’t a strategy to address the symptoms or root cause.

"When stress isn’t dealt with over time, it becomes a nagging feeling of frustration, avoidance, and sometimes despair," says Terry Trafton of TT2 Consulting, who has 25 years of experience in business strategy, mental health and well-being, and leadership development. 

In our interview, Terry discusses how to "Manage Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion in Life and Work." 

You can learn from Terry's course on March 28 how to acquire and apply practical skills in these areas.

IN THIS NEWSLETTER

• New blog posts on skills-based hiring, managing burnout and stress, and how to make the "big ask" of leadership
 
• UMKC TalentLink + MedCerts Case Study

• In the Community - UMKC TalentLink provides training for Argus

• MedCerts + UMKC TalentLink Webinar

• New workshops on making the "big ask" of leadership, fraud prevention and cybersecurity, and Gallup CliftonStrengths Assessment with coaching.

Rolling forward into Spring!

UMKC TalentLink - Jake, Candice, Alexa, and Pete

Skills-based Hiring Levels the Playing Field - “One of the most profound changes in the labor market is the rise of skills-based hiring,” says Employ Direct Group Chief Executive Officer Lydia Johnson. Learn about the benefits of skills-based hiring for job seekers.

Manage Burnout and Emotional Exhaustion in Life and Work - Instructor Terry Trafton discusses how his March 28 workshop can help participants develop valuable skills for use at home, work, and other settings.

The Big Ask of Leadership - How to make the “big ask” of leadership? That’s the question leadership development expert Shannon Swift explores in her workshop on April 10. In our interview, Swift offers insight on how her workshop guides participants through the process and can help build a valuable skill. 

Mental Health Workers Needed to Meet Rising Demand - Several mental health roles appeared on Indeed‘s list ranking 25 of the best jobs of 2024. Are you or someone you know interested in working in these roles but don’t have experience yet? Consider these MedCerts certification programs -  Mental Health Support Specialist and Mental Health Support Professional.  

Skill-Based Education Partnerships Provide Soft Skills and Technical Skills for a New Generation of Talent

Interest in skills-driven education is gaining momentum among employers. Why is this happening?

Above: Instructor Terry Trafton.

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."

NEW!
April 23 - Gallup CliftonStrengths Assessment Workshop

Led by Gallup-certified coach Jonathan Jones, the Gallup CliftonStrengths® workshop provides insights about your top strengths and how to maximize your potential.

NEW!
May 8 - Fraud Prevention and Cybersecurity: Protect Your Business and Customers 

Experts Krista Shelton and Sam Sapp present a comprehensive course designed to protect small businesses from fraud and cyber threats. Workshop includes a 30-minute break for lunch (supplied).

Flexible skills-based training. Learn on your schedule. 

Develop in-demand skills and practical knowledge for professional-level positions in a wide variety of fields.

April 3rd, 12:30-1:15 PM CST
UMKC TalentLink invites you to an exclusive free online webinar in partnership with MedCerts. 

We will dive into the power of our partnership with MedCerts, opening doors to in-demand careers in healthcare and IT. Whether you're exploring exciting new career paths or aiming to elevate your current professional trajectory, this webinar is designed to guide you toward the pathways of success.

Jake Akehurst, Executive Director of UMKC TalentLink, and Keyona Wilson, Student Success Advisor at MedCerts, will guide you through this insightful session. 

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

Warren Wandling facilitating Leadership With Purpose training for Leadership Leawood.

Project Management training at Argus Consulting. 

UMKC TalentLink Executive Director Jake Akehurst at the Leawood Chamber of Commerce March breakfast.

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