Searching In San Diego

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. 

In this episode, you'll hear about how to increase your confidence as a job seeker, and how to overcome fears and doubts along the way! 

This episode features a conversation with Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations for KRA, as she discusses the impact of the Great Resignation on employers and employees. Discover what employees are valuing most in a job or career and how employers can maximize their recruitment and retention efforts. 

Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations for KRA, returns to the program to discuss what employers and employees need to think about when it comes to mental health. Discover how employers can best support their employees in taking care of their mental health and tips for creating a work-life balance. 

In this episode you'll learn about The Possibility Project, which helps young people ages 18-24 earn their high school diploma while getting a head start on their career. Discover eligibility requirements, the various services offered and the partnership between the San Diego Career Centers and MY Academy.

Mustafa Ammar, Founder and CEO of The Passion MBA, joins the program to explain what "Career PTSD" is, the root causes of it, and share 5 tips for overcoming Career PTSD. 

Dr. Kordilia Noble, Director, Partnerships & Market Development at KRA, joins the program to discuss the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on women, and African American women in particular. She also shares her perspective on the importance of access to leadership development and formal mentorship for women in the workplace. 

In the second part of this two-part episode, author and career coach Beverly Williams shares tips for anyone thinking about looking for a new job during the Great Resignation, and what to consider before leaving a current job or career. 

In part one of this two-part episode, author and career coach Beverly Williams joins the program to share tips about what job seekers need to think about during their job search. 

Angela Lussier, CEO and Founder of Speaker Sisterhood, returns to the program to discuss how to communicate your value to others, whether that's in a networking meet, job fair, interview, etc. Discover tips for how to speak effectively and ensure that your message is heard. 

Angela Lussier, CEO and Founder of Speaker Sisterhood, joins the program to discuss how to overcome the fear of speaking and shares tips for calming yourself down whether you are speaking in-person or virtually. 

Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations, returns to the program to discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has caused the "tables to turn" when it comes to the employer/employee relationship and the implications of that shift. For job seekers, you'll discover how to pursue the career and get the job that you really want, and for employers, you'll learn what to think about in order to meet your workforce needs. 

In this episode you'll learn about the South County Career Center Resource and Job Carnival as well as the available resources for employers and job seekers. To learn more, visit workforce.org/events

Maxine Suka, Director of Workforce Operations, returns to the program to discuss the importance of managing expectations when it comes to reopening in-person operations. Maxine shares insights about the conversations that she has had with her own staff about this topic, and shares insights for anyone going through the process of reopening in-person operations in their organization.

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.  

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.

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.

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.

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.

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/