Work Talk is a podcast about happenings in the region’s businesses. Businesses that participate in the podcast have the opportunity to tell their story; who are they, what do they do and what do they need to be competitive? Job seekers, through listening to the podcast, have the opportunity to learn about business needs and expectations and how they might prepare to go to work for a particular business and/or in a particular industry. We recognize that the more we understand about what businesses want/need, the more likely we are to meet that need.

E32: Update on Virginia’s Unemployment Insurance Program

In this episode, you’ll hear updates about Virginia’s unemployment insurance system, and changes that have occurred since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. You’ll hear about changes both from a […]

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E31: The Ticket To Work Program

In this episode, you’ll learn about the Ticket to Work Program, a free and voluntary program offered by Social Security that can help people age 18 through 64 who receive […]

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E30: The Virginia Ready Initiative

In this episode, you’ll learn about the Virginia Ready Initiative, a newly established nonprofit organization formed in response to the economic hardships created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how VA […]

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Community Awareness Podcast 7: Business Services During Times of Disruption- Pt 2

In part 2 of this 2-part community awareness podcast, you’ll hear about how the New River Mt. Roger Workforce Development Board has innovated and continued to serve business needs during […]

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Community Awareness Podcast 6: Business Services During Times of Disruption- Pt 1

In part 1 of this 2-part community awareness podcast, you’ll hear about how the New River Mt. Roger Workforce Development Board has innovated and continued to serve business needs during […]

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E29: Resource Guidebook for Reopening Your Business in the Age of COVID-19

In this episode, you’ll learn about the online resource guidebook created by the New River Valley Task Force Recovery Team. Discover how to access the guidebook, why it was created […]

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Community Awareness Podcast 5: Upcoming Virtual Job Fair

In this community awareness podcast, designed to provide crucial information during the COVID-19 pandemic, you’ll hear about an upcoming virtual job fair. Discover some of the employers who are participating […]

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Community Awareness Podcast 4: Preparing for Job Opportunities During COVID-19

In this community awareness podcast, designed to bring you crucial information during the COVID-19 pandemic, you’ll discover how you can prepare for job opportunities while staying at home.

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E28: Tips for Working From Home During the COVID-19 Pandemic

As many employees transition from working in an office to working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this episode explores tips for successfully adjusting to working from home. Discover how […]

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Community Awareness Podcast 3: Virtual Job Seeker Workshops

In this community awareness podcast dedicated to providing crucial information during the COVID-19 pandemic, you’ll learn about virtual job seeker workshops and how to access them.

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