
Michigan Talent Talk
A podcast for Michigan job seekers.
Episodes
32 episodes
How Young Adults can Unlock their Career Potential with Raymond Barry
In this episode of Talent Talk, we are joined by Raymond Barry, Youth Services Leader at GST Michigan Works!, to explore how to unlock your potential and achieve career growth. Raymond, a seasoned career coach and mentor, shares insights and st...
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15:00

Advancing Students' Careers at the Genesee Career Institute with Jason Carlisle
In this episode, we are joined by Jason Carlisle, Assistant Principal at the Genesee Career Institute (GCI). Jason discusses how GCI works with 10th, 11th & 12th-grade students to achieve their career and educational goals.
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15:00

The Power of Listening with Nick Leja
In this episode, we are joined by Nick Leja to discuss the lessons he has learned during his entrepreneurial journey. Nick discusses the importance of listening and how networking with the right people can help you avoid the pitfalls of entrepr...
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25:35

Apprenticeships and Getting Started in a Skilled Trade with Wanda Bigelow
In this episode, we are joined by Wanda Bigelow, Apprenticeship Manager at GST Michigan Works! Wanda shares her insights into the benefits of pursuing a career in the trades via an apprenticeship. She explains how GST Michigan Works plays a rol...
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Resilience, Perseverance & Basketball with Kevin Mays
In this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are joined by Kevin Mays, Owner & President of Flint United basketball. Kevin discusses the topics of resilience and perseverance as it relates to sports and his career. To learn more ...
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Going PRO: Empowering Michigan's Workforce with Cindy Thornthwaite
In this episode, we are joined by Cindy Thornthwaite, Business Services Manager from GST Michigan Works! We explore the Going PRO program and how it is helping to upskill and reskill Michigan's workforce for in-demand industries. We discuss the...
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15:00

Taking Steps to Financial Wellness with Kimberly Coulter
In this episode, we are joined by Kimberly Coulter to discuss the steps you can take to achieve financial wellness and security. Kimberly is an expert in the field of financial education as well as being a realtor, author, and the CEO of Dekim ...
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25:12

Human Trafficking Prevention with Detroit Homeland Security Investigations
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and we are joined by Special Agent in Charge Angie Salazar and Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge Lisa Keith to help raise awareness. Angie & Lisa discuss how to recognize the
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Engaging for Success with Tiffany Rouser
In this episode, we are joined by Tiffany Rouser, Program Director at The Engagement Center in Flint. Tiffany shares how The Engagement Center helps guide young adults who are unemployed and not in school. Connecting these individuals with educ...
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18:55

The Transfer of Knowledge with Perci Whitmore
In this episode, we are joined by Perci Whitmore, Flint native and found of the Share The Keys program. We discuss how his organization helps support young men turn their creativity and dreams into achievable entrepreneurial ideas through mento...
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56:53

Empowering Entrepreneurs in Flint & Genesee County with Ashley Sanders
In this episode, we are joined by Ashley Sanders from the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance. Ashley discusses how she can help local entrepreneurs advance their ideas and grow their business.
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23:47

What are Invisible Disabilities? with Ken Lemons
We are joined by Ken Lemons, Project Coordinator from the Greater Flint Health Coalition to discuss the importance of increasing awareness and access to resources for people struggling with invisible disabilities such as mental illness and subs...
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24:35

Enabling Growth for Small & Mid-Sized Manufacturers with Matthew Shoffner
In this episode of our entrepreneur series, we are joined by Matt Shoffner, Senior Business Solutions Manager for the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (The Center). Matt describes how The Center helps upcoming manufacturing companies in...
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How FABLab is Helping Bring Entrepreneurial Ideas to Life
In this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are on location at Mott Community College for a tour of their Digital Fabrication Lab (Fab Lab). Thomas Herold, Director of MCC's Fab Lab gives us a rundown of how the lab helps aspiring e...
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14:56

Fostering Entrepreneurial Ideas with 100K Ideas
We are joined by Jennifer and Amanda from 100K Ideas to discuss how the organization helps entrepreneurs develop their ideas into successful businesses. 100K Ideas is a team of hobbyists, thinkers, and inventors with a mission to help passionat...
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14:23

Financial Resources with Tiffany Bernethy & Shanise Ollie from Metro Community Development
In this episode, we are joined by Tiffany Bernethy and Shanise Ollie of Metro Community Development. We discuss how they help foster community development and create economic opportunities for individuals and businesses. We also talk about the ...
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About Hamilton Community Health Network and Their Career Opportunities with Lisa Rogers
In this episode, we are joined by Lisa Rogers from Hamilton Community Health Network to discuss their current job openings and the services they offer to the community in Flint and the surrounding areas. To learn more about Hamilton Community H...
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Jobs for Michigan Graduates Success Stories featuring Nolan Henson & TK Thomas
In this episode, I caught up with two Jobs for Michigan Graduates (JMG) Alumni during the recent JMG Career Development Conference. My first guest is Nolan Henson, a Flint native and currently a Senior at Central Michigan University. We discuss...
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16:56

Hope & Healing with Calvin Ray
On this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are joined by Calvin Ray to discuss the importance of mental health and self-care in our daily lives.
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32:12

Tips for Achieving Your Goals with Marc D. Alexander
In this episode we are joined by Author, Social Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, and President and CEO of Lite Tuition, Marc D. Alexander! Marc discusses his entrepreneurial journey and shares tips and insight on how to dream of success and ...
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43:55

Getting Work Experience as a Young Adult with Ray Barry
In this episode, we are joined by Raymond Barry, Youth Services Leader from GST Michigan Works! We discuss the difficulties young adults face getting their foot in the door to gain necessary work experience. Ray explains how GST Michigan Work's...
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23:22

Funding Opportunities in the Healthcare Field with Penny Poplar, Program Director for FHEO
In this episode, we speak with Penny Poplar, Program Director of the Flint Healthcare Employment Opportunities (FHEO) program.The FHEO Program assists residents of Flint & Genesee County to find educational opportunities and pursue c...
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Episode 8 - Providing Accessible Child Care Resources with Christa Melton
In this episode, we are joined by Christa Melton, Associate Program Specialist with the Genesee County Community Action Resource Department's (GCCARD) Head Start program. Christa discusses the resources that GCCARD's Head Start program provides...
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Episode 7 - Advancing Skills at the Flint Development Center with Mary Heron
This episode we are joined by Mary Heron, Lead Literacy Coach at the Flint Development Center. We discuss the many programs offered at the FDC to help citizens of Flint access resources and further develop their skills.Learn more at Fli...
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