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2026 Workforce Forecast & Future Skills

Future Ready NextForce

Future Ready NextForce
2026 Workforce Forecast & Future Skills
Mar 19, 2026 Episode 3
Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area

Central Texas is growing fast. But what does that mean for jobs, skills, and the future workforce?

In this episode of the FutureReady NextForce Podcast, leaders from Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area talk about why workforce forecasting matters now and how employers, workers, and communities can prepare for the future of work.

As industries evolve and the region continues to grow, planning ahead is no longer optional. Workforce forecasting helps communities anticipate workforce needs, align training with real jobs, and help people build skills that will remain valuable in a changing economy.

In this conversation, the team breaks down:

• What workforce forecasting actually means
• Why future skills matter more than ever
• The challenges employers are facing right now
• How workers can stay competitive in a changing job market
• How Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area supports employers and jobseekers across the region

You will also hear how the FutureReady NextForce Podcast will explore workforce issues this season through leadership conversations, real stories from across Central Texas, and insights from the people building the region’s workforce.

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About FutureReady NextForce

FutureReady NextForce is the official podcast of Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area (WSRCA), exploring the trends, partnerships, and people shaping the future of work across Central Texas. Each episode features conversations with workforce leaders, educators, employers, and community partners working to connect people with careers, businesses with talent, and communities with opportunity.

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