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Revolutionizing Hiring: Why Skills Assessments Are the Future of Recruitment

Imagine this: You’re hiring for a critical role on your team. You’ve sifted through hundreds of resumes, conducted countless interviews, and finally made an offer to someone with an impressive degree and a glowing recommendation. But a few months in, it’s clear they’re struggling to keep up. Sound familiar? This scenario is all too common […]

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Navigating Workforce Dynamics: Insights from the Latest JOLTS Report

The latest Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (view full report here) sheds light on crucial trends shaping the labor market. For workforce development professionals, understanding these trends is critical for aligning strategies with evolving market realities. This article provides a breakdown of key findings and

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The Art of Collaboration: Building Strong Partnerships Between Workforce Agencies and Employers

In today’s job market, collaboration between workforce agencies and employers isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. Employers are struggling to find workers with the right skills, and job seekers often don’t have the training they need to fill those roles. By working together, agencies and businesses can close this gap, create opportunities, and build a stronger labor

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Virtual Meeting with BLS: Key Trends Shaping the Future of Workforce Development

The International Association of Workforce Professionals (IAWP) Oregon Chapter is excited to invite all members to an essential virtual presentation focused on navigating the rapidly changing landscape of workforce development. Join us for this opportunity to stay ahead of key labor market trends, helping you plan and strategize with confidence in today’s evolving economy. Event

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Access to Affordable Child Care: Implications for Workforce Participation and Economic Growth

The availability and cost of child care are critical considerations in workforce development, particularly as they affect parents’ ability to participate fully in the labor market. Workforce development professionals play a key role in understanding and addressing these challenges as part of broader strategies to support economic growth and labor force engagement. This article explores

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Building Workforce Resilience: A Practical Disaster Preparedness Guide for State Workforce Agencies

Disasters, whether natural or man-made, such as hurricanes, wildfires, pandemics, or cyberattacks, have the potential to disrupt economies and workforce systems significantly. To mitigate these challenges and ensure a swift recovery, the U.S. Department of Labor has released the “Disaster Lifecycle from Preparedness through Resiliency: A Guide for State Workforce Agencies (SWAs).” This comprehensive resource

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Unveiling the Ghost Job Epidemic: What Workforce Development Professionals Need to Know

The job market is facing an unsettling challenge that frustrates job seekers and creates complexities for workforce development professionals: the rise of fake or “ghost” jobs. These are job postings for positions that companies have no intention of filling, resulting in wasted effort, distorted labor market data, and diminished trust among job seekers. The Ghost

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Expanding IAWP’s Global Vision with New International Leadership

The International Association of Workforce Professionals (IAWP) is thrilled to announce the inclusion of Kuei-Yen (Kylie) Liao on its Board of Directors. Taiwan has long been a steadfast supporter and member of IAWP, and Kylie’s appointment further strengthens this invaluable partnership. Kylie brings a wealth of experience to IAWP, rooted in her dedication to workforce

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IAWP Values Your Input: Help Us Provide the Benefits and Services That Matter to You

Your opinion is incredibly important to IAWP! As a valued member of the IAWP community, your insights help us ensure we are offering the benefits and services that truly matter to you. We’re excited to invite you to share your thoughts by completing a short survey designed to reflect your needs. Why Your Voice Matters

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LinkedIn’s Jobs on the Rise 2025: Spotlight on Workforce Development Roles

LinkedIn’s “Jobs on the Rise” report for 2025 highlights the rapid evolution of the U.S. job market, with nearly half of the top 25 emerging roles—such as Artificial Intelligence Engineer, Workforce Development Manager, and Chief Growth Officer—being positions that didn’t exist 25 years ago. The report, provides a comprehensive overview of these fast-growing roles and

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