Talent Talk Podcast

In this episode, we explore how to transform personal and professional growth through leadership and communication assessments, like DiSC, True Colors, StrengthsFinder and the 360 assessment. We unpack how these assessment help you better understand yourself and your team, improve communication and build stronger workplace relationships. Whether you’re an individual looking to grow or you are seeking impactful insights and training for your organization, you’ll learn how these tools can support your journey.

In this episode, we provide an overview of the NEW Digital Alliance and its mission to empower leaders in the age of AI. We discuss key resources available to organizations, the importance of AI literacy, and how leaders can make informed decisions about AI adoption. You’ll also hear about real-world examples of AI in action, common challenges businesses face, and how AI will influence leadership and strategy in the future. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to enhance your capabilities, this episode offers valuable insights and advice to lead confidently in the AI era.

In this episode, we explore how microcredentials and digital badges are reshaping workforce training and skill development. Learn how these focused, verifiable credentials differ from traditional degrees, why they’re gaining traction, and how they’re helping individuals and companies stay competitive. We also discuss future trends and how employers can use these tools to boost team skills in today’s evolving job market.

Ann Franz, executive director of the Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance (NEWMA), discusses the results of NEWMA’s 2024 Industry 4.0 Talent & Technology Survey. Find out to what extent Northeast Wisconsin manufacturers are using Industry 4.0 digital technologies and what it means for companies’ ability to compete in a global market.

When it comes to protecting your business from cyber attacks, it’s not a matter of if but when. While you may never avoid a cyber attack, there are steps you can take mitigate fallout of such an attack. Hear from Moraine Park Cybersecurity Instructor Matthew Kelly, who outlines the top five ways to protect your data and your company. He also includes bonus content about cybersecurity insurance.

Safety Consultant and Trainer Peter Ullmer talked with us on a potpourri of OSHA topics, including discussion of the top safety violations during fiscal year 2023, how to prepare for an OSHA audit, and details on important 2024 updates to the OSHA rules. It’s a podcast, safety leaders won’t want to miss!

When leaders at Whisker’s Juneau, WI, facility noticed team members were coming in late to work and not caring for themselves, difficult conversations revealed some team members were experiencing financial hardship. Listen to learn how leaders took action and why this company is an innovator in a people-first culture.