Hiring veterans has become an important endeavor for many companies, and CACI International is among the group of organizations that are applauded for their specific efforts. Eric Bartch, managing principal for veterans support and development, fills Tim Muma in on the details of CACI's initiatives, including the role of the Military Hiring Specialists. Eric explains the value of bringing veterans aboard, the challenges the...

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, known as ADHD, affects millions of people and can cause serious problems for adults in the workplace. Linda Walker, a certified ADHD coach and chair of the Workplace Issues Committee for the ADD Association, joins Tim Muma to talk about the challenges these individuals encounter. Linda also gives us tips on how "ADHD-ers" can improve their productivity and take steps to limit the im...

Veterans are again the focus in this episode as LJNRadio continues to examine companies who have geared their efforts toward hiring these brave men and women. Edward Jones has often been identified as an influential organization for hiring veterans, and Edward Jones achieves its goals through the FORCES program. Chris Penrod, director for financial advisor talent acquisition - military, talks with Tim Muma about this valuab...

Many companies focus hiring efforts on diversity, and Charles Schwab is no different as the organization directs time and energy into hiring veterans. The company has been recognized for its success with the Forward March program to bring on the brave men and women as valuable employees. Ryan Kosowsky, managing director of talent acquisition and the strategic lead of the Forward March initiative, joins Tim Muma to explain t...

When it comes to careers and the employment world, we're taking a step back in this episode to examine the education of children and the potential impact on their future job prospects. Michael Sikora, director of communications for BELL, discusses what his organization does to positively influence the younger generation. Michael explains to Tim Muma how their focus and programs are designed to give kids a better opportunity...

The environment is a part of the community and it appears there are more jobs related to "green" endeavors, which some are terming green collar jobs. Some may be indirectly involved while others are more hands-on in nature. Greg Ehrendreich, research analyst at Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, talks to Tim Muma about his role, the increased relevance of green jobs, and how focusing on these areas can open up more doors f...

Walker's Point Youth and Family Center is a private, non-profit corporation which has been providing help to Milwaukee area youth and families since 1976. Many similar organizations exist across the country, giving thousands of teenagers and young adults the opportunity to begin their paths to fulfilling and successful careers. Program director Lori Runge joins Tim Muma to discuss the programs Walker's Point Youth and Famil...

Created by a small group of people that share a passion for baseball, the Sons of Baseball Foundation strives to bring the joy of baseball to the lives of children with disabilities and children battling life threatening medical conditions. President Eric Wallace joins Tim Muma to discuss how it all got started, how their organization helps these children, and what companies can do to contribute or even participate.

Direct care for individuals continues to be an industry where more help is needed, creating an aging workforce and gaps to fill. Abby Marquand, Associate Director of Policy Research for the Paraprofessional Health Institute, joins Tim Muma to discuss the state of direct care and the employees who work in this field. She also describes the types of individuals who succeed and why mature workers are joining this workforce.

Each job seeker brings something to the table and age should not be a factor holding you back if you are the correct person for the job. Host Azure Mahara talks with Lynn Friedman and Brian Warnecke of Interfaith and go over tips for mature workers in their job search.