The Workforce Link Podcast
Episodes
Hiring for Attitude vs. Experience: Which Matters More?
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When you are hiring, what carries more weight: experience or attitude?It is a question many employers face. Do you choose the candidate with years of ...
You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling pressure to have your career figured out by now? You’re not alone.In this episode of the Workforce Link Podcast, Sundi Jo talks about why yo...
A Fresh Start for Your Career and Workforce Planning
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The start of a new year often brings reflection—and pressure.In this episode of the Workforce Link Podcast, we talk about what it really means to st...
The Brain Science Behind Getting Things Done at Work
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some people always get things done—and how can the rest of us build those same habits? In this episode, host Sundi Jo breaks down the brain s...
Career Shifts: When to Move On and How to Do It Well
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about making a career change but not sure if it's the right time—or where to even start?In this episode of The Workforce Link Podcast, Sund...
AI, Automation, and the Future of Work: How Technology Is Changing Jobs
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does the rise of AI and automation really mean for your career—or your workforce?In this episode of The Workforce Link Podcast, host Sundi Jo G...
How Stacy Learned to Break the Cycle
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After spending over 20 years in prison, Stacy Dismang Wright walked out with more than a second chance—she walked out with purpose.In this raw and p...
Breaking into a New Industry (Without the Experience to Match)
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to switch careers but lack experience? In this episode, Sundi Jo shares a smarter strategy than applying to 100 jobs: building authentic connect...
Find The Work You're Wired To Do with Ken Coleman
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do we ever ask ourselves this question? “What was I born to do?” We talk about finding our why a lot on this podcast, which fits into the question...
6 Ways Leaders Can Prevent Imposter Syndrome in the Workplace
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A couple of episodes ago, we reviewed an article from Asana on how to overcome imposter syndrome in the workplace. See the link below. We discussed...
Becoming the Change: The Power of Cultural Intelligence with Loren Rosario-Maldonado
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world full of chaos, it can be really hard to keep a positive mindset in our lives and our jobs. We’re surrounded by constant negativity - when...
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome on the Job
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Raise your hand if you've ever questioned your abilities, feared being 'found out,' or downplayed your achievements. Guess what? That's imposter syndr...
How to Lead Well and Why Our Words Matter
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a Workforce Link Classics episode, where we talk with Becki Duncan on the importance of leading well vs. managing, why our words matter, an...
Four Strategies to Deal With the Emotions of Job Loss
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The traditional norms of loyalty in the workplace are rapidly evolving. The uncertainty of job security often leaves us grappling with emotions when f...
Single Mom Life, Diversity, and Finding Your Seat at the Table with Eugina Jordan
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest, Eugina Jordan, is a trailblazing female executive and immigrant who epitomizes resilience and servant leadership. From starting her t...
Why You Need to Stop Looking for a Job on Fridays
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ah, Fridays—a day that often screams, "Freedom! Time to unwind!" But for many job seekers, it's a constant battle between taking a break and feeling...
How to Create, Design, and Live an Unforgettable Life with Justin Prince
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“You were put here with a mission—to “be the one” who lives a life and writes an unforgettable story for your family tree, which enables futur...
How to Sell Yourself with Confidence in a Job Interview
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is all about owning your story, especially when you're gearing up for that nerve-wracking job interview. When you're in the hot seat...
How The Power of Play Can Boost Your Productivity with Mike Montague
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adulting is hard, right? Getting caught up in the day-to-day responsibilities of our jobs, families, etc., can be so easy that we forget to have fun. ...
How to Unlock Your Potential and Embrace Change
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you took a stroll down memory lane, flipping through childhood photos? It can be an intriguing experience to encounter your you...
What to Do If You're Laid Off with Ken Coleman
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Season 5 season finale of The Workforce Link Podcast. We saved the best for last in this season! If you’ve been laid off, or if so...
3 Steps to Explain Why You Quit Your Job
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 2021, a significant number of individuals decided to leave their jobs. The problem, however, is that many of them didn’t think about how that wou...
How to Create a Mentally Health Workplace with Kyle Duford
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s topic may just be one we don’t talk about enough – mental health in the workplace. We’re going to dive into some tough and important...
How To Beat Applicant Tracking Systems in a Few Easy Steps
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Great news and not-so-great news for your job search adventure. Let's start with the good news: the possibilities are virtually limitless when it come...
Job Search Tips for the Over 40 Crowd
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The Workforce Link Podcast, we're shifting gears to address our listeners who are 40 and over. We understand that naviga...
How To Bring Out the Best in You with Julwel Kenney
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re diving into a topic today that never gets old - transformation and leadership. If you’re an employer who desires to lead your team better, h...
How to Introduce Yourself in an Email
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we all know, emails are essential to professional communication, and learning how to introduce ourselves properly is crucial. So, whether you're em...
Navigating Disability Accommodations in the Workplace with Michelle Raz
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it really okay to ask for accommodations at work when it comes to function challenges like ADHD, which is actually recognized as a disability under...
How and When To Put Coursera Certificates on Your Resume
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Way We Work with Christopher Lind
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial intelligence: is it going to take your job? As an employer, how can you leverage it to help your company perform better? Is it going to di...
Why Job Interviews Aren't As Scary As You Think
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Job interviews can be nerve-wracking and intimidating, especially if you are not used to being put in the spotlight. But they don’t have to be that...
Bouncing Back After a Layoff with Tricia Sitemere
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s a word none of us want to hear: layoff. It can bring panic. What do we do with that layoff? Do we allow it to make us bitter or better? ...
Elevating Your Career Through the Power of Networking
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s topic is key to success in any industry: networking. Networking is a powerful tool for career advancement and can open up opportunities for ...
How to Get an Internship
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is college education enough to land you a job? Some say yes; others say no. Unfortunately, more companies require internship experience to get your fo...
5 Ways to Find a Mentor
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Oprah Winfrey says this about mentorship, “A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” I love that quote because it’s s...
How to Create a Curriculum Vitae (CV)
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So, maybe you know what a resume is, and a cover letter, but when an employer asks you to send a CV, also known as a curriculum vitae, your head star...
How to Achieve Your Career Goals
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Though anytime is a good time to start achieving your career goals, what better way to get re-inspired than at the beginning of a new year? No matte...
9 Simple Steps That Can Help You Land Your Next Job Interview
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We know some of the obvious things we need to walk into an interview, right? Confidence, knowledge, and how you present yourself are some key areas we...
How to Fight Well With Your Boss
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You’re not always going to agree with everything your boss says or does. Unfortunately, many of us assume disagreeing with our boss = losing our jo...
How to Recession Proof Your Job
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Unless you’re living under a rock, it’s no secret that the global economy has been in turmoil since COVID hit in 2020. While some companies are de...
How Working Moms Can Balance Family and Career
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I know a lot of moms out there who truly are superheroes. Somehow they find a way to balance it all - work, soccer, marriage, all the things. Maintain...
How to Stop Hopping from Job to Job
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Job-hopping is a pretty popular habit, maybe more so now than ever. And I think it happens for different reasons. Sometimes we don’t know what we w...
8 Questions Every Job Seeker Should Ask in a Job Interview
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Do you have any questions for me?” This is a pretty common question you usually hear at the end of a job interview. Never, I repeat, never, answe...
3 Ways to Make Your Job Interview More Memorable
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Interviews can be stressful, no doubt. It’s important for you to create a great first impression, especially in today’s world where our attention ...
How to Answer “Why Should We Hire You?” During a Job Interview
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe we’ve already spent 36 episodes together? Time flies when you’re having fun and learning how to take your career to the next level...
4 Ways to Job Search Efficiently
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re truly wanting to find a new job, or even a new career that you’d like to stay in long-term, sometimes job hunting can be pretty time-con...
How To Answer The "What’s Your Biggest Weakness?" Question In A Job Interview
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common interview questions we hear, as well as one of the most uncomfortable, is “What is your biggest weakness?” It kind of seems...
8 Ways to Be Confident on Your First Day of Work
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So, congratulations goes out to you! You got the job! Not only that, but you got a job you really wanted, more like the career pathway you’ve been d...
How to Keep a Positive Mindset When it Comes to Job Interviews
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our mindset is everything. It can make or break our success, in any area of life really, but for now we’re going to focus on the mindset when it com...
6 Must-Have Apps to Help You Be More Productive at Work
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The world is connected via technology now more than ever. Some would even argue that we’re more disconnected because of technology than ever before....
Encore Episode: Life and Leadership with Cindy Shorey
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is an encore episode of The Workforce Link Podcast from Season One. Cindy Shorey has served in various roles in her life, including managin...
How to Shorten Your Resume Without Losing Value
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s face it, our attention spans in today’s world are much shorter than they were 10,5, even a couple of years ago. We’re consumed by short vi...
How to Overcome That Job Gap on Your Resume
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s easy for those of us who have employment gaps to immediately shame ourselves and get the mindset that because of that, we’ll never be able to...
How to Upgrade Your LinkedIn Profile to Get the Job You Want
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
LinkedIn can be an excellent tool for your job search, especially if you’re using it the right way. Whether you want to get a job referral, get no...
5 Red Flags to Avoid In a Job Interview
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Job interviews can be a bit intimidating. Maybe your palms are getting sweaty right now just thinking about the process. But here’s something you ...
3 Tips For Overcoming the Monday Blues
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another season of The Workforce Link, where we’re offering forward thinking conversations for the workforce, linking employers and...
5 Fastest-Growing Remote Jobs You May Want to Apply for Today
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re closing up Season Two of the podcast and I’m so thrilled you’ve spent the last two seasons with me. If you’re new to the podcast, ...
How to Rock Your Next Performance Review
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe it’s that time again – time for the yearly performance review. Some have anticipation. Others are dreading it. Will your work record be sc...
How to Write a Cover Letter Worth Noticing
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Finding that dream job you want isn’t always easy. You have to put in the extra work. You have to answer all the questions. You have to make sure yo...
How to Get a Raise Without Asking
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So, here you are, getting that raise that you’ve been waiting for. And what’s even better – you didn’t even have to ask for it. A spontaneous ...
How to Keep Your Team Motivated
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Motivating your team might not be as easy as it once was, especially with the big elephant in the room going on all around us - the employee shortage....
How to Avoid These 4 Job Search Scams
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many people rely on online job searching to find their next job. Online job search engines are growing rapidly, as this has become the most common way...
How to Handle Workplace Disagreements
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re all going to disagree, right? But how we handle that disagreement is what matters. It only takes a short amount of time before everyone in the...
4 Reasons You're Still Unemployed And What To Do About It
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The economy today is a little wonky, we all know that. Everyone everywhere seems to be hiring, so shouldn’t it be easy to get the job we want? No...
How to Leave a Job Well
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re preparing to leave a job for another, this episode is for you, my friend. Or.. if you’re still in the searching phase of a new career...
3 Tips to Help You Overcome Defeat When You Don’t Get the Job
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s just be honest. Not getting the job is no fun. You put the effort in to research, apply, create a resume and cover letter, do the interview, m...
3 Ways to Find Happiness in Your Job
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can people be happy at their jobs or is that just a myth? Can we be happy at work whether we’re making millions or earning minimum wage? Of course...
Six Resume Mistakes You Must Stop Making Today
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode of The Workforce Link, we’re going to talk about mistakes - six mistakes to be exact. Of course you want your resume to imp...
Season Two Teaser
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey friend! It’s that time again - time for more of The Workforce Link Podcast, where we’re offering forward thinking conversations for the workfo...
Life Lessons on Leadership with Cindy Shorey
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cindy Shorey has served in various roles in her life, including managing a music theatre for one of the greatest legends in Country Music. From ther...
How to Take Back Your Time with Christy Wright
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I’m a huge fan of Christy Wright and I know that you will be too after today’s interview. We talked about finding life balance, why we’re not do...
Two Mistakes You Need to Avoid When Applying for an Entry Level Job
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re preparing to head out and get your first job, or are seeking an entry level position in a company where you could see yourself growing, I...
3 Things You Need to Know About Failure in Order to Find Success
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve heard it said before that failure can be your friend. Is that true? Well… we’re going to find out in today’s episode. Many of us try...
Why You Need to Ask This Question in Your Cover Letter
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s an old saying you may be familiar with that says, “Ask and you shall receive.” It’s completely true, and that’s just what you need t...
Education, Mentorship, & a Love for History with First Lady Teresa Parson
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sundi Jo had the opportunity to sit down with Missouri First Lady, Teresa Parson, and talk about some fun topics, including her commitment to educatio...
Understanding Hard Skills
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all have hard skills and we may have more than we even know. Employers want to see on your resume, in your cover letter and application what your...
From Prison to Peer Support with Jean Solis
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After serving 11 years in prison and overcoming a heroine addiction, my friend Jeanie has a powerful story of restoration that will inspire you to kee...
How to Find Your Value
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we know our value, our decisions reflect that. When we don’t know our value, our decisions reflect that. The words we hear, whether spoken...
Understanding Soft Skills
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re sprucing up your LinkedIn Profile, updating your resume, or preparing your elevator pitch for your next interview, knowing what soft ...
Why Our Words Matter with Becki Duncan
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re going to have fun in today’s episode with my amazing friend Becki. Y’all, this girl is one of the most encouraging people I know. She’s ...
How to Find Your Why
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You lose your way when you lose your why. Have you ever stopped long enough to ask yourself why? Not "why did I do that stupid thing?" but "why do ...