Courses

  • 3 Lessons

    How to Apply for an SBA Loan in 6 Steps

    Apply for a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan in 6 Steps.

  • 5 Lessons

    HR and Employees 101

    Learn about HR essentials.

  • 5 Lessons

    WIC –  Skills-Based Candidate Selection

    Welcome back to our comprehensive series on skills-based hiring. In this course, participants will explore the nuanced facets of skills-based candidate selection, emphasizing competencies over traditional credentials. By integrating structured skill assessments, businesses can mitigate unintentional biases, paving the way for a more inclusive hiring process. As the course progresses, the importance of having a robust scoring system becomes evident, ensuring objective evaluations while adhering to key EEOC guidelines. Additionally, the course offers an extensive overview of implementing these practices at an organizational level, highlighting their potential to enhance career progression and addressing pay disparities. For a holistic understanding, it's recommended to first complete "Attracting the Right Talent in DC" and "Candidate Evaluation".

  • 6 Lessons

    WIC – Attracting the Right Talent in D.C.

    In the evolving landscape of Washington D.C.’s job market, traditional hiring methods are undergoing a transformation. This course introduces the concept of skills-based hiring, highlighting the importance of valuing competencies over qualifications. Learners will explore the business advantages of this approach, backed by real-world case studies like JetBlue’s innovative strategy. The curriculum further equips participants with the skills to craft effective, bias-free job postings, and offers strategies for refining recruitment processes. Emphasis is placed on inclusivity, feedback mechanisms, and the role of demographic surveys in enhancing recruitment. By course end, participants will be ready to revolutionize their hiring practices, aligning with modern market demands.

  • 5 Lessons

    WIC – Candidate Evaluation

    In this comprehensive course, we guide small businesses through a skills-based approach to recruitment, starting with an introduction to the limitations of traditional, credential-focused methods. We then cover how to shift from pedigree-based screening to competency-focused evaluation, enabling a fairer and more precise candidate assessment. Subsequent lessons delve into the nuts and bolts of skills-based interviewing, teaching you how to ask competency-focused questions and avoid common pitfalls. We also introduce the concept of work-based assessments for a practical understanding of a candidate’s abilities. Finally, the course culminates with a recap and a useful checklist to help you seamlessly integrate these techniques into your hiring process. Our aim is to help you find candidates who not only fit well on paper but excel in their roles.

  • 5 Lessons

    WIC – Skills-Based Development

    In this comprehensive course, participants will discover the critical connections between employee retention, turnover, and the pivotal role of skills development. Delve into the contrasts between traditional development methods and the modern, competency-driven approaches, emphasizing the undeniable benefits of the latter. Explore the nuances of skills-based job progression and understand its advantages over conventional promotions, keeping pitfalls like the Peter Principle at bay. The course culminates in offering a step-by-step guide to implement these skills-based strategies effectively, all while emphasizing alignment with organizational goals and the importance of change management. By the end, participants will appreciate how fostering a learning-centric environment not only boosts employee retention but also paves the way for an organization's sustained success.

  • 5 Lessons

    WIC – Skills-Based Onboarding

    Welcome to our comprehensive course on refining the art of onboarding through a skills-centric lens. As we journey through the curriculum, you'll grasp how selection guidelines, inherited from our prior courses, play a crucial role in framing the onboarding landscape. This course intricately weaves the benefits of skills-based onboarding, contrasting it with traditional methods, and underlines the pivotal strategies essential for a successful integration of new hires. From the nuanced design of onboarding plans to the criticality of stakeholder roles in ensuring successful execution, our aim is to equip you with the tools and strategies for a seamless transition. By the culmination of this course, you'll be adept in tailoring onboarding strategies that foster accelerated proficiency, inclusivity, and unparalleled employee retention. Gear up for a transformative experience, ensuring your new hires are not just onboarded, but empowered.