“It’s not just about showing someone what a hammer is; it’s about showing them how to show up to work, how to work with other people, how to not bank at the currency exchange, stuff like that, that a lot of people take for granted, but is a hurdle for so many,” Executive Director Nick Lubovich said. “We want to get you there. We want to get you to the level where you’re not only employable, but you can keep it and it’s because you want to be there.”
Kudos to Mr. Lubbock for recognizing that “job training” is not enough. Many also need training in personal habits that, if lacking, can derail the best job training. Culture does matter.
A largely unasked question is becoming glaring: Is Illinois doing all it should to use artificial intelligence to make government cost less and work better? So far, the evidence says no.
Kudos to Mr. Lubbock for recognizing that “job training” is not enough. Many also need training in personal habits that, if lacking, can derail the best job training. Culture does matter.