The Dignity of Work

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May 2026

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it should be this: Welcome to the Dignity of Work, where we discuss best practices with leading workforce practitioners around the country, in order to help people increase their quality of life.

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May 19, 202629 min

E181: More Than a Label — Reinvention and Resilience

What happens when life forces you to start over? In this episode of More Than a Label, Nicole shares how losing a job became the beginning of an unexpected new chapter as she launched her own pet sitting business with support from Career Path Services and the WIOA Dislocated Worker program. Joined by workforce professional Elizabeth Neal, the conversation explores career pivots, resilience, and the emotional realities of rebuilding after hardship. Together, they discuss what people truly need when navigating uncertainty—not just employment support, but encouragement, dignity, and the belief that a setback does not define a person's future.

May 5, 202624 min

E180: My Whole Story: More Than a Label – From Surviving to Showing Up

In this episode of My Whole Story: More Than a Label, Duncan Taylor, CEO of the Washington Bankers Association and President of CareerWork$, shares a powerful and deeply personal story that challenges assumptions about success, struggle, and what people carry beneath the surface. Growing up in poverty and an abusive home, Duncan faced significant trauma and instability, but through mentorship, self awareness, and a pivotal shift in mindset, he began to see his life not as defined by what happened to him, but by what he could choose moving forward. With honesty and insight, he reflects on the role of effort, support, and the belief that transformation begins with a simple idea, "because I can." This conversation is a reminder that we are all more than our past, and that the path forward is shaped by the meaning we choose to make of it.

April 21, 202642 min

E179: Good at Work: The Career Playbook for Leaders and Teams-Same Team, Same Page – Building Sustainable Work Practices Through Feedback

From the Best of The Dignity of Work: In this episode of the Good at Work series, Cami Eakins (CEO of Career Path Services), Lisa Grund (Organizational Development Partner for Career Path Services), and Dr. Anna Valiavska (organizational researcher and professor) continue their conversation about building sustainable work practices through effective feedback systems. The panel explores how workplace communication tools, knowledge management practices, and structured feedback processes contribute to creating positive work environments. They discuss strategies for overcoming discomfort with feedback, the importance of approaching feedback as an opportunity for growth rather than criticism, and practical tactics for both giving and receiving feedback effectively. Discover how successful workplace communication requires intentional systems, consistent practices, and a foundation of trust between employees and leaders.

April 7, 202634 min

E178: Good at Work: The Career Playbook for Leaders and Teams- The First 90 Days: Creating Meaningful Onboarding Experiences

From the best of The Dignity of Work: In this episode of the Good at Work series, Cami Eakins (CEO of Career Path Services), Lisa Grund (Organizational Development Partner for Career Path Services), and Dr. Anna Valiavska (organizational researcher and professor) continue their conversation about effective workplace practices, focusing on what happens when employees first enter an organization. They explore how the initial 30-90 days are crucial for forming habits and understanding what success looks like in a particular workplace. Discover practical strategies for creating meaningful onboarding experiences, from sending welcome packages and writing personalized notes to scheduling regular check-ins and creating "manager cheat sheets" that clarify expectations.

March 31, 202629 min

E177: Good at Work: The Career Playbook for Leaders and Teams-Building Belonging Before Day One

From the best of The Dignity of Work: In this episode of the Good at Work series, Cami Eakins (CEO of Career Path Services), Lisa Grund (Organizational Development Partner for Career Path Services), and Dr. Anna Valiavska (organizational researcher and professor) explore how organizations and employees can build a sense of belonging even before the first day of work. The panel discusses the evolution of hiring practices from seeking "cultural fit" to embracing cognitive diversity, the importance of authentic organizational messaging in job postings and interviews, and how both employers and job seekers can evaluate the alignment of values during the hiring process. Through personal experiences and professional insights, the conversation highlights how creating genuine belonging requires consistent organizational practices, transparent communication, and empowerment of both leaders and potential employees to ask meaningful questions during the hiring process.

March 17, 202617 min

E176: My Whole Story: More Than a Label – From Homelessness to Leadership

In this episode of My Whole Story: More Than a Label, host Andy Dwonch, COO of Career Path Services and Co-founder of Dignified Workday, sits down with Bob Sturch to explore a powerful journey of resilience, recovery, and rediscovery. Bob shares how mental health struggles and substance use led to job loss and homelessness—and how a single day of work each week became the turning point that helped him rebuild structure, purpose, and hope. Through the Dignified Workday program, Bob found not just employment, but community, accountability, and a path forward, ultimately stepping into a leadership role and reconnecting with family.

February 24, 202627 min

E175: My Whole Story: More Than a Label — The Person, Not the Category

In this episode of My Whole Story: More Than a Label, Daniel and Luis explore what it means to live beyond the categories others assign to us. Reflecting on their immigrant journeys, they examine how labels like "refugee" or "immigrant" may describe a chapter of someone's life—but never their full capacity, character, or contribution. Luis shares how navigating complex systems, rebuilding community from scratch, and shifting from survival to service shaped his understanding of dignity and resilience, while Daniel reflects on how assumptions—whether subtle or overt—can influence opportunity. Together, they challenge listeners to pause, question their biases, and see the strength, strategic thinking, and humanity that exist beyond any label.

February 11, 202615 min

E174: My Whole Story: More Than a Label — Introduction: Why Stories Matter

This introductory episode of My Whole Story: More Than a Label explores why this series is needed right now. Joined by Kelli Eller, Vice President of Human Services, and Andy Dwonch, Chief Operating Officer, the conversation examines how people experiencing homelessness, poverty, immigration challenges, and other life barriers are often reduced to simplistic labels—and what gets lost when we stop listening to the full human story. This episode sets the foundation for a powerful series centered on dignity, empathy, and lived experience, inviting listeners to slow down, challenge assumptions, and see the person behind the label.

January 30, 202630 min

E173: The Future of Employee Wellness: Ethical AI Meets Evidence-Based Care

In this episode, host Cami Eakins sits down with Dr. Tara Deliberto, clinical psychologist and co-founder of the AI mental health company Yuna.io, to explore how ethical, evidence-based AI can expand access to mental health support in the workplace. Dr. Deliberto shares her journey from academic research and clinical practice into product innovation, explaining how Yuna blends evidence-based practices with strong safety guardrails, HIPAA compliance, and cultural sensitivity to support employees between therapy sessions or as a first step toward care. Together, they discuss secondary trauma among helping professionals, the importance of accessibility for neurodiverse users, and how organizations can responsibly use AI to strengthen employee wellness while preserving the essential role of human connection in mental health.

January 16, 202647 min

E172: Supporting Well-Being and Self-Care

This episode, originally recorded in 2022, features a conversation with Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services, and Darrell "Coach D" Andrews, Founder of Darrell Andrews, LLC, and Associates, as they discuss the importance of wellness, well-being and self-care. Though today's stressors may look different then they did in 2022, the core principles remain the same!

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