Vision Now Unlocking Lakeland's Hidden Job Market
What does it really take to connect talented people with meaningful careers in today’s workforce? In this episode of Listen Lakeland, hosts & Lakeland Vision Board Members Trinity Laurino and James Phillips welcome Dianne Kaplan, co-owner and Marketing Director of First Priority Staffing, to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping Lakeland’s job market. From the growing demand for skilled trades and the importance of networking to navigating the “hidden job market” and creating résumés that highlight transferable skills, the conversation offers valuable insights for both job seekers and employers. Whether you’re entering the workforce, changing careers, returning after time away, or looking to hire, this episode provides practical takeaways for strengthening Lakeland’s workforce and supporting a vibrant local economy.
Related Vision Goal:
- Jobs for a Vibrant Economy
Lakeland will have jobs for all to support a vibrant economy.Goal
- Jobs
Lakeland will have job growth, with higher wage jobs and careers for citizens of all ages, skill levels, and abilities.
What We Do
Lakeland Vision collaborates with a broad range of community stakeholders to implement a comprehensive action plan shaped by the community’s own vision of its future.
