YUPRO Placement

As the year comes to a close, we want to wish everyone a joyful holiday season and express our gratitude for being part of our journey. This year has been an incredible one for YUPRO Placement, filled with milestones that reflect our commitment to equitable hiring and empowering STARs (Skilled Through Alternative Routes). Here are just a few of the wins we’re celebrating this holiday season: 🎯 Launched our groundbreaking "No Fees. Just Futures." job board, connecting talent with mission-driven organizations. 🤝 Donated $180,000 to the Year Up United Alumni Association, reinforcing our commitment to supporting alumni success and growth through essential programs and opportunities. 🏆 Celebrated 10 years of impact, marking a decade of advancing skills-first hiring and transforming the lives of STARs (Skilled Through Alternative Routes) across the country. 📈 Expanded our impact through the skills-first movement, helping organizations embrace new hiring strategies that unlock potential and build stronger teams. These achievements wouldn’t have been possible without the trust and collaboration of our partners, clients, and talented team. Thank you for your continued support and for making a difference with us. Here’s to more success, impact, and growth in the year ahead. Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season from all of us at YUPRO Placement.

10,000 Followers: A Milestone Worth Celebrating!    Reaching 10,000 followers isn’t just about numbers. It’s about the incredible community we’ve built; leaders, innovators, and changemakers who share a vision for breaking barriers and creating opportunities for all.   Today, we’re proud to spotlight our 10,000th follower, Abigail Goward Hollingsworth, a Corporate Social Responsibility Executive at Bank of America who leads with purpose and drives initiatives that create lasting impact.    This milestone is more than a celebration; it’s a reflection of the work we do together: ✨ Empowering STARs (Skilled Through Alternative Routes) to unlock their potential ✨ Partnering with organizations to build diverse, inclusive, and thriving workplaces ✨ Connecting talent and employers to rewrite what’s possible   To every one of our 10,000 followers: thank you. You are part of this mission, this movement, and this momentum. Your engagement, your support, and your shared belief in our purpose fuel everything we do. Here’s to the next 10,000, as we continue to tear the paper ceiling, champion talent, and create opportunities that transform lives.   Together, we grow. Together, we impact. Together, we rise.   #10KFollowers #ThankYou

In the final installment of YUPRO Placement’s three-part series on headcount planning, we’re tackling the future of workforce strategy: skills-based headcount planning. This article dives into why skills-first strategies are no longer optional—and how embracing them ensures a resilient and future-ready workforce: ➡️ Focus on the skills your organization needs to meet future demands, rather than narrowly defined job titles. ➡️ Upskill current employees to bridge gaps quickly and cost-effectively while boosting engagement and retention. ➡️ Leverage workforce analytics to identify skills shortages, forecast needs, and guide hiring or training initiatives. ➡️ Build a dynamic workforce that can pivot to meet emerging business needs and technological advancements. 📖 Explore how adopting a skills-first approach can transform your headcount planning and position your organization for long-term success: https://lnkd.in/ggnTCTh6 #HumanResources #HR #TalentStrategy

Are salary wars, headcount planning mistakes, or an aging workforce hindering your company’s growth goals? In this special Year-in-Review edition of The Hiring Edge, we’ve curated the top insights and tools of 2024 to help Talent Acquisition and HR leaders navigate the most pressing workforce challenges: ✅ Avoid critical headcount planning mistakes ✅ Rethink your value proposition to attract top talent ✅ Address demographic shifts with strategies to attract younger professionals Plus, don’t miss our most downloaded resources of the year: 🛠️ Skills-based job description templates to hire candidates ready to perform from day one 📈 Strategic headcount planning guides to align your workforce for 2025 success 🎁 These are the articles and tools that leaders like you turned to most this year—designed to help you make smarter, more strategic hiring decisions in the year ahead. 👉 Click to read and set your team up for success in 2025. Cheers to a strong year ahead! 🥂 #TalentAcquisition #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforcePlanning #Skillsbasedhiring

Is Gen Z truly “not work-ready”? Or are they simply redefining what it means to succeed in today’s workforce? In her recent article for TLNT, YUPRO Placement's CEO, Michelle D. Sims, dives into the misconceptions about #genz talent and offers actionable advice for employers looking to attract and retain this bold and forward-thinking generation. With Gen Z set to outnumber baby boomers in the workforce by the end of the year, the time for employers to adapt is now. Here’s what employers can do to bridge the gap: ➡️Treat Gen Z as their own generation with unique strengths and priorities—not as younger versions of millennials or Gen X. ➡️Set clear expectations while avoiding generalizations about their work readiness. ➡️Embrace a skills-first hiring approach, which aligns with Gen Z's emphasis on skills over degrees. Read Michelle’s full article to learn more about how employers can adapt to Gen Z and their evolving workplace standards: https://lnkd.in/gGzNCE5T #Workplace #FutureOfWork

In part two of YUPRO Placement’s three-part series on #headcountplanning, we focus on how agility is the key to navigating today’s dynamic workforce. With economic uncertainty and evolving business priorities, traditional, rigid workforce strategies no longer cut it. This article outlines how organizations can embrace flexibility to stay ahead.   ➡️Temporary staffing, SOW (Statement of Work) engagements, and temp-to-hire roles allow organizations to adjust their workforce in response to immediate business needs without committing to permanent hires too early.   ➡️ By mapping out potential scenarios, you can proactively align your headcount strategy with different business outcomes, ensuring preparedness for whatever comes your way.   ➡️ Ground hiring decisions in specific business goals, like reaching revenue targets or advancing key projects, to ensure headcount supports strategic objectives.   ➡️ Investing in your current workforce's skillsets helps bridge immediate gaps, reduces hiring costs, and improves overall adaptability.  📖 Dive deeper into the steps your organization can take to build a workforce strategy that’s as adaptable as today’s business environment: https://lnkd.in/gzC6Z8yD Stay tuned for Part Three, coming soon! #HumanResources #TalentAcquistion

Join YUPRO Placement's upcoming webinar "Climb the Virtual Ladder Webinar" to gain the tools and strategies necessary to thrive in these dynamic work settings and accelerate your career growth. You’ll walk away with key insights into how to: 🎯 Set yourself up for daily success and set measurable goals when working virtually. 🗣️ Unlock the secrets to fostering clear and impactful communication in a remote team setting If you’re ready to elevate your leadership career in a virtual or hybrid environment, this webinar is for you. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gWPgTd8F #CareerSkills #CareerSuccess #YearUpUnited

Did you ever think that your hiring decisions would have a generational ripple effect?   In her latest Forbes Business Council article, YUPRO Placement's CEO, Michelle D. Sims, explores the Seventh Generation Principle—a concept in many cultures that challenges us to think about how the choices we make today can positively impact the next seven generations. At YUPRO Placement, we’ve seen firsthand how skills-first hiring transforms lives, families, and communities. By prioritizing skills over traditional credentials, organizations not only access a larger, more diverse talent pool but also create opportunities that ripple far beyond the workplace, and make a positive impact in our communities for generations to come. Discover actionable insights on how your organization can embrace hiring with purpose and impact. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gzwaTCWF #SkillsBasedHiring

We’re thrilled to share that our CEO, Michelle D. Sims, has been recognized on Staffing Industry Analysts' 2024 Global Power 150 – Women in Staffing list—for the fourth year in a row! 🎉 This incredible honor reflects Michelle’s dedication to breaking barriers, advancing DEI, and championing the skills-first hiring movement. Under her leadership, YUPRO Placement has had an extraordinary year, achieving impactful milestones. 🚀 Launched the groundbreaking "No Fees. Just Futures." job board, connecting our amazing Year Up United graduates with meaningful jobs through strong industry partnerships and innovative technology 💼 Rebranded as YUPRO Placement, part of Year Up United, under the parent company rebrand campaign this October 🧑💼 Placed over 700 Year Up United graduates so far this year with Fortune 500 companies committed to the skills-first movement 🏆 Earned the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client Satisfaction, Employee Satisfaction, and Best Places for Women to Work in Staffing awards 🏆 Recognized on the SIA Fastest Growing Companies list 4 years in a row! We are grateful for Michelle’s vision and leadership, which continue to inspire our team and drive positive change across the staffing industry. Congratulations to Michelle and all the incredible women recognized on this year’s Global Power 150 list! See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/gxjsY_7G #SIA #GlobalPower150 #SkillsBasedHiring #Staffing

📢 Ready to Climb the Leadership Ladder in the Virtual World? Join YUPRO Placement for an insightful webinar where we’ll dive deep into the strategies that will propel your career forward—whether you're working remotely or in a hybrid environment. What you’ll gain: 🔑 Best Practices for Remote Career Growth 💬 Mastering Communication & Engagement 🤝 Building Social Capital Virtually 🧘♀️ Maintaining a Healthy Balance Whether you're new to hybrid work or looking to level up your remote leadership skills, this webinar is your chance to gain valuable insights. RSVP now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gWPgTd8F #CareerSkills #CareerSuccess #YearUpUnited