In this month of thanksgiving, we often reflect on that for which we are grateful. As it turns out, a regular and consistent practice of gratitude can have profound and proven health benefits. We enjoyed reading 14 Health Benefits of Practicing Gratitude According to Science and want to share it with you. We particularly appreciate the portion about the importance of gratitute in the worplace and how to cultivate gratefulness at work.
New Report Assesses and Guides the East Bay Toward Recovery
We celebrate with valued partner East Bay Economic Development Alliance in the release of East Bay Forward, a regional economic blueprint. The comprehensive report outlines goals, guiding principles, focus areas and priorities to best position the East Bay for an equitable, resilient, and sustainable economic recovery. Supplementing the report is a six-part series in the San Francisco Business Times.
2021 East Bay Innovation Awards
Did you miss the October 14 livestream of the East Bay EDA Innovation Awards? Watch it here to learn about world-class innovation happening in our community.
Blog: Contra Costa Health Ambassador Program Promotes Workforce Equity
One of many ways that WDBCCC works to achieve equity within the workforce system is through the Health Ambassador Adult Pilot Program, a partnership between the WDBCCC, Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services and Contra Costa Health Services. Read how participants gained workforce skills while promoting the lifesaving COVID-19 vaccine.
WDBCCC Webinars
Join our November webinars to get ready to land your next job! We focus on career planning and other WIOA services, resume writing and using CalJOBS for your job search. Go to our Events Calendar for more info.

Wage & Hour Compliance in the COVID-19 Era
November 11, 2021, noon to 1 p.m.
In light of COVID-19's impacts on how we do business, it is essential to understand the wage and hour implications with new remote and hybrid work arrangements. Additionally, state courts are discussing rounding practices, premium pay and business expense reimbursements. Join as the California Employers Association helps us understand federal and California employment laws that impact our businesses. Event sponsored by the WDBCCC.

Hiring and Retaining Employees
November 17, 2021, 5-8 p.m.
In this free online class, the Small Business Administration offers best practices in sourcing, interviewing and qualifying applicants. You'll also learn about free and low-cost methods for helping your staff feel appreciated and trusted.
The latest labor-market information released by the state puts the unemployment rate for Contra Costa County at 5.5% in September, down from 6.5% in August.

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