Oct 2023 - Listening Tour & Job Fair

Some sample questions that will be asked to start the conversation include:

Essentials Starter Questions

1.       How do I get free or low-cost internet options?

a.   Show of hands…

·        How many people have heard of ACP?

·        How many people are currently receiving an ACP benefit?

b.      How difficult is the process?

c.      Is there an additional charge beyond the $30 voucher?

d.      Is the internet service fast/reliable?

2.       What are the free or low-cost device options? Where can I get them?

3.      What if I’ve never used a computer before – how can I get basic skills training?

Digital Workforce Questions

1.   In-demand tech skills

a.    What are the most in-demand tech skills for office jobs?

b.    What other types of jobs use technology on a day-to-day basis? 

2.   Starting from scratch

a.    What if I'm not tech-savvy?

b.    Can I still find opportunities? -

3.   Working from home

a.    Remote work or working from home – is it here to stay, or is it just a phase?

b.    Its not all bad…What are the benefits of working in the office?  

4.   JOB STABILITY and the rise of AI

a.    Will AI or Chat GPT replace my job?  

b.    Can AI help me in the job market (resume creation, essay writing, etc)? 

c.     How do I keep up with the changes in technology to help keep a job?

5.   Age Barriers in Tech

a.    Age barriers for youth

b.    Age barriers for older adults

6.   Prior experience needed

a.    Do you need a college degree?

b.    Do you need to have worked as a techie to move up as a techie?

c.    Are there entry-level digital/Tech jobs available for beginners? 

d.    What kinds of jobs do you need to know how to code?

7.   Online gigs/part time work

a.       How can I start my own online gig or side hustle? 

b.    What is the “gig economy” and is it stable?

8.   Tech is all around us

a.    What are some unexpected ways you have interacted with Tech recently?

b.    What are eSports?