# first work (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover first work. Page: Feed: --- ## [No-Regrets Bets](https://workshift.org/no-regrets-bets/) _2026-08-20 · Paul Fain · Work Shift_ Rachel Lipson calls for policies to help early-career workers, even if the AI jobs shock is limited. Also, Anthropic analyzes research on whether worker retraining can meet the moment, how degree apprenticeships from EDvance College help early childhood educators earn more, and an essay on why big workforce problems require small solutions. The post No-Regrets Bets appeared first on Work Shift . ## [Could Degree Apprenticeships Improve Pay for Early Childhood Educators?](https://workshift.org/could-degree-apprenticeships-improve-pay-for-early-childhood-educators/) _2026-08-19 · Stephenie Overman · Work Shift_ EDvance College has been testing out the model in California, where the median wage for childcare workers is below a living wage. The post Could Degree Apprenticeships Improve Pay for Early Childhood Educators? appeared first on Work Shift . ## [Caffeine & Coffee Quiz: Test Your Brew & Bean Knowledge](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/caffeine-coffee-quiz-test-your-brew-bean-knowledge/) _2026-08-18 · Ben Biggs · How It Works_ Caffeine fiends only! The post Caffeine & Coffee Quiz: Test Your Brew & Bean Knowledge appeared first on How It Works . ## [Why Big Workforce Problems Require Small Solutions](https://workshift.org/why-big-workforce-problems-require-small-solutions/) _2026-08-17 · Sienna Daniel, Sean Segal, and Imani Ford · Work Shift_ When solutions to labor shortages and turnover focus solely on patterns across an entire workforce, they fail to reach the individual worker who is just trying to figure out if they can make it to their shift. The post Why Big Workforce Problems Require Small Solutions appeared first on Work Shift . ## [Technician Training](https://workshift.org/technician-training/) _2026-08-13 · Paul Fain · Work Shift_ An unusual nonprofit bets big on earn-and-learn to build on Ohio’s recent industrial wins, with an initial focus on technician roles. Also, a former principal developed a curriculum to teach students the networking skills that schools leave to chance. The post Technician Training appeared first on Work Shift . ## [The Ultimate BBQ Gadgets Wish List: Ooni, Ninja & More](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/the-ultimate-bbq-gadgets-wish-list-ooni-ninja-more/) _2026-08-13 · Scott Dutfield · How It Works_ Upgrade your summer cookouts with the ultimate outdoor cooking tech and gear The post The Ultimate BBQ Gadgets Wish List: Ooni, Ninja & More appeared first on How It Works . ## [Win a pair of headphones worth £219](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/win-a-pair-of-headphones-worth-172-99/) _2026-08-13 · Scott Dutfield · How It Works_ Competition closes 00:00BST 10/09/26 The post Win a pair of headphones worth £219 appeared first on How It Works . ## [Networking Is a Skill. What if More Schools Taught It?](https://workshift.org/networking-is-a-skill-what-if-schools-taught-it/) _2026-08-12 · Colleen Connolly · Work Shift_ A former high school principal developed a curriculum to teach students the career-related social skills that schools leave to chance. The post Networking Is a Skill. What if More Schools Taught It? appeared first on Work Shift . ## [The Rules Are Changing for Getting Entry-Level Jobs. But Individual Grit Won’t Fix A Structural Gap](https://workshift.org/the-rules-are-changing-for-getting-entry-level-jobs-but-individual-grit-wont-fix-a-structural-gap/) _2026-08-12 · Bruno V. Manno · Work Shift_ Entry-level jobs now demand demonstrated competence, not just pedigree—but simply telling students that won't be enough. The post The Rules Are Changing for Getting Entry-Level Jobs. But Individual Grit Won’t Fix A Structural Gap appeared first on Work Shift . ## [The solar eclipse quiz](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/the-solar-eclipse-quiz/) _2026-08-11 · Ailsa Harvey · How It Works_ The post The solar eclipse quiz appeared first on How It Works . ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IRkjRv4Skgr3) _2026-08-11 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [News and Highlights](https://workshift.org/news-and-highlights/) _2026-08-06 · Paul Fain · Work Shift_ Workforce Pell's slow rollout and employer-led partnerships in Colorado. Also, recent news and highlights. The post News and Highlights appeared first on Work Shift . ## [How Colorado’s Construction Industry Built Its Own Workforce System](https://workshift.org/how-colorados-construction-industry-built-its-own-workforce-system/) _2026-08-05 · Alison Griffin · Work Shift_ The first in a series of briefs about Opportunity Now Colorado, a $90M grant program that invested in employer-led workforce partnerships across the state. This piece profiles the model that emerged in the construction industry with analysis of what other states could adapt to their own needs. The post How Colorado’s Construction Industry Built Its Own Workforce System appeared first on Work Shift… ## [Macro Identification: What Insect Does This Body Part Belong To?](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/macro-identification-what-insect-does-this-body-part-belong-to/) _2026-08-04 · Scott Dutfield · How It Works_ Look closely at the details and see how many insects you can spot The post Macro Identification: What Insect Does This Body Part Belong To? appeared first on How It Works . ## [Workforce Pell’s Slow Rollout Begins](https://workshift.org/workforce-pells-slow-rollout-begins/) _2026-07-30 · Margaret Moffett · Work Shift_ As Workforce Pell officially launches, predictions are becoming reality with only a sliver of short-term programs qualifying in states from coast to coast. The post Workforce Pell’s Slow Rollout Begins appeared first on Work Shift . ## [‘UFOs’ Quiz: Can you see past the hype and name the real object?](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/ufos-quiz-can-you-see-past-the-hype-and-name-the-real-object/) _2026-07-28 · Ben Biggs · How It Works_ Only true tea experts pass this trivia quiz The post ‘UFOs’ Quiz: Can you see past the hype and name the real object? appeared first on How It Works . ## [Genius Summer Tech Upgrades You Didn’t Know You Needed](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/genius-summer-tech-upgrades-you-didnt-know-you-needed/) _2026-07-24 · Scott Dutfield · How It Works_ Grab the latest gear this summer The post Genius Summer Tech Upgrades You Didn’t Know You Needed appeared first on How It Works . ## [Fund What Pays](https://workshift.org/fund-what-pays/) _2026-07-23 · Paul Fain · Work Shift_ States can get better results from the workforce system with performance-based funding and contracting, two briefs argue. Also, new funding for six federal Tech Hubs and 12 NSF regional engines, an essay on why workforce training needs to be one long interview, and a take on states’ strides in collecting noncredit data and the work that remains. The post Fund What Pays appeared first on Work Shift… ## [Quiz: Test your nutrition know-how](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/quiz-test-your-nutrition-know-how/) _2026-07-21 · Ailsa Harvey · How It Works_ The post Quiz: Test your nutrition know-how appeared first on How It Works . ## [Win one of two gaming keyboards worth £172.99](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/win-one-of-two-gaming-keyboards-worth-172-99/) _2026-07-14 · Scott Dutfield · How It Works_ Competition closes 00:00BST 13/08/2026 The post Win one of two gaming keyboards worth £172.99 appeared first on How It Works . ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dVSu7VYEwhzJ) _2026-07-14 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [Fact or Steeped Fiction? The Ultimate Tea Trivia Quiz](https://www.howitworksdaily.com/fact-or-steeped-fiction-the-ultimate-tea-trivia-quiz/) _2026-07-14 · Scott Dutfield · How It Works_ Only true tea experts pass this trivia quiz The post Fact or Steeped Fiction? The Ultimate Tea Trivia Quiz appeared first on How It Works .