E71: WorkShare: A Win-Win for Employers and EmployeesThis episode features an interview with Tory Davis and Jane Verplaetse from the Illinois Department of Employment Security as they discuss the WorkShare program. They explain how the program allows employers to reduce employee hours by 20-60% while retaining staff and providing partial unemployment benefits, enabling businesses to navigate economic downturns without laying off their skilled workforce. They also outline the program benefits, eligibility, and the enrollment process.
# Illinois Department of Employment SecurityThe state agency responsible for administering employment services, including the WorkShare program discussed in the episode.
