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NJBIA President and CEO Michele Siekerka was a recent guest on the "Value of Values" podcast, hosted by Thomas Metelski, for an informed conversation on the values that drive business and leadership in today’s evolving economy.

Topics discussed between Siekerka and Metelski included:

  • The foundational values of integrity, authenticity, and advocacy in Siekerka’s work
  • How NJBIA supports small and midsize businesses beyond policy, including healthcare, HR, and training resources
  • The often-overlooked role businesses play in strengthening their communities
  • Real stories of companies connecting with purpose through mission-driven work and workforce engagement
  • How COVID exposed the truth about trust, values, and workplace culture
  • The importance of lifelong learning, skill development, and flexible education pathways
  • Siekerka’s personal journey from first-generation college student to passionate community advocate

The "Value of Values" podcast, established in 2023, engages in deep, meaningful conversations with a diverse array of guests, delving into the profound world of core beliefs and values that shape lives.

The podcast is a service of “JUMP Coaching Connection,” a proprietary coaching mobile platform leveraging technology to bring enterprise coaching to organizations.

To listen to the episode with Siekerka, click here.

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To learn more about JUMP Coaching Connection, click here.