Euan Blair on workforce development: College is broken. Apprenticeships deliver.

Nov 15, 2023

Euan Blair, founder of UK unicorn Multiverse, promotes apprenticeships as superior to college, emphasizing practical skills, earning potential, and job flexibility. The discussion contrasts UK and US approaches, addresses skill deficits, workplace diversity, and the role of AI in workforce development.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Exploring the Benefits of Apprenticeships in Workforce Development

01:36 • 22min

Addressing Deficits in Skill Development and Emphasizing Workplace Diversity

23:56 • 2min

Navigating Registered Apprenticeships in the US

26:08 • 7min

Evolution of Hiring Practices and Utilization of AI in Workforce Development

33:15 • 3min

Venture Capital Investment and Evolution of Multiverse in Apprenticeship Programs

36:00 • 3min