Stressed Out at Work? Feeling Burned Out? Workforce Vitality Starts Here!

Trying to manage a work-life balance isn’t exactly easy these days. From long commutes to a frantic go-go-go! pace, it’s easy to understand why stress in the workplace has become a hot topic.

Upton, Wyoming, offers a different way of life; one where wide-open spaces, safe, tight-knit communities, and a lower cost of living can pave the way for less stress and more enjoyment in life.

And there’s no better time than during September’s Workforce Development Month to tell you more about what our amazing rural community has to offer!

A Growing Concern

When it comes to stress in the workplace, even the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is taking notice. According to statistics listed on their website:

• Around 65% of American workers named work as a very significant or somewhat significant source of stress 
• 83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress
• 54% of workers report that work stress affects their home life

But there’s good news… Upton might be your light at the end of that dark tunnel!

We’ve Got Solutions

Those weighty statistics are one of the many reasons why the Upton Economic Development Board (UEDB) has made significant investments in Workforce Development programs. 

By doing so, it provides employers with a skilled workforce that has access to top-tier colleges, universities, and tech training for ongoing education and training from Black Hills State University, Casper College, Eastern Wyoming College, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, University of Wyoming, WyoTech and more!

That alone is crucial for enhancing employee skills, improving overall performance, and increasing productivity so that workers become proficient in their roles.

Why are those so important in helping workers manage stress? Because studies have shown they’re all proven to lead to increased job satisfaction, a more engaged workforce, and increased confidence.

Imagine how much of an impact that has on employee retention!

A Network of Support

Cultivating a highly skilled and happy workforce is key to the vitality of the Upton economy. By doing so, we can offer a better quality of life for our residents to help kick workplace stress to the curb.

This includes a network of supporting organizations that the UEDB collaborates with, including:

Wyoming Boots: Offering users a greater understanding of the jobs available in our region, as well as the education pathways necessary to qualify for in-demand jobs.

Wyoming Department of Workforce Services: From business training grants to job training and disability advocacy, their programs are designed to empower both employer and employee to thrive!

Wyoming Small Business Development Center: Do you dream of operating your own business? The WSBDC connects entrepreneurs with entrepreneurs, offering no-cost, confidential assistance to help start and grow your business.

Wyoming Workforce Development Council: Selected by the governor, this board of leaders from around the state helps fuel vibrant local and state economic development while also cultivating a self-reliant and high-quality workforce for a more prosperous Wyoming.

Are you ready for something better when it comes to your work/life balance? Contact us today to learn more about the benefits of living and working in the “Best Town on Earth!”