Unemployment, A Pandemic & Mental Health
Tips to Stay Mentally Healthy While Unemployed Losing a job is one of the most stressful things that can happen to someone. In fact, it is ranked among the top 10 most …
Resume Tips to Get You Noticed
The Do’s and Don’ts of Resume Writing Your resume is a summary of your work background and qualifications. It’s your introduction to a potential employer and a chance to make …
West Michigan’s innovative, collaborative spirit shines bright during COVID-19 pandemic
Meals-to-go from local restaurants now at select SpartanNash stores Many West Michigan employers are finding unique and innovative ways to help other businesses and individuals impacted by the pandemic. Over the next few weeks we’ll …
Building a Resume: Action Verbs
What are the Right Words to Use When Writing a Resume? Writing a resume can be challenging. It’s hard to sum up years of accomplishments with a few words. Are …
Virtual Job Fair Provides Opportunity to Stay Home, Stay Safe and Get Hired
Virtual Job Fair to Host Over 35 Employers West Michigan Works! Virtual Job Fair will connect employers and job seekers during the state’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order. The virtual …
Five Reasons to Say “Yes!” to Temporary Employment
Unemployment rates have gone from historic lows to highs over the last month because of business closures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, some businesses are seeing an increase …
Facing a job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Recently unemployed? Here’s what you need to know! The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has interrupted the lives of everyone in our community. West Michigan, along with the rest of the country, …
The 2020 Hot Jobs List is Here!
Every year, West Michigan Works! releases a list of the top 100 job opportunities in the region’s high-demand industries—construction/energy, health sciences, information technology, manufacturing and professional/administrative services. They work closely …
Training creates a highly-skilled workforce and gives workers skills for life
Training programs funded by the Going PRO Talent Fund must lead to a credential for a skill that is transferable and recognized by the industry. This creates a highly-skilled workforce …
Expungement Clinic Helps Create New Talent Pool
On January 16, 2020, 195 Muskegon County residents entered the doors at our Muskegon Service Center. Even though some had to wait two hours to be seen, the general attitude …
