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Whether you are looking to sharpen your interview skills or meet an employer who is hiring, we have options for you! Our free workshops in the calendar below are available to help you at any stage of the job search and hiring process. Plus, our weekly hot jobs and monthly virtual hiring events connect you with employers who are hiring.

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WorkReady: Communication Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Communication
In this employability skills series, you will focus on building the skills employers are looking for in their employees and job applicants. This workshop series can help you stand out from the crowd!
*EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS - WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering.
Good communication skills are ranked as one of employers’ most-needed work skills. In this workshop you will explore five components of effective communication: verbal communication, non-verbal communication, active listening, feedback, and message planning.

Free
Event Series Allegan

WorkReady: Decisiveness

West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan

In this employability skills series, you will focus on building the skills employers are looking for in their employees and job applicants. This workshop series can help you stand out …

Free
Event Series Ottawa

Intro to Resume

Take your resume to the next level!  This 1.5-hour workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume.  Staff will be on-hand throughout …

Free
Event Series Allegan

Introduction to Interviewing

West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan

This workshop provides interview techniques including preparation, follow-up and how to answer difficult questions. You will also get tips on appearance, non-verbal communication skills and the hidden meaning behind common …

Free

Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Have you wondered how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Do you want to learn more about a free opportunity to market your personal brand to over 1 million recruiting and HR professionals?

Attend this abbreviated virtual workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having one! If you are already a LinkedIn user, learn how to optimize your profile. We'll discuss leveling up your job search and professional networking efforts, free resources that LinkedIn offers, and the Dos and Donts of operating professionally on social media.

Free
Event Series Muskegon

Career Exploration

West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, Muskegon

Learn how to explore Interests, Labor Market information and training providers to assist you in choosing the right Career for you!

Free

Introduction to Resume Writing (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Take your resume to the next level! This VIRTUAL workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning how to create a resume or improve their existing resume.

We recommend you log in at least five minutes before the scheduled workshop start time so you are ready to go when the workshop begins. Late participants will not be allowed to join the meeting.

*It is highly recommended to have your resume available in a digital format (mitalent, flash drive, email) for access during and after the workshop. A hard copy may be useful for you to reference during the workshop.

Free
Event Series Ottawa

Resume Lab

West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, Holland

Put the resources you received in Resume Makeover to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing …

Free
Event Series Allegan

Resume Writing Lab

West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan

Put the resources you received in Introduction to Resumes to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing …

Free