Events for January 23, 2025 | West Michigan Works! Events for January 23, 2025 | West Michigan Works!

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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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Event Series Kent

Computer Literacy

West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids

Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize …

RSVP Now Free 12 spots left
Event Series Montcalm

Cover Letter Writing

West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, Greenville

Create a good first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to write …

RSVP Now Free 12 spots left
Event Series Muskegon

Intrerviewing Skills

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

Interviewing Skills Everything you need to know before the interview! Learn interviewing tips and how to answer a variety of questions. Build the skills and confidence to succeed, no matter …

RSVP Now Free 192 spots left

WorkReady: Self Management (Virtual)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Effective self-management involves understanding how your thoughts, emotions, and actions influence your performance at work. In this workshop, you will explore how key factors like professionalism, adaptability, self-awareness, and stress …

RSVP Now Free 25 spots left
Event Series Muskegon

Job Searching Techniques

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

Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This workshop explores modern strategies that build personalized job search plans based on …

RSVP Now Free 180 spots left
Event Series Montcalm

WorkREADY: Problem-Solving

West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, Greenville

WorkREADY Workshops (90 minutes): This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. …

RSVP Now Free 12 spots left
Event Series Montcalm

Resume Lab

West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, Greenville

Bring us your sloppy copy, your rough draft, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content, this lab-style setting offers …

RSVP Now Free 5 spots left
Event Series Muskegon

WorkREADY: Self-Management

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

This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today's workforce. We have done the …

RSVP Now Free 48 spots left
Event Series Kent

Computer Literacy

West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids

Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize …

RSVP Now Free 12 spots left

Job Searching for The Experienced Professional (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

This VIRTUAL workshop is designed to assist Job Seekers who are 40+ years old.  During our time together we will discuss the following: 

Identify misconceptions and how to overcome experience discrimination. 
Define and address employer perceptions of experienced workers. 
Identify strategies to show your value in the workforce. 
Recognize thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors that work against obtaining employment. 
Evaluate the importance of salary expectations, retirement, and other financial considerations. 
Identify a list of tools and resources to aid in your job search in today’s world. 

We look forward to meeting you and helping you become better equipped to successfully market yourself in our ever-changing job market. Your registration confirmation will provide you with the required information to attend this workshop via Microsoft Teams. 

RSVP Now Free 25 spots left