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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.
In-person Workshops
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Virtual Workshops
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WorkREADY: Self-Management
West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., IoniaThis 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 …
Leadership Styles
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganYou don’t have to be a manager to be a leader. You might be asked in an interview what your leadership style is; be prepared to answer that question. This …
Interviewing Skills Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Virtual WorkshopEverything 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 the interview type.
Interviewing Skills
West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., IoniaThis 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 more to help you ace …
Resume Writing
Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer …
Take-Out Series: Resume Upgrade Lab (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganDo you have an old resume you need to update? Maybe you’ve started a new draft, but you have formatting questions about Microsoft Word? Or you’re just trying to figure out the best way to word or arrange things?
We’re here for you!
Join members of our Regional Talent Development Team in this virtual setting to put the finishing touches on that outdated version or sloppy copy! Come prepared to share your draft via Teams (we can walk you through how to do that). We will look at it together in real-time to give you individualized help and recommendations based on current industry standards. This workshop is limited to a small number of participants to ensure a quality experience, and offered on a recurring basis.
Resume Lab
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsBring your sloppy copy, your rough draft, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content, the lab-style setting offers the …
WorkReady: Teamwork
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, MuskegonIn 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 …
Self-Esteem
West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., IoniaThe job search process can be stressful, and for some people, it can affect their confidence and self-esteem. This workshop will discuss the concept of self-esteem and why it’s important …
Resume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganLearn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer …
Goal Setting Workshop (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganThis workshop will focus on action-oriented goal setting and will offer strategies to help you set and reach your goals, including an in-depth look at the SMART goal setting technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
Resume Lab
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandBring 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 …
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