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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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Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsResume Writing Lab
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsIntroduction to Interviewing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsGoal Setting
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganWORKREADY: COMMUNICATION
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganINTRODUCTION TO RESUMES
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganJob Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsWORKREADY: Workplace Management
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandWORKREADY: Responsibility
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandComputer Literacy
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsGoal Setting Workshop
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids- No events scheduled for November 9, 2024.
- No events scheduled for November 10, 2024.
Week of Events
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
This 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 …
WorkReady: Communication
WorkReady: 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. Communication …
Resume Writing Lab
Resume Writing Lab
After you’ve attended the Introduction to Resumes workshop, attend the Resume Writing Lab to create, update, or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for. NOTE: Completing the Introduction to Resumes workshop is essential before attending the Resume Writing Lab. Please bring your resume draft and a job description that …
WorkReady: Time Management
WorkReady: Time Management
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. Time Management …
Resume Writing
Resume Writing
Take your resume to the next level! This 3-hour workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume stand out.
Introduction to Interviewing
Introduction to Interviewing
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 more to help you ace your next interview.
Goal Setting
Goal Setting
This 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.
Introduction to Resume Writing
Introduction to Resume Writing
This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or creating a new one for that role you have been looking to fill. In this workshop, you will get the most up to date information on how to create and tailor your resume to stand out to employers. You will receive all …
WORKREADY: COMMUNICATION
WORKREADY: 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 …
Intro to Resume
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 the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume stand out.
Computer Literacy
Computer Literacy
Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your computer time more productive and enjoyable. The instructor will accommodate all levels no matter where you are with computers. You will learn how to understand basic job searching, resume uploading when applying for …
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
This 2 hour lab is designed for individuals interested in creating a cover letter to connect with employers. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your cover letter stand out.
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
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 the Resume Makeover workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a "sloppy copy resume" and a job …
INTRODUCTION TO RESUMES
INTRODUCTION TO RESUMES
If you don’t have a resume or haven’t updated your resume recently, this workshop is for you! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume. You will leave with the knowledge and resources needed to create a resume that meets today’s industry standards. Staff will offer …
Career Exploration
Career Exploration
Learn how to explore Interests, Labor Market information and training providers to assist you in choosing the right Career for you!
Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem
The job search process can be stressful, and for some people, it can affect their confidence and self-esteem. This workshop will introduce the concept of self-esteem and why it’s important in both your professional and personal life. Tips and tools to broaden your self-awareness and practice mindfulness, as well as maintain your self-esteem even in …
WorkReady: Decisiveness
WorkReady: Decisiveness
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. Decisiveness Decisiveness is the …
Goal-Setting
Goal-Setting
This 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.
Job Search Techniques
Job Search Techniques
Job search in today's world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you. Recommended for those new to job search, those who haven't job searched in a while, or those …
Intro to Interviewing
Intro to Interviewing
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 more to help you ace your next interview.
Computer Literacy
Computer Literacy
Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your computer time more productive and enjoyable. The instructor will accommodate all levels no matter where you are with computers. You will learn how to understand basic job searching, resume uploading when applying for …
WorkReady: Adaptability
WorkReady: Adaptability
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. Adaptability is the …
Intro to Cover Letter
Intro to Cover Letter
This 1.5 hour lab is designed for individuals interested in creating a cover letter to connect with employers. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your cover letter stand out.
Goal-Setting
Goal-Setting
This 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.
WORKREADY: Innovation
WORKREADY: Innovation
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. Innovation is …
Introduction to Resumes
Introduction to Resumes
If you don’t have a resume or haven’t updated your resume recently, this workshop is for you! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume. You will leave with the knowledge and resources needed to create a resume that meets today’s industry standards. Staff will offer …
Introduction to Interviewing
Introduction to Interviewing
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 more to help you ace your next interview.
Job Search Techniques
Job Search Techniques
Whether you are looking for your first job, or it’s been a few years since you last looked for employment, this is the workshop for you!
WORKREADY: Workplace Management
WORKREADY: Workplace Management
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. Workplace Management …
WORKREADY: Responsibility
WORKREADY: Responsibility
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. Responsibility looks …
Resume Writing
Resume Writing
Take your resume to the next level! This 3-hour workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume stand out.
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
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 the Resume Makeover workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a "sloppy copy resume" and a job …
Computer Literacy
Computer Literacy
Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize GCFLearnFree.org to assist in this self-directed workshop.
WORKREADY: Teamwork
WORKREADY: Teamwork
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. Teamwork A …
WORKREADY: Adaptability
WORKREADY: Adaptability
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!
Adaptability is the ability to adjust your words or actions based on the situation or expectations. This workshop will help you understand the importance of being flexible, looking at issues from different angles, being willing to learn and adapting to change.
Goal Setting Workshop
Goal Setting Workshop
This 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.
Workready: Reasoning
Workready: Reasoning
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. Many employers …
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