VIEW UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
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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Virtual Workshops
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Introduction to Resumes
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids- No events scheduled for December 31, 2024.
- No events scheduled for January 1, 2025.
Resume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsSelf-Management
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsCover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsLeadership Styles
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsResume Writing Lab
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsInterviewing Skills
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsCover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Barry County - Hastings Service Center 130 E. State St., HastingsTake-Out Series: Google Basics
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleGoal-Setting
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids- No events scheduled for January 4, 2025.
- No events scheduled for January 5, 2025.
Week of Events
Introduction to Resumes
Introduction to Resumes
Take your resume to the next level! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume. Learn tips, tricks, and techniques to make your resume stand out to employers. A hard copy of your resume may be useful for you to reference during the workshop.
Resume Writing
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 tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.
Self-Management
Self-Management
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 management shape and strengthen your overall self-management skills.
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
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 customized cover letters.
Leadership Styles
Leadership Styles
You 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 workshop will discuss the six different leadership styles by Daniel Goleman and will help you determine what style of leader you are.
Interviewing Skills
Interviewing Skills
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 the interview type.
Resume Writing Lab
Resume Writing Lab
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 the opportunity for small-group support. *Important notes: -Please attend the Resume Writing Workshop prior to registering for this lab. -Resume writing takes time. Please don’t …
Interviewing Skills
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 the interview type.
Job Searching Techniques
Job Searching Techniques
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 individual job seeker’s strengths and needs, and also offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
Resume Writing
Resume Writing
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 tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
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 customized cover letters.
Take-Out Series: Google Basics
Take-Out Series: Google Basics
Have you ever wondered how you can use Google to further your job search or your career? Do you need help learning how to set up a professional Google account for your job search and networking? Join us for a workshop that explains why you should use Google and what kinds of apps are available. You …
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing 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 customized cover letters.
Goal-Setting
Goal-Setting
This workshop focuses on action-oriented goal setting strategies. It offers proven techniques to help you set and reach your goals, including an in-depth look at SMART goal setting. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will be addressed with empathy and encouragement.
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