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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 Ottawa

Computer Literacy

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

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

Free

WorkReady: Decisiveness Workshop (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

WorkReady is an employability skills workshop series designed to teach the top skills employers are looking for in today's job market, and how to build and leverage those skills to strengthen your status as a job candidate!
 
In this VIRTUAL workshop, we will explore the qualities of a decisive person: not being afraid to make mistakes; considering how decisions affect others; making small decisions by themselves, but knows when to lean on others for bigger decisions; uses available information to make decisions; and reflects after a decision has been made.  Common barriers to decision-making will be address with strategies to assist in making decisions with confidence. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.

Free
Event Series Kent

Introduction to Interviewing

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

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 …

Free
Event Series Allegan

WorkReady: Communication

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

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 Barry

WorkReady: Decisiveness

West Michigan Works! in Barry County 130 E State St, Hastings, MI, US

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 Montcalm

Self-Esteem

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

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 …

Free
Event Series Kent

Introduction to Resumes

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

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 …

Free

WorkReady: Innovation Workshop (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

WorkReady is an employability skills workshop series designed to teach the top skills employers are looking for in today's job market, and how to build and leverage those skills to strengthen your status as a job candidate!

This VIRTUAL workshop will help you understand what it means to have an innovative mindset. You’ll also learn the importance of 1) thinking through how your ideas might affect other people or processes and 2) communicating your idea effectively and appropriately. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.

Free
Event Series Barry

Job Search Techniques

West Michigan Works! in Barry County 130 E State St, Hastings, MI, US

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 …

Free
Event Series Ottawa

Intro to Interviewing

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

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 …

Free
Event Series Montcalm

WorkReady: Responsibility

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

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

Take-Out Series: Google Basics Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

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 will get a step-by-step overview to set up a Google user account that highlights strategies to optimize your job search, assist with time management, and help you stay organized in your professional life and beyond.

Free

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OCTOBER CALENDARS

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NOVEMBER CALENDARS

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