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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 Montcalm

Intro to Interviewing

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

Job Searching for the Experienced Worker

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

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. …

Free
Event Series Muskegon

Goal-Setting

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

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 …

Free
Event Series Barry

Introduction to Resumes

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

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 …

Free
Event Series Ottawa

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. 

Free

Take-Out Series: Virtual Resume Upgrade Lab

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Do 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 very small number of participants to ensure a quality experience, but it is offered on a recurring basis.

Free

Take-Out Series: Virtual Resume Upgrade Lab

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Do 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 very small number of participants to ensure a quality experience, but it is offered on a recurring basis.

Free
Event Series Montcalm

WorkReady: Teamwork

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
Event Series Ottawa

Intro to Resume in Spanish

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

¿Cuentas con una Hoja Laboral o Curriculum vitae?  En muchas ocasiones creemos que no necesitamos realizar dicho documento.  Sin embargo, en este país puede ser indispensable para poder obtener mejores …

Free
Event Series Barry

Job Searching for the Experienced Worker

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

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 …

Free

Leadership Styles Workshop (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

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 VIRTUAL workshop will discuss the six different leadership styles by Daniel Goleman and will help you determine what style of leader you are. 

Free
Event Series Muskegon

WorkReady: Workplace Management

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

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NOVEMBER CALENDARS

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