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.
In-person Workshops
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Virtual Workshops
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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 …
Job Searching for The Experienced Professional (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganThis VIRTUAL 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 employment.
Evaluate the importance of salary expectations, retirement, and other financial considerations.
Identify a list of tools and resources to aid in your job search in today’s world.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you become better equipped to successfully market yourself in our ever-changing job market. Your registration confirmation will provide you with the required information to attend this workshop via Microsoft Teams.
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 …
WorkReady: Communication
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, Muskegon, MI, USIn 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 …
Introduction to Resumes
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids, MITake 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 …
Goal Setting Workshop
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MIThis 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 …
Introduction to Resume Writing (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganTake your resume to the next level! This VIRTUAL workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning how to create a resume or improve their existing resume.
We recommend you log in at least five minutes before the scheduled workshop start time so you are ready to go when the workshop begins. Late participants will not be allowed to join the meeting.
*It is highly recommended to have your resume available in a digital format (mitalent, flash drive, email) for access during and after the workshop. A hard copy may be useful for you to reference during the workshop.
Intro to Resume in Spanish VIRTUAL
Virtual Workshop¿Cuentas con una Hoja Laboral o Curriculm vitae? En muchas ocasiones creemos que no necesitamos realizar dicho documento. Sin embargo, en este país puede ser indispensable para poder obtener mejores …
WorkReady: Time Management
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, Muskegon, MI, USIn 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 …
Cover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids, MIJoin us for this workshop in which you will learn to create a good first impression with an effective cover letter. Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content …
Introduction to Interviewing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids, MIThis 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 …
WorkReady: Communication
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MIIn 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 …
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