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: 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 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 …
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 oportunidades de empleo, especialmente si describe sus habilidades, capacidades, desempeños en el área laboral de una manera concisa y eficaz. Esto, permite que la empresa …
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 suggestions and resources.
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 technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
Self-Esteem in Spanish (Virtual)
El proceso de búsqueda de empleo puede ser estresante y, para algunas personas, puede afectar su confianza y autoestima. Este taller introducirá el concepto de autoestima y por qué es importante tanto en tu vida profesional como personal. También se discutirán consejos y herramientas para mantener su autoestima.
Resume Writing
West Michigan Works! in Muskegon County 316 Morris Ave, Muskegon, MI, USTake 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.
Job Searching for The Experienced Worker (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.
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 your next interview.
Introduction to Resume Writing/Job Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., Ionia, MIThis 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 navigate your job search in today's digital world and learn tips and techniques to …
WorkReady: Communication Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganCommunication
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 are ranked as one of employers’ most-needed work skills. In this workshop you will explore five components of effective communication: verbal communication, non-verbal communication, active listening, feedback, and message planning.
WorkReady Time Management
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan, 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 from the crowd! *EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS – WORKREADY: To find out which classes are best for you, please take the online pre-assessment prior to registering. This workshop will help …
Self Esteem
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan, MI, USThe 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 increase or maintain your self-esteem will also be discussed.
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