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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 Muskegon

Resume Writing

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

Take 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 …

Free

Job Searching for The Experienced Worker (Virtual)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

This 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. 

Free
Event Series Kent

Introduction to Interviewing

West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, 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

WorkReady: Communication Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Communication
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.

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 Ionia

WorkReady: Teamwork

West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., Ionia, MI

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

Resume Lab

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

Put the resources you received in Resume Makeover to good use to create, update and/or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for! NOTE: Completing …

Free

Take Out Series: Google Basics (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Have you ever wondered how you can use Google to further your job search or your career? 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.

Free
Event Series Allegan

Resume Writing

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

Take your resume to the next level!  This workshop is designed for individuals interested in improving their existing resume or building a new resume.  Staff will offer tips and suggestions …

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 …

Free
Event Series Muskegon

Career Exploration

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

Learn how to explore Interests, Labor Market information and training providers to assist you in choosing the right Career for you!

Free

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NOVEMBER CALENDARS

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