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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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Virtual Workshops
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West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganWORKREADY: COMMUNICATION
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganINTRODUCTION TO RESUMES
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganWorkReady: Workplace Management Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganJob Searching with a Criminal Background Workshop (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West Michigan- No events scheduled for November 9, 2024.
- No events scheduled for November 10, 2024.
Week of Events
WorkReady: Innovation Workshop (Virtual)
WorkReady: Innovation Workshop (Virtual)
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.
Intro to Resume in Spanish VIRTUAL
Intro to Resume in Spanish VIRTUAL
¿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 …
Intro to Interviewing in Spanish (Virtual)
Intro to Interviewing in Spanish (Virtual)
Este taller proporciona técnicas de entrevista que incluyen preparación, seguimiento y cómo responder preguntas difíciles. También recibirás consejos sobre apariencia, habilidades de comunicación no verbal y más herramientas para ayudarte a triunfar en tu próxima entrevista
Leadership Styles Workshop (Virtual)
Leadership Styles Workshop (Virtual)
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.
Introduction to Resume Writing (Virtual)
Introduction to Resume Writing (Virtual)
Take 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.
Goal Setting
Goal Setting
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 technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
WORKREADY: COMMUNICATION
WORKREADY: 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 …
Take-Out Series: Virtual Resume Upgrade Lab
Take-Out Series: Virtual Resume Upgrade Lab
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.
INTRODUCTION TO RESUMES
INTRODUCTION TO RESUMES
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 building a new resume. You will leave with the knowledge and resources needed to create a resume that meets today’s industry standards. Staff will offer …
Job Search Techniques (Virtual)
Job Search Techniques (Virtual)
Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This VIRTUAL workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
Goal Setting Workshop (Virtual)
Goal Setting Workshop (Virtual)
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 technique. Common barriers to goal setting and ways to combat procrastination will also be discussed.
Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Have you wondered how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Do you want to learn more about a free opportunity to market your personal brand to over 1 million recruiting and HR professionals?
Attend this abbreviated virtual workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having one! If you are already a LinkedIn user, learn how to optimize your profile. We'll discuss leveling up your job search and professional networking efforts, free resources that LinkedIn offers, and the Dos and Donts of operating professionally on social media.
Introduction to Cover Letter Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Introduction to Cover Letter Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Join 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.
WorkReady: Workplace Management Workshop (VIRTUAL)
WorkReady: Workplace Management Workshop (VIRTUAL)
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 addresses self-management in the workplace. Practicing good workplace management means you know what behaviors are expected of you in your work environment. In this workshop you will learn how important it is to know 1) the rules regarding technology, 2) how to manage distractions and 3) how to be professional (hint: know your company’s rules and policies!). We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.
Job Searching with a Criminal Background Workshop (Virtual)
Job Searching with a Criminal Background Workshop (Virtual)
This workshop provides helpful information about background checks and job search strategies for someone with a criminal background. You will learn how to navigate applications and how to answer specific interview questions regarding your criminal background. You will also get information about programs and resources that may be able to assist you with your job search efforts.
WorkReady: Reasoning Workshop (Virtual)
WorkReady: Reasoning Workshop (Virtual)
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 will learn the importance of looking at an issue, problem, or opportunity from multiple viewpoints. Good reasoning requires that you take time to define the problem and recognize that problems can be complicated and involve a variety of interrelated issues. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set!
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