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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.
In-person Workshops
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Virtual Workshops
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Job Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsWhether you are looking for your first job, or it’s been a few years since you last looked for employment, this is the workshop for you!
WorkReady: Adaptability (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganIn 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.
Adaptability is the ability to adjust your words or actions based on the situation or expectations. This VIRTUAL workshop will help you understand the importance of being flexible, looking at issues from different angles, being willing to learn and adapting to change.
Introduction to Resumes
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsTake 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 …
Leadership Styles
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsYou 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 …
WorkReady: Teamwork
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsIn 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: Innovation (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West MichiganIn 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.
Innovation is the ability to think of new ideas, processes, products, etc. that have value. 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.
Career Exploration
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand RapidsYour future starts now! Learn about yourself and the world of work by identifying and exploring highly satisfying careers. Career Exploration is a self-assessment tool used to match personal interests …
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