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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Resume Writing Lab
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MIAfter you’ve attended the Introduction to Resumes workshop, attend the Resume Writing Lab to create, update, or revamp your resume according to the job you are looking to apply for. …
WorkReady: Innovation Workshop (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.
Take-Out Series: Personal Branding Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Have you ever considered what your personal brand is? Are you struggling to find a way to stand out among tightening competition? In this workshop we will discuss the purpose …
WorkReady: Adaptability Workshop (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.
Job Search Techniques
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MIWhether 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!
Introduction to Interviewing Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Virtual WorkshopThis 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.
Computer Literacy
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MIIntimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize …
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.
Computer Literacy
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MIIntimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize …
WorkReady: Adaptability
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 …
WorkReady: Teamwork Workshop (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.
A team is a group of people working towards the same goal. This VIRTUAL workshop will help you understand four important considerations when working in a team environment: communication, knowing your role, respect for others, and generational differences.
WorkReady: Reasoning Workshop (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.
Many employers believe that reasoning or critical thinking is even more important than a candidate’s education! In this VIRTUAL workshop 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.
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