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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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Computer Literacy (Bilingual)
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandIntroduction to Interviewing
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandIntro to Resume (Spanish)
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, HollandIntroduction to Cover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, Holland- No events scheduled for February 10, 2024.
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Week of Events
WorkReady: Communication Workshop (VIRTUAL)
WorkReady: Communication Workshop (VIRTUAL)
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 …
Self-Esteem (Virtual)
Self-Esteem (Virtual)
The 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 broaden your self-awareness and practice mindfulness, as well as maintain your self-esteem even in …
WorkReady: Adaptability (Virtual)
WorkReady: Adaptability (Virtual)
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. Adaptability is …
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
Take your resume to the next level! This 1 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.
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.
Computer Literacy (Bilingual)
Computer Literacy (Bilingual)
Open Lab Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and make your computer time more productive and enjoyable. Self-guided learning is also available for select software programs, with limited staff assistance.
WorkReady: Innovation (Virtual)
WorkReady: Innovation (Virtual)
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. Innovation is …
WorkReady: Decisiveness (Virtual)
WorkReady: Decisiveness (Virtual)
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. Decisiveness is …
Introduction to Interviewing
Introduction to Interviewing
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 your next interview.
WorkReady: Reasoning (Virtual)
WorkReady: Reasoning (Virtual)
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. Many employers …
Intro to Resume (Spanish)
Intro to Resume (Spanish)
¿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 …
Leadership Styles (Virtual)
Leadership Styles (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.
Take Out Series: LinkedIn Basics (VIRTUAL)
Take Out Series: LinkedIn Basics (VIRTUAL)
Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Attend an abbreviated virtual workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having one!
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 …
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.
Career Exploration
Career Exploration
This self-assessment workshop is used to match personal interests with related careers. Discover your abilities matched to current in-demand jobs
WorkReady: Responsibility Workshop (VIRTUAL)
WorkReady: Responsibility Workshop (VIRTUAL)
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. This VIRTUAL …
Introduction to Interviewing Workshop (VIRTUAL)
Introduction to Interviewing Workshop (VIRTUAL)
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 your next interview.
Introduction to Cover Letter Writing
Introduction to Cover Letter Writing
Create a good first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions.
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