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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Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics
West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, AlleganJob Search Techniques
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, AlleganIntroduction to Interviewing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsIntro to Interviewing
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleTake-Out Series: Intro to LinkedIn
West Michigan Works! in Barry County 130 E State St, HastingsWorkReady: Teamwork
West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, GreenvilleCover Letter Writing
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsJob Searching for the Experienced Worker
West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids NW Service Center 215 Straight Ave NW, Grand RapidsJob Searching for The Experienced Professional (Virtual)
Virtual Virtual, West Michigan- No events scheduled for November 23, 2024.
- No events scheduled for November 24, 2024.
Week of Events
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. Communication …
WorkReady: Responsibility Workshop (VIRTUAL)
WorkReady: Responsibility 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 focuses on what it means to be responsible at work. You’ll learn the importance of being reliable, doing work correctly and on time, communicating with others, and taking ownership of your work and behavior. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.
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
WorkReady: Time Management
WorkReady: Time Management
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. Time Management …
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.
WorkReady: Adaptability Workshop (Virtual)
WorkReady: Adaptability 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 focuses on adaptability in the workplace. We will discuss the importance of being flexible, looking at issues from different angles, being willing to learn, and adapting to change. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.
Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics
Take-Out Series: LinkedIn Basics
Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Would you like to learn more about how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Attend an abbreviated workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having …
Personal Branding
Personal Branding
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 of branding and how to leverage your skills in the modern-day job market to land the job you deserve!
Intro to Resume
Intro to Resume
Take your resume to the next level! This 1.5-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.
Job Search Techniques
Job Search Techniques
Job search in today's world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you. Recommended for those new to job search, those who haven't job searched in a while, or those …
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.
Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem
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 maintain your self-esteem will also be discussed.
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
This 2 hour lab is designed for individuals interested in creating a cover letter to connect with employers. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your cover letter stand out.
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
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 the Resume Makeover workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a "sloppy copy resume" and a job …
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 …
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.
Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem
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 …
Career Exploration
Career Exploration
Learn how to explore Interests, Labor Market information and training providers to assist you in choosing the right Career for you!
WorkReady: Teamwork Workshop (Virtual)
WorkReady: Teamwork 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 four important considerations when working in a team environment: communication, knowing your role, respect for others, and generational differences. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.
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.
Intro to Interviewing
Intro 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.
Take-Out Series: Intro to LinkedIn
Take-Out Series: Intro to LinkedIn
Would you like to learn the basics of creating a LinkedIn account? Would you like to learn more about how to stand out on LinkedIn to recruiters and hiring managers? Are you interested in learning how to network? Attend an abbreviated workshop on the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile and the importance of having …
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: Teamwork
WorkReady: Teamwork
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. A team is a …
Intro to Interviewing
Intro 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: Teamwork
WorkReady: Teamwork
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. Teamwork A …
Take-Out Series: Virtual Interviewing Lab
Take-Out Series: Virtual Interviewing Lab
Have specific interview questions? Not sure on the questions to ask at the end of an interview?
We’re here for you!
Join members of our Regional Talent Development Team in this virtual setting to continue building your confidence and get ready for your next interview! We will discuss 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.
WorkReady: Decisiveness Workshop (Virtual)
WorkReady: Decisiveness 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!
In this VIRTUAL workshop, we will explore the qualities of a decisive person: not being afraid to make mistakes; considering how decisions affect others; making small decisions by themselves, but knows when to lean on others for bigger decisions; uses available information to make decisions; and reflects after a decision has been made. Common barriers to decision-making will be address with strategies to assist in making decisions with confidence. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.
Intro to Cover Letter
Intro to Cover Letter
This 1.5 hour lab is designed for individuals interested in creating a cover letter to connect with employers. Staff will be on-hand throughout the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your cover letter stand out.
WORKREADY: Innovation
WORKREADY: Innovation
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 …
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.
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 …
Cover Letter Writing
Cover Letter Writing
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.
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.
Job Searching Techniques
Job Searching Techniques
Whether you are looking for your first job, or it’s been a few years since you last looked for employment or need tips on a cover letter this is the workshop for you!
Workready: Workplace Management
Workready: Workplace Management
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. Workplace Management …
Workready: Responsibility
Workready: Responsibility
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. Responsibility looks …
Resume Writing
Resume Writing
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 the class offering tips and suggestions on how to help make your resume stand out.
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.
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
Job Searching for the Experienced Worker
This workshop is designed for job seekers who are 40+ years old and highlights strategies on how to show your value as an experienced worker.
Resume Lab
Resume Lab
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 the Resume Makeover workshop is essential before attending Resume Lab. It will be most helpful if you bring a "sloppy copy resume" and a job …
WORKREADY: Teamwork
WORKREADY: Teamwork
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. Teamwork A …
Take-Out Series: Virtual Cover Letter Lab
Take-Out Series: Virtual Cover Letter Lab
Have specific interview questions? Not sure on the questions to ask at the end of an interview?
We’re here for you!
Join members of our Regional Talent Development Team in this virtual setting to continue building your confidence and get ready for your next interview! We will discuss 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.
WORKREADY: Adaptability
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 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 …
Job Searching for The Experienced Professional (Virtual)
Job Searching for The Experienced Professional (Virtual)
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.
Workready: Reasoning
Workready: Reasoning
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 …
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