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WorkREADY Workshops (90 Minutes): This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. We have done the research and developed these interactive workshops to assist individuals in becoming more confident in these key areas: Communication, Teamwork, Self-Management, Decisiveness, …

LinkedIn Lab Get your LinkedIn profile in shape! This self-directed lab covers the basics of creating or updating your LinkedIn account

Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.

This workshop will discuss the concept of self-esteem and why it’s important in both your professional and personal life. 

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: Teamwork …

Have you ever considered what your personal brand is? Are you struggling to find a way to get ahead of the tightening competition? In this workshop, we will discuss the purpose of branding and identifying what your personal brand is as a professional. We will teach you how to communicate and leverage your skills in …

This workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.

This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your time job searching online more productive and enjoyable.

Self-Management: Effective self-management involves understanding how your thoughts, emotions, and actions influence your performance at work. In this workshop, you will explore how key factors like professionalism, adaptability, self-awareness, and stress management shape and strengthen your overall self-management skills.  To learn more about your strengths and areas for growth in each of these skills, or to start the …

Effective workplace communication involves conveying, receiving, and interpreting information to achieve goals and foster collaboration. In this workshop, you will explore strategies for improving interpersonal interactions, active listening, clear messaging, and conflict resolution, equipping you with practical tools to enhance your relationships both personally and professionally.

This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today's workforce. We have done the research and developed these interactive workshops to assist individuals in becoming more confident in these key areas: Communication, Teamwork, Self-Management, Decisiveness, and Problem-Solving. This workshop …

WorkREADY Workshops: The WorkREADY Workshop Series will help you explain to employers how and why you are WorkREADY, whether it is for a new job or a promotion. This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the most needed skills across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. Based …

Do you want to manage your money better and reduce financial stress? Join our FREE workshop to learn practical financial skills that will help you budget, save, and make smarter money choices! This workshop offers tools and resources that you can apply to your unique financial situation and goals.

 Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email, job applications, or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your computer time more productive and enjoyable.  Class size is limited. Please be sure to register in advance, as walk-ins are only accepted when a seat is available. 

Learn the content and proper format of today’s resumes. Current industry standards and helpful resources will be discussed.

Take your resume to the next level! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning how to create a resume or improve their existing resume.

*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.

Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.

In this workshop, we will discuss the purpose of branding and identifying what your personal brand is as a professional.

In today’s evolving job market, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way we search for work and navigate the workplace. This interactive workshop will introduce you to the powerful role AI plays in job searching and career development. We will explore how AI tools - like résumé builders, job matching platforms, and interview simulators - …

Bring us your sloppy copy, your rough draft, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content, this lab-style setting offers the opportunity for small-group support. *Important notes: -We will provide laptops for you to work on your resume. -Please attend the Resume Writing Workshop prior …

WorkREADY Workshops (90 minutes): This employability skills series focuses on helping job seekers and employees identify and build the skills most needed across all levels and areas of today’s workforce. We have done the research and developed these interactive workshops to assist individuals in becoming more confident in these key areas: Communication, Teamwork, Self-Management, Decisiveness, …

This workshop is designed to assist Job Seekers who are 40+ years old.  During our time together we will address the following: Identify misconceptions about mature professionals 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 …

Create a solid first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions.

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.

Self-Esteem The job search process can be stressful. For some, it can affect their confidence and self-esteem. This workshop introduces the concept of self-esteem as it relates to both your professional and personal life.

Decision Making is the ability to make confident and timely decisions, even in challenging situations. In this workshop, you will explore traits that make people decisive, learn ways to manage the fear of making mistakes, and come away with some practical tools to boost your confidence and overcome indecision.

Teamwork in the workplace is the coordinated effort of individuals working together to achieve shared goals effectively and efficiently. In this workshop, you will learn some skills and strategies needed to foster effective teamwork and contribute to the success of your teams. To learn more about your strengths and areas for growth in each of these …

Resume Writing Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.  

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 workshop will discuss the six different leadership styles by Daniel Goleman and will help you determine what style of leader you are.

Self-Management: Effective self-management involves understanding how your thoughts, emotions, and actions influence your performance at work. In this workshop, you will explore how key factors like professionalism, adaptability, self-awareness, and stress management shape and strengthen your overall self-management skills.  To learn more about your strengths and areas for growth in each of these skills, or to start the …

Interviewing Skills Everything you need to know before the interview! Learn interviewing tips and how to answer a variety of questions. Build the skills and confidence to succeed, no matter the interview type.

Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize LearnFree.org to assist in this self-directed workshop. Class size is limited. Please be sure to register in advance, as walk-ins are only accepted when a …

Everything you need to know before the interview! Learn interviewing formats, tips and how to answer a variety of questions. Build the skills and confidence to succeed, no matter the interview type.

In this workshop, we will discuss the purpose of branding and identifying what your personal brand is as a professional. We will teach you how to communicate and leverage your skills in the modern-day job market to land the job you deserve!

Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your computer time more productive and enjoyable. We utilize LearnFree.org to assist in this self-directed workshop. Class size is limited. Please be sure to register in advance, as walk-ins are only accepted when a …

Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This workshop explores modern strategies that build personalized job search plans based on individual job seeker’s strengths and needs, and also offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.

You might be asked in an interview what your leadership style is; be prepared to answer that question.

This workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.

 Intimidated by computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email, job applications, or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your computer time more productive and enjoyable.  Class size is limited. Please be sure to register in advance, as walk-ins are only accepted when a seat is available. 

Do you want to start your own business but are not sure where to start? Interested in a small, side-hustle or starting the next leading company in an industry? Entrepreneurship 101 is here to help you begin that journey. This discussion-based workshop will provide key questions for you to explore that will help you build …

This workshop will help you understand and use the skills of time management and punctuality. You’ll learn about the importance of regular attendance, completing tasks on time, and staying focused and productive while you’re on the job. We will address common barriers to good time management and punctuality, then share strategies to overcome these barriers …

Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.

Teamwork in the workplace is the coordinated effort of individuals working together to achieve shared goals effectively and efficiently. In this workshop, you will learn the skills and strategies needed to foster effective teamwork and how to contribute to the success of your teams.

Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer tips and suggestions to help elevate your resume above the competition.

Create a strong first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions.

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. 

Intimidated by using computers? Unfamiliar with how to use email or the internet? This open lab covers basic computing needs and makes your job search and computer time more productive and enjoyable.

Personal Branding Have you ever considered what your personal brand is? Are you struggling to find a way to get ahead of the tightening competition? In this workshop, we will discuss the purpose of branding and identifying what your personal brand is as a professional. We will teach you how to communicate and leverage your …