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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.

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  • Job Searching for the Experienced Professional

    West Michigan Works! in Kent County - Grand Rapids SE Service Center 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI

    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.

    Free
  • WorkREADY: Teamwork

    West Michigan Works! in Allegan County - Allegan Service Center 3255 122nd Ave, Allegan, MI, US

    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 …

    Free
  • WorkREADY: Communication Workshop (VIRTUAL)

    Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
    Virtual Event

    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 series will help explain how and why you are WorkREADY, whether it is for a new job or a promotion.

    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.

    Free
  • Ottawa

    Interviewing Skills

    West Michigan Works! in Ottawa County 12331 James St Ste 130, Holland, MI, US

    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 …

    Free
  • Ionia

    WorkReady! Decision-Making

    West Michigan Works! in Ionia County 603 W. Adams St., Ionia, MI

    Decision-Making:  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 …

    Free