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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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  • Goal Setting Workshop (Virtual)

    Virtual Virtual, West Michigan
    Virtual Event

    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. 

    Free
  • WorkREADY: Problem Solving

    Montcalm
    West Michigan Works! in Montcalm County 114 S Greenville West Dr, Greenville, MI, US

    Problem-Solving is a process that includes identifying a problem, analyzing available information, generating possible solutions, and ultimately implementing the best solution to resolve the issue. In this workshop, you will explore what it means to think critically about complex situations, learn ways to analyze issues from multiple perspectives, and use innovation to drive problem-solving.

    Free
  • Self-Esteem

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

    The job search process can be stressful, and for some people, it can affect their confidence and self-esteem. This workshop will discuss 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 …

    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
  • Interviewing Skills

    Ottawa
    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 type.

    Free