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Decisiveness 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.

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.

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.

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 difficult circumstances will also be discussed. 

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 …

A beginner’s financial literacy workshop that introduces key money management concepts such as budgeting, saving, debt management, and credit scores. Want to manage your money better and reduce financial stress? Join our Virtual workshop to learn practical financial skills that will help you budget, save, and make smarter money choices!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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 …

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 and build positive time management habits that work for you. We hope you will join us for this interactive workshop and evolve your skill set.

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.

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—can help highlight your …

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.

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. **Please attend the Resume Writing Workshop prior to registering for this lab** ** Resume writing takes time. Please don't expect …

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.