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SUMMARY:How AI Can Help You Get The Job
DESCRIPTION: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 skills and improve your chances of landing the right job.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/how-ai-can-help-you-get-the-job-24/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids SE Service Center\, 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507
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SUMMARY:WorkREADY: Self-Management
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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 on research and our relationships with employers\, we have developed interactive workshops that assist individuals in developing confidence in five key areas: Communication\, Teamwork\, Self-Management\, Decision-Making\, and Problem-Solving. \nTo learn more about your strengths and areas for growth in each of these skills\, or to start the process of earning the WorkREADY Certificate (for free)\, click this link to take the WorkREADY Assessment. \nEffective 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. \n 
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/workready-self-management-23/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
CATEGORIES:In-Person Workshops
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/financial-literacy-18/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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SUMMARY:Computer Literacy Lab
DESCRIPTION:Intimidated by computers? Wanting to take the next step in your career but lacking certain technology skills? This open lab covers basic computing needs to make your time online more productive and enjoyable.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/computer-literacy-lab-27/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids SE Service Center\, 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507
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SUMMARY:Leadership Styles
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/leadership-styles-8/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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SUMMARY:"REFUGEE" Personal Branding
DESCRIPTION:Personal Branding  \nHave 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 the modern-day job market to land the job you deserve! 
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/personal-branding-2/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids SE Service Center\, 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507
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SUMMARY:Interviewing Skills
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/interviewing-skills-33/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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SUMMARY:Resume Writing
DESCRIPTION:Resume Writing  \nLearn the content and proper format of today’s resumes. Current industry standards and helpful resources will be discussed. 
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/resume-writing-42/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids SE Service Center\, 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507
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SUMMARY:Cover Letter Writing
DESCRIPTION:Create a good first impression with an effective cover letter! Learn layout and format guidelines as well as content suggestions. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to write customized cover letters.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/cover-letter-writing-22/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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SUMMARY:Job Search Techniques
DESCRIPTION: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 offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/job-search-techniques-17/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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SUMMARY:Problem-Solving
DESCRIPTION:WorkREADY Workshops:  \n  \nThe 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.  \n   \nThis 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 on research and our relationships with employers\, we have developed interactive workshops that assist individuals in developing confidence in five key areas: Communication\, Teamwork\, Self-Management\, Decision-Making\, and Problem-Solving.  \n  \nTo learn more about your strengths and areas for growth in each of these skills\, or to start the process of earning the WorkREADY Certificate (for free)\, click this link to take the WorkREADY Assessment.   \nProblem-Solving  \nProblem-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.  
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/problem-solving-4/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids SE Service Center\, 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507
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SUMMARY:How AI Can Help You Get the Job
DESCRIPTION: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 skills and improve your chances of landing the right job. We’ll also take a realistic look at the challenges AI brings\, including issues around fairness\, privacy\, and the need for human connection in hiring. \nBy the end of the session\, you will leave with practical tips\, tools\, and a better understanding of how to use AI confidently and responsibly in your career journey.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/how-ai-can-help-you-get-the-job-22/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260611T143000
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in starting 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 how to build a robust business plan. This workshop covers seven key building blocks of your business: \n\nVision\, Mission\, and Values\nMarketing Analysis\nProducts & Services\nMarketing Strategy\nOperations\nFinancial Empowerment\nBusiness Finance
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/entrepreneurship-101-28/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids NW Service Center\, 215 Straight Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T110000
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SUMMARY:Resume Writing Lab
DESCRIPTION:  \n  Important Note: \nThis is not a 1:1 resume review session – you will be working on your own resume and resume writing takes time. Please do not expect to leave with a perfect resume after attending one lab. You are welcome to attend multiple labs if needed. \nBring your sloppy copy\, your rough draft\, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content\, the lab-style setting offers the opportunity for small-group support.
URL:https://www.westmiworks.org/event/resume-writing-lab-16/
LOCATION:West Michigan Works! in Kent County – Grand Rapids SE Service Center\, 121 Martin Luther King Jr. St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507
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