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Serving Bay, Gratiot, Isabella, Midland, & Saginaw Counties

Calendar

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Apr
26
Fri
Mature Worker Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 26 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Mature Worker:  Looking for a job when you have more than 15 years of work experience is a challenge.  Do they see you as overqualified or too old?  Come learn tips to help overcome concerns regarding years of experience and about competing in today’s job market.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

Apr
29
Mon
Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 29 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Interviewing:    Sign up for this workshop to learn more about behavioral interviewing, how to prepare for the interview, what employers are really asking, and get tips on how to relax and ace the interview.  Also, learn how an organized portfolio will help you during an interview.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

May
1
Wed
Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 1 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Virtual Interviewing:  Prepare for the post-pandemic world and be ready to learn how to interview virtually on all types of interviewing platforms and ensure that you interview is impactful.  Make the most of your virtual presence by not only learning the basics of using the equipment, but also finding a way to let your personality shine to stand out and get the job offer.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

May
2
Thu
Moving Forward Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 2 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Moving Forward:  This workshop discusses tips and techniques for obtaining employment when your background may include misdemeanors or felonies.  It includes helpful discussions on addressing tough questions concerning your past, and tips for a successful job search.  We also provide an introduction to Michigan’s Clean Slate expungement program.  Please note that the Clean Slate information is for informational purposes only.  There is no legal follow up after attending this workshop.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

Mature Worker Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 2 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Mature Worker:  Looking for a job when you have more than 15 years of work experience is a challenge.  Do they see you as overqualified or too old?  Come learn tips to help overcome concerns regarding years of experience and about competing in today’s job market.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

May
3
Fri
Financial Literacy Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 3 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Financial Literacy:   The workshop dissects this seemingly complicated topic of Financial Fitness/Literacy into manageable segments.  You will be encouraged to acknowledge limiting beliefs and habits that may impact your finances and urged to allow yourself to reframe behaviors that enrich goal attainment.  Financial Fitness/Literacy is an essential skill that defies being overlooked.  Embracing the resourceful information and techniques embedded within this workshop will provide the tools that can lead to self-sufficiency and the achievement of financial stability.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

Social Media Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 3 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Social Media:   If you are active on social media and you are job searching this workshop is for you.  You need to understand how social media can and may impact you and your job search.  Learn the importance of creating your own image before one is created for you.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

May
6
Mon
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 6 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Job Search / Networking:  This workshop will assist you in your job search from preparation and organization to goal setting and networking for job search success.  Networking can be an effective tool to help with your job search. Join us to learn how to increase your comfort level with networking, discover the benefits of using social media to expand your current network, and explore creative ways to incorporate networking into your job search.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

May
7
Tue
Resume Writing Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 7 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Résumé Writing:  The Résumé Workshop offers information on writing an effective résumé.   If you aren’t getting any interviews then it may be your résumé that needs updating.  Come learn how to make the adjustments to get you to the interview and leave with a polished resume.   (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

May
8
Wed
Workplace Communication Workshop @ Midland Service Center
May 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Workplace Communication:  Communication skills are key in all areas of your career.    The focus of this workshop is on developing better listening skills and developing positive verbal & nonverbal communications in the workplace as well as in your job search.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)