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

Calendar

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Mar
29
Fri
Resume Writing Workshop @ Bay City Service Center
Mar 29 @ 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.)

Workplace Communication Workshop @ Bay City Service Center
Mar 29 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.)

Apr
1
Mon
Resume Writing Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 1 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.)

Apr
3
Wed
Moving Forward Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 3 @ 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 @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 3 @ 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
5
Fri
PMTC @ Career Explorer Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 5 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

PMTC & Career Explorer:  This workshop explains the features of Pure Michigan Talent Connect (PMTC) and its Career Explorer tool so you can make the most out of your job search and career planning. PMTC is Michigan’s official labor exchange system and is a launch pad for new jobs, careers and talent. Career Explorer is a unique tool within PMTC that provides you with personalized career and education data that is tailored to your individual needs. This workshop will show you how to create an account and navigate our regional employment and training opportunities to discover your career path.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 5 @ 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.)

Apr
8
Mon
Financial Literacy Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 8 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.)

Apr
9
Tue
Interviewing Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 9 @ 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.)

Apr
10
Wed
Job Fair Prep Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 10 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Job Fair Prep:  Understanding what a Job Fair is and how to use a job fair to your advantage means being prepared is essential.  Yes, a job fair is about employers looking for job seekers and filling open positions.  A job fair is also about you and selling yourself to these employers in the best way possible.  Building your brand, networking, and communicating your strengths while attending a virtual job fair or an in-person job fair can help you with your next steps to attain employment.  (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)