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

Workshops

For all live, interactive workshops please click below and fill out the form to request registration information.

Job Fair

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.

Next Workshop

Apr
10
Wed
9:00 am Job Fair Prep Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Job Fair Prep Workshop @ Midland 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[...]
9:00 am Job Fair Prep Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
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[...]
9:00 am Job Fair Prep Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Job Fair Prep Workshop @ Saginaw 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[...]

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.

Next Workshop

Apr
5
Fri
2:00 pm Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Midland 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[...]
2:00 pm Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
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[...]
2:00 pm Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Saginaw 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[...]
Apr
12
Fri
9:00 am Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 12 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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[...]
9:00 am Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 12 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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[...]
9:00 am Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 12 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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[...]
Apr
22
Mon
2:00 pm Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 22 @ 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[...]
2:00 pm Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 22 @ 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[...]
Apr
30
Tue
2:00 pm Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 30 @ 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[...]

Résumé Workshop

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.

Next Workshop

Mar
29
Fri
9:00 am Resume Writing Workshop @ Bay City Service Center
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[...]

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.

Next Workshop

Mar
29
Fri
2:00 pm Workplace Communication Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Workplace Communication Workshop @ Saginaw 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[...]

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.  

Next Workshop

Apr
3
Wed
9:00 am Moving Forward Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Moving Forward Workshop @ Midland 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[...]
9:00 am Moving Forward Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
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[...]
9:00 am Moving Forward Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Moving Forward Workshop @ Saginaw 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[...]
Apr
25
Thu
2:00 pm Moving Forward Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Moving Forward Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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[...]
2:00 pm Moving Forward Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Moving Forward Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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[...]
2:00 pm Moving Forward Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Moving Forward Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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[...]

Veterans Workshop

This workshop will help ease the transition from the work you did in the military to jobs in the civilian workforce. We will assist you to identify the skills, experience, credentials, and education that have been obtained while in the military and crosswalk them to civilian opportunities.

Next Workshop

There are no upcoming events.

Customer Service

Competition is tough. Customers are more demanding than ever before and employers need workers who can meet those demands. This customer service workshop will discuss the techniques you need to adapt to the demands of the customer such as quality service, having a positive attitude, and improving loyalty.

Next Workshop

Apr
12
Fri
2:00 pm Customer Service Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Customer Service Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 12 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Customer Service:   Competition is tough. Customers are more demanding than ever before and employers need workers who can meet those demands.  This customer service workshop will discuss the techniques you need to adapt to the[...]

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.

Next Workshop

Apr
9
Tue
2:00 pm Interviewing Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
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,[...]

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.

Next Workshop

Apr
3
Wed
2:00 pm Mature Worker Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Mature Worker Workshop @ Midland 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[...]

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.

Next Workshop

Apr
4
Thu
2:00 pm Social Media Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Social Media Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 4 @ 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[...]
2:00 pm Social Media Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Social Media Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 4 @ 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. [...]
Apr
15
Mon
2:00 pm Social Media Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Social Media Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 15 @ 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. [...]
Apr
16
Tue
2:00 pm Social Media Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Social Media Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 16 @ 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. [...]
2:00 pm Social Media Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Social Media Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 16 @ 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. [...]

Stress Management

Everyone experiences stress in their lives and we all react differently to different types of stress. The more knowledge, tools, and skills we have for understanding stress, the better we are at keeping it under control. Sign up today to learn how to control your stress and not let the stress control you.

Next Workshop

Apr
11
Thu
9:00 am Stress Management Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Stress Management Workshop @ Bay City Michigan Works
Apr 11 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Stress Management:  Everyone experiences stress in their lives and we all react differently to different types of stress.  The more knowledge, tools, and skills we have for understanding stress, the better we are at keeping[...]

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.

Next Workshop

Apr
1
Mon
2:00 pm Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 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[...]
Apr
16
Tue
9:00 am Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 16 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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[...]
9:00 am Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 16 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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[...]
Apr
26
Fri
9:00 am Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Midland Michigan Works
Apr 26 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
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[...]
2:00 pm Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 26 @ 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[...]

Beginner Résumé

This resume workshop is offered in person for first time resume creators or those that may need more hands-on assistance using a computer. The beginner résumé workshops provide one-on-one resume assistance, which results in a professionally designed and well-articulated résumé that matches your skillsets to land the interview.

Business Development

Are you someone with the mindset of wanting to be your own boss?  Do you have ideas about starting a business, but never know where to start or need help with some next steps? This workshop will help you understand the components needed to start up a business. This workshop will provide you with some additional resources and the step-by-step instruction to be ready to meet with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC).

Inspired

This workshop will “inspire” you to see the world from a new perspective. You will discuss a variety of topics ranging from current events happening in the world or your community, choosing your attitude, how to zero in on your goals, tips on managing stress and trauma, and more. Since topics will vary each session and attendees are encouraged to share the own ideas, every Inspired workshop is unique.

Next Workshop

Apr
11
Thu
2:00 pm Inspired Worskshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Inspired Worskshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 11 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Inspired:  This workshop will “inspire” you to see the world from a new perspective.  You will discuss a variety of topics ranging from current events happening in the world or your community, choosing your attitude,[...]
Apr
30
Tue
9:00 am Inspired Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Inspired Workshop @ Saginaw Michigan Works
Apr 30 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Inspired:   This workshop will “inspire” you to see the world from a new perspective.  You will discuss a variety of topics ranging from current events happening in the world or your community, choosing your[...]

Budgeting

Maintaining a budget on a lower income while you job search is challenging.  This workshop gives you helpful tips on how to set up your household budget with a limited income and how to be responsible with your budgeting practices.

Next Workshop

Mar
29
Fri
9:00 am Budgeting Workshop @ Midland Service Center
Budgeting Workshop @ Midland Service Center
Mar 29 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Budgeting:   Maintaining a budget on a lower income while you job search is challenging.  This workshop gives you helpful tips on how to set up your household budget with a limited income and how to[...]