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

Calendar

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Mar
19
Tue
Financial Literacy Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 19 @ 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 @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 19 @ 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.)

Mar
20
Wed
Moving Forward Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 20 @ 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.)

Job Fair Prep Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 20 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.)

Mar
21
Thu
Interviewing Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 21 @ 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.)

Mar
22
Fri
Resume Writing Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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.   (Please register 24 hours in advance of the start of the workshop.)

STARS (Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services) Single Company Job Fair @ Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! Saginaw Service Center
Mar 22 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

STARS (Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services) is a public transportation system for the Urbanized Saginaw Area, which travels about 1.5 million miles per year. Now hiring for Mobility Chauffeur: https://ow.ly/sqjy50QSAQq, Paratransit CDL Bus Operator: https://ow.ly/ZY6O50QSAQp and Fixed Route CDL Bus Operator: https://ow.ly/FQcs50QSAQo. Bring a copy of your resume, CDL & recent DOT card for an on-the-spot interview.

Job Search / Networking Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 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 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.)

Mar
25
Mon
PMTC & Career Explorer Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.)

Mar
26
Tue
Virtual Interviewing Workshop @ Saginaw Service Center
Mar 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 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.)