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Job Searching for The Experienced Professional (Virtual)

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This VIRTUAL workshop is designed to assist Job Seekers who are 40+ years old.  During our time together we will discuss the following: 

Identify misconceptions and how to overcome experience discrimination. 
Define and address employer perceptions of experienced workers. 
Identify strategies to show your value in the workforce. 
Recognize thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors that work against obtaining employment. 
Evaluate the importance of salary expectations, retirement, and other financial considerations. 
Identify a list of tools and resources to aid in your job search in today’s world. 

We look forward to meeting you and helping you become better equipped to successfully market yourself in our ever-changing job market. Your registration confirmation will provide you with the required information to attend this workshop via Microsoft Teams. 

Job Search Techniques (Virtual)

Posted by Ryan Nykamp on under

Job searching in today’s world should be an intentional practice that aligns with you and your goals. This VIRTUAL workshop will explore how to build your personalized job search plan and offers a toolkit of resources to assist you.

Resume Lab

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

Bring us your sloppy copy, your rough draft, your outdated resume! We are here to help. Whether you need to sharpen the format or the content, this lab-style setting offers …

Interviewing Skills

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

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 …

Interviewing Skills

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

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 …

Cover Letter Writing

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

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 …

Problem Solving

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

Problem-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 …

WorkReady: Decisiveness

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

Decisiveness is the ability to make confident and timely decisions, even in challenging situations. In this workshop, you will explore traits that make people decisive, learn ways to manage the …

Resume Writing

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

Learn the content and proper format of a resume. Participants will be provided with templates and resources to begin writing modern resumes, tailored to their specific needs. Staff will offer …

Job Searching for the Experienced Professional

Posted by Justin Schnurer on under

This workshop is designed to assist Job Seekers who are 40+ years old.  During our time together we will address the following: Identify misconceptions about mature professionals and how to …