Workshop Descriptions

Biz Start Up Workshop
Looking at starting a business? Clue in on information and guest expert "witnesses" to lead you in the right direction.
(offered in Traverse City twice per month)

Budgeting Workshop
Do you have a budget problem that needs to be solved? This workshop will give you tips and tools you need to create a household budget and prioritize your bills and expenses to reduce your monthly spending.

Career Assessment Workshop
Are you searching for the skills and knowledge you need to move in to a new job or post-secondary education or training? The WorkKeys® or Compass® assessment will help you find out if you need to upgrade your basic skills before you take the next step down your career or education path.

Career Planning Workshop
If you are looking for clues that will help you decide on a career, this is the workshop for you. It includes self-assessment, career research, exploration of training options and evaluation of the job market-everything you need to make an effective, informed career decision.

Taking Charge of Your Career
You don't have to be Sherlock Holmes to see that life is changing fast. But sometimes we do need help figuring out how to deal with change. In this workshop, find out about learning and applying knowledge in the workplace, flexibility and adaptability, and how they can all affect your ability to hold on to a job.

Computers I - Beginning Computing
Are you clueless when it comes to computers? Computers I is a very basic class about how to use a computer: Windows desktop, using the mouse, and scrolling. We also talk about using the Internet for job search and visit the Talent Bank. This class is intended for adults who have little or no understanding of computers and their use in job search.

Computers II - Intermediate Computing
For clients who are comfortable with basic computer functions and the Internet. In class we will explore some of the other tools in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, and Publisher. Intended for customers who want to make better use of computers in their home and work life.

Computers III - Advanced Computing
Computers III contains an overview of some in-depth tools for creating professional documents, some advanced Excel tools, and tricks and shortcuts for people who use computers regularly at home or at work. This class is intended for clients who are computer savvy, have e-mail accounts, and would like to build on skills they already possess in Word and Excel, as well as the Internet.

Developing Effective Communication Skills
There is no secret code when it comes to good communication, but there are things we all need to be aware of. Learn about appropriate communication in the workplace, perceptions, active listening, and dialogue/questioning techniques.

Conflict Management & Resolution
Untangle the facts and discover what causes conflict at work and home. Learn about problem solving, working with difficult people, and managing your own actions in tricky situations.

Credit Workshop
Unraveling all the mysteries associated with credit can be a real challenge. This workshop will help you understand the importance of, and how to establish, good credit. You will also learn how to protect your credit and solve credit problems.

Essential Customer Service Skills
Poor customer service might not be a crime, but it is bad for business. Learn how to provide for customer needs and expectations in a helpful and courteous manner, while listening and suggesting solutions. 

Financial Aid Workshop
If you are looking for leads on how to pay for college, look no further. In this workshop, find out about the different types of financial aid and other required information for all post-secondary schools. Learn how to complete the applications for FAFSA and apply for a Federal Student Aid PIN.

Intro to Interviewing
The evidence from a bad interview can be hard to ignore, and it can keep you from landing a good job. Learn how to prepare for the interview and what to expect. Acquire interview strategies and evaluation techniques to help you conquer the interview.

Job Retention
Why do we want to keep our jobs? Techniques for understanding job retention and ways to keep that job!

Leadership
The workshop on Leadership is an opportunity to learn about self-management and relationship management and how to apply these tools to your work and personal life.

Mock Interviews
Would you like to stand out from the usual suspects at your next interview? Make an appointment for a one-on-one practice interview that includes constructive feedback.

Job Seeker 101 Workshop
Finding a job is a hard case to crack if you don't have the right tools. This workshop gives you those tools including a general overview of job search knowledge, skills assessment, job applications, networking, interviewing, and record keeping. It also includes a take-home toolkit.

Michigan Works! Services Orientation
Do you want proof that Michigan WORKS! has something to offer you? This orientation outlines the services we offer. It will also give you an overview of the No Worker Left Behind Program.

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
This workshop is geared toward individuals who would like to explore their personality type and how it affects their career and relationships. This workshop is facilitated by a certified MBTI Administrator and space is limited.

Personal Action Plan Workshop
If you are hunting for answers about the future come to this workshop! We use personal values assessment and goal setting to create a "big picture" plan for you.

Professionalism and Ethics
What are employers looking for in an employee? Investigate the answers in this hands-on workshop. Learn about effective work habits, personal integrity, and time management.

Résumé Planning & Writing
Your résumé shouldn't be a riddle that employers have to figure out. This workshop will show you what information to include in your résumé, what format works best, and how résumés are used in the job search. Part of the workshop will focus on identifying & highlighting skills, and how to promote yourself on paper to a prospective employer.

Time & Stress Management
Can't find the time? This workshop helps you to organize your priorities and manage your life. A few hot tips can help you reduce stress and deal with its effects.

Study Skills Workshop
Going back to school can seem like a mission impossible, especially if you have been out of the classroom for a while. This workshop will give you the tools you need to maximize your potential for success in continuing education. It includes tips for learning, studying, note-taking, testing, using text books, communication and staying focused on goals.

Talent Bank Basics
Those with beginning computer skills welcome!
If you are looking for a job, you will want to track down the Michigan Talent Bank. The workshop will show you how to use the Talent Bank system for a job search and how to improve your online résumé to attract the attention of potential employers.

Teamwork Workshop: Achieving Positive Results in a Group
No one likes to be accused of not being a team player. This workshop will help you build an understanding of collaborative relationships, diversity, personal responsibility, and "fitting in" skills.