Career exploration is an opportunity for you to examine your options and to make informed career decisions based upon current local labor market information and employer needs.
Who Am I? is a two-day workshop series; you must be able to attend the full 4 hours (2 hours per day) to register for this workshop. You need only register once for this two-day workshop series.
A starting point for those interested in conducting career assessment. Participants will take assessments and participate in activities to define their skills, interests, and values, and learn how to apply this information in all stages of career development.
Communication Essentials is a two-day workshop series; you must be able to attend the full 4 hours (2 hours per day) to register for this workshop. You need only register once for this two-day workshop series.
Communication Essentials features practical techniques, interactive exercises, and immediately useful tools in the areas of communication, facilitation, and collaboration. This workshop series will improve your confidence and increase your effectiveness in your next position.
This workshop will highlight how the job market has shifted towards increased contract work, assist you in navigating the world of contracting and position yourself for success.
An interactive workshop to help you move through the stress and uncertainty created by job loss. Learn how to work through your emotions, launch an effective job search, and explore what's next for you.
The job search process is full of ups and downs. The roller coaster ride of emotions can be draining and impact your productivity. We will review techniques and tools that will help you reframe negative thoughts so that you can remain positive and optimistic.
Learn the basics of LinkedIn, including how to set up an effective profile and manage your account settings.
A generic resume rarely generates any interest. Learn how to customize a resume & cover letter to catch the attention of the employer and get the phone to ring. We'll also discuss how to use AI tools, as an assistant, to help you customize.
Learn the key information to include on your resume, how to lay out the information to tell your story, and the right resume format based on your situation.
Learn the benefits of having target companies and how to identify them. We will show databases you can use to research companies and provide strategies for utilizing this information in your job search.
Build your confidence requesting and conducting informational meetings with people who have the advice, information, and referrals you need.
Mature job seekers frequently have concerns that their age or years of experience may create obstacles in their job search. Learn how to identify age-friendly employers, age-neutralize your resume, and answer tough interview questions.
Discover how to leverage LinkedIn to expand your professional network, showcase your expertise, and unlock job opportunities using advanced search tools to connect with people, companies, and industry groups.
Employment gaps do not need to be a barrier to employment. In this workshop, we'll discuss how to address gaps in marketing documents, job search, and during interviews. The focus is on proactively demonstrating your value and capabilities.
Is a government job right for you? In this workshop we will discuss government employment, including aspects of the hiring process (e.g., applications, exams, and interviews), and offer tips on how to be a successful candidate.
"Tell me about a time when...." Prepare for tough questions asking how you handled specific situations in your past, including both successes and failures. Create your own job profile and practice responding to related questions.
Whiteboard tests are an integral part of technical interviews. This workshop provides a place to practice coding problems and receive feedback from your peers.
Come learn how to ace any interview by being prepared to answer the three most common types of interview questions - "tell me about yourself," "tell me about an accomplishment/example," and "tell me about a weakness/mistake." We provide templates for answering these questions in a strong and compelling manner so you can show your value to a company.
Learn how to handle questions about salary from the phone screen through the job offer. We will cover strategies and tools that help you to have collaborative conversations that lead to win-win scenarios.
Task-Based interviewing (problem sets, case studies, presentations) is common today. Come learn why such interviews are prevalent. You will learn the benefits & concerns, as well as, a general approach for responding to the task, whether it is a take-home or in-the-interview assignment.
Come join other NOVAworks members to share your successes, ask for leads, practice your job search skills, network, and learn from knowledgeable guest speakers. This meeting is accessible remotely through Zoom; registration opens 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
NOVAworks networking events are designed to help you connect with current members, alumni, and employers. Fun activities, time to network, and opportunities to learn about job openings. You never know who you will meet so join often and engage with the group.
Success Teams provide job seekers with support, accountability, and connections. In this workshop you will learn about success teams, how to run effective meetings, and connect with other job seekers to form your own success team.
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