Jobs workshops planned this month

Posted: Aug 31, 2010 5:54 PM by Bea Karnes, News First 5
Updated: Sep 1, 2010 6:03 AM

If you're planning to make a job change, the Pikes Peak Workforce Center can help you with your resume, job hunting skills and the stress associated with your search.

Some workshops require that you register in advance. Here's what's coming up in September:

Resume ‘Righting!' - Resume and Portfolio Design
These sessions provide intermediate to advanced resume and portfolio guidance.
• Mondays, 2 to 4 p.m.
• Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. No registration required.

Job Shop: Interview Skills and Network Techniques
Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon.
Learn to mine and network for leads; prepare to interview, negotiate salary and more! Register online or call 719.667.3790.

Managing Stress
Tuesdays, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Learn tips and techniques for dealing with stress. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome.

Network Groups: Ongoing job search and support on trends and leads!
• Job Search Group: Mondays, 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon. No registration required.
• 50+ Job Seekers Group: Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon. No registration required.
• Veterans: Regular sessions on September 1 and 8, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Register online or call 719.667.3790.
• Federal Job Search workshop on September 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

CSI: Career Scene Investigation
Wednesdays 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Hands-on, investigative tools to explore possibilities! Survey interests, occupations, and labor market information for clues to a new career.
Basic computer skills needed. To register, call 719.667.3790.

Self Employment: The Driver's Seat
Thursday, September 9 or 23, 9 to 10 a.m.
For those who want to be the boss and have an entrepreneurial personality. Explore a range of business start-up resources on enterprise zones, marketing regulations, and more! Register online or call 719.667.3790.

Online Job Search and Social Networks
Thursday, September 16 or 30, 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon
Learn online job search tools and application steps and how social networks can increase your outreach. Basic computer skills required. Register online or call 719.667.3790.